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Mepunga

VIC 3277 • Victoria

36
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
12.58 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSmall CommunityCoastal Hinterland
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About Mepunga

Mepunga is a small rural locality in the Shire of Moyne, south-west Victoria, situated approximately 243 kilometres west of Melbourne and 23 kilometres south-east of Warrnambool. Nestled in the fertile volcanic plains of the Western District near the Shipwreck Coast, the area covers around 12.6 square kilometres. With a population of just 36 people recorded in the 2021 census, it is a quiet and tightly-knit farming community. The traditional custodians of this land are the Eastern Maar people.

The locality is primarily agricultural, with sheep and cattle grazing and cropping operations dominating the landscape. A Uniting Church stands as a historic landmark in the community. Residents are within easy reach of Warrnambool's full range of shops, schools, healthcare and dining, while the nearby Great Ocean Road corridor offers spectacular coastal scenery and tourism attractions. Life here suits those seeking a deeply rural lifestyle with wide open spaces and a strong connection to the land.

Mepunga falls under postcode 3277 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
3277
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moyne
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.39°, 142.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
12.58 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3277

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3277, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$48,661
Median 2023–24
$56,681
▲ 16.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,651

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3277; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited school bus services — Warrnambool approx. 30 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
243 km
By Train
N/A
By Bus
N/A
By Car (Peak)
approx. 3 hr 10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 2 hr 50 min

🛣️ Warrnambool (23km, ~20 min by car) is the nearest major service centre; V/Line train from Warrnambool to Melbourne approx. 3 hr 20 min

Walkability Car-Dependent

Extremely car-dependent rural locality with no footpaths, shops, or public transport within walking distance.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
36
▲ 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 Mepunga. 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

What is Mepunga known for? +

Mepunga is a tiny rural locality in the Western District of Victoria's Moyne Shire, characterised by the flat volcanic plains landscape used predominantly for dairy farming and grazing. It is a very quiet, remote community near Port Fairy.

How far is Mepunga from Port Fairy? +

Mepunga is approximately 20-25 kilometres east of Port Fairy, and about 243 kilometres west of Melbourne via the Princes Highway.

Does Mepunga have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Mepunga. The nearest services are accessed in Warrnambool or Port Fairy. A car is essential.

What is the population of Mepunga? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mepunga has a population of just 36 residents, one of the smallest localities in Victoria's Moyne Shire.

Is Mepunga a good place to live? +

Mepunga suits farming families with property in the Western District, within reach of Port Fairy and Warrnambool's services. The beautiful coastal and pastoral landscape of south-west Victoria is its main attraction.

What is the postcode for Mepunga? +

The postcode for Mepunga is 3277.

Is Mepunga a safe area? +

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