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Nayook

VIC 3821 • Victoria

70
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
10.63 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoric
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About Nayook

Nayook is a tiny rural locality nestled in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range in Baw Baw Shire, West Gippsland, Victoria. Situated in the upper reaches of the Bunyip River valley, the area is characterised by rugged, heavily forested terrain and a cool, moist climate typical of the ranges. The locality lies between Noojee to the south and the Powelltown State Forest to the northeast, accessible via the winding Nayook–Powelltown Road. It is a sparsely populated area with a population of fewer than 200 people.

Nayook attracts those seeking a secluded, off-the-beaten-path lifestyle surrounded by towering mountain ash forests and fern gullies. The area is popular with bushwalkers, horse riders, and nature lovers exploring the Baw Baw National Park and the Bunyip State Park. Neerim District Rural Primary School, located on the Nayook–Powelltown Road, serves the small local school-age population. The nearest town for everyday services is Noojee, and Drouin to the south provides broader retail and commercial facilities via the South Gippsland Highway.

Nayook falls under postcode 3821 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
3821
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.92°, 145.95°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
10.63 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3821

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3821 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$54,120
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,718

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3821; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
110 km
By Train
N/A – drive to Drouin then V/Line train (~1 hr 20 min to Melbourne)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 40 min via South Gippsland Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 25 min

🛣️ No public transport serving Nayook. Nearest V/Line station is Drouin (~45 min by car).

Walkability Car-Dependent

Extremely car-dependent. No footpaths or local services. A private vehicle is essential.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
70
▲ 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 Nayook. 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

Where is Nayook VIC? +

Nayook is a small rural locality in Baw Baw Shire, West Gippsland, Victoria, located in the forested foothills of the Great Dividing Range near Noojee and the Powelltown State Forest.

What is the nearest town to Nayook? +

The nearest town to Nayook is Noojee (to the south), followed by Drouin (~45 min drive) which has a broader range of services and a V/Line train station.

What schools are near Nayook? +

Neerim District Rural Primary School is located on the Nayook–Powelltown Road. Secondary students travel to Drouin or Warragul.

Is Nayook suitable for families? +

Nayook suits those seeking remote rural or lifestyle property among forests. It has limited services and requires a car for all daily needs, but offers stunning natural surroundings.

Is Nayook a safe area? +

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

What is the population of Nayook? +

Nayook had a population of 70 at the 2021 Census.