🔍

Grassmere

VIC 3281 • Victoria

385
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
98.58 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulEstablished
Advertisement

About Grassmere

Grassmere is a rural locality in the Shire of Moyne in South West Victoria, situated approximately 20 kilometres east of Warrnambool in the region's pastoral hinterland. Spanning nearly 99 square kilometres, it is a sparsely populated farming area with a 2021 Census population of 385 residents distributed across a broad agricultural landscape. The land is part of the traditional country of the Eastern Maar People and has been farmed since the 1830s when early pastoralists — including Thomas Manifold — established runs in the area, giving the locality a rich colonial pastoral heritage.

The locality is characterised by open grazing paddocks, cropping land, and scattered rural holdings typical of South West Victoria's volcanic plains and coastal hinterland. Residents rely on nearby Warrnambool for shopping, schools, healthcare, and services, making private transport essential. Grassmere suits those who value the wide open spaces and independent farming lifestyle of regional Victoria, with Warrnambool's beaches, cultural attractions, and regional amenities within easy reach.

Grassmere falls under postcode 3281 and is governed by the Moyne 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
3281
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moyne
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.25°, 142.63°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
98.58 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

📣 Ad

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3281

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3281 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$58,484
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,159

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3281; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
260 km
By Train
Drive to Warrnambool Station (~20 km), then V/Line train to Melbourne (~3 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
2.5-3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hrs

🛣️ Most residents commute locally to Warrnambool (~20 min drive); Princes Highway connects to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs in this dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
385
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
191.1 / 100k
2yr Up 12.2% 10yr Down 37.3%
Motor vehicle theft
84.3 / 100k
2yr Up 35.0% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
118 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 26.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
264.2 / 100k
2yr Up 45.4% 10yr Up 63.8%
View all offence subgroups for Moyne →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

📣 Ad

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Grassmere known for? +

Grassmere is known for its pastoral heritage, with the area first taken up for farming in 1839. The locality is named after the English village of Grasmere and sits in the rich agricultural country of South West Victoria's Shire of Moyne.

How far is Grassmere from Warrnambool? +

Grassmere is approximately 20 kilometres east of Warrnambool, making it about a 20–25 minute drive to the regional centre for shopping, schools, and services.

Does Grassmere have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Grassmere. Residents need a car for all daily needs; the nearest train station is Warrnambool, approximately 20 kilometres to the west on the V/Line Warrnambool Line.

What is the population of Grassmere? +

According to the 2021 Census, Grassmere has a population of 385 residents. The locality spans nearly 99 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely settled rural area.

Is Grassmere a good place to live? +

Grassmere suits those who value a quiet, rural lifestyle with wide open spaces and a strong connection to the land. Its proximity to Warrnambool means regional amenities, beaches, and schools are accessible, while day-to-day life in the locality itself is self-sufficient.

What is the postcode for Grassmere? +

The postcode for Grassmere is 3281.

Is Grassmere a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Grassmere is part of the Moyne 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.