Tatura
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Tatura, VIC 3616.
About Tatura
Welcome to Tatura
Tatura sits in the Goulburn Valley of northern Victoria, in the shire of Greater Shepparton and a comfortable drive from Shepparton itself. It's a country town with a strong agricultural backbone, known for its dairy processing, irrigation history and a main street that still functions as the genuine heart of the community.
With a population of 4,955 and a median age of 44, Tatura suits families, farmers and those looking for a slower, more affordable pace of life without giving up the essentials of a well-serviced town. Its neighbour Tatura East shares much of that same rural character, and together they form a tight-knit pocket of the Goulburn Valley.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Tatura revolves around its compact town centre, where cafes, bakeries and local pubs serve a steady stream of farmers, tradespeople and families. It's an unpretentious food scene built on reliability rather than trend-chasing, and locals tend to know the staff at their regular haunts by name. The town's agricultural roots are visible everywhere, from the dairy factories on its outskirts to the produce that finds its way into local kitchens.
Shopping
Tatura's retail strip covers the everyday essentials well, with supermarkets, hardware stores and specialty shops meeting most day-to-day needs without a trip out of town. For bigger-ticket shopping or a wider range of retailers, Shepparton is close enough for an easy round trip, giving residents the best of both a self-sufficient country town and a larger regional centre nearby.
Getting around
Tatura is well positioned on the road network of the Goulburn Valley, with the town linked efficiently to Shepparton and on to Melbourne via the Goulburn Valley Highway. Most residents rely on cars given the semi-rural spread of the area, and driving times to surrounding towns like Tatura East are short. Public transport options are more limited than in metropolitan areas, which is typical for towns of this size, but coach and bus links connect Tatura to the wider regional network.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Tatura Primary School serving as a key part of the town's education offering and a genuine community hub in its own right. The town's family-friendly feel, generous block sizes and relatively affordable housing make it an attractive option for those raising children away from the pressures of bigger regional centres or the city.
Housing & architecture
Housing in Tatura is dominated by standalone houses, which make up 64% of current listings, reflecting the town's broad-acre, low-density character. Land listings account for another 22%, pointing to ongoing opportunities for those wanting to build, while townhouses (5%) and apartments or units (7%) fill out a smaller share of the market for buyers after something lower-maintenance.
The property market
Tatura's property market has shown solid momentum, with house prices climbing 12.5% recently to bring the median house price to $512,000. Units and apartments sit at a more accessible median of $310,000, offering an entry point for downsizers or investors. Median weekly rent of $473 reflects reasonably healthy demand for rental housing in the town, and the overall price point remains well below metropolitan benchmarks, making Tatura a drawcard for buyers priced out of larger regional centres and the city alike.
Market snapshot
Tatura property market
Median sale price
$512k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$473
per week
Gross rental yield
4.8%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$348k
Median
$512k
Premium
$658k
Days on market
64
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
51
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +6.0% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Tatura by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Tatura, VIC 3616.
Population
4,955
residents (2021)
Median age
44
years
Household income
$1,357
median, per week
Median rent
$245
per week
Median mortgage
$1,300
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Tatura
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Tatura
$380k
2/21-23 Barron Street
Sold ~July 2026
$650k
45 Joe Ford Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$235k
1 Birkdale Square
Sold ~July 2026
$770k
3 Valderama Court
Sold ~July 2026
$628k
3 Killarney Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$350k
34 Augusta Crescent
Sold ~June 2026
$380k
44-46 Thomson Street
Sold ~June 2026
$495k
110 O'Reilly Road
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Properties & amenities in Tatura
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Price map around Tatura
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Common questions
Tatura suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Tatura?
The median house price in Tatura, VIC is $512k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 12.5%.
How much is rent in Tatura?
The median weekly rent in Tatura is around $473 per week.
Is Tatura a good place to live?
Tatura is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 4,955 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Tatura?
Tatura has a population of 4,955 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 44.
What schools are in Tatura?
There is 1 school in or near Tatura, including Tatura Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Tatura?
Properties in Tatura take around 64 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Tatura?
Entry-level properties in Tatura start around $348k, while premium homes reach $658k.
What suburbs are near Tatura?
Suburbs near Tatura include Tatura East.
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