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Bookaar

VIC 3260 • Victoria

159
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
228.30 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalDairy CountryQuietSemi-Rural
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About Bookaar

Bookaar is a small rural locality in the Corangamite Shire of south-western Victoria, located approximately 167 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Covering a substantial 228 square kilometres of undulating agricultural land, Bookaar is part of one of Victoria's most productive dairying regions, with farming — including milk, beef, wool, and fat lamb — forming the backbone of the local economy. With a population of 159 residents, the locality is sparsely settled and retains a quiet, working-farm character typical of the Corangamite Western District.

Bookaar sits within the broader Camperdown district, with the town of Camperdown (approximately 15 kilometres away) providing the nearest full range of services including supermarkets, schools, medical facilities, and the regional hospital. The volcanic plains landscape is characteristic of Victoria's Western District, and the area is close to several crater lakes including Lake Purrumbete. The Princes Highway provides the main road connection west towards Warrnambool and east to Geelong and Melbourne.

Bookaar falls under postcode 3260 and is governed by the Corangamite Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3260
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Corangamite
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.21°, 143.24°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
228.30 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3260

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3260, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,803
Median 2023–24
$52,189
▲ 24.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,334

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3260; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Colac
40 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach services — Geelong and Melbourne CBD via Camperdown Approx 2.5-3 hrs to Melbourne

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
167 km
By Train
No direct train; V/Line coach from Camperdown to Melbourne Southern Cross approx 2.5-3 hrs
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 50 min - 2 hr 15 min via Princes Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hrs via Princes Highway

🛣️ Princes Highway (A1) is the main route east to Geelong and Melbourne. Camperdown provides local services and coach connections.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Bookaar is a dispersed rural locality where a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs, with services available in Camperdown.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
159
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.8 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
209.1 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Up 30.6%
Non-FV assault
164.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
253.4 / 100k
2yr Up 137.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Corangamite →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bookaar known for? +

Bookaar is known for its broad agricultural landscape within one of Victoria's most productive dairying regions. The Corangamite Shire is renowned for dairy farming, as well as beef, wool, and grain production across its volcanic plains.

How far is Bookaar from Melbourne? +

Bookaar is approximately 167 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, roughly a 1 hour 45 minute to 2 hour 15 minute drive via the Princes Highway.

Does Bookaar have public transport? +

There is no passenger rail service to Bookaar. V/Line coach services operate from Camperdown (approximately 15 km away) to Geelong and Melbourne. A private vehicle is essential for most residents.

What is the population of Bookaar? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bookaar has a population of approximately 159 residents spread across a large area of 228 square kilometres, reflecting its dispersed rural character.

Is Bookaar a good place to live? +

Bookaar suits those who value a quiet, rural lifestyle with wide open farmland and access to the natural attractions of south-west Victoria, including nearby crater lakes. The town of Camperdown provides services within easy driving distance.

What is the postcode for Bookaar? +

The postcode for Bookaar is 3260, shared with nearby Camperdown and surrounding localities.

Is Bookaar a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bookaar is part of the Corangamite 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.