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Alberton

VIC 3971 • Victoria

297
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
45.10 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAgriculturalQuietPeaceful
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About Alberton

Alberton is a small historic town in the Wellington Shire of Victoria’s Gippsland region, located along the South Gippsland Highway approximately 7 kilometres south of Yarram and 216 kilometres east of Melbourne. Sitting on the Albert River — from which it takes its name — the town was established in the 1840s as part of early pastoral settlement in Gippsland. With a population of approximately 297 residents across a 45 square kilometre area, Alberton is a quiet agricultural community with a rich colonial history.

Alberton is surrounded by the productive dairy and pastoral farmland typical of South Gippsland, with the Bass Strait coast and Corner Inlet accessible around 30 kilometres to the south near Wilson’s Promontory. The town retains a peaceful village character, with Yarram providing the nearest services including schools, shops, and healthcare. Nearby Wilsons Promontory National Park and the coastal waterways of Corner Inlet make the broader area popular with fishing enthusiasts, birdwatchers, and nature lovers seeking a quiet Gippsland getaway.

Alberton falls under postcode 3971 and is governed by the Wellington Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3971
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wellington
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.63°, 146.82°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
45.10 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3971

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3971, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$36,019
Median 2023–24
$44,136
▲ 22.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,556

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3971; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Yarram / Sale / Traralgon Approx. 10 min to Yarram by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
216 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station at Traralgon approx. 100 km west
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hrs

🛣️ Car essential; South Gippsland Highway connects to Sale and the Princes Highway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Small rural township with minimal local services; car needed for most daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
297
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Wellington Local Government Area, which contains Alberton. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
494.7 / 100k
2yr Up 59.5% 10yr Down 28.0%
Motor vehicle theft
191.9 / 100k
2yr Up 84.4% 10yr Up 57.6%
Non-FV assault
432.8 / 100k
2yr Up 10.3% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
577.8 / 100k
2yr Up 81.3% 10yr Up 72.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wellington →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alberton known for? +

Alberton is known as one of Gippsland’s earliest settled towns, established in the 1840s by pastoral pioneers. It sits on the Albert River in South Gippsland and retains a quiet historic character, with the surrounding area notable for dairy farming and its proximity to the coastline near Wilson’s Promontory.

How far is Alberton from Melbourne? +

Alberton is approximately 216 kilometres east of Melbourne, a drive of around 2.5 to 3 hours via the South Gippsland Highway and the Princes Highway through Sale.

Does Alberton have public transport? +

Alberton has very limited public transport. There is no rail service; the nearest train station is at Traralgon approximately 100 kilometres west. A car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Alberton? +

According to the 2021 Census, Alberton has a population of approximately 297 residents, making it a very small rural town within the Wellington Shire of South Gippsland.

Is Alberton a good place to live? +

Alberton suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in historic Gippsland, with easy access to Yarram for services and the broader natural beauty of South Gippsland’s coastline and farmland. It appeals to people who value peace, open space, and a genuine country community atmosphere.

What is the postcode for Alberton? +

The postcode for Alberton VIC is 3971.

Is Alberton a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Alberton is part of the Wellington LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.