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Mountain View

VIC 3988 • Victoria

85
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
21.33 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietPeaceful
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About Mountain View

Mountain View is a small rural locality in the Baw Baw Shire of West Gippsland, Victoria, situated approximately 97 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. With a 2021 census population of just 85 residents spread across 21 square kilometres, it is a quiet and sparsely settled farming community. The landscape is characterised by rolling green hills and sheltered valleys typical of the South Gippsland ranges, with properties predominantly used for mixed farming, beef cattle, and lifestyle acreage.

The surrounding area falls within the Baw Baw Shire, with the nearby township of Poowong (postcode 3988) providing basic local services. The region is known for its lush pastoral scenery, with the Strzelecki Ranges visible to the south. Residents typically rely on their own vehicles for everyday needs, with the larger centres of Korumburra and Leongatha accessible within 30 to 45 minutes for broader shopping, health services, and schools.

Mountain View falls under postcode 3988 and is governed by the Baw Baw Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Monash, while state elections fall under the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3988
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.31°, 145.81°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
21.33 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3988

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3988 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$48,326
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,622

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3988; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for all local trips N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
97 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest regional rail at Korumburra or Leongatha
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Car essential; South Gippsland Highway is the main route toward Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote farming locality with no footpaths or local shops; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
85
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.9 / 100k
2yr Up 42.1% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
231.3 / 100k
2yr Up 100.4% 10yr Up 40.8%
Non-FV assault
313.7 / 100k
2yr Down 11.5% 10yr Up 33.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
733.7 / 100k
2yr Up 83.1% 10yr Up 33.0%
View all offence subgroups for Baw Baw →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mountain View VIC known for? +

Mountain View is known as a quiet rural farming locality in the Baw Baw Shire of South Gippsland. The area is characterised by rolling green hills, mixed farming operations, and scenic pastoral landscapes typical of the Strzelecki Ranges region.

How far is Mountain View VIC from Melbourne? +

Mountain View is approximately 97 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, making it roughly a 1.5 to 2 hour drive depending on traffic, via the South Gippsland Highway.

Does Mountain View VIC have public transport? +

Mountain View has no public transport services. There is no rail or bus access to the locality; a private vehicle is essential for all travel and errands.

What is the population of Mountain View VIC? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mountain View has a population of 85 residents, making it a very small and sparsely settled rural locality across its 21 square kilometre area.

Is Mountain View VIC a good place to live? +

Mountain View suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle with plenty of space and scenic countryside. It is ideal for farming, acreage living, and those who value quiet surroundings, though residents must be self-sufficient and comfortable with long drives to services and shops.

What is the postcode for Mountain View VIC? +

The postcode for Mountain View, Victoria is 3988, shared with nearby localities including Poowong.

Is Mountain View a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mountain View is part of the Baw Baw 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.

What is the population of Mountain View? +

Mountain View had a population of 85 at the 2021 Census.