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Wellsford

VIC 3551 • Victoria

144
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
54.66 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralLifestyle PropertiesQuietCommuter Belt

About Wellsford

Wellsford is a rural locality within the City of Greater Bendigo in central Victoria, situated approximately 20 kilometres west of Bendigo city centre. Covering around 55 square kilometres at an elevation of about 182 metres, Wellsford is a low-density area of lifestyle properties, grazing farms, and bushland. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 144 residents, reflecting its character as a semi-rural fringe locality beyond Bendigo's urban edge.

The locality is popular with those seeking rural-residential blocks and hobby farms within a 15 to 20-minute drive of Bendigo's extensive services, schools, and regional hospital. Bendigo itself offers a vibrant regional lifestyle with galleries, restaurants, and excellent transport links to Melbourne via the Bendigo Train Line. Wellsford's open paddocks, native vegetation, and quiet roads attract families and lifestyle seekers who want breathing room without sacrificing access to a major regional city.

Wellsford falls under postcode 3551 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3551
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.78°, 144.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
54.66 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bendigo Station
20 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
V/Line from Bendigo Station to Southern Cross (~1 hr 50 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 50 min - 2 hr 20 min via Calder Freeway
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 1 hr 50 min via Calder Freeway

🛣️ Calder Freeway (M79) provides the main route to Melbourne; Bendigo Station is the nearest V/Line hub, approximately 20km east

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural lifestyle locality with no local services; a car is required for all daily needs in Bendigo

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
144
▲ 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 Wellsford known for? +

Wellsford is known as a peaceful rural-residential locality on the western fringe of Greater Bendigo, popular for lifestyle blocks and hobby farms that offer a quiet country setting within a short drive of Bendigo's city services.

How far is Wellsford from Melbourne? +

Wellsford is approximately 150 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, a drive of around 1.5 to 2 hours via the Calder Freeway, or accessible by V/Line train from nearby Bendigo Station.

Does Wellsford have public transport? +

There is no public transport within Wellsford. The nearest rail access is Bendigo Station, approximately 20 kilometres to the east, served by V/Line trains on the Melbourne–Bendigo line. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Wellsford? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wellsford has a population of 144 residents, spread across a rural area of approximately 55 square kilometres at an elevation of 182 metres in central Victoria.

Is Wellsford a good place to live? +

Wellsford is an excellent choice for those wanting a rural lifestyle property with access to Bendigo's services, schools, and regional amenities. It suits families and semi-retirees who value space and quiet while remaining within a practical commute of a major regional city.

What is the postcode for Wellsford? +

The postcode for Wellsford, VIC is 3551.