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Cora Lynn

VIC 3814 • Victoria

220
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
23.17 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietPeaceful
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About Cora Lynn

Cora Lynn is a small rural locality in Victoria's West Gippsland region, situated approximately 68 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD within the Shire of Cardinia. With a population of 220 at the 2021 Census, the locality is spread across 23 square kilometres of gently rolling countryside characterised by pastoral farming and open farmland. The area forms part of Melbourne's broader peri-urban fringe, where agricultural land use has historically dominated and large rural properties remain the norm.

The character of Cora Lynn is quiet and distinctly rural, with most residents relying on nearby towns such as Pakenham and Nar Nar Goon for everyday services and shopping. The locality is accessible via the South Gippsland Highway corridor, providing reasonable road connections to Melbourne and the broader Gippsland region. Those drawn to Cora Lynn typically value the open space, rural atmosphere, and relative privacy of semi-remote living while remaining within commuting distance of outer Melbourne's growing urban centres.

Cora Lynn falls under postcode 3814 and is governed by the Cardinia 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
3814
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cardinia
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.11°, 145.67°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
23.17 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3814

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3814, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,766
Median 2023–24
$54,838
▲ 17.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$70,384

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3814; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Pakenham Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
68 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Pakenham then Pakenham Line to Flinders Street (~1h 20min total)
By Car (Peak)
70-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-70 min

🛣️ Car-dependent locality; South Gippsland Highway provides main road access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
220
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
284.4 / 100k
2yr Up 33.2% 10yr Down 46.9%
Motor vehicle theft
277.7 / 100k
2yr Up 91.6% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
193.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 17.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.2 / 100k
2yr Up 65.4% 10yr Up 27.1%
Steal from vehicle
860.6 / 100k
2yr Up 108.1% 10yr Up 21.7%
View all offence subgroups for Cardinia →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cora Lynn known for? +

Cora Lynn is known as a quiet rural locality in Melbourne's south-east fringe, characterised by pastoral farming and open farmland within the Shire of Cardinia.

How far is Cora Lynn from Melbourne? +

Cora Lynn is approximately 68 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD, roughly a 60–90 minute drive depending on traffic conditions.

Does Cora Lynn have public transport? +

Cora Lynn has no rail service; the nearest train station is at Pakenham, approximately 20 km away. Public transport access is very limited, making a private vehicle essential.

What is the population of Cora Lynn? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cora Lynn has a population of 220 residents, distributed across a rural area of approximately 23 square kilometres.

Is Cora Lynn a good place to live? +

Cora Lynn suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with open space and privacy, though residents need to travel to nearby towns like Pakenham for all everyday services and amenities.

What is the postcode for Cora Lynn? +

The postcode for Cora Lynn, Victoria is 3814.

Is Cora Lynn a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cora Lynn is part of the Cardinia 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.