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Narracan

VIC 3824 • Victoria

262
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
37.87 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralGippslandAgriculturalQuietCommuter Belt
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About Narracan

Narracan is a rural locality in Victoria's Gippsland region, situated approximately 120 kilometres south-east of Melbourne within the Latrobe City local government area. The locality covers around 37.9 square kilometres of rolling countryside and is home to 262 residents across 98 dwellings. The area is closely associated with the nearby Gippsland towns of Moe and Trafalgar, and shares the Narracan electorate name that has historically encompassed this part of the Latrobe Valley.

Narracan lies within the broader Latrobe Valley, a region historically shaped by coal mining and dairy farming that is today reinventing itself around agriculture, tourism, and renewable energy. Lake Narracan, to the north of Moe, provides recreational facilities for water sports and is a popular local destination. Residents have access to the full range of services in nearby Moe, including schools, hospitals, and retail, while the V/Line Gippsland rail line connecting to Melbourne runs through the adjoining town, making the locality appealing to those seeking rural living with rail access nearby.

Narracan falls under postcode 3824 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
3824
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.25°, 146.16°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
37.87 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3824

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3824, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,049
Median 2023–24
$54,945
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,238

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3824; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Moe
4 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Local Latrobe Valley services — Moe and surrounding Latrobe Valley towns Approx. 10-15 min to Moe

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
Approx. 90-110 min from Moe Station via V/Line Gippsland Line to Flinders Street
By Car (Peak)
100-130 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
90-110 min

🛣️ Moe Station (approx. 4 km) provides V/Line rail access to Melbourne; Princes Highway and M1 motorway are the main road routes

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no local shops; residents drive to nearby Moe for all daily services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
262
▲ 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 Narracan. 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 Narracan known for? +

Narracan is known for its rural Gippsland character in the Latrobe Valley, surrounded by rolling hills and agricultural land. The name also lends itself to the historic Narracan state electorate and is associated with Narracan Creek, which flows through the Moe area.

How far is Narracan from Melbourne? +

Narracan is approximately 120 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD. The drive via the Princes Highway and M1 motorway typically takes 90 to 130 minutes, while the nearby Moe railway station offers V/Line rail services to Melbourne in approximately 90 to 110 minutes.

Does Narracan have public transport? +

Narracan itself does not have a bus or rail stop, but the locality is only around 4 kilometres from Moe railway station, which is served by V/Line's Gippsland Line with regular services to Melbourne's Flinders Street Station. Local bus services also operate in the broader Moe–Latrobe Valley area.

What is the population of Narracan? +

According to the 2021 Census, Narracan has a population of 262 residents across approximately 98 dwellings, making it a small rural locality within the larger Latrobe City council area.

Is Narracan a good place to live? +

Narracan is a good choice for those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in Gippsland within manageable distance of Melbourne. Its proximity to Moe provides access to schools, healthcare, and retail, while the surrounding Latrobe Valley countryside offers a peaceful semi-rural environment.

What is the postcode for Narracan? +

The postcode for Narracan is 3824, which is also the postcode for Trafalgar and surrounding rural localities in the Latrobe Valley area of Gippsland.

Is Narracan a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Narracan 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.