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Bahgallah

VIC 3312 • Victoria

56
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
97.02 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Bahgallah

Bahgallah is a small rural locality in the Glenelg Shire in south-western Victoria, situated approximately 340 kilometres from Melbourne CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 97 square kilometres of pastoral grazing land near Casterton in the Wannon River valley.

The nearest town of Casterton, approximately 20 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. Casterton is famous as the birthplace of the Australian Kelpie working dog breed, celebrating this heritage with an annual Kelpie festival. There is no public transport serving Bahgallah; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Bahgallah falls under postcode 3312 and is governed by the Glenelg Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3312
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Glenelg
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.64°, 141.37°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
97.02 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3312

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3312 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$40,096
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$46,298

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3312; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
340 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
4 hr - 5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr - 4 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Casterton is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
56
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
499.5 / 100k
2yr Up 170.3% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
294.7 / 100k
2yr Up 195.0% 10yr Up 123.9%
Non-FV assault
334.6 / 100k
2yr Up 28.8% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
679.3 / 100k
2yr Up 338.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Glenelg →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bahgallah known for? +

Bahgallah is a quiet rural locality in the Glenelg Shire in south-western Victoria. The locality covers approximately 97 square kilometres of pastoral grazing land near Casterton in the Wannon River valley.

How far is Bahgallah from Melbourne CBD? +

Bahgallah is approximately 340 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, roughly a 4 to 5 hour drive.

Does Bahgallah have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Bahgallah. A private vehicle is essential, with Casterton approximately 20 kilometres away.

What is the population of Bahgallah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bahgallah has a small population of around 50 to 60 residents, typical of the sparsely settled the Glenelg Shire in south-western Victoria.

Is Bahgallah a good place to live? +

Bahgallah suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Glenelg Shire in south-western Victoria, with Casterton providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Bahgallah? +

The postcode for Bahgallah is 3312, covering this rural locality in the Glenelg Shire in south-western Victoria.

Is Bahgallah a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bahgallah is part of the Glenelg 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.