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Kariah

VIC 3260 • Victoria

94
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
160.80 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteFarming

About Kariah

Kariah is a sparsely settled rural locality in south-west Victoria within the Shire of Corangamite, situated in the broader Colac-Otway region approximately 40 kilometres west of Colac. With a population of 94 residents spread across approximately 161 square kilometres, it is one of the more remote farming localities in the region, characterised by the wide pastoral and volcanic plains typical of Corangamite Shire. The locality shares postcode 3260 with the regional centre of Camperdown, which lies to the north on the Princes Highway.

Kariah sits amid the agricultural heart of Corangamite Shire, an area known for intensive dairying, wool growing, and cropping on Victoria's South West volcanic plains. The nearby township of Camperdown, approximately 15–20 kilometres to the north, serves as the main service hub, offering supermarkets, schools, a hospital, and community facilities. The broader region is noted for its volcanic crater lakes — including Lake Corangamite, Victoria's largest lake — and access to the Otway Ranges and Great Ocean Road to the south, offering natural attractions for those who value a rural lifestyle with scenic surroundings.

Kariah falls under postcode 3260 and is governed by Corangamite Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3260
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Corangamite
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.21°, 143.24°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
160.80 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Camperdown
18 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No local bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
220 km
By Train
Drive to Camperdown Station; V/Line Warrnambool Line to Southern Cross approx. 2h 30–3h
By Car (Peak)
2h 30–3h 00 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h 15–2h 30 min

🛣️ Princes Highway (A1) is the main road route via Colac and Geelong; Camperdown is the nearest rail hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Kariah is a remote rural locality with no local services; a car is essential, with all amenities in Camperdown approximately 18km away.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.8 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
209.1 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Up 30.6%
Non-FV assault
164.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
253.4 / 100k
2yr Up 137.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Corangamite →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
94
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kariah known for? +

Kariah is a quiet rural locality in Corangamite Shire, best known for its pastoral farming character set amid the volcanic plains of south-west Victoria. The surrounding region is one of Victoria's most productive dairying and cropping areas, and is also home to scenic volcanic crater lakes including Lake Corangamite.

How far is Kariah from Camperdown? +

Kariah is approximately 18 kilometres south of Camperdown, the nearest service town on the Princes Highway, which is roughly a 20-minute drive. Colac is approximately 40 kilometres to the east.

Does Kariah have public transport? +

Kariah has no public transport services. The nearest train station is Camperdown, approximately 18 kilometres away, which is served by V/Line's Warrnambool Line with services to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station. A private vehicle is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Kariah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kariah has a population of 94 residents across approximately 161 square kilometres, within the Shire of Corangamite council area, making it one of the more thinly populated localities in the region.

Is Kariah a good place to live? +

Kariah suits those seeking a remote rural lifestyle on Victoria's productive south-west plains, with access to farming land and natural landscapes. Camperdown provides essential services, while the Otway Ranges and Great Ocean Road are accessible to the south for those who value outdoor recreation and coastal scenery.

What is the postcode for Kariah? +

The postcode for Kariah, Victoria is 3260, which is shared with Camperdown and other localities in the region.

Is Kariah a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kariah is part of the Corangamite 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.