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Gnarwarre

VIC 3221 • Victoria

297
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
69.01 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFamily-Friendly
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About Gnarwarre

Gnarwarre is a small rural locality in the Surf Coast Shire of Victoria, positioned approximately 18 kilometres west of Geelong and 82 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Sitting on the fringe of the Surf Coast hinterland, the locality is characterised by rolling green farmland, grazing properties, and remnant bushland. With a population of around 297 residents, Gnarwarre is a peaceful semi-rural community appealing to those seeking a country lifestyle within commuting distance of Geelong.

The locality lies close to the Barwon River corridor and is within easy reach of the Great Ocean Road and the celebrated surf beaches of Torquay and Anglesea. Residents generally rely on nearby Geelong for schools, shopping, and medical facilities, while the Surf Coast Shire provides a network of local roads, reserves, and community facilities. Gnarwarre attracts hobby farmers, equestrian enthusiasts, and families looking for larger landholdings not far from the conveniences of a major regional city.

Gnarwarre falls under postcode 3221 and is governed by the Surf Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Corangamite, while state elections fall under the South Barwon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3221
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Surf Coast
Federal Electorate
Corangamite
State Electorate
South Barwon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.18°, 144.43°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
69.01 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3221

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3221 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$58,927
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$92,552

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3221; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Waurn Ponds Station
12 km
N/A — drive only

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
82 km
By Train
Drive to Waurn Ponds or Geelong station, then V/Line ~1h to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
1h 15min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55min

🛣️ Access via Princes Highway (A1) or Surf Coast Highway; no local bus services

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural hinterland area with no walkable services; car essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
297
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
135.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 71.3%
Motor vehicle theft
98.6 / 100k
2yr Up 84.6% 10yr Down 57.1%
Non-FV assault
128.2 / 100k
2yr Up 14.5% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
2.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 62.4%
Steal from vehicle
347.7 / 100k
2yr Up 15.8% 10yr Down 46.5%
View all offence subgroups for Surf Coast →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Gnarwarre VIC? +

Gnarwarre is a rural locality in the Surf Coast Shire, Victoria, about 18 km west of Geelong and 82 km south-west of Melbourne.

What LGA is Gnarwarre in? +

Gnarwarre is in the Surf Coast Shire local government area.

Is Gnarwarre near the beach? +

Gnarwarre is in the Surf Coast Shire hinterland, roughly 30–40 km from Torquay and the Great Ocean Road beaches.

What is the population of Gnarwarre? +

Gnarwarre had a population of 297 at the 2021 Census.

Is Gnarwarre a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gnarwarre is part of the Surf Coast 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.