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Framlingham

VIC 3265 • Victoria

169
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
46.33 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricRiversideQuietAgricultural
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About Framlingham

Framlingham is a small rural locality in south-west Victoria, situated along the Hopkins River approximately 25 kilometres north of Warrnambool and within the Moyne Shire council area. With a population of around 169 residents spread across a large area of approximately 46 square kilometres, it has a predominantly agricultural character of grazing and farming land. The locality carries significant historical importance as the site of the Framlingham Aboriginal Reserve, established in the 1860s and today home to the Framlingham Aboriginal Trust — one of Australia's longest-standing Aboriginal community reserves.

The surrounding landscape features the scenic Hopkins River corridor and open farmland characteristic of Victoria's Western District. The nearby town of Kolora and the larger centre of Warrnambool to the south provide residents with access to schools, shops, hospitals, and coastal amenities including Warrnambool's famous whale-watching season. Framlingham offers a deeply rural lifestyle with strong connections to both Aboriginal cultural heritage and the pastoral traditions of south-west Victoria, making it a place of considerable historical and natural significance.

Framlingham falls under postcode 3265 and is governed by the Moyne Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3265
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moyne
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.18°, 142.95°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
46.33 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3265

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3265 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$55,855
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,474

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3265; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Warrnambool Station
25 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach (limited) — Warrnambool Approx. 30 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
265 km
By Train
Drive to Warrnambool Station (25 km) then V/Line train to Melbourne Southern Cross; approx. 3 hours total
By Car (Peak)
3–3.5 hours via Princes Highway (A1)
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5–3 hours via Princes Highway (A1)

🛣️ Princes Highway (A1) connects Warrnambool to Melbourne. Car travel to Warrnambool station is required for train access.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Framlingham is a rural locality with no commercial services; a car is required for all daily errands, with Warrnambool being the nearest major centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
169
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
191.1 / 100k
2yr Up 12.2% 10yr Down 37.3%
Motor vehicle theft
84.3 / 100k
2yr Up 35.0% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
118 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 26.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
264.2 / 100k
2yr Up 45.4% 10yr Up 63.8%
View all offence subgroups for Moyne →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Framlingham known for? +

Framlingham is known for the Framlingham Aboriginal Reserve, established in the 1860s and today managed by the Framlingham Aboriginal Trust — one of Australia's most significant Aboriginal community land holdings. It is also known for its scenic Hopkins River setting and pastoral landscape.

How far is Framlingham from Warrnambool? +

Framlingham is approximately 25 kilometres north of Warrnambool, a drive of around 25 to 30 minutes via local roads through Victoria's Western District.

Does Framlingham have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Framlingham directly. The nearest V/Line train service operates from Warrnambool Station, approximately 25 kilometres south, with regular trains to Melbourne Southern Cross taking around 3 hours.

What is the population of Framlingham? +

According to the 2021 Census, Framlingham has a population of approximately 169 residents across a large rural area of about 46 square kilometres in Victoria's Moyne Shire.

Is Framlingham a good place to live? +

Framlingham suits those who value a quiet, semi-remote rural lifestyle with deep historical and cultural significance. It appeals to those connected to the Aboriginal community or pastoral industries of south-west Victoria, with Warrnambool's coastal amenities within reasonable driving distance.

What is the postcode for Framlingham? +

The postcode for Framlingham is 3265, shared with surrounding rural localities in Victoria's Moyne Shire in the south-west of the state.

Is Framlingham a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Framlingham is part of the Moyne 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.