Numurkah

VIC 3636 • Rest of VIC

4,604
Population (2021)
$31,876
Median Income
192.51 km²
Area
107m
Elevation
RuralFarming CommunityGoulburn ValleyAffordableCountry Town

About Numurkah

Numurkah is a thriving rural service centre located on Broken Creek in the Goulburn Valley region of Victoria, approximately 227 kilometres north of Melbourne. With a population of around 4,600, it serves as a hub for the surrounding irrigation district. The town has strong agricultural roots, with the local economy centred on dairy farming, mixed agriculture, and fruit production on the region's rich soils.

Numurkah offers a quintessential country town lifestyle with specialty shops selling locally made wines, cheeses, olive oil, and organic honey. The town has excellent community facilities including schools, a hospital, sporting clubs, and a vibrant main street. It attracts families and retirees seeking affordable living, a strong sense of community, and proximity to the natural attractions of the Murray River region.

Numurkah falls under postcode 3636 and is governed by Moira Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3636
Urban Area
Moira
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.08°, 145.44°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
192.51 km²
Elevation
107m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Shepparton
37 km
V/Line Shepparton Line

Bus Services

  • Local bus — Shepparton 40 min

Commute to Melbourne

Distance
227 km
By Train
3hr+ (drive to Shepparton + V/Line)
By Car (Peak)
2hr 45min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2hr 30min

🛣️ Regional town. Drive to Shepparton (37km) for V/Line train services to Melbourne. Strong local economy reduces need for capital city commuting.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Compact town centre with shops, services and schools within walking distance for central residents.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$210
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,083
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
49 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,477
Census 2021
4,604
2.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,728
Income 2021
$31,876
19.3% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,802
Born Overseas 321

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 92
  • 2. New Zealand 48
  • 3. Philippines 22
  • 4. Netherlands 21
  • 5. South Africa 13
  • 6. India 12
  • 7. Sri Lanka 11
  • 8. Malaysia 9
  • 9. Germany 8
  • 10. Scotland 8
  • 11. Taiwan 8
  • 12. United States 8
  • 13. Vietnam 8
  • 14. Malta 4
  • 15. Canada 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,988
English 1,946
Irish 561
Scottish 465
German 152
Italian 145
Australian Aboriginal 92
Dutch 75
Filipino 29
Welsh 26

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,363
Both parents born in Australia
439
Both parents born overseas
361
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.7%
No Religion
38.0%
Buddhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
216 (4.7%)
5-14 years
504 (10.9%)
15-19 years
250 (5.4%)
20-24 years
210 (4.6%)
25-34 years
482 (10.5%)
35-44 years
437 (9.5%)
45-54 years
565 (12.3%)
55-64 years
659 (14.3%)
65-74 years
647 (14.1%)
75-84 years
430 (9.3%)
85+ years
212 (4.6%)

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