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Leongatha North

VIC 3953 • Victoria

141
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.23 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarmingFamily-FriendlyScenic
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About Leongatha North

Leongatha North is a rural locality in South Gippsland, Victoria, located just north of the town of Leongatha and approximately 135 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. With a population of around 141, it is a peaceful farming community set among the rolling green hills of Gippsland's dairy country. The area is part of the South Gippsland Shire and enjoys a temperate maritime climate with reliable rainfall.

Residents of Leongatha North enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle with easy access to the services and amenities of Leongatha township, which offers supermarkets, cafés, a hospital, and schools. The surrounding area is renowned for its dairy farming heritage and scenic landscapes, with Wilsons Promontory National Park and the beaches of Inverloch within a 30-40 minute drive. The locality appeals to families and retirees seeking affordable acreage living close to a well-serviced country town.

Leongatha North falls under postcode 3953 and is governed by the South Gippsland Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Monash, while state elections fall under the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3953
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.46°, 146.00°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.23 km²
Population Density
8 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3953

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3953, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,545
Median 2023–24
$49,294
▲ 18.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,105

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3953; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach — Melbourne (Southern Cross) 2 hr 30 min
  • V/Line coach — Leongatha 5 min

Commute to Melbourne

Distance
135 km
By Train
N/A — V/Line coach to Melbourne via Dandenong (2.5 hrs)
By Bus
2 hr 30 min
By Car (Peak)
2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 40 min

🛣️ Leongatha township is the nearest service centre, about 3 km south. No rail service; V/Line coach connects to the Melbourne rail network.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A rural locality with no footpaths or shops. Leongatha town centre is a short drive away for all services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
141
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
326.2 / 100k
2yr Up 15.6% 10yr Up 15.8%
Motor vehicle theft
249.4 / 100k
2yr Up 78.8% 10yr Up 202.7%
Non-FV assault
198.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
460.5 / 100k
2yr Up 153.5% 10yr Up 71.9%
View all offence subgroups for South Gippsland →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leongatha North known for? +

Leongatha North is a quiet rural locality immediately north of the South Gippsland township of Leongatha, characterised by dairy farming and grazing paddocks. It offers a peaceful rural outlook while being minutes from Leongatha's services.

How far is Leongatha North from Melbourne? +

Leongatha North is approximately 135 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, around a 1 hour 40-50 minute drive via the South Gippsland Highway.

Does Leongatha North have public transport? +

There is no direct public transport to Leongatha North. Leongatha township (adjacent) has V/Line bus services connecting to Melbourne. A car is essential for daily life.

What is the population of Leongatha North? +

According to the 2021 Census, Leongatha North has a population of approximately 141 residents, a very small community on the rural fringe of Leongatha township.

Is Leongatha North a good place to live? +

Leongatha North suits farming families and those seeking affordable rural acreage very close to Leongatha's full range of services, schools, and facilities, within South Gippsland's scenic dairy country.

What is the postcode for Leongatha North? +

The postcode for Leongatha North is 3953.

Is Leongatha North a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Leongatha North is part of the South Gippsland 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.