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Longwarry North

VIC 3816 • Victoria

230
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
9.62 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralCommuter BeltAffordableQuiet
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About Longwarry North

Longwarry North is a small rural locality in the Shire of Baw Baw, south-east Victoria, situated approximately 85 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD. Covering around 9.6 square kilometres, it adjoins the township of Longwarry and shares its agricultural character. The locality has a population of approximately 230, drawn largely by its affordable land and semi-rural lifestyle within commuting range of the outer south-east metropolitan fringe.

The area is characterised by flat to gently rolling pastoral land, with farming and hobby farms forming the backbone of the local landscape. The nearby township of Longwarry provides access to a primary school, local shops, and the Longwarry railway station on the Gippsland Line, offering a direct train connection to Melbourne's CBD in approximately 80 minutes. The Princes Freeway passes close by, making road access straightforward. For those seeking a quiet rural setting with a viable Melbourne commute, Longwarry North represents an affordable and practical lifestyle choice.

Longwarry North falls under postcode 3816 and is governed by the Baw Baw 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
3816
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.04°, 145.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
9.62 km²
Population Density
24 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3816

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3816, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,374
Median 2023–24
$56,850
▲ 25.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$65,710

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3816; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Longwarry Station
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Warragul / Drouin Variable

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
85 km
By Train
Approx. 80 min from Longwarry Station via Gippsland Line to Flinders Street
By Car (Peak)
1h 20min – 1h 50min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h – 1h 20min

🛣️ Princes Freeway (M1) provides direct road access to Melbourne; Longwarry Station nearby for V/Line commuters

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

The locality has no shops or services; residents depend on nearby Longwarry township or private transport for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
230
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.9 / 100k
2yr Up 42.1% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
231.3 / 100k
2yr Up 100.4% 10yr Up 40.8%
Non-FV assault
313.7 / 100k
2yr Down 11.5% 10yr Up 33.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
733.7 / 100k
2yr Up 83.1% 10yr Up 33.0%
View all offence subgroups for Baw Baw →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Longwarry North known for? +

Longwarry North is known as a quiet pastoral locality adjoining the town of Longwarry in Baw Baw Shire. It offers an affordable rural lifestyle in the outer south-east of Melbourne's commuter belt, with access to the Gippsland Line rail service nearby.

How far is Longwarry North from Melbourne CBD? +

Longwarry North is approximately 85 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD, around a 1 to 1.5 hour drive depending on traffic.

Does Longwarry North have public transport? +

The locality itself has no public transport, but the nearby Longwarry railway station (approximately 2.5 km away) offers V/Line Gippsland Line services to Melbourne's Flinders Street Station in approximately 80 minutes.

What is the population of Longwarry North? +

Longwarry North has a population of approximately 230 residents according to the 2021 Census, spread across a compact 9.6 square kilometre area of pastoral land.

Is Longwarry North a good place to live? +

Longwarry North suits those seeking affordable semi-rural living within reach of Melbourne via the Gippsland rail line. It offers space, quiet, and a country lifestyle, though all services and shopping require travel to nearby Longwarry or Drouin.

What is the postcode for Longwarry North? +

The postcode for Longwarry North, VIC is 3816.

Is Longwarry North a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Longwarry North is part of the Baw Baw 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.