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Gnotuk

VIC 3260 • Victoria

120
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
19.58 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCar-Dependent
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About Gnotuk

Gnotuk is a small rural locality in south-west Victoria, situated within the Corangamite Shire on the volcanic plains around 8 kilometres north of Camperdown and approximately 185 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. The locality spans about 19.6 square kilometres and had a population of 120 at the 2021 Census. Its name comes from the nearby Lake Gnotuk, one of the region's distinctive volcanic crater lakes formed thousands of years ago by ancient volcanic activity.

The Camperdown area is known for its network of scenic volcanic crater lakes, rolling green pastoral hills, and a strong dairy farming tradition. Gnotuk residents rely on Camperdown — a well-serviced regional town — for their everyday needs, including shops, schools, and medical services. The locality sits in the heart of dairy country and offers a relaxed rural lifestyle with the natural beauty of the Western District's volcanic landscape on the doorstep.

Gnotuk falls under postcode 3260 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 Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3260
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Corangamite
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.21°, 143.24°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
19.58 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3260

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3260, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,803
Median 2023–24
$52,189
▲ 24.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,334

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3260; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach via Camperdown — Melbourne (Southern Cross Station) Approx. 2h 30min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
185 km
By Train
No direct service; V/Line coach from Camperdown to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
2h 10min–2h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h 00min–2h 15min

🛣️ Hamilton Highway and Princes Highway are the main routes; car is essential for local travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no local services; residents drive to Camperdown for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
120
▲ 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 Gnotuk. 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

What is Gnotuk known for? +

Gnotuk is known for its proximity to Lake Gnotuk, a scenic volcanic crater lake near Camperdown, and for being part of Victoria's Western District dairy farming region on the ancient volcanic plains.

How far is Gnotuk from Melbourne CBD? +

Gnotuk is approximately 185 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, roughly a 2-hour drive via the Princes Highway or Hamilton Highway.

Does Gnotuk have public transport? +

Gnotuk has no local rail or bus services. The nearest V/Line connections are from Camperdown (approximately 8km away), where coach services run to Melbourne and Colac.

What is the population of Gnotuk? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gnotuk has a population of 120 residents spread across approximately 20 square kilometres of rural land.

Is Gnotuk a good place to live? +

Gnotuk offers a quiet pastoral lifestyle near the scenic volcanic lakes district around Camperdown, ideal for those who enjoy rural living, wide open landscapes, and a close-knit farming community, with services available in Camperdown.

What is the postcode for Gnotuk? +

The postcode for Gnotuk, Victoria is 3260.

Is Gnotuk a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gnotuk 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.