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Krowera

VIC 3945 • Victoria

134
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
24.50 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordableSemi-Rural
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About Krowera

Krowera is a small rural locality in Bass Coast Shire in Victoria, situated in the South Gippsland region approximately 100 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. With a population of around 134 residents spread across 24.5 square kilometres, the locality is characterised by gently rolling farmland and a quiet, settled farming community. The area is sparsely populated and largely given over to agriculture, particularly grazing and mixed farming typical of the Bass Coast hinterland.

Life in Krowera revolves around the land, with residents enjoying the peaceful rural atmosphere and open landscapes of the South Gippsland countryside. The nearby towns of Wonthaggi and Leongatha provide access to supermarkets, schools, medical services, and other amenities. The locality suits those who value privacy, space, and a genuine country lifestyle within reasonable reach of coastal towns such as Inverloch and Cape Paterson on the Bass Coast.

Krowera falls under postcode 3945 and is governed by the Bass Coast 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
Bass Coast
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
24.50 km²
Population Density
5 /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

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Wonthaggi / Leongatha Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Leongatha then V/Line to Flinders Street (approx. 2 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 1 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min - 1 hr 40 min

🛣️ Car essential; South Gippsland Highway is the main route to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands; there are no local shops or services within walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
134
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
385.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 18.3%
Motor vehicle theft
160.2 / 100k
2yr Up 66.9% 10yr Up 41.1%
Non-FV assault
259.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
2.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 62.3%
Steal from vehicle
349.7 / 100k
2yr Up 24.5% 10yr Down 13.3%
View all offence subgroups for Bass Coast →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Krowera known for? +

Krowera is a quiet agricultural locality in South Gippsland, known for its farming land, open rural landscapes, and peaceful character typical of the Bass Coast hinterland.

How far is Krowera from Melbourne CBD? +

Krowera is approximately 100 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, making it roughly a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the South Gippsland Highway.

Does Krowera have public transport? +

Krowera has no rail service; the nearest train station is Leongatha on the V/Line Gippsland line, approximately 25 kilometres away. A car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Krowera? +

Krowera has a population of approximately 134 residents, making it one of the smaller rural localities in the Bass Coast Shire region of Victoria.

Is Krowera a good place to live? +

Krowera suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with plenty of open space. While amenities are limited locally, nearby towns such as Wonthaggi and Leongatha provide everyday services, and the coast is easily accessible.

What is the postcode for Krowera? +

The postcode for Krowera, Victoria is 3945.

Is Krowera a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Krowera is part of the Bass Coast 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.