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Kardella

VIC 3951 • Victoria

169
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
15.21 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralPeacefulHistoricAgricultural
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About Kardella

Kardella is a quiet rural locality in South Gippsland, Victoria, situated within the South Gippsland Council area approximately 130 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. With a small population of 169 residents spread across 15 square kilometres of predominantly farming land, the community retains the intimate character typical of South Gippsland's pastoral hinterland. The locality lies near the township of Kongwak and is within easy reach of Korumburra, the main service centre for the region.

Kardella holds a modest but notable place in local heritage — the Kardella Avenue of Honour and Boer War Memorial Oak Trees on Kardella-Fairbank Road are listed heritage sites within the South Gippsland Heritage Study. The surrounding landscape is defined by rolling green hills, dairy farms, and the rich agricultural character of the South Gippsland plains. Those drawn to the area typically value the peacefulness, affordable rural land, and the slower pace of country life, with the coastal town of Inverloch and Phillip Island accessible within an hour's drive.

Kardella falls under postcode 3951 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
3951
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.47°, 145.80°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
15.21 km²
Population Density
11 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3951

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3951 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$44,936
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,014

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3951; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Korumburra
11 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Korumburra / Leongatha Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
No direct service — drive to Korumburra for V/Line to Melbourne (approx. 2 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hrs 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ South Gippsland Highway provides main access; limited public transport in this rural locality

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Kardella is a rural farming locality with no local shops or services — a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
169
▲ 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 Kardella. 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 Kardella known for? +

Kardella is known for its rural pastoral character in South Gippsland and its heritage-listed Avenue of Honour and Boer War Memorial Oak Trees along Kardella-Fairbank Road, recognised in the South Gippsland Heritage Study.

How far is Kardella from Melbourne? +

Kardella is approximately 130 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 1 hour 30 minute to 2 hour drive via the South Gippsland Highway.

Does Kardella have public transport? +

There is no public transport servicing Kardella directly. The nearest V/Line train station is Korumburra, approximately 11 kilometres away, which provides rail connections to Melbourne. A car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Kardella? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kardella has a population of 169 residents across approximately 54 dwellings, making it a very small rural locality in South Gippsland.

Is Kardella a good place to live? +

Kardella suits those seeking a quiet, affordable rural lifestyle in the South Gippsland region. It offers peaceful farming land and easy access to nearby towns like Korumburra and Leongatha, though residents need a car for all daily errands and services.

What is the postcode for Kardella? +

The postcode for Kardella, VIC is 3951.

Is Kardella a safe area? +

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