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Fairbank

VIC 3951 • Victoria

52
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
9.60 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuiet
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About Fairbank

Fairbank is a small rural locality in South Gippsland, Victoria, situated approximately 15 kilometres south-west of Leongatha and roughly 120 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. Covering around 9.6 square kilometres, it sits within the rolling green dairy country of South Gippsland and recorded a population of approximately 52 residents at the 2021 Census. The landscape is characterised by cleared pastoral hills, remnant bush, and the productive dairy and beef grazing country of this fertile coastal hinterland.

Leongatha is the nearest service town, providing shops, schools, healthcare, and community facilities for residents of the surrounding district. South Gippsland's natural attractions — including Wilsons Promontory National Park, the Strzelecki Ranges, and the nearby Waratah Bay coastline — are within easy reach. Fairbank suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in one of Victoria's most scenic agricultural regions.

Fairbank falls under postcode 3951 and is governed by the South Gippsland Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Monash, while state elections fall under the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3951
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.47°, 145.80°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
9.60 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3951

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3951 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$44,936
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,014

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3951; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for all trips N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
No direct service; V/Line from Leongatha to Melbourne (approx. 2 hr)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 40 min - 2 hr 10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 1 hr 50 min

🛣️ Access via South Gippsland Highway; Leongatha is the nearest rail town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Fairbank is a dispersed rural locality with no local services; a private vehicle is required for all errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
52
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
326.2 / 100k
2yr Up 15.6% 10yr Up 15.8%
Motor vehicle theft
249.4 / 100k
2yr Up 78.8% 10yr Up 202.7%
Non-FV assault
198.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
460.5 / 100k
2yr Up 153.5% 10yr Up 71.9%
View all offence subgroups for South Gippsland →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fairbank known for? +

Fairbank is a quiet dairy and beef farming locality in South Gippsland, known for its rolling green hills and proximity to Wilsons Promontory and the Strzelecki Ranges.

How far is Fairbank from Melbourne? +

Fairbank is approximately 120 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, typically a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the South Gippsland Highway.

Does Fairbank have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Fairbank. The nearest rail service is at Leongatha (approximately 15 km away), where V/Line trains connect to Melbourne.

What is the population of Fairbank? +

According to the 2021 Census, Fairbank has a population of approximately 52 residents, reflecting its character as a small pastoral community.

Is Fairbank a good place to live? +

Fairbank is ideal for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in South Gippsland, with access to the region's natural attractions and a short drive to the services of Leongatha.

What is the postcode for Fairbank? +

The postcode for Fairbank, VIC is 3951.

Is Fairbank a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Fairbank is part of the South Gippsland 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.