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Larpent

VIC 3249 • Victoria

200
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
51.48 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCar-Dependent
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About Larpent

Larpent is a small rural locality situated on the Princes Highway and railway line, approximately 8 kilometres west of Colac in south-west Victoria, within the Colac Otway Shire. The locality spans around 51 square kilometres of productive agricultural land and is home to approximately 200 residents. Named after the English sailing ship Larpent, which brought settlers to the region in 1849, the area has a long history of farming and grazing that continues today.

The surrounding landscape is characterised by lush green pastures supporting dairy and beef cattle, along with broadacre cropping, reflecting the fertile volcanic soils of the Colac district. Residents rely on the nearby town of Colac for shopping, schooling, healthcare, and other services, with the Princes Highway providing straightforward access. Larpent suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with the convenience of a regional centre just minutes away.

Larpent falls under postcode 3249 and is governed by the Colac Otway Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3249
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Colac Otway
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.39°, 143.56°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
51.48 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3249

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3249 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$49,010
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,254

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3249; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Colac Railway Station
8 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus — Colac (8 km by car) N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
159 km
By Train
Drive to Colac Station, then V/Line Warrnambool Line to Southern Cross (~2 hr)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 40 min

🛣️ Princes Highway (A1) runs through the locality; Colac is the nearest service hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Larpent is a dispersed rural locality with no shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
200
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
250.7 / 100k
2yr Up 11.7% 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
89.5 / 100k
2yr Up 81.3% 10yr Down 23.5%
Non-FV assault
259.6 / 100k
2yr Down 18.6% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
308.9 / 100k
2yr Up 67.8% 10yr Up 11.8%
View all offence subgroups for Colac Otway →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Larpent known for? +

Larpent is known for its productive dairy and beef cattle farming, set on the fertile volcanic plains of south-west Victoria. The locality is named after the English sailing ship Larpent, which brought early settlers to the Colac district in 1849.

How far is Larpent from Melbourne? +

Larpent is approximately 159 kilometres south-west of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 1 hour 45 minute drive via the Princes Highway (A1).

Does Larpent have public transport? +

Larpent has no regular bus or train service within the locality itself. The nearest railway station is Colac, about 8 kilometres away, which is served by V/Line trains on the Warrnambool Line to Melbourne.

What is the population of Larpent? +

Larpent has a small population of approximately 200 residents, reflecting its character as a quiet rural farming locality spread across around 51 square kilometres of agricultural land.

Is Larpent a good place to live? +

Larpent suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle close to a regional centre, with Colac just 8 kilometres away offering shops, schools, and healthcare. It is ideal for farming families and those who value space, quiet, and a tight-knit rural community.

What is the postcode for Larpent? +

The postcode for Larpent, Victoria is 3249.

Is Larpent a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Larpent is part of the Colac Otway 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.