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Morwell

VIC 3840 • Rest of VIC

14,389
Population (2021)
$48,984
Median Household Income
44.80 km²
Area
$215/wk
Median Rent
AffordableIndustrial HeritageRegionalTransitioning

About Morwell

Morwell is the industrial heart of Victoria's Latrobe Valley, a city of 14,400 residents built on power generation and brown coal mining 150 kilometres east of Melbourne. The transition away from coal has created both challenges and opportunities. The Princes Freeway and V/Line provide Melbourne access.

The city offers remarkably affordable housing—prices that seem impossible by Melbourne standards reflect economic transition. Facilities remain solid, and the community is resilient. Morwell attracts first-home buyers seeking extraordinary affordability, workers in remaining industries, and those betting on regional renewal.

Morwell falls under postcode 3840 and is governed by Latrobe Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Morwell (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

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📰 Victoria Suburbs with the Most Housing Commission

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3840
Urban Area
Morwell
LGA / Council
Latrobe
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Morwell (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.23°, 146.42°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
44.80 km²
Elevation
88m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$355K
120 sales · ▲ 7.1% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$273K
12 sales · ▲ 11.2% 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)
$215
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$953
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.2%

275 state housing + 87 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local bus services — Melbourne CBD Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
136 km
By Train
Train access via local station
By Car (Peak)
2+ hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5+ hours

🛣️ Located 136 km from Melbourne CBD

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be done on foot near the local centre, but most residents rely on a car for daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    George Street Morwell 3840 VIC

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
634.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 28.8%
Motor vehicle theft
412.9 / 100k
2yr Up 78.3% 10yr Up 35.7%
Non-FV assault
642 / 100k
2yr Up 16.1% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
5 / 100k
2yr Down 21.3% 10yr Up 87.9%
Steal from vehicle
1,065 / 100k
2yr Up 33.2% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Latrobe →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
13,771
Census 2021
14,389
▲ 4.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$24,440
Personal Income 2021
$27,144
▲ 11.1% 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
$27,144 / yr
$522/wk
Household
$48,984 / yr
$942/wk
Family
$65,676 / yr
$1263/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 10,365
Born Overseas 2,307

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 347
  • 2. Italy 280
  • 3. Philippines 182
  • 4. India 152
  • 5. New Zealand 129
  • 6. Netherlands 107
  • 7. Malta 99
  • 8. Myanmar 87
  • 9. Scotland 85
  • 10. Germany 72

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 5,217
Australian 4,939
Scottish 1,328
Irish 1,156
Italian 965
German 504
Dutch 393
Australian Aboriginal 389
Maltese 329
Filipino 209

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

7,988
Both parents born in Australia
3,325
Both parents born overseas
1,286
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
44.7%
Christianity
38.8%
Islam
2.1%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.5%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
821 (5.7%)
5-14 years
1,678 (11.7%)
15-19 years
764 (5.3%)
20-24 years
870 (6.0%)
25-34 years
1,772 (12.3%)
35-44 years
1,503 (10.4%)
45-54 years
1,761 (12.2%)
55-64 years
1,960 (13.6%)
65-74 years
1,746 (12.1%)
75-84 years
1,050 (7.3%)
85+ years
475 (3.3%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Morwell known for? +

Morwell is a well-established residential suburb in Latrobe, VIC, with a population of approximately 14,389 residents. The suburb is valued for its local schools, parks, and community facilities.

How far is Morwell from Melbourne CBD? +

Morwell is approximately 136 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, typically a 1.5+ hours drive outside peak hours.

Does Morwell have public transport? +

Morwell is served by local bus services connecting to the broader VIC network. Nearby train stations provide access to Melbourne CBD.

What is the population of Morwell? +

According to the 2021 Census, Morwell has a population of approximately 14,389 residents.

Is Morwell a good place to live? +

Morwell offers a practical and liveable lifestyle with local schools, parks, and shopping. With a median income around $41,486, it attracts a broad demographic mix.

What is the postcode for Morwell? +

The postcode for Morwell, VIC is 3840.

What is the average income in Morwell? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Morwell is about $522 per week (around $27,100 per year). The median household income is $942 per week and the median family income is $1,263 per week.

What is the median house price in Morwell? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $355,000, up 7.1% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $272,500, up 11.2% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Morwell? +

The median age in Morwell is 43. The largest age group is 55–64 (1,960 residents, around 14%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 23% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Morwell a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Morwell is part of the Latrobe 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 Morwell? +

In Morwell, the median weekly rent is $215, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $953 (2021 Census).