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Fumina South

VIC 3825 • Victoria

65
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
45.41 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Fumina South

Fumina South is a small rural locality in Gippsland, Victoria, situated approximately 100 kilometres east of Melbourne within the Baw Baw Shire. Covering around 45 square kilometres of forested hills and farming land in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range, the locality lies south of Moe and Thorpdale in a transition zone between the Strzelecki Ranges and the Latrobe Valley. With a 2021 Census population of 65 residents, Fumina South is a quiet rural community in scenic south Gippsland hill country.

The locality is surrounded by lush forested hills, farms, and the characteristic green landscape of the Baw Baw region, which enjoys high rainfall and fertile red soils. The Latrobe Valley towns of Moe and Morwell, approximately 20 to 30 kilometres to the north, provide comprehensive services including schools, hospitals, and shopping, while the scenic Strzelecki Ranges offer excellent walking and mountain biking. Fumina South appeals to small-scale farmers, hobby farm enthusiasts, and those seeking a quiet lifestyle in the beautiful Gippsland foothills within commuting distance of the Latrobe Valley.

Fumina South 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
45.41 km²
Population Density
1 /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

Nearest Train Stations

Moe
25 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
V/Line from Moe (~1 hr 30 min to Southern Cross)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Accessed via Princes Freeway and South Gippsland Highway; car required to reach Moe for public transport

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Fumina South is a rural foothills locality with no local services; Moe and Morwell provide the nearest amenities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
65
▲ 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 Fumina South. 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 Fumina South known for? +

Fumina South is a quiet forested foothills locality in Baw Baw Shire, known for its beautiful Gippsland hill country south of the Latrobe Valley, with lush green landscapes and proximity to the Strzelecki Ranges.

How far is Fumina South from Melbourne? +

Fumina South is approximately 100 kilometres east of Melbourne, roughly a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Princes Freeway and South Gippsland Highway.

Does Fumina South have public transport? +

Fumina South has no local public transport. The nearest V/Line train station is Moe, approximately 25 kilometres away, with frequent services to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Fumina South? +

According to the 2021 Census, Fumina South has a population of approximately 65 residents, making it a small and quiet rural community.

Is Fumina South a good place to live? +

Fumina South suits hobby farmers, small landowners, and those seeking a peaceful lifestyle in beautiful Gippsland hill country, with the Latrobe Valley's comprehensive services accessible within 30 kilometres.

What is the postcode for Fumina South? +

The postcode for Fumina South is 3825.

Is Fumina South a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Fumina South 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.