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Bengworden

VIC 3875 • Victoria

93
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
95.89 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietPeaceful
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About Bengworden

Bengworden is a small rural locality in the East Gippsland region of Victoria, situated approximately 15 to 20 kilometres south of Bairnsdale within the East Gippsland Shire. With a population of 93 residents recorded in the 2021 Census and a postcode median taxable income of $49,476 the locality spans nearly 96 square kilometres of flat to gently undulating pastoral farmland on the Gippsland Plains.

The area is primarily devoted to cattle grazing, dairy farming, and cropping, forming part of the broader Gippsland agricultural district. Bengworden sits between the foothills of the Great Dividing Range and the Gippsland Lakes system, with Lakes Entrance and Lake Wellington within reasonable driving distance. Residents rely on Bairnsdale for shopping, healthcare, schools, and the V/Line Gippsland rail service to Melbourne.

Bengworden falls under postcode 3875 and is governed by the East Gippsland Shire Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3875
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
East Gippsland Shire
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.83°, 147.63°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
95.89 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3875

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3875, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,294
Median 2023–24
$49,476
▲ 19.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,804

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3875; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bairnsdale
18 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Bairnsdale 20-25 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
290 km
By Train
Drive to Bairnsdale station, then V/Line to Southern Cross (~4-4.5 hours total)
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs 30 min - 4 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hrs - 3 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Access via Princes Highway; Bairnsdale is the nearest major centre at 15-20 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops or services within the locality; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
93
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bengworden known for? +

Bengworden is a small pastoral locality in East Gippsland known for cattle grazing, dairy farming, and cropping. It sits on the Gippsland Plains between the Great Dividing Range foothills and the Gippsland Lakes.

How far is Bengworden from Melbourne CBD? +

Bengworden is approximately 290 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, around a 3 to 3.5 hour drive via the Princes Highway. The nearest major town, Bairnsdale, is 15 to 20 kilometres to the north.

Does Bengworden have public transport? +

Bengworden has no public transport services. The nearest train station is Bairnsdale, about 18 kilometres away, which is the terminus of the V/Line Gippsland line to Melbourne. A car is essential.

What is the population of Bengworden? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bengworden has a population of 93 residents spread across nearly 96 square kilometres of farming land in the East Gippsland Shire.

Is Bengworden a good place to live? +

Bengworden appeals to those seeking a quiet rural farming lifestyle in Gippsland, with the natural attractions of the Gippsland Lakes and Lakes Entrance within driving distance. However, residents need to travel to Bairnsdale for all services, shops, and schools.

What is the postcode for Bengworden? +

The postcode for Bengworden in Victoria is 3875.