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Laang

VIC 3265 • Victoria

115
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
30.73 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuiet
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About Laang

Laang is a small rural locality in south-west Victoria, situated in the Corangamite region approximately 25 kilometres west of Mortlake and within the Corangamite Shire council area. With a population of 115 residents spread across just over 30 square kilometres, Laang is a sparsely settled farming community in the heart of Victoria's volcanic plains. The locality lies within the state electorate of South-West Coast and the federal electorate of Wannon, reflecting its agricultural and regional character.

The surrounding landscape consists of basalt plains and grazing properties, with dairy and beef cattle farming forming the backbone of the local economy. Mortlake is the nearest town offering essential services such as schools, shops, and medical facilities, while the larger regional centres of Camperdown and Warrnambool are accessible by road for more extensive services. Laang offers a tranquil rural lifestyle away from the bustle of larger centres, suited to those with a connection to the land and an appreciation for the wide, open skies of south-west Victoria.

Laang falls under postcode 3265 and is governed by the Moyne Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3265
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moyne
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.18°, 142.95°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
30.73 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3265

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3265 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$55,855
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,474

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3265; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
235 km
By Train
No direct service — drive to Warrnambool Station (~70km) for V/Line trains to Melbourne (~3 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs 30 min – 3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs 15 min – 2 hrs 45 min

🛣️ Access via Hamilton Highway and Princes Highway; Mortlake (25km) is the nearest town for services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote basalt-plain farming locality with no local amenities — 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
115
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
191.1 / 100k
2yr Up 12.2% 10yr Down 37.3%
Motor vehicle theft
84.3 / 100k
2yr Up 35.0% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
118 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 26.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
264.2 / 100k
2yr Up 45.4% 10yr Up 63.8%
View all offence subgroups for Moyne →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Laang known for? +

Laang is a quiet farming locality on Victoria's south-west volcanic plains, known for its open pastoral landscape and agricultural heritage in the heart of the Corangamite region.

How far is Laang from Melbourne? +

Laang is approximately 235 kilometres south-west of Melbourne CBD, typically a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the Hamilton and Princes Highways.

Does Laang have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Laang. A car is essential; the nearest V/Line rail service is at Warrnambool, approximately 70 kilometres to the west.

What is the population of Laang? +

According to the 2021 Census, Laang has a population of 115 residents across approximately 31 square kilometres of south-west Victoria farmland.

Is Laang a good place to live? +

Laang suits those who value remote rural living in a beautiful open-plains landscape, with Mortlake and Camperdown providing nearby services for day-to-day needs.

What is the postcode for Laang? +

The postcode for Laang is 3265, shared with Mortlake and surrounding localities in the Corangamite region.

Is Laang a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Laang is part of the Moyne 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.