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Minjah

VIC 3276 • Victoria

65
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
87.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuiet
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About Minjah

Minjah is a small rural locality in south-western Victoria, situated roughly 30 kilometres north of Warrnambool in the Moyne Shire council area. Covering approximately 88 square kilometres, the locality is predominantly agricultural, featuring dairy farming and cropping enterprises typical of the rich volcanic plains of the Western District. With a population of around 65 residents, Minjah is a quiet community well removed from urban services.

The nearest town is Mortlake, approximately 20 kilometres to the north-east, which provides residents with basic supplies, schools, and community facilities. Warrnambool, the major regional city to the south, offers full retail, hospital, and transport services for those willing to make the drive. Life in Minjah is defined by the agricultural calendar, the wide-open volcanic plains, and a small, close-knit community.

Minjah falls under postcode 3276 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
3276
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moyne
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.05°, 142.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
87.57 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3276

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3276 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$52,756
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,640

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3276; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Warrnambool Station
30 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
265 km
By Train
Drive to Warrnambool Station, then V/Line train to Southern Cross (~3 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs 45 min

🛣️ Car essential; Princes Highway (A1) connects to Warrnambool and Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Minjah has no local amenities; residents must drive to Mortlake or Warrnambool for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
65
▲ 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 Minjah. 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 Minjah known for? +

Minjah is known as a quiet dairy farming locality in the Western District of Victoria, set amid the volcanic plains south of Mortlake.

How far is Minjah from Warrnambool? +

Minjah is approximately 30 kilometres north of Warrnambool, a drive of around 30-35 minutes via local roads.

Does Minjah have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Minjah. Residents rely on private vehicles, with the nearest V/Line services available from Warrnambool.

What is the population of Minjah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Minjah has a population of approximately 65 residents.

Is Minjah a good place to live? +

Minjah is well-suited to farming families and those seeking a genuinely rural lifestyle in Victoria's Western District, though all services require a drive to Mortlake or Warrnambool.

What is the postcode for Minjah? +

The postcode for Minjah, VIC is 3276.

Is Minjah a safe area? +

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