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Cobungra

VIC 3898 • Victoria

58
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
182.48 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoric
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About Cobungra

Cobungra is a small rural locality in the Victorian High Country, situated in the Alpine Shire approximately 15 kilometres north of Omeo in East Gippsland. The area encompasses around 182 square kilometres of rugged alpine and sub-alpine terrain, with the Cobungra River flowing through the valley. With a population of only around 58 people, Cobungra is one of Victoria's most sparsely settled localities, characterised by cattle grazing runs, high plains pastoralism, and dramatic mountain scenery.

Life in Cobungra revolves around farming, particularly cattle grazing on the high plains, and the natural beauty of the surrounding Alpine National Park. The locality attracts bushwalkers, horse riders, and nature enthusiasts seeking remote high-country experiences well away from tourist crowds. Nearby Omeo provides essential services including a hospital, shops, and schools. The Great Alpine Road passes through the region, offering access to Dinner Plain and Mount Hotham ski fields in winter.

Cobungra falls under postcode 3898 and is governed by the East Gippsland Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3898
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
East Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.07°, 147.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
182.48 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3898

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3898 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$46,172
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,158

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3898; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Dyson's Bus — Omeo / Bairnsdale Varies — limited rural service

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
360 km
By Train
N/A — nearest train at Bairnsdale (approx 130km)
By Car (Peak)
4.5-5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4-4.5 hrs

🛣️ Very remote locality. Access via Great Alpine Road (may be closed in winter). Bairnsdale is the nearest major centre with V/Line train to Melbourne.

Walkability Car Dependent

Completely car dependent; no footpaths or public transport within the locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
58
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
295.4 / 100k
2yr Up 17.1% 10yr Down 31.6%
Motor vehicle theft
146.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 147.7%
Non-FV assault
462.2 / 100k
2yr Up 10.3% 10yr Up 26.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
379.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 37.0%
View all offence subgroups for East Gippsland →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Cobungra located? +

Cobungra is a small rural locality in the Alpine Shire of Victoria's High Country, approximately 15 km north of Omeo and 360 km from Melbourne.

What is Cobungra known for? +

Cobungra is known for high plains cattle grazing, the Cobungra River, and its proximity to the Alpine National Park and the Great Alpine Road.

Is there public transport to Cobungra? +

Public transport is extremely limited. The nearest V/Line train station is at Bairnsdale, roughly 130 km away. A rural bus service connects Omeo to Bairnsdale on limited days.

What is the nearest town to Cobungra? +

Omeo, approximately 15 km to the south, is the nearest town and provides the main services for residents of Cobungra including shops, a hospital, and schools.

Is Cobungra a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cobungra is part of the East Gippsland 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 Cobungra? +

Cobungra had a population of 58 at the 2021 Census.