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Erica

VIC 3825 • Victoria

184
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
14.30 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralMountainHinterlandQuietRemote
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About Erica

Erica is a small rural locality in the Baw Baw Shire of Victoria's Gippsland region, situated approximately 170 kilometres east of Melbourne at an elevation of around 445 metres above sea level. With a population of 184 residents, Erica serves as a gateway and service town for the surrounding mountain hinterland, including the Thomson Dam and the alpine resort areas of Mount Baw Baw and Mount St Gwinear. The locality supports agricultural and timber industry activity alongside a growing tourism function, attracting visitors heading into the mountains year-round.

Erica is the starting point for popular mountain adventures and sits close to the historic Walhalla Goldfields Railway, a narrow-gauge tourist steam train that operates between Thomson and the old gold rush township of Walhalla. Essential services including a general store and fuel are available locally, with the larger town of Moe, around 40 kilometres to the west, providing supermarkets, schools, and medical facilities. The community has a tight-knit, rural character that appeals to those who value mountain landscapes, outdoor recreation, and a quiet lifestyle away from urban centres.

Erica falls under postcode 3825 and is governed by the Baw Baw Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Monash, while state elections fall under the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3825
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.98°, 146.34°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
14.30 km²
Population Density
13 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3825

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3825, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,312
Median 2023–24
$52,530
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,649

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3825; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coaches — Moe / Melbourne (infrequent) Approx. 2.5 hrs to Melbourne

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
170 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Moe (40 km away), then approx. 1.5 hrs to Flinders Street
By Car (Peak)
2–2.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min–2 hrs

🛣️ Access via Princes Highway (A1) through Moe; car is essential for daily life

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Erica is a small rural locality with minimal local services; a car is essential for almost all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
184
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.9 / 100k
2yr Up 42.1% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
231.3 / 100k
2yr Up 100.4% 10yr Up 40.8%
Non-FV assault
313.7 / 100k
2yr Down 11.5% 10yr Up 33.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
733.7 / 100k
2yr Up 83.1% 10yr Up 33.0%
View all offence subgroups for Baw Baw →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Erica known for? +

Erica is known as a gateway to the Baw Baw alpine region and the Gippsland highlands. It serves visitors heading to Thomson Dam, Mount Baw Baw ski resort, and the historic Walhalla Goldfields Railway — a narrow-gauge tourist steam train connecting Thomson to the old gold rush town of Walhalla.

How far is Erica from Melbourne CBD? +

Erica is approximately 170 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, a drive of around 1 hour 45 minutes to 2.5 hours depending on traffic, via the Princes Highway through Moe.

Does Erica have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Erica. The nearest train station is Moe, approximately 40 kilometres to the west on the Gippsland Line. Limited regional coach services connect the area, but a private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Erica? +

According to the 2021 Census, Erica has a population of 184 residents, making it a very small rural locality within the Baw Baw Shire of Gippsland.

Is Erica a good place to live? +

Erica suits those who love mountain environments and an outdoor lifestyle. The locality offers access to forests, alpine areas, and heritage tourism, though residents rely on nearby Moe for most services and daily needs.

What is the postcode for Erica? +

The postcode for Erica, Victoria is 3825.

Is Erica a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Erica is part of the Baw Baw 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.