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Hazelwood South

VIC 3840 • Victoria

289
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
13.11 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralGippslandLatrobe ValleyPeacefulSemi-Rural
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About Hazelwood South

Hazelwood South is a small rural locality in Victoria's Latrobe Valley, situated within the Latrobe City Council area approximately 150 kilometres east of Melbourne. With a 2021 Census population of 289 residents across 13 square kilometres, the locality sits on the rural fringe south of Morwell and is part of the broader Gippsland region. The area shares its name with the former Hazelwood coal mine and power station complex, which closed in 2017 and has since been the subject of significant rehabilitation and redevelopment works.

Hazelwood South is a quiet, low-density area with properties set among the pastoral landscapes characteristic of inner Gippsland. The nearby townships of Morwell (approximately 5 kilometres north) and Traralgon (approximately 12 kilometres north-east) provide residents with a full range of shops, schools, medical services, and employment, including the Latrobe Regional Health campus. The broader Latrobe Valley is undergoing economic transformation following the closure of coal-fired power stations, with new industries and community investment reshaping the region's future.

Hazelwood South falls under postcode 3840 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 Morwell (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3840
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Latrobe
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Morwell (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.25°, 146.42°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
13.11 km²
Population Density
22 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3840

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3840, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,486
Median 2023–24
$48,688
▲ 17.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,044

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3840; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Morwell
5 km
approx. 60 min walk (car recommended)
Traralgon
12 km
car recommended

Bus Services

  • Latrobe Valley Bus Lines local services — Morwell / Traralgon approx. 15-20 min to Morwell

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
approx. 2h via V/Line Gippsland Line from Morwell to Southern Cross Station
By Car (Peak)
1h 45 min - 2h 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 30 min - 1h 45 min

🛣️ Princes Highway and Monash Freeway/M1 provide main road access; Morwell is the practical base for commuting

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural fringe locality with no local shops; a car is needed to reach Morwell or Traralgon for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
289
▲ 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 Hazelwood South. 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 Hazelwood South known for? +

Hazelwood South shares its name with the former Hazelwood coal mine and power station, which was once one of Australia's largest open-cut coal mines before closing in 2017. The locality sits on the rural fringe of the Latrobe Valley, a region historically defined by its coal and power generation industries now transitioning to new economic opportunities.

How far is Hazelwood South from Melbourne? +

Hazelwood South is approximately 150 kilometres east of Melbourne, accessible via the Princes Highway and Monash Freeway. The drive typically takes around 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic, and V/Line train services from nearby Morwell reach Melbourne's Southern Cross Station in approximately 2 hours.

Does Hazelwood South have public transport? +

Hazelwood South itself has limited public transport, but the nearby township of Morwell (approximately 5 km north) offers V/Line Gippsland Line train services to Melbourne. Local Latrobe Valley bus services also connect the area to Morwell and Traralgon.

What is the population of Hazelwood South? +

According to the 2021 Census, Hazelwood South has a population of 289 residents across approximately 13 square kilometres, with around 99 dwellings. It is a small, low-density rural locality within the Latrobe City Council area.

Is Hazelwood South a good place to live? +

Hazelwood South suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with practical access to the Latrobe Valley's established towns. Morwell and Traralgon are both within easy reach, offering solid amenities, employment, and V/Line rail access to Melbourne for commuters.

What is the postcode for Hazelwood South? +

The postcode for Hazelwood South is 3840, which covers several localities in the Latrobe Valley area of Victoria, including Morwell and surrounding rural communities.

Is Hazelwood South a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Hazelwood South 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.