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Mount Cottrell

VIC 3024 • Victoria

496
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
66.20 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralGrowth SuburbCar-DependentMelbourne Fringe
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About Mount Cottrell

Mount Cottrell is a semi-rural locality on Melbourne's western fringe, situated approximately 31 kilometres west of the Melbourne CBD and 11 kilometres from the Melton town centre. It straddles the local government areas of the City of Melton and the City of Wyndham, sitting on the edge of Melbourne's rapidly expanding growth corridor. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 496, and the locality retains a predominantly rural character despite its proximity to Melbourne's western suburbs.

Mount Cottrell remains largely undeveloped compared to the surrounding growth suburbs of Tarneit, Truganina, and Rockbank, offering open rural land and a quiet environment on Melbourne's outer fringe. Access to services is available in Melton South, Tarneit, and Werribee, all within short driving distance. The Western Ring Road and Princes Freeway provide connections into central Melbourne, while the locality is positioned to benefit from Melbourne's ongoing westward growth and infrastructure investment.

Mount Cottrell falls under postcode 3024 and is governed by the Melton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lalor, while state elections fall under the Werribee (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3024
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Melton
Federal Electorate
Lalor
State Electorate
Werribee (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.90°, 144.56°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
66.20 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$749K
5 sales · ▲ 6.1% 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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3024

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3024, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,220
Median 2023–24
$59,172
▲ 17.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,597

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3024; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Rockbank Station
4.5 km
N/A (drive recommended)
Tarneit Station
7 km
N/A (drive recommended)

Bus Services

  • Bus Route 170/180 (connecting services via Tarneit/Wyndham Vale) — Melbourne CBD (Southern Cross Station) Approx. 60-80 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
31 km
By Train
Drive to Rockbank Station (~10 min) then V/Line to Southern Cross ~40 min
By Car (Peak)
45 min - 1 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35 - 50 min

🛣️ Western Ring Road and Princes Freeway are the main routes. Car is most practical.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A semi-rural locality with no local shops or footpaths; a car is required for all daily errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
496
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
305 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 58.2%
Motor vehicle theft
295.2 / 100k
2yr Up 104.8% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
189.8 / 100k
2yr Up 12.4% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 41.4%
Steal from vehicle
752.3 / 100k
2yr Up 60.6% 10yr Down 27.4%
View all offence subgroups for Melton →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Cottrell known for? +

Mount Cottrell is known as a quiet semi-rural locality on Melbourne's western growth fringe, straddling the City of Melton and City of Wyndham, offering open rural land close to Melbourne's expanding western suburbs.

How far is Mount Cottrell from Melbourne CBD? +

Mount Cottrell is approximately 31 kilometres west of Melbourne's CBD, roughly a 35 to 75 minute drive depending on traffic, via the Western Ring Road or Princes Freeway.

Does Mount Cottrell have public transport? +

There is no direct public transport serving Mount Cottrell. The nearest train stations are Rockbank (approx. 4.5km) on the Ballarat V/Line, and Tarneit (approx. 7km) on the Geelong V/Line, both requiring a short drive.

What is the population of Mount Cottrell? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Cottrell has a population of 496 residents across a rural locality of approximately 66 square kilometres.

Is Mount Cottrell a good place to live? +

Mount Cottrell suits those who want a semi-rural lifestyle within range of Melbourne, with nearby growth suburbs providing services. It remains largely undeveloped and car-dependent, appealing to those wanting open space close to the city.

What is the postcode for Mount Cottrell? +

The postcode for Mount Cottrell, Victoria is 3024.

What is the median house price in Mount Cottrell? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $749,000, up 6.1% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

Is Mount Cottrell a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Cottrell is part of the Melton 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.