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Boneo

VIC 3939 • Victoria

314
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
34.21 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-RuralQuiet
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About Boneo

Boneo is a rural locality on the southern tip of the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, approximately 65 kilometres south of Melbourne and around 9 kilometres from Rosebud, within the Mornington Peninsula Shire. With a population of 314, it is a sparsely settled agricultural community dominated by the Boneo Flats, where market gardens and grazing pastures characterise the landscape. The median taxable income reflects the modest rural demographic of this working-class farming locality.

Boneo supports a small community infrastructure including a recreation reserve, community hall, and primary school, with a popular monthly market operating on the third Saturday of each month. Part of the locality alongside Main Creek falls within the Mornington Peninsula National Park, offering residents and visitors access to bushland walks and natural coastal scenery. Nearby Rosebud provides shopping, medical services, and coastal attractions, while Cape Schanck to the south offers a renowned lighthouse and clifftop walks that draw visitors year-round.

Boneo falls under postcode 3939 and is governed by the Mornington Peninsula Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flinders, while state elections fall under the Nepean (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3939
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mornington Peninsula
Federal Electorate
Flinders
State Electorate
Nepean (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.43°, 144.90°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
34.21 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3939

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3939, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,397
Median 2023–24
$49,135
▲ 18.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,775

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3939; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Rosebud / Mornington Peninsula 15-20 min to Rosebud

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
65 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station Frankston requires a drive
By Car (Peak)
75-105 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
60-75 min

🛣️ Car essential; Moorooduc Highway and Frankston-Flinders Road are main routes

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Boneo is a rural farming locality with no walkable retail or services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
314
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
529.6 / 100k
2yr Up 59.3% 10yr Down 17.4%
Motor vehicle theft
277.9 / 100k
2yr Up 159.9% 10yr Up 83.2%
Non-FV assault
221.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
1.7 / 100k
2yr Down 50.5% 10yr Up 181.7%
Steal from vehicle
790 / 100k
2yr Up 77.7% 10yr Up 30.9%
View all offence subgroups for Mornington Peninsula →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boneo known for? +

Boneo is known for its agricultural character on the Mornington Peninsula, particularly its market gardens and pastures across the Boneo Flats. A popular community market runs on the third Saturday of each month, and the locality borders Mornington Peninsula National Park.

How far is Boneo from Melbourne CBD? +

Boneo is approximately 65 kilometres south of Melbourne's CBD, typically a 60–105 minute drive depending on traffic, primarily via the Moorooduc Highway.

Does Boneo have public transport? +

Public transport in Boneo is very limited. There is no rail service; the nearest station is Frankston, approximately 35 km north. A car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Boneo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Boneo has a population of 314 residents, spread across an area of approximately 34 square kilometres on the southern Mornington Peninsula.

Is Boneo a good place to live? +

Boneo suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle within reach of the Mornington Peninsula's coastal towns and national parks. It is a working agricultural community, and residents value its peaceful character, though a car is essential and urban amenities are a short drive away in Rosebud.

What is the postcode for Boneo? +

The postcode for Boneo, VIC is 3939.

Is Boneo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Boneo is part of the Mornington Peninsula 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.