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Jeeralang Junction

VIC 3840 • Victoria

584
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
11.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandLatrobe ValleyPeacefulCar-Dependent
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About Jeeralang Junction

Jeeralang Junction is a small rural locality in Victoria's Latrobe Valley, situated approximately 3 kilometres south of Morwell and within the Latrobe City local government area. With a population of 584 residents across nearly 12 square kilometres, it is a quiet semi-rural community on the southern fringe of the Latrobe Valley's urban corridor. The area falls within the state electorate of Morwell and the federal division of Gippsland, reflecting its position at the heart of the East Gippsland region.

Jeeralang Junction lies on the edge of the Jeeralang Hills and is close to the Jeeralang State Forest, offering residents access to bushwalking tracks and natural scenery typical of West Gippsland's forested ranges. The nearby towns of Morwell and Traralgon (postcode 3840) provide the full range of daily services including shopping, schools, healthcare, and employment, with the Latrobe Regional Hospital in Traralgon being the major health facility for the region. The area suits those who prefer a quieter lifestyle at the edge of the Latrobe Valley's industrial and commercial centres.

Jeeralang Junction 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
11.69 km²
Population Density
50 /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 Station
3 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • Latrobe Valley local services — Morwell / Traralgon 5–15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
148 km
By Train
Drive to Morwell Station then Bairnsdale Line to Flinders Street (approx. 2h 10min by train)
By Car (Peak)
1h 50min–2h 20min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 30min–1h 50min

🛣️ Access via Princes Highway (M1); Morwell is the nearest major service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Jeeralang Junction is a rural locality with no local shops; all errands require driving to Morwell or Traralgon

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
584
▲ 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 Jeeralang Junction. 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 Jeeralang Junction known for? +

Jeeralang Junction is known for its location on the edge of the Jeeralang Hills and proximity to Jeeralang State Forest, making it a quiet rural retreat near the Latrobe Valley's urban centres. The locality is part of the broader West Gippsland region of Victoria.

How far is Jeeralang Junction from Melbourne? +

Jeeralang Junction is approximately 148 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hour 20 minute drive via the Princes Highway.

Does Jeeralang Junction have public transport? +

Jeeralang Junction does not have direct public transport. The nearest train station is Morwell (approximately 3 km away), which is served by V/Line's Bairnsdale Line to Melbourne. Local bus services operate in the Morwell/Traralgon area.

What is the population of Jeeralang Junction? +

According to the 2021 Census, Jeeralang Junction has a population of 584 residents, spread across approximately 12 square kilometres on the southern outskirts of Morwell.

Is Jeeralang Junction a good place to live? +

Jeeralang Junction offers a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle on the edge of the Latrobe Valley with easy access to Morwell and Traralgon's shops, schools, and services. It suits those who prefer nature and space while remaining close to regional urban amenities.

What is the postcode for Jeeralang Junction? +

The postcode for Jeeralang Junction is 3840, which covers Traralgon and the surrounding Latrobe Valley localities in Victoria.

Is Jeeralang Junction a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Jeeralang Junction 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.