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Jeetho

VIC 3945 • Victoria

124
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
20.44 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulSemi-RuralDairy Country
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About Jeetho

Jeetho is a small rural locality in South Gippsland, Victoria, situated in the South Gippsland Shire approximately 125 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. With a 2021 Census population of 124 residents spread across around 20 square kilometres, Jeetho is a quiet agricultural community in the rolling dairy country that characterises this part of Gippsland. The locality sits between the towns of Leongatha to the north-west and Koonwarra to the south, within the fertile Strzelecki Ranges hinterland.

Like much of South Gippsland, Jeetho's economy is anchored in dairy farming and beef grazing, with the region's lush, green pastures supporting productive agriculture year-round. Residents rely on the nearby town of Leongatha for schools, supermarkets, medical services, and community facilities. The broader South Gippsland region is known for its scenic countryside, proximity to Wilsons Promontory National Park, and the Prom Coast, making it popular with those seeking a quieter rural lifestyle within reach of Melbourne.

Jeetho falls under postcode 3945 and is governed by the South Gippsland Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Monash, while state elections fall under the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3945
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.38°, 145.70°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
20.44 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3945

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3945 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$44,250
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,566

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3945; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Leongatha Station
8 km
N/A — drive required

Bus Services

  • Limited rural services — Leongatha ~15 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
125 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest V/Line service at Leongatha (no current rail)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr 15 min via South Gippsland Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Car essential; South Gippsland Highway provides the main route toward Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Jeetho is a dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is needed for all daily errands, typically to Leongatha.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
124
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
326.2 / 100k
2yr Up 15.6% 10yr Up 15.8%
Motor vehicle theft
249.4 / 100k
2yr Up 78.8% 10yr Up 202.7%
Non-FV assault
198.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
460.5 / 100k
2yr Up 153.5% 10yr Up 71.9%
View all offence subgroups for South Gippsland →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jeetho known for? +

Jeetho is a small rural locality in South Gippsland, Victoria, known for its dairy farming and beef grazing country. It sits in the lush hinterland near Leongatha and Koonwarra, in one of Victoria's most productive agricultural regions.

How far is Jeetho from Melbourne? +

Jeetho is approximately 125 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, making it around a 1.5–2 hour drive via the South Gippsland Highway.

Does Jeetho have public transport? +

Jeetho has no public transport services. There is no active passenger rail in the area, and bus services are minimal. A private car is essential for residents.

What is the population of Jeetho? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 124 in Jeetho, making it one of South Gippsland's smaller rural localities, with approximately 45 private dwellings across about 20 square kilometres.

Is Jeetho a good place to live? +

Jeetho suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in South Gippsland's picturesque countryside, within reach of Leongatha's services and the spectacular Wilsons Promontory National Park. It is best suited to farming families and those comfortable with car-dependent rural living.

What is the postcode for Jeetho? +

The postcode for Jeetho, Victoria is 3945, shared with nearby Koonwarra and other localities in the Leongatha area of South Gippsland.

Is Jeetho a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Jeetho is part of the South 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.