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Naroghid

VIC 3266 • Victoria

66
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
21.09 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietDairy Farming
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About Naroghid

Naroghid is a small rural locality in south-western Victoria, situated approximately 170 kilometres south-west of Melbourne within the Corangamite Shire. Covering around 21 square kilometres of farmland between Colac and Camperdown, the locality lies within the productive volcanic plains and Otway fringe agricultural region. With a 2021 Census population of 66 residents, Naroghid is a quiet pastoral community within one of Victoria's significant dairy farming districts.

The locality is surrounded by dairy and beef properties on the volcanic plains that characterise this part of south-western Victoria, with rich basaltic soils that support productive grazing. Colac, approximately 25 kilometres to the east, provides access to schools, supermarkets, and medical facilities, while Camperdown to the west offers additional services. The scenic Otways and the Great Ocean Road are within an hour's drive, giving Naroghid residents access to spectacular coastal and forest landscapes.

Naroghid falls under postcode 3266 and is governed by the Corangamite Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3266
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Corangamite
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.41°, 143.13°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
21.09 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3266

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3266, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,779
Median 2023–24
$53,142
▲ 30.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,734

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3266; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Colac
25 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • No local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
170 km
By Train
V/Line from Colac (~2 hrs to Southern Cross)
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs – 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hrs

🛣️ Accessed via Princes Highway; car essential to reach Colac or Camperdown services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Naroghid is a small rural locality with no local services; a car is needed for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
66
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.8 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
209.1 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Up 30.6%
Non-FV assault
164.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
253.4 / 100k
2yr Up 137.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Corangamite →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Naroghid known for? +

Naroghid is a quiet dairy and beef farming locality in the Corangamite Shire, set on productive volcanic plains between Colac and Camperdown in south-western Victoria.

How far is Naroghid from Melbourne? +

Naroghid is approximately 170 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, roughly a 2 hour drive via the Princes Highway.

Does Naroghid have public transport? +

Naroghid has no local public transport. The nearest V/Line train services are at Colac (approximately 25 kilometres east) or Camperdown (to the west), both providing connections to Melbourne.

What is the population of Naroghid? +

According to the 2021 Census, Naroghid has a population of approximately 66 residents, reflecting its character as a small agricultural locality.

Is Naroghid a good place to live? +

Naroghid suits farming families and those seeking rural south-western Victorian living, with the services of Colac and Camperdown accessible by car and the scenic Otways and Great Ocean Road within easy reach.

What is the postcode for Naroghid? +

The postcode for Naroghid is 3266.

Is Naroghid a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Naroghid is part of the Corangamite 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.