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Iguana Creek

VIC 3875 • Victoria

51
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
65.15 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandQuiet
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About Iguana Creek

Iguana Creek is a small rural locality in East Gippsland, Victoria, situated approximately 35 kilometres west of Bairnsdale within the East Gippsland Shire. Sharing the 3875 postcode with Woodglen, it covers around 65 square kilometres of undulating foothill country and cleared grazing land, with a 2021 Census population of approximately 51 residents. The locality sits within the river valleys and foothills between the Mitchell River and the Great Dividing Range approaches.

Bairnsdale serves as the regional hub for East Gippsland, providing a full range of retail, healthcare, education, and rail connectivity for residents of the surrounding rural district. The Mitchell River, its spectacular gorge, and Gippsland Lakes are among the natural attractions of this diverse region, alongside the alpine country of the High Country to the north. Iguana Creek suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in East Gippsland's scenic hinterland country.

Iguana Creek falls under postcode 3875 and is governed by the East Gippsland Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3875
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
East Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.83°, 147.63°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
65.15 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3875

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3875, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,294
Median 2023–24
$49,476
▲ 19.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,804

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3875; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bairnsdale Station
35 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for all trips N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
290 km
By Train
V/Line from Bairnsdale to Melbourne Southern Cross (approx. 3 hr 20 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 50 min - 3 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 35 min - 3 hr

🛣️ Access via Princes Highway; Bairnsdale is the nearest rail and service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Iguana Creek is a dispersed rural locality with no local services; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
51
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
295.4 / 100k
2yr Up 17.1% 10yr Down 31.6%
Motor vehicle theft
146.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 147.7%
Non-FV assault
462.2 / 100k
2yr Up 10.3% 10yr Up 26.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
379.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 37.0%
View all offence subgroups for East Gippsland →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Iguana Creek known for? +

Iguana Creek is a quiet rural locality in East Gippsland's scenic hinterland, situated among the river valleys and foothills near Bairnsdale in one of Victoria's most diverse natural regions.

How far is Iguana Creek from Bairnsdale? +

Iguana Creek is approximately 35 kilometres west of Bairnsdale, typically a 30 to 40 minute drive via the Princes Highway and local roads.

Does Iguana Creek have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Iguana Creek. The nearest V/Line rail service is at Bairnsdale (approximately 35 km), connecting to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Iguana Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Iguana Creek has a population of approximately 51 residents across its 65 square kilometre area in East Gippsland.

Is Iguana Creek a good place to live? +

Iguana Creek suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in East Gippsland, with the Mitchell River gorge, Gippsland Lakes, and High Country all accessible from the region.

What is the postcode for Iguana Creek? +

The postcode for Iguana Creek, VIC is 3875.

Is Iguana Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Iguana Creek is part of the East Gippsland 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.