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Johnsonville

VIC 3902 • Victoria

326
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
22.80 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralLakesideRiversideQuietCommuter Belt
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About Johnsonville

Johnsonville is a small rural locality in the East Gippsland Shire, situated along the Princes Highway approximately 19 kilometres east of Bairnsdale and 18 kilometres west of Lakes Entrance in Victoria's Gippsland region. The locality covers around 23 square kilometres and, according to the 2021 Census, is home to approximately 326 residents spread across 138 dwellings. Johnsonville has a quiet, semi-rural character shaped by its position between two Gippsland Lakes regional centres and its proximity to the Mitchell River and surrounding farmland.

The locality sits on the doorstep of the spectacular Gippsland Lakes — Australia's largest inland waterway system — offering residents easy access to boating, fishing, and water-based recreation. Johnsonville's community is small but tight-knit, with its rural setting on the Princes Highway providing convenient access to the shops, services, and hospital facilities of Bairnsdale. The surrounding East Gippsland landscape, including the Mitchell River National Park and the famous Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park, makes the area well suited to those who value nature, quiet living, and a strong regional community spirit.

Johnsonville falls under postcode 3902 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
3902
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
East Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.80°, 147.81°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
22.80 km²
Population Density
14 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3902

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3902 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$44,880
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$50,925

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3902; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bairnsdale Station
19 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • Local regional services — Bairnsdale / Lakes Entrance 25-35 min to Bairnsdale

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
280 km
By Train
Drive to Bairnsdale Station (~19km), then Gippsland Line train to Melbourne (~3.5 hours)
By Car (Peak)
3 to 3.5 hours via Princes Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 to 3.5 hours

🛣️ Located on the Princes Highway; Bairnsdale is the nearest service hub with train access to Melbourne. Car is the primary means of transport for locals.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Johnsonville is a rural locality with no walkable commercial centre; all shopping, services, and amenities require a car trip to Bairnsdale or Lakes Entrance.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
326
▲ 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 Johnsonville. 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 Johnsonville known for? +

Johnsonville is known for its position at the gateway to the Gippsland Lakes, Australia's largest inland waterway, making it popular with boating, fishing, and kayaking enthusiasts. The locality's rural character and Princes Highway location offer a quiet lifestyle between the regional centres of Bairnsdale and Lakes Entrance.

How far is Johnsonville from Melbourne CBD? +

Johnsonville is approximately 280 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, making it around a 3 to 3.5 hour drive along the Princes Highway through the heart of Gippsland.

Does Johnsonville have public transport? +

Johnsonville has limited public transport options. The nearest train station is Bairnsdale (approximately 19km west), which connects to Melbourne via the Gippsland Line. Regional bus services link to Bairnsdale and Lakes Entrance, but a car is the most practical means of transport for residents.

What is the population of Johnsonville? +

According to the 2021 Census, Johnsonville has a population of approximately 326 residents across 138 dwellings. It is a small, sparsely settled rural locality within the East Gippsland Shire.

Is Johnsonville a good place to live? +

Johnsonville suits those who value rural tranquillity, outdoor recreation, and proximity to the Gippsland Lakes. While amenities are minimal within the locality itself, the nearby towns of Bairnsdale and Lakes Entrance provide essential services, and the natural beauty of East Gippsland is hard to match.

What is the postcode for Johnsonville? +

The postcode for Johnsonville, Victoria is 3902.

Is Johnsonville a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Johnsonville 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.