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Neerim

VIC 3831 • Victoria

218
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
16.01 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-RuralFamily-Friendly
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About Neerim

Neerim is a small farming locality in West Gippsland, Victoria, situated in the Shire of Baw Baw approximately 100 kilometres east of Melbourne. The locality neighbours Neerim South, a larger township about 20 kilometres north of Warragul, and together they form a close-knit rural community. With a population of 218 and an area of around 16 square kilometres, Neerim is characterised by rolling green pastures and dairy and grazing farmland typical of the Gippsland region.

The community is centred on agriculture and farming, with most commercial services and schools available in nearby Neerim South or the larger town of Warragul. Neerim and Neerim South share an Australian Rules football team competing in the Ellinbank and District Football League, a focal point of local community life. The area offers a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle with access to the natural beauty of the West Gippsland hills, and Melbourne is reachable within around 90 minutes by car or train from Warragul.

Neerim falls under postcode 3831 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
3831
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.99°, 146.01°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
16.01 km²
Population Density
14 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3831

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3831, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,923
Median 2023–24
$51,510
▲ 22.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$74,311

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3831; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Warragul
22 km
Drive required

Bus Services

  • No direct bus service to Neerim — Warragul (nearest hub) Car required (~20 min)

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
Drive to Warragul (~22km), then ~1 hr 30 min on Gippsland Line VLine to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
1.5–2.5 hr via Princes Freeway (M1)
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min–1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Warragul is the main service and transport hub; Neerim itself has no direct bus or train access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Neerim is a rural locality with no retail or commercial services; a car is required for all everyday errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
218
▲ 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 Neerim. 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 Neerim known for? +

Neerim is known as a small, tight-knit farming community in the lush green hills of West Gippsland. Together with neighbouring Neerim South, it is associated with dairy and grazing agriculture and a strong local football tradition through the Ellinbank and District Football League.

How far is Neerim from Melbourne? +

Neerim is approximately 100 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Princes Freeway (M1). Alternatively, residents can drive to Warragul (~22km) and take a VLine train to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station in about 1.5 hours.

Does Neerim have public transport? +

Neerim itself has no direct public transport service. The nearest train station is Warragul, approximately 22 kilometres south, which is served by VLine's Gippsland Line. A private vehicle is needed to reach the station or any nearby services.

What is the population of Neerim? +

According to the 2021 Census, Neerim has a population of 218 residents. It is a small, stable farming community that has maintained its rural character over many decades.

Is Neerim a good place to live? +

Neerim is well-suited to those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle in the beautiful West Gippsland hills. It offers a strong community spirit and affordable living, though residents need to travel to Warragul or Drouin for schools, shopping, and most services.

What is the postcode for Neerim? +

The postcode for Neerim, Victoria is 3831, which is shared with the neighbouring township of Neerim South.

Is Neerim a safe area? +

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