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Tallarook

VIC 3659 • Victoria

748
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
177.94 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralPastoralQuietSemi-Rural

About Tallarook

Tallarook is a sparse rural locality in Victoria's Mitchell Shire, situated approximately 100 kilometres north of Melbourne in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range. Covering a large area of nearly 178 square kilometres, the locality is lightly populated with around 748 residents and a landscape characterised by open pastoral farmland and bushland. The township of Seymour, approximately 15 kilometres to the east, provides the nearest concentration of services and transport connections.

The surrounding countryside features rolling green hills and open farmland typical of central Victoria's foothills, attracting those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle within a manageable distance of major population centres. The Hume Freeway passes through the region, giving residents practical road access to both Melbourne and regional centres to the north such as Seymour and Shepparton. The locality offers an unhurried escape from urban density, with small-scale farming operations and rural residential properties defining its quiet character.

Tallarook falls under postcode 3659 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Euroa (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3659
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Euroa (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.11°, 145.07°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
177.94 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Seymour
15 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Seymour / Yea 20–30 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
Drive to Seymour (~15 min), then V/Line to Southern Cross (~1 hr 15 min)
By Car (Peak)
1.5–2 hours via Hume Freeway
By Car (Off-Peak)
1–1.5 hours via Hume Freeway

🛣️ Seymour is the nearest service town and rail connection; Hume Freeway provides direct road access to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Sparse rural locality with no village centre or walkable amenities; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
748
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tallarook known for? +

Tallarook is a small rural locality in central Victoria's foothills, known for its quiet pastoral landscape and location near the junction of the V/Line North East rail corridor. The area is part of Mitchell Shire and offers a tranquil agricultural character typical of the region.

How far is Tallarook from Melbourne? +

Tallarook is approximately 100 kilometres north of Melbourne via the Hume Freeway, making it roughly a 1 to 1.5 hour drive in off-peak conditions.

Does Tallarook have public transport? +

Tallarook itself has no active public transport stop. The nearest V/Line rail connection is at Seymour, approximately 15 kilometres to the east, offering regular train services to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station in about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

What is the population of Tallarook? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tallarook has a population of approximately 748 residents living across 289 dwellings within a large area of nearly 178 square kilometres.

Is Tallarook a good place to live? +

Tallarook appeals to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with reasonable access to Melbourne via the Hume Freeway and V/Line from nearby Seymour. It suits hobby farmers, small-scale graziers, and those wanting open space away from urban density.

What is the postcode for Tallarook? +

Tallarook's postcode is 3659, in the Mitchell Shire area of central Victoria.