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Mount Taylor

VIC 3875 • Victoria

330
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
86.40 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralPeacefulAgriculturalBushlandQuiet
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About Mount Taylor

Mount Taylor is a small rural locality in the East Gippsland region of Victoria, situated on the outskirts of Bairnsdale within the East Gippsland Shire. Spanning approximately 86 square kilometres of rolling hills, farmland, and native bushland, it is home to around 330 residents and lies roughly 15 kilometres south-west of Bairnsdale. The locality falls within the Gippsland East state electorate and is about 300 kilometres east of Melbourne's CBD.

Mount Taylor is characterised by the tranquil, picturesque countryside typical of East Gippsland's rural hinterland, attracting residents who value wide open spaces and a close connection to the land. Nearby Bairnsdale provides a full range of services including shops, schools, the hospital, and V/Line rail connections to Melbourne. The broader East Gippsland region offers exceptional outdoor recreation through the Mitchell River National Park and the renowned Gippsland Lakes, making it a beautiful setting for a rural lifestyle.

Mount Taylor falls under postcode 3875 and is governed by the East Gippsland Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3875
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
East Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.83°, 147.63°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
86.40 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3875

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3875, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,294
Median 2023–24
$49,476
▲ 19.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,804

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3875; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bairnsdale
15 km
Drive required

Bus Services

  • No regular services — Bairnsdale Car required (~15 min)

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
300 km
By Train
Drive to Bairnsdale (~15 min), then V/Line to Southern Cross (~3.5 hours)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 45 min - 3 hr

🛣️ Princes Highway connects west to Melbourne; Bairnsdale is the main regional hub for all services and transport

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

All daily errands require a vehicle; Bairnsdale provides the nearest shops, schools, and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
330
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
295.4 / 100k
2yr Up 17.1% 10yr Down 31.6%
Motor vehicle theft
146.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 147.7%
Non-FV assault
462.2 / 100k
2yr Up 10.3% 10yr Up 26.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
379.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 37.0%
View all offence subgroups for East Gippsland →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Taylor known for? +

Mount Taylor is known for its quiet rural character in East Gippsland, featuring rolling hills, farmland, and native bushland on the outskirts of Bairnsdale. It offers a peaceful retreat while remaining close to the services and natural attractions of the broader Gippsland Lakes region.

How far is Mount Taylor from Melbourne CBD? +

Mount Taylor is approximately 300 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, making it roughly a 3-hour drive via the Princes Highway.

Does Mount Taylor have public transport? +

Mount Taylor has no bus or rail service within the locality. The nearest train station is Bairnsdale, approximately 15 kilometres away, which provides V/Line services to Melbourne. A private vehicle is necessary for all travel.

What is the population of Mount Taylor? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Taylor has a population of 330 residents across approximately 86 square kilometres, making it a sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Mount Taylor a good place to live? +

Mount Taylor suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in East Gippsland, with Bairnsdale's services and the region's outstanding natural attractions close by. It is ideal for those comfortable with rural self-sufficiency and a slower pace of life.

What is the postcode for Mount Taylor? +

Mount Taylor's postcode is 3875, which it shares with Bairnsdale and several surrounding East Gippsland localities.

Is Mount Taylor a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Taylor is part of the East Gippsland 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.