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Mooralla

VIC 3314 • Victoria

79
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
238.65 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemotePeaceful
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About Mooralla

Mooralla is a large, sparsely settled rural locality in the Southern Grampians Shire of western Victoria, approximately 330 kilometres west of Melbourne. At nearly 239 square kilometres, it is one of the more expansive localities in the region, yet recorded a 2021 Census population of just 79 residents across 30 dwellings, reflecting the wide open sheep and cattle grazing country that characterises this part of the Western District. The locality falls within the federal electorate of Wannon and lies in the broader Glenelg–Southern Grampians region.

Mooralla's landscape is defined by rolling pastoral plains and open skies typical of Victoria's western interior, with farming — primarily sheep and cattle grazing — forming the foundation of local life. The nearest service towns are Coleraine, approximately 30 kilometres to the north-east, and Casterton, around 30 kilometres to the west, both of which offer supermarkets, schools, and basic services. Hamilton, the regional centre of the Southern Grampians, lies approximately 55 kilometres to the north-east and provides a full range of services including a hospital, secondary schools, and a commercial centre. The nearby Grampians National Park to the north-east draws visitors and provides outdoor recreation opportunities for residents of the broader region.

Mooralla falls under postcode 3314 and is governed by the Southern Grampians Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3314
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Grampians
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.59°, 141.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
238.65 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3314

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3314 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$45,713
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$51,667

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3314; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
330 km
By Train
No direct train service; coach to Hamilton then train or bus to Melbourne (approx. 3.5 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs 30 min – 4 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hrs – 3 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Private vehicle is the primary mode of transport; the Western Highway (A8) via Hamilton is the main route to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Mooralla is an isolated rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
79
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
139.1 / 100k
2yr Up 34.7% 10yr Down 59.2%
Motor vehicle theft
72.6 / 100k
2yr Up 19.5% 10yr Down 26.9%
Non-FV assault
405.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 104.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
133 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 57.9%
View all offence subgroups for Southern Grampians →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mooralla known for? +

Mooralla is known for its open pastoral landscape typical of Victoria's Western District, with sheep and cattle grazing across a wide expanse of country. It is a quiet, remote locality with deep agricultural roots in the Southern Grampians Shire.

How far is Mooralla from Melbourne? +

Mooralla is approximately 330 kilometres west of Melbourne, making it around a 3.5 to 4 hour drive via the Western Highway through Hamilton.

Does Mooralla have public transport? +

Mooralla has no scheduled public transport services. There is no rail service in the immediate area; the nearest practical access to regional coach or rail connections is at Hamilton, approximately 55 kilometres to the north-east. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Mooralla? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mooralla has a population of 79 residents across approximately 30 dwellings, spread across nearly 239 square kilometres of rural land.

Is Mooralla a good place to live? +

Mooralla suits those seeking an extremely quiet, wide-open rural lifestyle in Victoria's Western District. Its remoteness means residents must travel to Coleraine, Casterton, or Hamilton for all everyday services, so it is best suited to farming families or those comfortable with a car-dependent lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Mooralla? +

The postcode for Mooralla, Victoria is 3314.

Is Mooralla a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mooralla is part of the Southern Grampians 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.