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Mailors Flat

VIC 3275 • Victoria

490
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
16.13 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffluentFamily-Friendly
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About Mailors Flat

Mailors Flat is a small rural locality in Victoria's Western District, situated approximately 10 kilometres north of Warrnambool within the Shire of Moyne. With a population of around 490 people, the area is known for its gently rolling farmland, large residential blocks, and close proximity to the services of Warrnambool without the density of suburban living. The locality is named after Robert Mailor, who established a pastoral run here in 1842, and it sits near Warrnambool Airport on its western edge.

Mailors Flat attracts residents who want the best of both worlds: a rural lifestyle on a generous allotment with easy access to Warrnambool's shops, schools, hospitals, and beach. The area has historically recorded some of the highest median incomes in Victoria's Western District, reflecting its appeal to successful business owners and professionals who appreciate the acreage lifestyle while remaining connected to the regional city. The community is quiet and family-oriented, with residents enjoying the open countryside, local sporting clubs, and the natural beauty of south-west Victoria.

Mailors Flat falls under postcode 3275 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
3275
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moyne
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.30°, 142.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
16.13 km²
Population Density
30 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3275

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3275 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$53,836
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,840

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3275; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Warrnambool Station
12 km
Not walkable

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
265 km
By Train
~3 hrs 30 min via V/Line from Warrnambool Station
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs - 3 hrs 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs 45 min - 3 hrs

🛣️ Car to Warrnambool Station for V/Line train to Melbourne; Hamilton Highway also provides regional access

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality; car required for all amenities; Warrnambool 10 km away for full services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
490
▲ 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 Mailors Flat. 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

Where is Mailors Flat VIC located? +

Mailors Flat is a rural locality 10 km north of Warrnambool in Victoria's Western District, within the Shire of Moyne.

What is the population of Mailors Flat? +

Mailors Flat has a population of approximately 490 people, spread across acreage and rural-residential properties.

Why do people move to Mailors Flat? +

Mailors Flat is popular with professionals and business owners from Warrnambool who want a larger block and a rural lifestyle without being too far from city services. It has historically been one of the highest-income localities in Victoria's Western District.

How far is Mailors Flat from Melbourne? +

Mailors Flat is approximately 265 km from Melbourne, about 3 hours by car or 3.5 hours by V/Line train from Warrnambool Station.

Is Mailors Flat a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mailors Flat 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.