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Carrajung

VIC 3844 • Victoria

100
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
35.61 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricQuietSemi-Rural
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About Carrajung

Carrajung is a small rural locality in the Gippsland region of eastern Victoria, situated approximately 23 kilometres north of Yarram and 165 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. The locality falls within the Wellington Shire and has a 2021 Census population of 100, with the area historically known for dairying thanks to its high rainfall and fertile soils. The name Carrajung is believed to derive from an Aboriginal word meaning a fishing line or a shade tree, reflecting the area’s deep Indigenous heritage.

The locality encompasses three small settlements — Carrajung, Carrajung South and Carrajung Lower — set amid rolling green hills near the eastern end of the Grand Ridge Road. First settled by Europeans in 1882, the township grew to support a butter factory, hotel and mechanics’ institute by the 1890s. Today Carrajung retains its quiet pastoral character, with the surrounding countryside offering scenic drives, access to the Strzelecki Ranges and proximity to the Hyland Highway connecting Yarram and Traralgon.

Carrajung falls under postcode 3844 and is governed by the Wellington Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Morwell (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3844
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wellington
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Morwell (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.32°, 146.61°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
35.61 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3844

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3844, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,470
Median 2023–24
$58,836
▲ 16.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$74,114

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3844; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Traralgon
45 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach (Yarram–Melbourne via Leongatha) — Melbourne (Southern Cross) 3.5–4 hours from Yarram

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
165 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Traralgon then V/Line Gippsland line (~2 hours from Traralgon)
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2–2.5 hours

🛣️ Access via Hyland Highway to Princes Freeway; nearest V/Line coach stop at Yarram

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no shops or services; a car is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
100
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
494.7 / 100k
2yr Up 59.5% 10yr Down 28.0%
Motor vehicle theft
191.9 / 100k
2yr Up 84.4% 10yr Up 57.6%
Non-FV assault
432.8 / 100k
2yr Up 10.3% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
577.8 / 100k
2yr Up 81.3% 10yr Up 72.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wellington →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carrajung known for? +

Carrajung is known for its long dairying history, high rainfall and fertile soils, and its location near the eastern end of the Grand Ridge Road. The locality was first settled in 1882 and once supported a butter factory, hotel and mechanics’ institute.

How far is Carrajung from Melbourne? +

Carrajung is approximately 165 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, or around two hours’ drive via the Princes Freeway and Hyland Highway.

Does Carrajung have public transport? +

Carrajung has no direct public transport services. The nearest V/Line train station is at Traralgon, roughly 45 kilometres to the north on the Gippsland line, and the nearest town with V/Line coach services is Yarram, about 23 kilometres to the south.

What is the population of Carrajung? +

According to the 2021 Census, Carrajung has a population of 100 people spread across approximately 35.6 square kilometres of rural land in the Wellington Shire.

Is Carrajung a good place to live? +

Carrajung suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with green rolling hills, clean air and a strong sense of community. It is car-dependent for services and shopping, with the nearest towns of Yarram and Traralgon providing schools, supermarkets and healthcare.

What is the postcode for Carrajung? +

The postcode for Carrajung, Victoria is 3844.

Is Carrajung a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Carrajung is part of the Wellington 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.