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Montgomery

VIC 3851 • Victoria

65
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
12.34 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietAgricultural
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About Montgomery

Montgomery is a small rural locality in Gippsland, eastern Victoria, situated approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Bairnsdale within the Wellington Shire council area. Covering around 12 square kilometres, it occupies the Gippsland plains and is characterised by mixed farming and pastoral land uses. With a population of approximately 65 residents, Montgomery is a quiet agricultural community set within the broader Gippsland region.

The locality is close to the small town of Stratford, approximately 20 kilometres to the west, which offers a primary school, local shops, and community facilities. Bairnsdale, the regional centre of East Gippsland, provides full retail, hospital, and secondary school services within a reasonable drive. Montgomery residents enjoy the rural lifestyle of Gippsland, with access to the Mitchell River, state forests, and the natural landscapes that make this region popular with nature-lovers.

Montgomery falls under postcode 3851 and is governed by the Wellington Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3851
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wellington
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.04°, 147.08°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
12.34 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3851

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3851, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,823
Median 2023–24
$46,324
▲ 19.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,946

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3851; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bairnsdale Station
30 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
270 km
By Train
Drive to Bairnsdale 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) provides main route to Melbourne via Sale

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Montgomery has no local services; a car is required for all daily needs with Stratford and Bairnsdale as the nearest service centres.

🛒 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 Wellington Local Government Area, which contains Montgomery. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
494.7 / 100k
2yr Up 59.5% 10yr Down 28.0%
Motor vehicle theft
191.9 / 100k
2yr Up 84.4% 10yr Up 57.6%
Non-FV assault
432.8 / 100k
2yr Up 10.3% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
577.8 / 100k
2yr Up 81.3% 10yr Up 72.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wellington →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Montgomery known for? +

Montgomery is a quiet farming locality in the Gippsland plains, known for its pastoral landscape and proximity to the Mitchell River valley and Bairnsdale.

How far is Montgomery from Bairnsdale? +

Montgomery is approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Bairnsdale, a drive of around 30 minutes.

Does Montgomery have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Montgomery. Residents use private vehicles for all travel, with V/Line train services available from Bairnsdale.

What is the population of Montgomery? +

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

Is Montgomery a good place to live? +

Montgomery suits farming families and those who value the quiet rural landscapes of Gippsland, with Stratford and Bairnsdale accessible by car for services.

What is the postcode for Montgomery? +

The postcode for Montgomery, VIC is 3851.

Is Montgomery a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Montgomery is part of the Wellington 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.