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Buln Buln East

VIC 3821 • Victoria

182
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
23.16 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralWest GippslandFarmingTree-ChangePeaceful
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About Buln Buln East

Buln Buln East is a small rural locality in the Shire of Baw Baw in West Gippsland, Victoria, situated approximately 118 kilometres east of Melbourne's CBD and 19 kilometres from Warragul, the region's main service town. With a population of around 182 and an area of 23.2 square kilometres, Buln Buln East is a quiet agricultural community in the rolling green hills and dairy farming country that defines this part of Gippsland. The locality sits within the broader County of Buln Buln and shares its name with the neighbouring locality of Buln Buln.

The West Gippsland landscape around Buln Buln East is characterised by lush green paddocks, small hobby farms, and a relaxed rural atmosphere that attracts those seeking a tree-change lifestyle within reasonable distance of Melbourne. Warragul, the closest town, provides supermarkets, schools, medical services, and a rail connection to Melbourne. Nearby Drouin also adds retail and community facilities for the area. For those willing to manage longer commutes, the Princes Highway and the Gippsland train line via Warragul make connections to Melbourne feasible for semi-rural living.

Buln Buln East falls under postcode 3821 and is governed by the Baw Baw Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Monash, while state elections fall under the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3821
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.92°, 145.95°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
23.16 km²
Population Density
8 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3821

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3821 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$54,120
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,718

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3821; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Warragul Station
19 km
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Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Warragul (car required) N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
118 km
By Train
From Warragul Station: approx. 1 hr 30 min to Southern Cross via Gippsland Line
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 40 min

🛣️ Princes Highway to Melbourne; drive to Warragul Station for train access; Warragul is the nearest service hub at approx. 19 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no local services; a car is required for all daily errands with Warragul being the nearest town

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
182
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.9 / 100k
2yr Up 42.1% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
231.3 / 100k
2yr Up 100.4% 10yr Up 40.8%
Non-FV assault
313.7 / 100k
2yr Down 11.5% 10yr Up 33.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
733.7 / 100k
2yr Up 83.1% 10yr Up 33.0%
View all offence subgroups for Baw Baw →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Buln Buln East known for? +

Buln Buln East is known as a quiet rural locality in West Gippsland's dairy and farming country, offering the lush green landscapes and relaxed lifestyle characteristic of the Baw Baw Shire region.

How far is Buln Buln East from Melbourne? +

Buln Buln East is approximately 118 kilometres east of Melbourne's CBD, roughly a 1 hour 20 minute to 2 hour drive depending on traffic and route via the Princes Highway.

Does Buln Buln East have public transport? +

There are no local bus services in Buln Buln East. The nearest train station is Warragul (approximately 19 km away), which is on the Gippsland Line and offers regular services to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Buln Buln East? +

Buln Buln East had a population of approximately 182 people according to the 2021 Census, spread across a locality of about 23 square kilometres in the Shire of Baw Baw.

Is Buln Buln East a good place to live? +

Buln Buln East suits those seeking a genuine tree-change in peaceful rural surroundings, particularly hobby farmers or those comfortable with a car-dependent lifestyle. Warragul provides essential services including schools, supermarkets, and hospital access.

What is the postcode for Buln Buln East? +

The postcode for Buln Buln East, Victoria is 3821, which is shared with Drouin and surrounding West Gippsland localities.

Is Buln Buln East a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Buln Buln East is part of the Baw Baw 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.