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Drouin West

VIC 3818 • Victoria

361
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
23.60 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCommuter BeltFamily-Friendly

About Drouin West

Drouin West is a small rural locality in Victoria's West Gippsland region, approximately 90 kilometres east of the Melbourne CBD within the Shire of Baw Baw. Covering around 23.6 square kilometres, the locality sits on the fertile plains just west of the town of Drouin and is home to approximately 361 residents. The area is defined by dairy and beef farming, with open paddocks, rural properties, and the lush green hills characteristic of Gippsland's productive agricultural landscape.

Residents of Drouin West enjoy convenient access to the services and amenities of nearby Drouin, which offers supermarkets, schools, medical facilities, and a town centre with cafes and local shops. Drouin is the administrative home of the Shire of Baw Baw and benefits from both the Princes Highway and the Gippsland railway line, with Drouin station providing V/Line train services to Melbourne. The locality appeals to those seeking a rural acreage lifestyle within a reasonable commute of Melbourne, set against the rolling green backdrop of West Gippsland.

Drouin West falls under postcode 3818 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3818
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.10°, 145.87°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
23.60 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Drouin
3.5 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Drouin town centre 5-10 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
Approx. 75-90 min from Drouin station to Flinders Street via Gippsland Line
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min – 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Princes Highway (M420) connects Drouin to Melbourne; Drouin station is the nearest rail access point

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Drouin West is a rural locality with no village centre; a car is needed for all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
361
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Drouin West known for? +

Drouin West is known for its rural farming character in the heart of West Gippsland, featuring dairy and beef grazing properties on the fertile plains west of Drouin township.

How far is Drouin West from Melbourne CBD? +

Drouin West is approximately 90 kilometres east of Melbourne's CBD, about a 1 hour 10 minute to 1 hour 30 minute drive via the Princes Highway off-peak.

Does Drouin West have public transport? +

Drouin West itself has no bus or rail service. The nearest train station is Drouin (approximately 3.5 km away), which is served by V/Line's Gippsland Line with services to Melbourne's Flinders Street Station.

What is the population of Drouin West? +

Drouin West has a population of approximately 361 residents according to the 2021 Census, making it a small rural locality within the broader Drouin urban area.

Is Drouin West a good place to live? +

Drouin West suits those who want rural acreage living in the beautiful Gippsland countryside while remaining within commuting reach of Melbourne. Nearby Drouin provides all essential services and the Gippsland rail line offers a public transport option to the city.

What is the postcode for Drouin West? +

Drouin West shares postcode 3818 with Drouin and surrounding localities.