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Glenormiston South

VIC 3265 • Victoria

123
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
20.36 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoric
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About Glenormiston South

Glenormiston South is a small rural locality in the Corangamite district of southwestern Victoria, situated approximately 10 kilometres south of Terang and 25 kilometres east of Camperdown. Covering just over 20 square kilometres, the area forms part of the fertile volcanic plains of the Western District, long celebrated for prime grazing land and dairy production. The locality shares its postcode (3265) with Terang and takes its name from the historic Glenormiston pastoral run, one of the largest squatting stations established in the region during the 1840s.

Life in Glenormiston South is quintessentially rural, centred on the dairy and livestock farming that has shaped the Western District for over 170 years. The scenic landscape features open paddocks, shelter belts of indigenous trees, and occasional wetlands typical of the Corangamite crater lakes region. Residents depend on Terang for day-to-day services, schooling, and community life, while Camperdown offers a broader range of retail and medical facilities. The nearby Lake Bullen Merri and Lake Gnotuk provide recreational opportunities for fishing, birdwatching, and walking.

Glenormiston South falls under postcode 3265 and is governed by the Corangamite 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
Corangamite
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
20.36 km²
Population Density
6 /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

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
195 km
By Train
N/A – nearest station is Terang (~10 km), served by V/Line coaches to Warrnambool line
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min to Melbourne
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr to Melbourne

🛣️ Car-dependent locality. V/Line coach services connect Terang to Warrnambool and Melbourne but do not service Glenormiston South directly.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Glenormiston South is a dispersed rural locality with no footpaths or local services. Residents travel to Terang (~10 km) for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
123
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.8 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
209.1 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Up 30.6%
Non-FV assault
164.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
253.4 / 100k
2yr Up 137.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Corangamite →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Glenormiston South? +

Glenormiston South is a rural locality about 10 km south of Terang and 25 km east of Camperdown in southwestern Victoria's Corangamite district.

What is Glenormiston South known for? +

The area is known for its pastoral history, stemming from the historic Glenormiston station established in the 1840s, and the productive dairy and livestock farming that continues today.

Is there public transport in Glenormiston South? +

There is no regular public transport serving Glenormiston South. The nearest V/Line coach service is from Terang, approximately 10 km away.

What amenities are near Glenormiston South? +

Terang (10 km) provides the nearest supermarket, school, medical centre, and community facilities. Camperdown (25 km) offers additional services including a hospital.

Is Glenormiston South a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Glenormiston South is part of the Corangamite 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.

What is the population of Glenormiston South? +

Glenormiston South had a population of 123 at the 2021 Census.