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Elaine

VIC 3334 • Victoria

232
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
107.76 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-RuralHistoricAffordable
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About Elaine

Elaine is a small rural locality in Victoria's Golden Plains Shire, situated on the Midland Highway between Ballarat and Geelong, approximately 60 kilometres south-west of Ballarat and 45 kilometres south-east of Geelong. With a population of 232 at the 2021 Census, the locality covers a generous 107.8 square kilometres of open farmland and remnant bushland. The area has historical roots in the Victorian gold rush era, as it adjoins the former Steiglitz goldfield discovered in 1854, and today retains a quiet, rural character typical of the Golden Plains region.

Elaine is a farming community surrounded by rolling agricultural paddocks, with residents relying on nearby towns such as Meredith and Bannockburn for everyday services, schools, and shopping. The Golden Plains Shire is known for its scenic countryside and relaxed lifestyle midway between two of Victoria's major regional centres. The locality appeals to those seeking a genuinely rural lifestyle with the convenience of highway access to both Geelong and Ballarat within roughly an hour's drive, and Melbourne reachable in under two hours.

Elaine falls under postcode 3334 and is governed by the Moorabool Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Corangamite, while state elections fall under the Eureka (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3334
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moorabool
Federal Electorate
Corangamite
State Electorate
Eureka (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.76°, 144.09°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
107.76 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3334

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3334 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$58,999
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$68,508

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3334; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach — Geelong / Ballarat Approx. 45-60 min to each

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
85 km
By Train
No direct rail; drive to Geelong or Ballarat then V/Line train to Melbourne (~90 min)
By Car (Peak)
75-90 min via Geelong Ring Road
By Car (Off-Peak)
65-75 min

🛣️ Located on the Midland Highway with good road connections to Geelong and Ballarat

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
232
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
319.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 23.2%
Motor vehicle theft
273 / 100k
2yr Up 22.6% 10yr Up 29.3%
Non-FV assault
201.7 / 100k
2yr Up 21.3% 10yr Up 31.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
2.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 19.6%
Steal from vehicle
617.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 17.3%
View all offence subgroups for Moorabool →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Elaine known for? +

Elaine is a quiet rural locality in the Golden Plains Shire with historical links to the Victorian gold rush era, as it borders the former Steiglitz goldfield discovered in 1854. Today it is primarily an agricultural area known for its open farmland and relaxed country lifestyle.

How far is Elaine from Melbourne? +

Elaine is approximately 85 kilometres south-west of Melbourne CBD, typically a 75–90 minute drive via the Midland Highway and Geelong Ring Road.

Does Elaine have public transport? +

Elaine has no rail service. The nearest V/Line train stations are in Geelong (approx. 45 km) and Ballarat (approx. 60 km). A car is the primary means of transport for residents.

What is the population of Elaine? +

According to the 2021 Census, Elaine has a population of 232 residents, making it a very small rural locality spread across approximately 107.8 square kilometres of farmland.

Is Elaine a good place to live? +

Elaine suits those seeking a genuinely rural lifestyle in Victoria's Golden Plains region, with peaceful farmland surroundings and highway access to Geelong and Ballarat. Residents will need a car for all services and should plan on travelling to larger towns for shopping, schools, and healthcare.

What is the postcode for Elaine? +

The postcode for Elaine, VIC is 3334.

Is Elaine a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Elaine is part of the Moorabool 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.