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Glengarry West

VIC 3854 • Victoria

155
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
29.30 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietCommuter Belt
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About Glengarry West

Glengarry West is a rural locality in the Latrobe Valley region of Victoria, situated in the City of Latrobe local government area, approximately 10 kilometres north of Traralgon and around 165 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. Covering nearly 30 square kilometres, the locality had a population of approximately 155 residents at the 2021 Census. It forms the western extension of the Glengarry farming district, characterised by rolling pastoral land and scattered rural properties.

The nearby town of Glengarry and the larger regional centre of Traralgon provide residents with access to schools, shops, and services, while the Latrobe Valley's strong agricultural and industrial heritage gives the area a grounded, working-rural character. The locality is well connected via local roads to the Princes Highway and Traralgon's broader amenities, including healthcare and education. Glengarry West appeals to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle within an easy commute of the Latrobe Valley's regional centres.

Glengarry West falls under postcode 3854 and is governed by the Latrobe Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3854
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Latrobe
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.12°, 146.60°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
29.30 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3854

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3854, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,032
Median 2023–24
$58,609
▲ 19.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,687

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3854; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Traralgon
10 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Traralgon 15-20 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
165 km
By Train
Drive to Traralgon then V/Line Gippsland Line to Southern Cross (~2 hrs 10 min by train)
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 50 min

🛣️ Via Princes Highway; Traralgon station provides V/Line Gippsland Line services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No footpaths or local shops; car essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
155
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
634.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 28.8%
Motor vehicle theft
412.9 / 100k
2yr Up 78.3% 10yr Up 35.7%
Non-FV assault
642 / 100k
2yr Up 16.1% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
5 / 100k
2yr Down 21.3% 10yr Up 87.9%
Steal from vehicle
1,065 / 100k
2yr Up 33.2% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Latrobe →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glengarry West known for? +

Glengarry West is a quiet rural locality in Victoria's Latrobe Valley, known for its pastoral farmland and its proximity to the town of Glengarry and regional centre of Traralgon.

How far is Glengarry West from Melbourne? +

Glengarry West is approximately 165 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, about a 2-hour drive via the Princes Highway.

Does Glengarry West have public transport? +

Glengarry West has no direct public transport. The nearest V/Line station is Traralgon, approximately 10 kilometres to the south, providing Gippsland Line trains to Melbourne Southern Cross.

What is the population of Glengarry West? +

According to the 2021 Census, Glengarry West had a population of approximately 155 residents across around 52 dwellings, typical of a small rural locality in the Latrobe Valley.

Is Glengarry West a good place to live? +

Glengarry West suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle within reach of Traralgon's services and the broader Latrobe Valley, offering a peaceful countryside setting without being too isolated.

What is the postcode for Glengarry West? +

The postcode for Glengarry West is 3854, shared with the nearby localities of Glengarry and the surrounding Latrobe Valley area.

Is Glengarry West a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Glengarry West is part of the Latrobe 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.