🔍

Elingamite

VIC 3266 • Victoria

57
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
16.87 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
Advertisement

About Elingamite

Elingamite is a small rural locality in the Corangamite Shire in south-western Victoria, situated approximately 185 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 17 square kilometres of rolling green dairy country in the Otway Ranges hinterland.

The nearest town of Cobden, approximately 15 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The area is rich dairy farming country, and the Otway Ranges National Park is within reach, offering rainforest walks and scenic drives. There is no public transport serving Elingamite; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Elingamite falls under postcode 3266 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 Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3266
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Corangamite
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.41°, 143.13°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
16.87 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

📣 Ad

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3266

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3266, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,779
Median 2023–24
$53,142
▲ 30.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,734

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3266; 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
185 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr - 3 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Cobden 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

👥 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 Corangamite Local Government Area, which contains Elingamite. 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

📣 Ad

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Elingamite known for? +

Elingamite is a quiet rural locality in the Corangamite Shire in south-western Victoria. The locality covers approximately 17 square kilometres of rolling green dairy country in the Otway Ranges hinterland.

How far is Elingamite from Melbourne CBD? +

Elingamite is approximately 185 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, roughly a 3 to 3 hour drive.

Does Elingamite have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Elingamite. A private vehicle is essential, with Cobden approximately 15 kilometres away.

What is the population of Elingamite? +

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

Is Elingamite a good place to live? +

Elingamite suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Corangamite Shire in south-western Victoria, with Cobden providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Elingamite? +

The postcode for Elingamite is 3266, covering this rural locality in the Corangamite Shire in south-western Victoria.

Is Elingamite a safe area? +

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