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Munro

VIC 3862 • Victoria

167
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
121.83 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-RuralQuietPeaceful
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About Munro

Munro is a small rural locality in the Shire of Wellington, situated in Victoria's Gippsland region approximately 11 kilometres east of Stratford and just north of the Princes Highway. With a population of 167 according to the 2021 Census, the locality covers a generous 121 square kilometres of mixed farmland and bushland typical of inland Gippsland. The median household income reflects its agricultural character, and housing is predominantly rural residential and farming properties spread across the wide landscape.

The surrounding area is defined by grazing land, state forest, and the natural beauty of the Gippsland ranges, offering a peaceful lifestyle well away from urban pressures. Residents rely on Stratford and Sale for most daily services, shopping, and schooling, with Sale being the major regional centre of the Wellington Shire some 25 kilometres to the west. Munro suits those seeking a quiet rural life with easy access to the Princes Highway corridor connecting Gippsland's towns.

Munro falls under postcode 3862 and is governed by the Wellington Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3862
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wellington
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.60°, 147.23°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
121.83 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3862

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3862, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,056
Median 2023–24
$53,259
▲ 26.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,609

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3862; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Stratford
11 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach services — Sale / Bairnsdale / Melbourne Varies by service

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
260 km
By Train
Approx. 3.5–4 hrs via V/Line train from Stratford station (11 km away)
By Car (Peak)
3–3.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.75–3 hrs

🛣️ Princes Highway provides main road access east-west; Sale is the nearest major service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Munro is a dispersed 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
167
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
494.7 / 100k
2yr Up 59.5% 10yr Down 28.0%
Motor vehicle theft
191.9 / 100k
2yr Up 84.4% 10yr Up 57.6%
Non-FV assault
432.8 / 100k
2yr Up 10.3% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
577.8 / 100k
2yr Up 81.3% 10yr Up 72.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wellington →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Munro known for? +

Munro is known as a quiet rural locality in the Gippsland region of Victoria, situated amid farming land and bushland typical of inland Gippsland. It is a gateway to the surrounding Strzelecki Ranges and Wellington Shire's pastoral landscape.

How far is Munro from Melbourne CBD? +

Munro is approximately 260 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, making it around a 3 to 3.5 hour drive via the Princes Highway.

Does Munro have public transport? +

Munro has no local bus services. The nearest V/Line train station is at Stratford, approximately 11 kilometres to the west, on the Bairnsdale line connecting to Melbourne. A car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Munro? +

According to the 2021 Census, Munro has a population of approximately 167 residents spread across a large 121 square kilometre locality.

Is Munro a good place to live? +

Munro suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in Gippsland with easy highway access. Residents need to travel to Stratford or Sale for most services, schools, and shopping, making it best suited to those who value space and quiet over urban convenience.

What is the postcode for Munro? +

The postcode for Munro, VIC is 3862.

Is Munro a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Munro is part of the Wellington 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.