Springmount
VIC 3364 • Victoria
About Springmount
Springmount is a small rural locality within the Pyrenees Shire of western Victoria, situated approximately 160 kilometres north-west of Melbourne and around 15 kilometres south of the wine town of Avoca. Covering just over 7 square kilometres, Springmount is set among the gently undulating countryside of the Great Dividing Range's western slopes, within the bounds of the Ripon state electorate. With a population of 184, the locality has a quiet, agricultural character with properties ranging from hobby farms to small pastoral holdings.
Springmount is positioned at the edge of Victoria's Pyrenees wine region, a cool-climate growing area celebrated for shiraz, cabernet sauvignon, and sparkling wines, with several cellar doors accessible within a short drive. The nearby towns of Avoca and Beaufort provide essential services including shops, schools, and medical facilities, while Ballarat — approximately 80 kilometres to the south-east — is the major regional centre for the area. Private transport is essential for daily life in Springmount, as there is no public transport or rail service to the locality.
Springmount falls under postcode 3364 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No scheduled bus service — N/A N/A
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Access via Western Highway (A8) through Beaufort and Ballarat; car is essential; Avoca and Beaufort are nearest service towns
Springmount is a rural locality with no local services; all errands require a car, with Avoca and Beaufort providing the nearest shops and facilities
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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2701 Midland Highway
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Frederick Street