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Heath Hill

VIC 3981 • Victoria

189
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
27.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietPeacefulCar-Dependent
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About Heath Hill

Heath Hill is a small rural locality in the Cardinia Shire, situated in the outer south-east of metropolitan Victoria in the South Gippsland hinterland, approximately 75 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD. Covering around 27 square kilometres, the locality is characterised by rolling farmland, bushland, and scattered residential holdings. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 189 people, reflecting its deeply rural, low-density character with an average household income modestly above many rural peers.

Heath Hill offers a tranquil country lifestyle appealing to families, hobby farmers, and those seeking space and privacy within commuting distance of the outer south-east suburbs. Nearby towns including Bunyip and Pakenham provide everyday services, shopping, and schools. The locality is close to the Bunyip State Forest and broader Gippsland natural areas, making it attractive for outdoor enthusiasts, while the South Gippsland Highway provides the main road connection to Melbourne.

Heath Hill falls under postcode 3981 and is governed by the Cardinia Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Monash, while state elections fall under the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3981
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cardinia
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.21°, 145.57°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
27.68 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3981

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3981, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,664
Median 2023–24
$58,372
▲ 25.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,675

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3981; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bunyip
10 km
N/A
Garfield
12 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Pakenham / Warragul Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
75 km
By Train
Drive to Bunyip or Garfield station, then approx. 1h 10min by Gippsland Line
By Car (Peak)
1h 20min – 1h 50min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h – 1h 20min

🛣️ South Gippsland Highway provides main access; Pakenham is the nearest major service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Heath Hill is a dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is needed for all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
189
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
284.4 / 100k
2yr Up 33.2% 10yr Down 46.9%
Motor vehicle theft
277.7 / 100k
2yr Up 91.6% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
193.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 17.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.2 / 100k
2yr Up 65.4% 10yr Up 27.1%
Steal from vehicle
860.6 / 100k
2yr Up 108.1% 10yr Up 21.7%
View all offence subgroups for Cardinia →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Heath Hill known for? +

Heath Hill is a quiet rural locality known for its farmland, bushland, and peaceful semi-rural lifestyle in the outer south-east of Victoria. It sits in the Cardinia Shire near the edge of the Gippsland region.

How far is Heath Hill from Melbourne? +

Heath Hill is approximately 75 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 1 hour to 1 hour 20 minute drive off-peak via the South Gippsland Highway.

Does Heath Hill have public transport? +

Heath Hill has very limited public transport. The nearest V/Line Gippsland Line train stations are at Bunyip and Garfield, each around 10–12 kilometres away. A car is essential for day-to-day travel.

What is the population of Heath Hill? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 189 people in Heath Hill, confirming it as a small and sparsely settled rural locality in the Cardinia Shire.

Is Heath Hill a good place to live? +

Heath Hill is well-suited to those who value rural privacy, open space, and a peaceful lifestyle while remaining within reach of Pakenham and outer south-eastern Melbourne. It appeals particularly to hobby farmers and nature lovers.

What is the postcode for Heath Hill? +

The postcode for Heath Hill, VIC is 3981.

Is Heath Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Heath Hill is part of the Cardinia 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.