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Jancourt

VIC 3266 • Victoria

16
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
9.02 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Jancourt

Jancourt is a tiny rural locality in south-western Victoria, located approximately 15 kilometres north of Cobden and around 25 kilometres from the Otway coastline, in the Corangamite region. With just 16 residents recorded in the 2021 Census and an area of just over 9 square kilometres, Jancourt is one of Victoria's smallest localities by population. The landscape is defined by lush green dairy farmland, sheltered valleys, and the mild, moist climate characteristic of the South West.

Jancourt offers an extraordinarily quiet rural lifestyle, with residents living on working dairy and grazing properties in a deeply agricultural setting. The nearby town of Cobden provides basic services including shops, schools, and a medical centre, while the larger towns of Colac and Warrnambool are accessible within an hour's drive. The surrounding region is popular for its proximity to the Great Ocean Road, the Otway Ranges, and Twelve Apostles, offering world-class natural attractions.

Jancourt falls under postcode 3266 and is governed by the Corangamite 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
3266
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Corangamite
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.41°, 143.13°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
9.02 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3266

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3266, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,779
Median 2023–24
$53,142
▲ 30.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,734

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3266; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
195 km
By Train
No direct train; nearest V/Line service from Colac (~30 km) to Melbourne Southern Cross (~2 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 10 min

🛣️ Car essential; Princes Highway and Colac–Cobden Road provide main access routes

Walkability Car-Dependent

Fully rural locality with no footpaths or public transport; vehicle required for all activities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
16
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.8 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
209.1 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Up 30.6%
Non-FV assault
164.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
253.4 / 100k
2yr Up 137.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Corangamite →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Jancourt VIC located? +

Jancourt is a small rural locality in south-western Victoria, about 15 km north of Cobden and 25 km inland from the Great Ocean Road coast, in the Corangamite region.

What is the population of Jancourt? +

Jancourt has one of the smallest populations of any Victorian locality, with just 16 residents recorded in the 2021 Census.

What is the nearest town to Jancourt? +

Cobden is the nearest town to Jancourt, approximately 15 kilometres to the south, and provides shops, schools, and basic services.

Is Jancourt a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Jancourt is part of the Corangamite 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.