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Kalimna

VIC 3909 • Rest of VIC

1,350
Population (2021)
$54,860
Median Household Income
7.74 km²
Area
$280/wk
Median Rent
RetirementLakesideRegionalAffordableScenic

About Kalimna

Kalimna is a small residential locality adjacent to Lakes Entrance in the East Gippsland region of Victoria, approximately 320 kilometres east of Melbourne. Home to around 1,350 residents across 7.7 square kilometres, it has an older demographic with a median age of 54, reflecting its popularity with retirees. The community is predominantly Australian-born with English and Australian heritage.

Perched on elevated land overlooking the Gippsland Lakes system, Kalimna offers a relaxed coastal-rural lifestyle with stunning water views and easy access to Lakes Entrance's beaches, fishing, and boating. The area is popular with retirees and holiday-home owners drawn by the natural beauty and affordable property prices. Residents rely on Lakes Entrance for shopping, dining, and medical services, which are just a short drive away.

Kalimna falls under postcode 3909 and is governed by East Gippsland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3909
Urban Area
East Gippsland
LGA / Council
East Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.87°, 147.96°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
7.74 km²
Elevation
47m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Kalimna for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$470K
11 sales · ▼ 19% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$280
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,256
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
54 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.1%

6 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line Coach — Lakes Entrance to Bairnsdale (connecting train to Melbourne) 40 min to Bairnsdale

Commute to Lakes Entrance

Distance
4 km
By Train
No train — V/Line coach to Bairnsdale then train to Melbourne (4.5 hrs total)
By Bus
5-10 min to Lakes Entrance
By Car (Peak)
5 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 min

🛣️ Bairnsdale (35 km west) is the nearest V/Line train station. Melbourne is approximately 3.5 hours by car.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Hilly residential area with no local shops — car essential for all errands and services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the East Gippsland Local Government Area, which contains Kalimna. 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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,249
Census 2021
1,350
▲ 8.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$25,844
Personal Income 2021
$28,964
▲ 12.1% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$28,964 / yr
$557/wk
Household
$54,860 / yr
$1055/wk
Family
$70,616 / yr
$1358/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,028
Born Overseas 159

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 48
  • 2. India 12
  • 3. Italy 11
  • 4. Scotland 11
  • 5. Germany 8
  • 6. Philippines 8
  • 7. Netherlands 7
  • 8. New Zealand 7
  • 9. Egypt 4
  • 10. Ireland 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 583
Australian 516
Scottish 139
Irish 132
German 57
Italian 49
Dutch 40
Australian Aboriginal 24
Maltese 13
Chinese 11

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

850
Both parents born in Australia
219
Both parents born overseas
137
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
45.3%
Christianity
39.4%
Buddhism
0.5%
Sikhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
47 (3.5%)
5-14 years
128 (9.5%)
15-19 years
80 (5.9%)
20-24 years
51 (3.8%)
25-34 years
111 (8.2%)
35-44 years
110 (8.1%)
45-54 years
161 (11.9%)
55-64 years
208 (15.4%)
65-74 years
251 (18.6%)
75-84 years
152 (11.3%)
85+ years
65 (4.8%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kalimna known for? +

Kalimna is known for its elevated position overlooking the Gippsland Lakes system, with stunning water views and easy access to Lakes Entrance's beaches, fishing, and boating. It has a relaxed, retirement-friendly atmosphere.

How far is Kalimna from Melbourne? +

Kalimna is approximately 320 kilometres east of Melbourne, roughly a 3.5-4 hour drive via the Princes Highway through Gippsland.

Does Kalimna have public transport? +

Kalimna has limited public transport access. V/Line coach services connect Lakes Entrance (the nearby town) to Bairnsdale, which has train services to Melbourne. A car is essential for most daily needs.

What is the population of Kalimna? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kalimna has a population of approximately 1,350 residents, making it a small, close-knit community adjacent to the larger Lakes Entrance township.

Is Kalimna a good place to live? +

Kalimna is ideal for retirees and those seeking a relaxed coastal-rural lifestyle with stunning lake views, boating and fishing on the doorstep, and the tourist amenities of Lakes Entrance close by.

What is the postcode for Kalimna? +

The postcode for Kalimna is 3909.

What is the average income in Kalimna? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Kalimna is about $557 per week (around $29,000 per year). The median household income is $1,055 per week and the median family income is $1,358 per week.

What is the median house price in Kalimna? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $470,000, down 19% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Kalimna? +

The median age in Kalimna is 54. The largest age group is 65–74 (251 residents, around 19%). Around 19% of residents are under 20 and about 35% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Kalimna a safe area? +

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

How much is rent in Kalimna? +

In Kalimna, the median weekly rent is $280, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,256 (2021 Census).