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Broadwater

VIC 3301 • Victoria

75
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
77.96 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordablePeaceful
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About Broadwater

Broadwater is a small rural locality in south-western Victoria, situated within Moyne Shire approximately 50 kilometres north-east of Warrnambool and 275 kilometres west of Melbourne. The locality covers nearly 78 square kilometres of open farmland in the Western District, a region long associated with wool production and broad-acre grazing. With a population of just 75 at the 2021 Census, Broadwater is a sparsely settled agricultural district well beyond the fringe of major urban centres.

The Western District countryside surrounding Broadwater is dominated by sheep and cattle grazing on the region's characteristic volcanic plains and low rolling hills. Residents rely on nearby towns including Macarthur and Hawkesdale for basic services, while Warrnambool, the regional centre, provides a full range of shops, hospitals, and schools. The Wannon and Hopkins River systems wind through the broader district, providing scenic natural corridors and opportunities for fishing and outdoor recreation. Broadwater suits those drawn to a quiet, working-farm lifestyle in one of Victoria's great pastoral landscapes.

Broadwater falls under postcode 3301 and is governed by the Moyne Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3301
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moyne
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.12°, 142.03°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
77.96 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3301

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3301 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$47,152
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,703

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3301; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
275 km
By Train
No local rail; Warrnambool Station (~50 km) operates V/Line Warrnambool Line trains to Melbourne (approx. 3 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs 45 min

🛣️ Warrnambool (~50 km south-west) is the nearest major service centre. A car is essential; the Princes Highway and Hamilton Highway provide access to regional centres.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Broadwater is a dispersed rural locality with no local services; all errands require driving to Warrnambool or smaller nearby townships.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
75
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
191.1 / 100k
2yr Up 12.2% 10yr Down 37.3%
Motor vehicle theft
84.3 / 100k
2yr Up 35.0% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
118 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 26.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
264.2 / 100k
2yr Up 45.4% 10yr Up 63.8%
View all offence subgroups for Moyne →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Broadwater VIC known for? +

Broadwater is a quiet pastoral locality in Victoria's Western District, an area long associated with sheep and cattle grazing on the region's volcanic plains. The broader Moyne Shire encompasses some of Victoria's most productive agricultural land.

How far is Broadwater VIC from Melbourne? +

Broadwater is approximately 275 kilometres west of Melbourne, a drive of around 3 hours via the Princes Highway or Hamilton Highway.

Does Broadwater VIC have public transport? +

There is no regular bus or rail service within Broadwater itself. The nearest train station is Warrnambool, approximately 50 kilometres south-west, which is served by V/Line trains to Melbourne. A car is essential for residents.

What is the population of Broadwater VIC? +

According to the 2021 Census, Broadwater (Victoria) has a population of 75 residents, reflecting its character as a small, dispersed rural farming locality.

Is Broadwater VIC a good place to live? +

Broadwater suits those seeking a quiet, working-farm lifestyle in Victoria's iconic Western District. Warrnambool provides a full range of services as the regional hub, and the area's pastoral landscapes and proximity to the Shipwreck Coast offer a distinctive lifestyle appeal.

What is the postcode for Broadwater VIC? +

The postcode for Broadwater, Victoria is 3301.

Is Broadwater a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Broadwater is part of the Moyne 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.

What is the population of Broadwater? +

Broadwater had a population of 75 at the 2021 Census.