VIC · Mitchell Council
Tallarook, VIC, 3659
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Desirability score
Suburb snapshot
Tallarook is a small locality in the Mitchell area, home to around 748 residents (2021 Census). Available data shows 167 offences in 2026 with rising year-on-year trends (+24%), roughly 223.3 offences per 1,000 residents, 1 school and preschool site in the area, limited but present public transport access, 18 active roadworks or transport incidents on nearby routes, and notable planning and development activity on record. Snapshot data also shows parks or public open space within the suburb.
Population
- Population
- 748
- Median age
- 50
- Median household income / week
- $1,775
- Dwelling vacancy
- 18.7%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 67 of 358
- Median monthly mortgage
- $1,733
- Employment rate
- 60%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 27 / 5 / 0
Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)
Employment, household income and age diversity (2021 Census)
Data sources & freshness
- 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Period: 2021 · Updated on site · 2021 Census release
The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.
Crime & safety
- Total offences (2026)
- 167
- Against the person
- 37
- Against property
- 79
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 223.3
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 20 residents
- State safety percentile
- 92.4th (lower crime is better)
- Increase (daily rate)
- +23.7%
Reported offences increased compared with the previous period.
Reported offences by period
Most common offence types
- A81 Dangerous Driving16
- A89 Other Dangerous Or Negligent Acts Endangering People13
- B49 Other Theft43
- C32 Drug Possession14
- E21 Breach Family Violence Order17
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)
Crime rate and year-on-year trend
Data sources & freshness
- Recorded offences by suburb/town — Crime Statistics Agency (Victoria) · Period: 2025 · Updated on site · Year ending March release
Schools & preschools
- Schools & preschools
- 1
- Median school ICSEA
- 986
- Tallarook Primary SchoolPrimary
Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)
School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA
Data sources & freshness
- ACARA school locations — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority · Period: 2025 · Updated on site · Annual ACARA release
- School ICSEA scores — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority · Period: 2025 · Updated on site · Annual ACARA release
Public transport
3 public transport stops in this suburb
- Tallarook Railway Station
- Tallarook Station
- Tallarook Station/Sanctuary Rd
Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)
Public transport stop coverage
Data sources & freshness
- GTFS public transport stops — State transport authority open-data feeds · Period: current · Updated on site · GTFS static feed
Roadworks & transport
18 active roadworks / incidents
- Maintenance Works activities occurring between 02/06/2026 and 15/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Weekends 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed inbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.HUME FREEWAY, HUME IN-MAIN RAMP OF01 Jun 2026 – 14 Aug 2026
- Maintenance Works activities occurring between 02/06/2026 and 15/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Weekends 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed inbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.HUME FREEWAY, HUME IN-MAIN RAMP OF01 Jun 2026 – 14 Aug 2026
- Maintenance Works activities occurring between 29/04/2026 and 15/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Weekends 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed inbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.HUME FREEWAY, HUME IN-MAIN RAMP OF28 Apr 2026 – 14 Aug 2026
- Maintenance Works activities occurring between 29/04/2026 and 15/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Weekends 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed inbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.HUME FREEWAY, HUME IN-MAIN RAMP OF28 Apr 2026 – 14 Aug 2026
- Maintenance Works activities occurring between 29/04/2026 and 15/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Weekends 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed inbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.HUME FREEWAY, HUME IN-MAIN RAMP OF28 Apr 2026 – 14 Aug 2026
- Maintenance Works activities occurring between 29/04/2026 and 15/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Weekends 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed inbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.HUME FREEWAY, HUME IN-MAIN RAMP OF28 Apr 2026 – 14 Aug 2026
- Maintenance Works activities occurring between 29/04/2026 and 15/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Weekends 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Note that changed conditions may also be in place during 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed inbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.HUME FREEWAY, HUME IN-MAIN RAMP OF28 Apr 2026 – 14 Aug 2026
- Maintenance Works activities occurring between 29/04/2026 and 15/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Weekends 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Note that changed conditions may also be in place during 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed inbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.HUME FREEWAY, HUME IN-MAIN RAMP OF28 Apr 2026 – 14 Aug 2026
- Maintenance Works activities occurring between 29/04/2026 and 15/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Weekends 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Note that changed conditions may also be in place during 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed northbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 60 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.HUME FREEWAY, HUME IN-MAIN RAMP OF28 Apr 2026 – 14 Aug 2026
- Maintenance Works activities occurring between 29/04/2026 and 15/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Weekends 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Note that changed conditions may also be in place during 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed northbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 60 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.HUME FREEWAY, HUME IN-MAIN RAMP OF28 Apr 2026 – 14 Aug 2026
Data sources & freshness
- Road incidents & closures — State road authority open-data feeds · Period: current · Updated on site · Hourly refresh where supported
Planning & development
Development applications from PPARS statewide register (lodged 2020–2022). Free public PPARS MapServer — applications through ~2022 (service last updated Feb 2024).
24 planning-related records
2021· 11 proposals
September 2021
- Development of the land for an outbuilding5/465 TALLAROOK PYALONG ROAD TALLAROOK 3659Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
August 2021
- Development of land for a replacement dwelling65 SANCTUARY ROAD TALLAROOK 3659Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
July 2021
- Development of the land for a dwellingENNIS ROAD TALLAROOK 3659Withdrawn
April 2021
- Development of the land for an agricultural shed.590 Elliotts RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Use and development of the land for a dwelling19/465 TALLAROOK PYALONG ROAD TALLAROOK 3659Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Development of the land for an agricultural shed70 Ashes Bridge RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Buildings and works for an agricultural building350 Tallarook Pyalong RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
March 2021
- Development of the land for a dwelling, two associated agricultural buildings and removal of native vegetation38 Old Hume HighwayPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Development of the land for the construction of a dwelling and outbuilding605 Sungarrin RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Installation and display of replacement business identification signage45 Kilpara DrivePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
February 2021
- Installation and display of replacement business identification signageHume FreewayPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
2020· 13 proposals
December 2020
- Multi-lot subdivision, creation of access to a Road Zone Category 1 and removal of native vegetation35 UPPER GOULBURN ROAD TALLAROOK 3659Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Development of the land for an outbuilding119 Main RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
November 2020
- Use of land for a store and reduction in car parking requirements.76 ASHES BRIDGE ROAD TALLAROOK 3659Permit issued by the RA
October 2020
- Development of the land for a dwelling and removal of native vegetation210 Tallarook Pyalong RoadLapsed
- Use and development of the land for: ¿ A place of assembly (events) ¿ Accommodation for o Camping o group accommodation and o farm stays ¿ A function centre ¿ A licenced premises and ¿ Leisure and recreation facility (informal outdoor recreation, open sports ground, outdoor recreation facility)210 Tallarook Pyalong RoadWithdrawn
September 2020
- Use and Development of the land for a Place of Assembly and Motor Racing Track (annual event)210 Tallarook Pyalong RoadNo permit required
July 2020
- Use and development of land for a replacement dwelling and the change of use of the existing dwelling to an outbuilding.70 LEAHYS ROAD TALLAROOK 3659Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
May 2020
- Buildings and works for an outbuilding70 Ashes Bridge RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Development of the land for a dwelling and agricultural sheds38 Old Hume HighwayWithdrawn
April 2020
- Re-subdivision of the land into 2 lotsLandscape RoadLapsed
March 2020
- VicSmart - Development of the land for an agricultural shed15 Breens RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Development of the land for an outbuilding70 Ashes Bridge RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
February 2020
- Development and use of the land for a dwelling26/465 Tallarook Pyalong RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)
Development and planning activity
Data sources & freshness
- PPARS planning permit activity (statewide) — Department of Transport and Planning (Victoria) · Period: 2020–2022 · Updated on site · Public MapServer last updated Feb 2024 — applications through FY 2022–23 only; newer PPARS data requires council/API access
Amenities
No OpenStreetMap amenities mapped for this suburb yet.
Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)
Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)
Data sources & freshness
- OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh
Parks & reserves
6 parks and public open space in this suburb
- CWA ParkPark
- Lowry Bushland ReserveNature reserve
- Pulpit Rock Scenic ReserveNature reserve
- Tallarook Bushland ReserveNature reserve
- Tallarook Recreation ReservePark
- Tallarook Wildflower Sanctuary Flora ReserveNature reserve
Data sources & freshness
- Parks & reserves — State government + ABS LGA boundaries · Period: current · Updated on site
Socio-economic (SEIFA)
- IRSAD decile (2021)
- 7/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 6/10
SEIFA indexes from ABS 2021. Decile 10 = most advantaged / least disadvantaged in Australia.
Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)
Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)
Data sources & freshness
- SEIFA 2021 (IRSAD / IRSD) — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Period: 2021 · Updated on site · 2021 SEIFA release
Hazards
- Bushfire planning zone
- Overlay applies
Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid via Victorian Bushfire Management Overlay mapping.
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)
Bushfire hazard overlays
Data sources & freshness
- Hazard planning overlays — State government hazard layers · Period: current · Updated on site
Green cover
- Parks & woodland (OSM)
- 14
- Parks (OSM)
- 2
OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.
Contributes to desirability score · Environment (10%)
Parks and green cover (OpenStreetMap)
Data sources & freshness
- OpenStreetMap green cover features — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh
Desirability index
- Desirability score
- 23.9/100
- National rank
- 6073rd in Australia
- State rank
- 1160th in VIC
- Peer rank
- #347 among Country & regional · Mature suburbs
- Cohort rank
- #652 among Country & regional suburbs
- Data confidence
- 78%
Data sources & freshness
- Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived score) · Period: current · Updated on site · Derived from source metrics
Recent changes
- A81 Dangerous Drivingcrime16
- A89 Other Dangerous Or Negligent Acts Endangering Peoplecrime13
- B49 Other Theftcrime43
- C32 Drug Possessioncrime14
- E21 Breach Family Violence Ordercrime17
- CWA Parkgovernmentpark
- Lowry Bushland Reservegovernmentnature_reserve
- Pulpit Rock Scenic Reservegovernmentnature_reserve
- Tallarook Bushland Reservegovernmentnature_reserve
- Tallarook Recreation Reservegovernmentpark
Data sources & freshness
- Recorded offences by suburb/town — Crime Statistics Agency (Victoria) · Updated on site · Year ending March release
- Parks & reserves — State government + ABS LGA boundaries · Updated on site
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