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Mardan

VIC 3953 • Victoria

248
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
59.80 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFamily-Friendly
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About Mardan

Mardan is a small rural locality in South Gippsland, Victoria, situated approximately 130 kilometres south-east of Melbourne near the towns of Leongatha and Korumburra. With a population of around 248 residents spread across nearly 60 square kilometres of rolling farmland, it is one of the many quiet agricultural communities that define the Gippsland hinterland. The area is characterised by lush green pastures, dairy and beef farming, and a deeply rural character that has changed little over the decades.

Life in Mardan revolves around farming, community ties, and the natural beauty of South Gippsland. Residents enjoy access to nearby towns like Leongatha, which offers supermarkets, schools, and health services, while the broader region is known for its scenic drives, local produce, and proximity to the Great Southern Rail Trail. The community is tight-knit, with many families having farmed the land for generations, and the area attracts those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle away from city pressures.

Mardan 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
59.80 km²
Population Density
4 /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

Nearest Train Stations

Leongatha Station
12 km
N/A (drive)

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
~2 hr from Leongatha to Flinders Street
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Access via South Gippsland Highway; V/Line train from nearby Leongatha

Walkability Car-Dependent

Very rural locality; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
248
▲ 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 Mardan. 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

Where is Mardan located? +

Mardan is a rural locality in South Gippsland, Victoria, about 130 km south-east of Melbourne, near the town of Leongatha.

What is the population of Mardan? +

Mardan has a population of approximately 248 people, according to 2021 Census data.

How do you get to Mardan from Melbourne? +

Mardan is approximately a 1 hour 45 minute drive from Melbourne via the South Gippsland Highway. The nearest V/Line train station is in Leongatha, about 12 km away.

Is Mardan a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mardan 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.