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Moe

VIC 3825 • Rest of VIC

9,375
Population (2021)
$46,904
Median Household Income
18.15 km²
Area
$200/wk
Median Rent
Regional CentreAffordable LivingHistoricNature AccessFamily-Friendly

About Moe

Moe is a town in the Latrobe Valley in the Gippsland region of Victoria, located approximately 130 kilometres east of Melbourne. With a population of around 9,375 (2021 census), it serves as a key service centre for the surrounding Baw Baw Shire. The town has a working-class character with 61% owner-occupied homes, and residents predominantly work in trades occupations. Its name derives from a Kurnai Indigenous word meaning "swamp".

Moe offers affordable living with easy access to the natural attractions of Gippsland, including Mount Baw Baw ski resort (45 km north) and Lake Narracan nearby. The town hosts popular annual events including the Moe Cup horse races and the Moe Jazz Festival, and is home to the recreated historic settlement Old Gippstown. Shopping and services are centred on George Street, and the town suits families and retirees looking for a quieter lifestyle with regional city amenities.

Moe falls under postcode 3825 and is governed by Baw Baw Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Morwell (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3825
Urban Area
Baw Baw
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Morwell (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.18°, 146.25°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
18.15 km²
Elevation
72m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Moe for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$433K
63 sales · ▲ 15.5% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$320K
8 sales · ▲ 32% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$200
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,000
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
46 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
8.4%

294 state housing + 56 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Moe
0.5 km
6 min
Morwell
12 km
V/Line Gippsland Line
Trafalgar
14 km
V/Line Gippsland Line

Bus Services

  • Latrobe Valley Bus Lines — Morwell, Traralgon, Newborough 15-30 min
  • V/Line Coach — Warragul, Drouin 30-45 min

Commute to Melbourne

Distance
130 km
By Train
1h 40min
By Car (Peak)
1h 45min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 30min

🛣️ V/Line Gippsland Line services run regularly; peak express services skip intermediate stations

Walkability Moderate

Town centre is walkable with shops and services on George Street; outer areas are car-dependent

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Albert Street Moe 3825 VIC
  • Woolworths
    Cnr George And Anzac Street Moe 3825 VIC

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.9 / 100k
2yr Up 42.1% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
231.3 / 100k
2yr Up 100.4% 10yr Up 40.8%
Non-FV assault
313.7 / 100k
2yr Down 11.5% 10yr Up 33.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
733.7 / 100k
2yr Up 83.1% 10yr Up 33.0%
View all offence subgroups for Baw Baw →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,778
Census 2021
9,375
▲ 6.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$24,128
Personal Income 2021
$28,132
▲ 16.6% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$28,132 / yr
$541/wk
Household
$46,904 / yr
$902/wk
Family
$68,224 / yr
$1312/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,130
Born Overseas 1,334

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 288
  • 2. Philippines 108
  • 3. New Zealand 99
  • 4. Netherlands 98
  • 5. Germany 87
  • 6. Malta 58
  • 7. Scotland 58
  • 8. Italy 39
  • 9. China 37
  • 10. India 25

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 3,632
English 3,507
Scottish 925
Irish 860
German 407
Dutch 347
Maltese 252
Australian Aboriginal 245
Italian 238
Filipino 136

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,458
Both parents born in Australia
1,965
Both parents born overseas
1,034
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.6%
Christianity
41.4%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.3%
Hinduism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
442 (4.7%)
5-14 years
1,029 (11.0%)
15-19 years
445 (4.7%)
20-24 years
477 (5.1%)
25-34 years
1,155 (12.3%)
35-44 years
967 (10.3%)
45-54 years
1,108 (11.8%)
55-64 years
1,334 (14.2%)
65-74 years
1,398 (14.9%)
75-84 years
751 (8.0%)
85+ years
267 (2.8%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moe known for? +

Moe is known as a Latrobe Valley town with strong working-class roots tied to the brown coal power industry. The town is undergoing urban renewal and offers affordable housing, good rail connections, and proximity to the Latrobe Valley's natural attractions.

How far is Moe from Melbourne? +

Moe is approximately 130 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, around a 1 hour 30-40 minute drive via the Princes Highway. Moe station provides Traralgon Line train services to Melbourne Southern Cross in approximately 1 hour 30-40 minutes.

Does Moe have public transport? +

Moe station on the V/Line Traralgon Line provides regular train services to Melbourne Southern Cross, making it one of the better-connected regional towns in Gippsland for CBD access.

What is the population of Moe? +

According to the 2021 Census, Moe has a population of approximately 9,375 residents, with a community that has experienced some decline as the power generation industry has contracted but is showing signs of renewal.

Is Moe a good place to live? +

Moe offers very affordable housing with direct train access to Melbourne, making it attractive for budget-conscious commuters and families. Urban renewal projects are improving the town centre, and proximity to the Strzelecki Ranges and Gippsland's natural areas adds lifestyle appeal.

What is the postcode for Moe? +

The postcode for Moe is 3825.

What is the average income in Moe? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Moe is about $541 per week (around $28,100 per year). The median household income is $902 per week and the median family income is $1,312 per week.

What is the median house price in Moe? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $433,000, up 15.5% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $320,000, up 32% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Moe? +

The median age in Moe is 46. The largest age group is 65–74 (1,398 residents, around 15%). Around 20% of residents are under 20 and about 26% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Moe a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Moe is part of the Baw Baw 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.

How much is rent in Moe? +

In Moe, the median weekly rent is $200, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,000 (2021 Census).