Tyntynder South

VIC 3586 • Victoria

250
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
17.14 kmΒ²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalMurray RiverIrrigation District

About Tyntynder South

Tyntynder South is a small rural locality in the Rural City of Swan Hill, north-western Victoria, situated approximately 10 kilometres north of Swan Hill in the Murray River irrigation district. The locality covers around 17 square kilometres of low-lying agricultural land that has been farmed since the Tyntyndyer pastoral run was established in 1846 by Andrew and Peter Beveridge. With a small population, Tyntynder South is a quiet farming district under the Swan Hill Rural City Council area, taking its name from an Aboriginal word associated with the original pastoral run.

The surrounding landscape is shaped by the Murray River irrigation network, supporting horticulture, mixed farming, and pastoral enterprises typical of the Swan Hill district. There are no commercial services in Tyntynder South itself; the regional town of Swan Hill, a short drive to the south, offers supermarkets, schools, health services, and a vibrant riverfront precinct along the Murray. The locality appeals to those with ties to agriculture or anyone seeking a quiet rural setting near one of Victoria's most iconic inland waterways.

Tyntynder South falls under postcode 3586 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

πŸ“ Location

State
Postcode
3586
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.11Β°, 143.79Β°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
17.14 kmΒ²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Swan Hill Station
10 km
N/A (too far to walk)

Bus Services

  • No regular service β€” N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
340 km
By Train
Swan Hill–Melbourne train (~3.5 hr) from Swan Hill Station (~10 km away)
By Car (Peak)
approx 3.5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 15 min

πŸ›£οΈ Calder Highway main route to Melbourne via Bendigo; car needed to reach Swan Hill station

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops or services within the locality; all daily errands require driving to Swan Hill or nearby towns

πŸ›’ Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

πŸŽ“ Schools

πŸ‘₯ Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
250
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Income Comparison

πŸ“Š Population: ABS Census 2021
πŸ’° Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tyntynder South known for? +

Tyntynder South is known as a historic Murray River irrigation district farming locality. The area was part of the Tyntyndyer pastoral run established in 1846, one of the early pastoral stations in north-western Victoria, and the name is thought to derive from an Aboriginal word.

How far is Tyntynder South from Swan Hill? +

Tyntynder South is approximately 10 kilometres north of Swan Hill, typically around a 10-15 minute drive into the regional town.

Does Tyntynder South have public transport? +

Tyntynder South has no local bus or rail services. Swan Hill, about 10 km away, has a train station on the Swan Hill Line with services to Melbourne, but reaching it requires a private vehicle.

What is the population of Tyntynder South? +

Tyntynder South has a small population consistent with its character as a rural farming locality. The 2021 Census recorded approximately 250 residents across the broader Tyntynder district.

Is Tyntynder South a good place to live? +

Tyntynder South is well suited to those involved in agriculture or seeking a peaceful Murray River district lifestyle. Swan Hill's services β€” including shops, schools, and a hospital β€” are within easy reach, and the surrounding irrigation landscapes offer a distinctive north-western Victorian rural character.

What is the postcode for Tyntynder South? +

The postcode for Tyntynder South, Victoria is 3586, shared with nearby localities in the Swan Hill district.