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Monomeith

VIC 3984 • Victoria

69
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.79 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-RuralAffordable
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About Monomeith

Monomeith is a small rural locality in Victoria's South Gippsland region, situated approximately 67 kilometres south-east of Melbourne within the Shire of Cardinia. Spanning just under 19 square kilometres, the locality lies near the township of Koo Wee Rup on Victoria's south-eastern fringe, in an area known for its market gardening and low-lying farmland. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 69 residents, and median household income for the postcode area is around $43,400. Housing consists of rural residential properties and farmsteads scattered across the flat agricultural landscape.

Monomeith sits in the heart of Cardinia Shire's farming belt, with market gardens and broad-acre agriculture defining the character of the area. The South Gippsland Highway passes through the broader locality, connecting residents to the services and facilities of Koo Wee Rup, the nearest service town. The broader Cardinia Shire region offers access to the Westernport Bay coastline, Bunyip State Park, and the growing outer-metropolitan corridor along the South Gippsland corridor. The locality has a quiet, agricultural character with a heritage connection to the region's World War II airfield history.

Monomeith falls under postcode 3984 and is governed by the Cardinia Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Monash, while state elections fall under the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3984
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cardinia
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.31°, 145.56°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.79 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3984

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3984, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,394
Median 2023–24
$54,911
▲ 26.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,522

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3984; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Koo Wee Rup
5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Koo Wee Rup / Pakenham approx. 15–30 min to Pakenham

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
67 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest V/Line station is Pakenham (approx. 35 km away)
By Car (Peak)
approx. 75–100 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 60–75 min

🛣️ South Gippsland Highway connects to EastLink and CityLink for Melbourne access. Pakenham station on the Gippsland line is the nearest rail option.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no local shops; car travel to Koo Wee Rup or Pakenham is necessary for all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
69
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
284.4 / 100k
2yr Up 33.2% 10yr Down 46.9%
Motor vehicle theft
277.7 / 100k
2yr Up 91.6% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
193.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 17.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.2 / 100k
2yr Up 65.4% 10yr Up 27.1%
Steal from vehicle
860.6 / 100k
2yr Up 108.1% 10yr Up 21.7%
View all offence subgroups for Cardinia →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Monomeith known for? +

Monomeith is known as a quiet agricultural locality in Cardinia Shire's farming belt, situated near Koo Wee Rup in the South Gippsland region. The area has a historical connection to a World War II military airfield constructed in 1942 for the air defence of Melbourne.

How far is Monomeith from Melbourne CBD? +

Monomeith is approximately 67 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD, making it roughly a 60 to 100 minute drive depending on traffic, via the South Gippsland Highway and EastLink.

Does Monomeith have public transport? +

Monomeith has very limited public transport. There is no passenger rail service in the immediate area; the nearest V/Line train station is Pakenham, approximately 35 kilometres away. A car is the most practical way to travel from Monomeith.

What is the population of Monomeith? +

According to the 2021 Census, Monomeith has a population of 69 residents across approximately 19 square kilometres of flat, low-lying farmland in the Shire of Cardinia.

Is Monomeith a good place to live? +

Monomeith suits those seeking a rural lifestyle within a reasonable distance of Melbourne's outer suburbs. Koo Wee Rup provides everyday services nearby, and the broader region offers access to coastal areas and state parks, though a car is essential for all daily activities.

What is the postcode for Monomeith? +

The postcode for Monomeith, Victoria is 3984.

Is Monomeith a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Monomeith is part of the Cardinia 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.