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Lake Lonsdale

VIC 3381 • Victoria

58
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
62.33 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralLakesideCar-Dependent
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About Lake Lonsdale

Lake Lonsdale is a small rural locality in the Wimmera region of Victoria, situated approximately 280 kilometres north-west of Melbourne near the town of Stawell. Covering around 62 square kilometres, it recorded a 2021 Census population of 58 residents. The locality takes its name from the nearby reservoir that provides water storage for the Wimmera, set in the hilly country at the base of the Grampians Ranges.

Stawell, approximately 10 kilometres away, is the main service centre for residents, offering shopping, schools, and healthcare. The area is well placed for access to the spectacular Grampians National Park, one of Victoria's most visited natural attractions, with its dramatic sandstone ranges, wildflowers, and Aboriginal rock art. A private vehicle is essential; there is no public transport. Lake Lonsdale itself is used for fishing and water recreation by locals and visitors.

Lake Lonsdale falls under postcode 3381 and is governed by the Northern Grampians Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3381
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Northern Grampians
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.99°, 142.72°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
62.33 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3381

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3381 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$47,359
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,605

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3381; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Stawell
10 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • No regular local service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
280 km
By Train
Drive to Stawell station; V/Line Ararat Line to Melbourne Southern Cross (~3 hr)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 45 min - 3 hr

🛣️ Western Highway (Hwy 8) provides main route to Melbourne via Ararat

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural Wimmera locality; car required for almost all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
58
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
331.8 / 100k
2yr Up 23.2% 10yr Down 26.2%
Motor vehicle theft
212.7 / 100k
2yr Up 215.8% 10yr Up 89.3%
Non-FV assault
570 / 100k
2yr Up 38.2% 10yr Up 22.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
263.7 / 100k
2yr Up 141.0% 10yr Down 10.3%
View all offence subgroups for Northern Grampians →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lake Lonsdale known for? +

Lake Lonsdale is known for its reservoir set at the foot of the Grampians Ranges in Victoria's Wimmera, offering fishing and water recreation, with the spectacular Grampians National Park close by.

How far is Lake Lonsdale from Melbourne? +

Lake Lonsdale is approximately 280 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 3 to 3.5 hour drive via the Western Highway.

Does Lake Lonsdale have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Lake Lonsdale. The nearest train station is Stawell, approximately 10 kilometres away, with V/Line services to Melbourne.

What is the population of Lake Lonsdale? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lake Lonsdale has a population of approximately 58 residents in this Wimmera rural locality.

Is Lake Lonsdale a good place to live? +

Lake Lonsdale suits those who enjoy nature, outdoor recreation, and the Grampians, with Stawell's services close by and Melbourne within a comfortable day trip.

What is the postcode for Lake Lonsdale? +

The postcode for Lake Lonsdale is 3381, covering this rural locality in Victoria's Wimmera region near Stawell.

Is Lake Lonsdale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lake Lonsdale is part of the Northern Grampians 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.