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Murroon

VIC 3243 • Victoria

95
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
48.18 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietHinterlandAgricultural
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About Murroon

Murroon is a small rural locality in south-western Victoria, situated within the Shire of Colac Otway approximately 15 kilometres south of the regional city of Colac. With a population of 95 at the 2021 Census across 48 square kilometres, it is a quietly settled farming district set among rolling green hills and native bushland in the Otway hinterland. The locality neighbours Pennyroyal and Barwon Downs.

The area is characterised by lush dairy farmland, native vegetation, and the gentle terrain of the Otway foothills, with the upper reaches of the Barwon River nearby. Residents rely on Colac for shopping, schools, healthcare, and services, while Murroon itself offers the appeal of a peaceful rural lifestyle away from urban pressures. The Great Ocean Road and the surf coast are accessible within a 30-minute drive, and Colac railway station provides V/Line services to Melbourne via the Warrnambool line.

Murroon falls under postcode 3243 and is governed by the Colac Otway Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Corangamite, while state elections fall under the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3243
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Colac Otway
Federal Electorate
Corangamite
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.36°, 143.83°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
48.18 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3243

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3243 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$51,845
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,209

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3243; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Colac Station
15 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Colac 15-20 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
165 km
By Train
Drive to Colac Station, then V/Line to Southern Cross (approx 2 hr 15 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Accessed via the Colac-Murroon Road; the Great Ocean Road and surf coast are approximately 30 min drive south

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed farming locality with no shops or services; residents drive to Colac for all needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
95
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
250.7 / 100k
2yr Up 11.7% 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
89.5 / 100k
2yr Up 81.3% 10yr Down 23.5%
Non-FV assault
259.6 / 100k
2yr Down 18.6% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
308.9 / 100k
2yr Up 67.8% 10yr Up 11.8%
View all offence subgroups for Colac Otway →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Murroon known for? +

Murroon is a quiet farming locality in the Otway hinterland, known for its rolling green hills, lush dairy farmland, and native bushland. It sits between the regional city of Colac and the Otway Ranges, offering a peaceful rural setting within reach of the surf coast.

How far is Murroon from Colac? +

Murroon is approximately 15 kilometres south of Colac, making it a 15–20 minute drive to the city's shops, schools, railway station, and services.

Does Murroon have public transport? +

Murroon has no regular public transport services. The nearest railway station is Colac Station (15 km), which offers V/Line services to Melbourne on the Warrnambool line. A car is essential for daily travel.

What is the population of Murroon? +

According to the 2021 Census, Murroon has a population of approximately 95 residents across 48 square kilometres of rural land in the Colac Otway shire.

Is Murroon a good place to live? +

Murroon appeals to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in productive farming country, with the charm of the Otway hinterland and easy access to both the regional city of Colac and the Great Ocean Road coast. It suits families and retirees who value open space and a slower pace of life.

What is the postcode for Murroon? +

The postcode for Murroon, Victoria is 3243.

Is Murroon a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Murroon is part of the Colac Otway 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.