Demographics

Kaniva is approximately 1027.27 square kilometres. In 2016 the population of Kaniva was 803. The population is 47% male and 53% female. On average the monthly mortgage repayments in Kaniva are $600 to $799. The most common weekly income bracket is $400 to $499 per week. Weekly rents in the area are on average $100 to $149.

Description

The small town of Kaniva is located in the far west of Victoria, between Nhill and the border with South Australia, on the main highway between Melbourne and Adelaide. Kaniva is located roughly 25 kilometres (16 mi) east of the South Australian border and 43 kilometres (27 mi) east of Bordertown. Surrounding Kaniva are vast wheat fields and sheep stations. Large plantations of canola can also be found in the district, creating a colourful display during the early springtime. At the 2011 census, Kaniva had a population of 1,061.