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Dixie

VIC 3265 • Victoria

148
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
51.76 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuiet
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About Dixie

Dixie is a small rural locality in south-western Victoria, situated within the Moyne Shire and covering approximately 52 square kilometres of farming and pastoral land. With a 2021 Census population of 148 residents, the area is sparsely settled and predominantly agricultural in character. The locality lies in the South-West Coast electorate, within a region known for its dairy farming, volcanic plains, and proximity to the Great Ocean Road hinterland.

The surrounding Moyne Shire is home to regional centres such as Port Fairy, Warrnambool, and Camperdown, offering the nearest shopping, schools, and health services for Dixie residents. The landscape is typical of south-western Victoria — wide open paddocks, seasonal wetlands, and quiet country roads. Dixie suits those who value a genuinely rural lifestyle with close ties to the farming community and the natural beauty of Victoria's south-west coast region.

Dixie falls under postcode 3265 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 South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3265
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Corangamite
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.18°, 142.95°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
51.76 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3265

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3265 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$55,855
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,474

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3265; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
235 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Warrnambool (~35 km) for V/Line Warrnambool Line to Melbourne (~3 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs 30 min - 3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs 20 min - 2 hrs 40 min

🛣️ Princes Highway is the main route; car is the only practical transport option in this locality

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs in this remote rural locality with no local shops or services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
148
▲ 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 Dixie. 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 Dixie known for? +

Dixie is a quiet rural locality in Victoria's Moyne Shire, known for its pastoral farming landscape and proximity to the south-west coast region. The area is part of a broader dairy and livestock farming district in south-western Victoria.

How far is Dixie from Melbourne? +

Dixie is approximately 235 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, making it roughly a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the Princes Highway.

Does Dixie have public transport? +

Dixie has no public transport services. There is no bus or train service within the locality; the nearest V/Line train station is at Warrnambool, approximately 35-40 kilometres away. A car is essential.

What is the population of Dixie? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dixie has a population of 148 residents, making it one of the more sparsely settled localities in Victoria's Moyne Shire.

Is Dixie a good place to live? +

Dixie suits those seeking a peaceful, genuine rural lifestyle in south-western Victoria. It offers wide open spaces and a strong farming community character, but residents should be comfortable with significant distance from urban amenities.

What is the postcode for Dixie? +

The postcode for Dixie, Victoria is 3265.

Is Dixie a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dixie 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.