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Dartmoor

VIC 3304 • Victoria

299
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
287.06 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideHistoricTimber CountryAffordable
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About Dartmoor

Dartmoor is a small rural township in south-western Victoria, situated on the Princes Highway along the banks of the Glenelg River, approximately 400 kilometres west of Melbourne and 50 kilometres east of Mount Gambier in South Australia. Part of the Shire of Glenelg, the locality encompasses a large area of around 287 square kilometres of farming land and pine plantations close to the South Australian border. With a population of approximately 299 residents, Dartmoor is a quiet country town with a history dating to its establishment in the late 1850s.

Dartmoor is closely associated with the timber industry, with pine plantations a defining feature of the surrounding landscape and a long-standing source of local employment. The Glenelg River provides a scenic backdrop and opportunities for fishing, canoeing, and riverside recreation. The town is car-dependent, though V/Line coach services along the Princes Highway connect it to Heywood and Mount Gambier for regional travel. Dartmoor suits those seeking affordable rural living in a historically significant small community, with Mount Gambier offering a full range of shopping, health, and educational services just 50 kilometres to the west.

Dartmoor falls under postcode 3304 and is governed by the Glenelg Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3304
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Glenelg
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.18°, 141.95°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
287.06 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3304

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3304, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,617
Median 2023–24
$46,717
▲ 9.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,752

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3304; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach services — Heywood / Mount Gambier (SA) 30 min to Mount Gambier, 45 min to Heywood

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
400 km
By Train
No direct rail service; nearest V/Line rail at Warrnambool (~160 km east)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 4-4.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 4 hours

🛣️ Mount Gambier (SA, 50 km west) is the primary regional centre for most services; Princes Highway is the main road link

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Small rural township with very limited local services; most errands require travel to Mount Gambier or Heywood

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
299
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
499.5 / 100k
2yr Up 170.3% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
294.7 / 100k
2yr Up 195.0% 10yr Up 123.9%
Non-FV assault
334.6 / 100k
2yr Up 28.8% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
679.3 / 100k
2yr Up 338.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Glenelg →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dartmoor known for? +

Dartmoor is known for its pine plantations, the local timber industry, and its scenic setting along the Glenelg River. The township has a long history dating to the 1850s and retains a quiet, rural character close to the South Australian border.

How far is Dartmoor from Melbourne? +

Dartmoor is approximately 400 kilometres west of Melbourne, typically a 4–4.5 hour drive via the Princes Highway. The nearest major centre is Mount Gambier in South Australia, just 50 kilometres to the west.

Does Dartmoor have public transport? +

Dartmoor is served by V/Line coach services along the Princes Highway, connecting the town to Heywood and Mount Gambier. There is no rail service; the former Mount Gambier–Heywood railway line closed in 1995. A car is recommended for day-to-day travel.

What is the population of Dartmoor? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dartmoor has a population of approximately 299 residents, a slight decline from 322 in 2016, reflecting broader trends of population loss in small rural Victorian townships.

Is Dartmoor a good place to live? +

Dartmoor offers affordable rural living in a historically significant small town, with the Glenelg River on the doorstep and the South Australian border nearby. It suits those who enjoy a quiet country lifestyle, though it is remote from major urban amenities.

What is the postcode for Dartmoor? +

The postcode for Dartmoor is 3304.

Is Dartmoor a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dartmoor is part of the Glenelg 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.