Woodstock
VIC 3751 • Victoria
About Woodstock
Woodstock is a semi-rural locality on Melbourne's outer northern fringe, located approximately 45 kilometres north of the CBD within the City of Whittlesea local government area. Covering around 27 square kilometres, the locality recorded a population of 150 at the 2021 Census, with land use a mix of rural residential blocks and open farmland. It sits at the edge of Melbourne's growth corridor, adjacent to the expanding communities of Mernda, Doreen, and Whittlesea.
Woodstock offers a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle within commuting distance of Melbourne, popular with those seeking large blocks and a country feel while maintaining access to outer suburban amenities. The nearby Whittlesea town centre and Mernda Village provide shopping and services, while the Mernda Metro train line offers public transport connections to the CBD. Noted as the hometown of contemporary Australian poet Robbie Coburn, Woodstock retains a rural charm as Melbourne's suburban edge gradually draws closer.
Woodstock falls under postcode 3751 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Yan Yean (Northern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 364 (Whittlesea area services) — Mernda Station / Whittlesea 15–20 min
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Access via Plenty Road or Yan Yean Road; car needed to reach Mernda train station
Entirely car-dependent; no local shops or services within walking distance of the locality
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.