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Maude

VIC 3331 • Victoria

211
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
35.65 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietAgriculturalCar-DependentCommuter Belt
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About Maude

Maude is a quiet rural locality in Victoria's Golden Plains Shire, situated approximately 28 kilometres south-west of Geelong and about 92 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. The small community of 211 residents (2021 Census) is spread across roughly 36 square kilometres of pastoral farmland, with a character defined by open grazing land and the rolling terrain of south-western Victoria. The area falls within the Golden Plains Shire council, an extensive rural shire stretching between Geelong and Ballarat.

Maude's appeal lies in its quiet, pastoral setting within easy reach of Geelong's services and the Surf Coast's popular beaches. The locality has a long history of farming activity — Maude Post Office opened in 1862 and closed in 1951, a reminder of its earlier settlement era. Residents enjoy the open countryside character, with Geelong providing schooling, shopping, healthcare, and employment. The broader region's proximity to the Great Ocean Road and Surf Coast makes it particularly attractive for those who value rural living without being too far from urban conveniences.

Maude falls under postcode 3331 and is governed by the Golden Plains Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Corangamite, while state elections fall under the Geelong (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3331
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Golden Plains
Federal Electorate
Corangamite
State Electorate
Geelong (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.05°, 144.19°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
35.65 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3331

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3331, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$51,197
Median 2023–24
$60,334
▲ 17.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,196

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3331; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Winchelsea Station
18 km
N/A – car required

Bus Services

  • No local bus service — No scheduled services in Maude N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
92 km
By Train
Drive to Winchelsea or South Geelong Station, then V/Line to Southern Cross; total approx 1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 40 min
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 45 min via Princes Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Geelong (28km) provides full regional services; Princes Highway is the main route

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no shops or services locally; all errands require driving to Geelong or nearby towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
211
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
189.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 57.4%
Motor vehicle theft
130.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.1%
Non-FV assault
63.3 / 100k
2yr Up 16.6% 10yr Down 22.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
174.9 / 100k
2yr Up 29.0% 10yr Down 31.2%
View all offence subgroups for Golden Plains →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maude known for? +

Maude is known for its quiet pastoral character in Victoria's Golden Plains Shire, with a long agricultural history dating back to the 1860s and a serene rural setting within reasonable reach of Geelong.

How far is Maude from Geelong? +

Maude is approximately 28 kilometres south-west of Geelong, a drive of around 25 to 35 minutes, making Geelong the primary centre for shopping, schools, healthcare, and employment.

Does Maude have public transport? +

Maude has no local public transport. The nearest V/Line train station is Winchelsea (approximately 18km away) on the Warrnambool Line, and private vehicle travel is essential for all local errands.

What is the population of Maude? +

According to the 2021 Census, Maude has a population of 211 residents, a very small community characteristic of the dispersed farming settlements of Victoria's south-western plains.

Is Maude a good place to live? +

Maude suits those seeking affordable rural land with a peaceful lifestyle, close enough to Geelong's services and the Surf Coast's beaches to enjoy the best of both worlds.

What is the postcode for Maude? +

The postcode for Maude, Victoria is 3331.

Is Maude a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Maude is part of the Golden Plains 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.