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Shepparton

VIC 3630 • Rest of VIC

32,067
Population (2021)
$35,256
Median Income
42.94 km²
Area
$270/wk
Median Rent
Agricultural HubRegional CentreMulticulturalAffordable Living

About Shepparton

Shepparton is the agricultural capital of northern Victoria, a thriving regional city of 32,000 located 164 kilometres north of Melbourne in the Goulburn Valley. The city serves as headquarters for SPC and major agricultural enterprises, surrounded by orchards, dairy farms, and vineyards. The diverse population includes significant Italian, Indian, and Iraqi communities who've contributed to agriculture and food processing over generations.

Life here revolves around agriculture and community—the CBD offers solid shopping and dining, Victoria Park Lake provides recreation, and the SAM art museum has elevated cultural offerings. The cost of living is significantly lower than Melbourne, while healthcare and education facilities punch above weight for a regional centre. Shepparton attracts agricultural workers, professionals seeking affordable regional living, and families who want genuine country community with real career opportunities.

Shepparton falls under postcode 3630 and is governed by Greater Shepparton Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3630
Urban Area
Shepparton
LGA / Council
Greater Shepparton
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.37°, 145.39°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
42.94 km²
Elevation
124m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Shepparton
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • 1-9 — Town services (Parkside, Hospital, TAFE, Kialla, Marketplace) 10-20 min
  • V/Line Coach — Bendigo, Echuca, Seymour 1-2 hours

Commute to Melbourne

Distance
164 km
By Train
2h 45min - 3h
By Car (Peak)
2h 15min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 50min

🛣️ V/Line trains run 4-5 times daily direct to Southern Cross

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

CBD and Maude Street Mall walkable; car essential for suburban areas

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Cnr Maude Street & Corio Street Shepparton 3630 VIC
  • Woolworths
    Cnr High & Archer Street Shepparton 3630 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$270
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,249
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
38 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.4%

615 state housing + 151 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
31,197
Census 2021
32,067
▲ 2.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,016
Income 2021
$35,256
▲ 21.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 22,401
Born Overseas 7,104

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 1,099
  • 2. Afghanistan 650
  • 3. Malaysia 509
  • 4. Philippines 446
  • 5. England 384
  • 6. Italy 361
  • 7. Iraq 356
  • 8. New Zealand 299
  • 9. Pakistan 209
  • 10. China 156

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 10,280
Australian 9,635
Irish 3,192
Scottish 2,650
Italian 2,202
Australian Aboriginal 1,332
Indian 925
German 905
Filipino 574
Chinese 548

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

17,472
Both parents born in Australia
9,692
Both parents born overseas
2,293
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
43.0%
No Religion
32.7%
Islam
9.9%
Sikhism
2.0%
Hinduism
1.8%
Buddhism
1.3%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
2,049 (6.4%)
5-14 years
4,117 (12.8%)
15-19 years
1,881 (5.9%)
20-24 years
2,009 (6.3%)
25-34 years
4,708 (14.7%)
35-44 years
3,776 (11.8%)
45-54 years
3,650 (11.4%)
55-64 years
3,609 (11.3%)
65-74 years
3,216 (10.0%)
75-84 years
2,133 (6.7%)
85+ years
928 (2.9%)

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