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Bonang

VIC 3888 • Victoria

52
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
529.36 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandRemoteCar-Dependent
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About Bonang

Bonang is a remote small rural locality in the East Gippsland region of Victoria, situated approximately 380 kilometres east of Melbourne near the New South Wales border. Covering around 529 square kilometres, it recorded a 2021 Census population of 52 residents. The locality lies within the Orbost area of East Gippsland, in a region of extensive state forest, rugged hinterland, and the upper Snowy River country.

The upper Snowy River valley and the surrounding forests of East Gippsland offer exceptional bushwalking, four-wheel driving, and river activities in one of Victoria's most pristine wilderness areas. The Errinundra Plateau, one of Victoria's last great cool temperate rainforests, is accessible from the broader region. Orbost, approximately 60 kilometres away, provides the nearest comprehensive services. A private vehicle — preferably four-wheel drive — is essential for accessing Bonang and the surrounding forest tracks.

Bonang falls under postcode 3888 and is governed by the East Gippsland 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
3888
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
East Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.39°, 148.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
529.36 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3888

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3888, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,969
Median 2023–24
$45,098
▲ 18.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,214

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3888; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular local service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
380 km
By Train
Drive to Orbost; V/Line coach to Bairnsdale then train to Melbourne (~5 hr+)
By Car (Peak)
4 hr 30 min - 5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr - 4 hr 30 min

🛣️ Princes Highway via Orbost provides main access; local forest roads are unsealed and rough

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Remote forest locality; car (preferably 4WD) essential for all travel

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
52
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
295.4 / 100k
2yr Up 17.1% 10yr Down 31.6%
Motor vehicle theft
146.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 147.7%
Non-FV assault
462.2 / 100k
2yr Up 10.3% 10yr Up 26.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
379.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 37.0%
View all offence subgroups for East Gippsland →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bonang known for? +

Bonang is a remote East Gippsland locality known for its magnificent forests, the upper Snowy River country, and access to the Errinundra Plateau cool temperate rainforest — one of Victoria's last great wilderness areas.

How far is Bonang from Melbourne? +

Bonang is approximately 380 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 4.5 to 5 hour drive via Orbost and the Princes Highway.

Does Bonang have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Bonang. Orbost approximately 60 kilometres away has V/Line coach connections to Bairnsdale and Melbourne. A 4WD vehicle is recommended for local roads.

What is the population of Bonang? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bonang has a population of approximately 52 residents in this remote East Gippsland locality.

Is Bonang a good place to live? +

Bonang suits those who love remote wilderness living in the forests of East Gippsland, with access to the upper Snowy River and Errinundra Plateau, but requiring significant self-sufficiency and comfort with isolation.

What is the postcode for Bonang? +

The postcode for Bonang is 3888, covering this remote locality in the East Gippsland area of Victoria.

Is Bonang a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bonang is part of the East Gippsland 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.