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Dergholm

VIC 3312 • Victoria

57
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
288.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Dergholm

Dergholm is a small rural locality in the Glenelg Shire in south-western Victoria, situated approximately 360 kilometres from Melbourne CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 55 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community covering an area of rural land. The locality covers approximately 289 square kilometres of pastoral grazing land near the South Australian border.

The nearest town of Casterton, approximately 30 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Glenelg River, which flows through the region, offers excellent fishing and kayaking opportunities. There is no public transport serving Dergholm; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Dergholm falls under postcode 3312 and is governed by the West Wimmera Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3312
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
West Wimmera
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.64°, 141.37°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
288.56 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3312

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3312 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$40,096
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$46,298

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3312; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
360 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
5 hr - 5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr - 5 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Casterton is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
57
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
234.1 / 100k
2yr Up 130.1% 10yr Up 31.6%
Motor vehicle theft
26 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 65.9%
Non-FV assault
130 / 100k
2yr Down 14.8% 10yr Down 36.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
104 / 100k
2yr Down 41.6% 10yr —
View all offence subgroups for West Wimmera →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dergholm known for? +

Dergholm is a quiet rural locality in the Glenelg Shire in south-western Victoria. The locality covers approximately 289 square kilometres of pastoral grazing land near the South Australian border.

How far is Dergholm from Melbourne CBD? +

Dergholm is approximately 360 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, roughly a 5 to 5 hour drive.

Does Dergholm have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Dergholm. A private vehicle is essential, with Casterton approximately 30 kilometres away.

What is the population of Dergholm? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dergholm has a small population, typical of the sparsely settled the Glenelg Shire in south-western Victoria.

Is Dergholm a good place to live? +

Dergholm suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Glenelg Shire in south-western Victoria, with Casterton providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Dergholm? +

The postcode for Dergholm is 3312, covering this rural locality in the Glenelg Shire in south-western Victoria.

Is Dergholm a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dergholm is part of the West Wimmera 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.