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Boolarra South

VIC 3870 • Victoria

147
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
48.30 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandHinterlandAffordable
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About Boolarra South

Boolarra South is a rural locality in Victoria's South Gippsland region, situated within the South Gippsland Council area and covering approximately 48 square kilometres of hilly, forested land. Located in the broader Latrobe Valley region near the small township of Boolarra, it lies around 150 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD. With a 2021 Census population of 147, the locality is lightly settled and characterised by dense bushland, rolling hills, and scattered farming properties typical of the Strzelecki Ranges foothills.

The area around Boolarra South is known for its scenic bushland scenery and the connection to the Strzelecki Ranges, offering bushwalking and nature activities in a verdant hilly landscape. The nearby Boolarra township serves as the closest community hub for residents, while larger services and shopping are available in Morwell and Traralgon in the Latrobe Valley, approximately 30–35 kilometres away. The locality attracts those seeking affordable acreage living in a quiet, bush-surrounded environment within reach of the Gippsland employment corridor.

Boolarra South falls under postcode 3870 and is governed by the Latrobe Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3870
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Latrobe
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.44°, 146.32°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
48.30 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3870

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3870, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,009
Median 2023–24
$44,794
▲ 9.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,933

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3870; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Morwell Station
32 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
Drive to Morwell Station (~32 km), then Gippsland Line train approx 1 hr 45 min to Melbourne Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 50 min – 2 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 35 min – 1 hr 50 min

🛣️ Access via local roads to Boolarra, then Princes Freeway (M1) from Morwell; Latrobe Valley towns provide nearest services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential; Boolarra South is a dispersed rural locality with no walking infrastructure and all services located in nearby towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
147
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
634.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 28.8%
Motor vehicle theft
412.9 / 100k
2yr Up 78.3% 10yr Up 35.7%
Non-FV assault
642 / 100k
2yr Up 16.1% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
5 / 100k
2yr Down 21.3% 10yr Up 87.9%
Steal from vehicle
1,065 / 100k
2yr Up 33.2% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Latrobe →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boolarra South known for? +

Boolarra South is known for its tranquil rural character and proximity to the Strzelecki Ranges, offering a quiet bush lifestyle in the foothills of South Gippsland with scenic hilly landscapes and forested surroundings.

How far is Boolarra South from Melbourne? +

Boolarra South is approximately 150 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Princes Freeway through the Latrobe Valley.

Does Boolarra South have public transport? +

Boolarra South has no local public transport. The nearest train access is at Morwell Station (approximately 32 km away) on the Gippsland Line, which connects to Melbourne Southern Cross Station in around 1 hour 45 minutes.

What is the population of Boolarra South? +

According to the 2021 Census, Boolarra South has a population of 147 people, spread across approximately 55 dwellings in a sparsely settled rural landscape.

Is Boolarra South a good place to live? +

Boolarra South suits those seeking affordable acreage in a bush setting, particularly people drawn to Gippsland's green hills and relaxed lifestyle. Services in nearby Morwell and Traralgon are accessible by car, making it practical for those who work in the Latrobe Valley.

What is the postcode for Boolarra South? +

The postcode for Boolarra South is 3870.

Is Boolarra South a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Boolarra South is part of the Latrobe 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.