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Bulart

VIC 3314 • Victoria

104
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
175.92 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Bulart

Bulart is a rural farming district in Victoria’s Western District, situated within the Southern Grampians Shire approximately 268 kilometres west of Melbourne. The locality covers a large area of 176 square kilometres of rolling pastoral country between the townships of Coleraine to the west and Cavendish to the east. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 104, up from 93 in 2016, spread across the district’s grazing properties and farmsteads.

The landscape around Bulart is dominated by sheep and cattle grazing country with views across the volcanic plains of the Western District. The nearby Mount Napier State Park offers bushwalking and the chance to explore Victoria’s most recent volcanic landscape, while the Bulart Silos feature eye-catching murals painted as part of the regional silo art trail. The town of Hamilton, about a 20-minute drive away, serves as the regional centre providing shopping, schools, health services, and the well-regarded Hamilton Art Gallery.

Bulart falls under postcode 3314 and is governed by the Southern Grampians Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3314
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Grampians
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.59°, 141.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
175.92 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3314

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3314 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$45,713
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$51,667

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3314; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach via Hamilton — Melbourne (Southern Cross Station) Approximately 4 hours from Hamilton

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
268 km
By Train
No direct train service; V/Line coach from Hamilton to Melbourne (approximately 4 hours)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 15 min - 3 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr 15 min

🛣️ Access via Glenelg Highway to Western Highway; Hamilton is the nearest regional centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed farming district with no shops or services; all errands require a drive to Hamilton or Coleraine

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
104
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
139.1 / 100k
2yr Up 34.7% 10yr Down 59.2%
Motor vehicle theft
72.6 / 100k
2yr Up 19.5% 10yr Down 26.9%
Non-FV assault
405.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 104.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
133 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 57.9%
View all offence subgroups for Southern Grampians →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bulart known for? +

Bulart is known for its pastoral farming landscape in the Western District of Victoria, the Bulart Silos featuring striking mural art, and its proximity to Mount Napier State Park with its volcanic geology and bushwalking trails.

How far is Bulart from Melbourne? +

Bulart is approximately 268 kilometres west of Melbourne, about a 3 to 3.5 hour drive via the Western Highway and Glenelg Highway.

Does Bulart have public transport? +

Bulart has no public transport services. Rail lines to the area were closed in the late 1970s. A private vehicle is essential, with Hamilton (about 20 minutes away) serving as the nearest town with services.

What is the population of Bulart? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bulart has a population of 104, up from 93 in 2016. The locality spans 176 square kilometres of pastoral country in the Southern Grampians Shire.

Is Bulart a good place to live? +

Bulart suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in a traditional farming community. The rolling Western District landscape, proximity to Mount Napier State Park, and access to Hamilton’s regional services make it appealing for those comfortable with country living.

What is the postcode for Bulart? +

The postcode for Bulart, Victoria is 3314.

Is Bulart a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bulart is part of the Southern Grampians 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.