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Athlone

VIC 3818 • Victoria

147
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
30.36 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-RuralCommuter Belt
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About Athlone

Athlone is a small rural locality in Victoria's West Gippsland region, situated on the Drouin–Korumburra Road within the Shire of Baw Baw. Located approximately 90 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD and close to the agricultural communities of Drouin and Warragul, the locality covers around 30 square kilometres of gently rolling dairy and farming land. With a 2021 Census population of 147, Athlone is a quiet, sparsely populated community amid the broader Baw Baw agricultural belt.

The surrounding Baw Baw region is known for its productive dairy farming, berry farms, and the growing food and wine culture centred on towns like Warragul and Drouin. Residents of Athlone rely on nearby Drouin (approximately 12 km) for everyday services, schools, and shopping, while Melbourne is within commuting distance via the South Gippsland Highway or the train service from Drouin station. The locality suits those seeking a rural lifestyle within reach of the Latrobe Valley and the scenic South Gippsland hills.

Athlone falls under postcode 3818 and is governed by the Baw Baw Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Monash, while state elections fall under the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3818
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.10°, 145.87°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
30.36 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3818

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3818, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$44,016
Median 2023–24
$55,235
▲ 25.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,038

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3818; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Drouin Station
12 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No local bus services to Athlone — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
Drive to Drouin Station (~12 km), then Gippsland Line train approx 1 hr 10 min to Melbourne Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Access via the South Gippsland Highway and Princes Freeway (M420); Drouin is the nearest service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; the nearest shops and services are in Drouin, approximately 12 km away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
147
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.9 / 100k
2yr Up 42.1% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
231.3 / 100k
2yr Up 100.4% 10yr Up 40.8%
Non-FV assault
313.7 / 100k
2yr Down 11.5% 10yr Up 33.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
733.7 / 100k
2yr Up 83.1% 10yr Up 33.0%
View all offence subgroups for Baw Baw →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Athlone known for? +

Athlone is a quiet rural locality in the Baw Baw Shire, situated in Victoria's productive West Gippsland farming region. It is surrounded by dairy farms and rolling countryside typical of the Drouin–Korumburra corridor.

How far is Athlone from Melbourne? +

Athlone is approximately 90 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 1 to 1 hour 20 minute drive depending on traffic and route via the Princes Freeway.

Does Athlone have public transport? +

Athlone itself has no local bus services. The nearest train station is Drouin (approximately 12 km away) on the Gippsland Line, which provides regular services to Melbourne Southern Cross Station in around 1 hour 10 minutes.

What is the population of Athlone? +

According to the 2021 Census, Athlone has a population of 147 people, having grown from 122 in 2016, reflecting modest growth in this small rural community.

Is Athlone a good place to live? +

Athlone suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in Gippsland's green countryside, with the convenience of nearby towns like Drouin and Warragul for services. It is within commuting range of Melbourne for those who value a country setting without being too far from the city.

What is the postcode for Athlone? +

The postcode for Athlone is 3818.

Is Athlone a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Athlone is part of the Baw Baw 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.