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Irrewarra

VIC 3249 • Victoria

365
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
83.74 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarmingGrowth SuburbHistoricAffordable
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About Irrewarra

Irrewarra is a rural locality in the Colac Otway Shire, Victoria, located approximately 10 kilometres south of Colac and about 150 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. With a population of 365 at the 2021 census (up from 345 in 2016), it is a growing farming community with a median age of 47. The area is characterised by gently undulating pastoral land used primarily for dairy farming and grazing.

Irrewarra offers a quintessential rural Victorian lifestyle with proximity to both Colac's town services and the natural attractions of the Otway Ranges and the Great Ocean Road coastline. Colac, the nearest major centre, provides supermarkets, schools, a hospital, and sporting facilities. The locality has historical significance as the birthplace of Aboriginal religious figure Nora Hood (c. 1836). It attracts families and tree-changers looking for affordable rural acreage within commuting distance of Colac.

Irrewarra falls under postcode 3249 and is governed by the Colac Otway 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
3249
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Colac Otway
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.39°, 143.56°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
83.74 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3249

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3249 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$49,010
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,254

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3249; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Colac
10 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Local school bus — Colac 15 min

Commute to Melbourne

Distance
150 km
By Train
2 hr 10 min from Colac station (V/Line Warrnambool line)
By Bus
N/A — limited to school bus services
By Car (Peak)
2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 40 min

🛣️ Colac (10 km north) is the nearest service town with V/Line rail. Drive to Colac station required.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A rural locality with no shops, footpaths, or public transport. A car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
365
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
250.7 / 100k
2yr Up 11.7% 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
89.5 / 100k
2yr Up 81.3% 10yr Down 23.5%
Non-FV assault
259.6 / 100k
2yr Down 18.6% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
308.9 / 100k
2yr Up 67.8% 10yr Up 11.8%
View all offence subgroups for Colac Otway →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Irrewarra known for? +

Irrewarra is a quiet pastoral locality known for dairy farming and grazing on gently rolling land in the Colac Otway Shire, with proximity to the scenic Otway Ranges and the Great Ocean Road coastline.

How far is Irrewarra from Colac? +

Irrewarra is approximately 10 kilometres south of Colac, roughly a 10-15 minute drive. Melbourne CBD is around 150 kilometres away, approximately a 2 hour drive.

Does Irrewarra have public transport? +

Public transport in Irrewarra is very limited, with local school bus services being the primary option. Colac station, 10 km north, provides V/Line train services to Melbourne. A car is essential for daily life.

What is the population of Irrewarra? +

According to the 2021 Census, Irrewarra has a population of approximately 365 residents, a small but steady farming community that has seen modest growth from 345 in 2016.

Is Irrewarra a good place to live? +

Irrewarra suits those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle within reach of Colac's services. It appeals to farmers, tree-changers, and families who value wide-open spaces, a quiet community atmosphere, and proximity to coastal and bushland destinations.

What is the postcode for Irrewarra? +

The postcode for Irrewarra is 3249.

Is Irrewarra a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Irrewarra is part of the Colac Otway 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.