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Murgheboluc

VIC 3218 • Victoria

132
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
33.61 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralPastoralSemi-RuralQuiet
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About Murgheboluc

Murgheboluc is a small rural locality in the Greater Geelong region of Victoria, situated in the hinterland south of Geelong. The locality covers approximately 34 square kilometres and carries an Aboriginal name believed to derive from the language of the Wathaurong (Wadawurrung) people, the traditional custodians of the greater Geelong region. With a relatively small population, Murgheboluc is predominantly a farming and grazing area with a median household income in line with broader regional Victoria.

The locality is characterised by open pastoral land and rural properties, offering a quiet and private lifestyle within reasonable reach of Geelong's full range of urban services. Geelong — Victoria's second-largest city — provides residents with shopping centres, hospitals, schools, and train connections to Melbourne. The surrounding Surf Coast and Otway hinterland make the region attractive to those who appreciate open landscapes, while the Great Ocean Road is accessible within a short drive.

Murgheboluc falls under postcode 3218 and is governed by the Golden Plains Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Corio, while state elections fall under the Geelong (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3218
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Golden Plains
Federal Electorate
Corio
State Electorate
Geelong (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.09°, 144.14°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
33.61 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3218

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3218, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$52,889
Median 2023–24
$65,260
▲ 23.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$82,027

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3218; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular services — Geelong Car required

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
75 km
By Train
No direct service. Drive to Geelong (~20-30km), then V/Line to Melbourne Southern Cross (~1 hour).
By Car (Peak)
70-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-70 min

🛣️ Geelong is the nearest major service hub; a private vehicle is needed to reach Geelong for public transport connections to Melbourne.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Murgheboluc is a rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is required for all daily errands, with Geelong as the nearest service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
132
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
189.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 57.4%
Motor vehicle theft
130.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.1%
Non-FV assault
63.3 / 100k
2yr Up 16.6% 10yr Down 22.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
174.9 / 100k
2yr Up 29.0% 10yr Down 31.2%
View all offence subgroups for Golden Plains →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Murgheboluc known for? +

Murgheboluc is known as a quiet rural locality in the Geelong hinterland with an Aboriginal place name from the Wadawurrung people. The locality is characterised by open farming land and a peaceful rural atmosphere within the greater Geelong region.

How far is Murgheboluc from Geelong? +

Murgheboluc is situated in the broader Geelong region, approximately 20–30 kilometres from Geelong's city centre, making it roughly a 20–30 minute drive.

Does Murgheboluc have public transport? +

Murgheboluc has no rail service and no regular public bus routes. Residents rely on private vehicles to reach Geelong, where V/Line train services connect to Melbourne.

What is the population of Murgheboluc? +

Murgheboluc is a very small rural locality with a limited permanent population, reflecting its character as a dispersed farming and grazing community in the Geelong hinterland.

Is Murgheboluc a good place to live? +

Murgheboluc appeals to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle within driving distance of Geelong's amenities and the scenic Surf Coast. It suits farming families or those looking for open-country properties away from urban development.

What is the postcode for Murgheboluc? +

The postcode for Murgheboluc, Victoria is 3218.

Is Murgheboluc a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Murgheboluc is part of the Golden Plains 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.