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Driffield

VIC 3840 • Victoria

101
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
52.59 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCommuter Belt
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About Driffield

Driffield is a rural locality in the Latrobe Valley area of Gippsland, Victoria, approximately 160 kilometres south-east of Melbourne within the Latrobe City Council area. With a population of 101 residents spread across 52.6 square kilometres, it is a quiet farming community situated close to the regional centre of Morwell. The ATO postcode median taxable income of $48,688 reflects the area's working-class, agricultural character.

The locality is characterised by open farmland and a peaceful countryside setting, appealing to those who prefer rural living within easy reach of Latrobe Valley services. Morwell, just a few kilometres away, provides schools, shops, healthcare, and a train station on the V/Line Gippsland line with regular services to Melbourne. The surrounding Gippsland region offers access to scenic attractions including the Strzelecki Ranges and the Gippsland Lakes further east.

Driffield falls under postcode 3840 and is governed by the Latrobe Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Morwell (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3840
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Latrobe
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Morwell (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.25°, 146.42°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
52.59 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3840

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3840, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,486
Median 2023–24
$48,688
▲ 17.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,044

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3840; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Morwell
5 km
N/A (drive required)
Traralgon
12 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Latrobe Valley local bus network — Morwell / Traralgon 10-20 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
160 km
By Train
Drive to Morwell station, then V/Line Gippsland line to Southern Cross (~2 hours)
By Car (Peak)
2-2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hour 45 min

🛣️ Access via Princes Freeway (M1); Morwell station has frequent services to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or amenities; residents drive to Morwell for all services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
101
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
634.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 28.8%
Motor vehicle theft
412.9 / 100k
2yr Up 78.3% 10yr Up 35.7%
Non-FV assault
642 / 100k
2yr Up 16.1% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
5 / 100k
2yr Down 21.3% 10yr Up 87.9%
Steal from vehicle
1,065 / 100k
2yr Up 33.2% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Latrobe →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Driffield known for? +

Driffield is a quiet farming locality in the Latrobe Valley known for its pastoral farmland and peaceful rural atmosphere. It sits close to Morwell, giving residents convenient access to Gippsland's regional services while maintaining a countryside lifestyle.

How far is Driffield from Melbourne? +

Driffield is approximately 160 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, around a 1 hour 45 minute to 2 hour drive via the Princes Freeway (M1).

Does Driffield have public transport? +

Driffield itself has no direct public transport, but nearby Morwell station is on the V/Line Gippsland line with trains running approximately every 40 minutes to Melbourne. The train journey from Morwell to Southern Cross takes around 2 hours.

What is the population of Driffield? +

According to the 2021 Census, Driffield has a population of 101 residents across 52.6 square kilometres, reflecting its low-density rural character within the broader Latrobe City area.

Is Driffield a good place to live? +

Driffield appeals to those seeking affordable rural living close to the services of the Latrobe Valley. Its proximity to Morwell provides access to schools, shops, and rail connections to Melbourne, while the locality itself offers quiet farmland and open space.

What is the postcode for Driffield? +

The postcode for Driffield, Victoria is 3840.

Is Driffield a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Driffield is part of the Latrobe 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.