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Chocolyn

VIC 3260 • Victoria

61
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.60 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-Rural
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About Chocolyn

Chocolyn is a small rural locality in the Corangamite Shire of Victoria, situated approximately 200 kilometres south-west of Melbourne near the town of Camperdown. The locality covers around 19 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 61 residents at the 2021 Census. The area features the distinctive volcanic plains country of western Victoria, with low-lying grassland, crater lakes, and dairy farming properties.

Camperdown, approximately 10 kilometres to the south, is the main service centre for the district providing a hospital, schools, supermarkets, and community facilities. The surrounding Corangamite Shire is famous for its volcanic crater lakes — including the Camperdown lakes — and productive dairy country. A private vehicle is essential for residents as no public transport operates in Chocolyn.

Chocolyn falls under postcode 3260 and is governed by the Corangamite Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3260
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Corangamite
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.21°, 143.24°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.60 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3260

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3260, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,803
Median 2023–24
$52,189
▲ 24.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,334

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3260; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Camperdown
10 km
N/A — drive only

Bus Services

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

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
V/Line coach from Camperdown to Warrnambool then train to Melbourne; approx. 3 hours
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hours

🛣️ Princes Highway provides road access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; a car is needed for all errands to Camperdown.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
61
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.8 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
209.1 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Up 30.6%
Non-FV assault
164.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
253.4 / 100k
2yr Up 137.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Corangamite →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chocolyn known for? +

Chocolyn is a quiet dairy farming locality near Camperdown in the Corangamite Shire, known for its volcanic plains country and proximity to the famous Camperdown crater lakes.

How far is Chocolyn from Melbourne CBD? +

Chocolyn is approximately 200 kilometres south-west of Melbourne CBD, around 2.5 to 3 hours by road via the Princes Highway.

Does Chocolyn have public transport? +

There is no local public transport in Chocolyn. V/Line coach services connect Camperdown (about 10 km south) to the train network at Warrnambool.

What is the population of Chocolyn? +

According to the 2021 Census, Chocolyn has a population of approximately 61 residents, a small rural community in the Corangamite Shire.

Is Chocolyn a good place to live? +

Chocolyn suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle on Victoria's volcanic plains, with Camperdown providing local services and the scenic crater lakes and Great Ocean Road within reach.

What is the postcode for Chocolyn? +

The postcode for Chocolyn, VIC is 3260.

Is Chocolyn a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Chocolyn is part of the Corangamite 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.