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Outtrim

VIC 3951 • Victoria

270
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
46.42 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricQuietPeacefulAgricultural
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About Outtrim

Outtrim is a small historic township in Victoria's South Gippsland Shire, located approximately 151 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, south of Korumburra off the Korumburra–Wonthaggi Road. With a population of 270 and covering around 46 square kilometres of gently rolling countryside, Outtrim sits within a rich pastoral and historical landscape. The township owes its name to Alfred Richard Outtrim, Victorian Minister of Mines, following the discovery of coal here in 1892 and the subsequent development of the Outtrim and Jumbunna coalfields.

The former coal mining landscape has long since given way to dairy farming and grazing, typical of South Gippsland's famously green and fertile hills. Day-to-day services are available in nearby Korumburra, approximately 10 kilometres to the north-west, which serves as the main regional hub for the area, while Leongatha provides additional services around 20 kilometres to the south. The locality appeals to those drawn to South Gippsland's unhurried rural lifestyle, and the broader region offers access to the Gippsland coast and Wilsons Promontory National Park.

Outtrim falls under postcode 3951 and is governed by the South Gippsland Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Monash, while state elections fall under the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3951
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.47°, 145.80°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
46.42 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3951

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3951 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$44,936
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,014

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3951; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach (via Korumburra) — Melbourne CBD Approx. 2h - 2h 30min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
151 km
By Train
No direct train; V/Line coach from nearby Korumburra (~10km) to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
2h - 2h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 45min - 2h

🛣️ Access via South Gippsland Highway; Korumburra is the main local service hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Very limited local services; Korumburra is needed for everyday shopping and errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
270
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
326.2 / 100k
2yr Up 15.6% 10yr Up 15.8%
Motor vehicle theft
249.4 / 100k
2yr Up 78.8% 10yr Up 202.7%
Non-FV assault
198.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
460.5 / 100k
2yr Up 153.5% 10yr Up 71.9%
View all offence subgroups for South Gippsland →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Outtrim known for? +

Outtrim has a rich coal mining heritage — coal was discovered here in 1892, and the resulting Outtrim and Jumbunna coalfields drove the township's early growth. The township was named after Alfred Richard Outtrim, Victorian Minister of Mines at the time.

How far is Outtrim from Melbourne? +

Outtrim is approximately 151 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, about a 1 hour 45 minute to 2 hour 30 minute drive via the South Gippsland Highway.

Does Outtrim have public transport? +

The original Outtrim railway line closed many decades ago. V/Line coach services are available from nearby Korumburra (approximately 10km away) for travel to Melbourne.

What is the population of Outtrim? +

Outtrim recorded a population of 270 at the 2021 Census, spread across approximately 46 square kilometres of South Gippsland's rolling rural landscape.

Is Outtrim a good place to live? +

Outtrim appeals to those seeking peaceful, affordable rural living in South Gippsland, close to Korumburra's services, Gippsland's coastal areas, and Wilsons Promontory National Park. Life here is quiet and community-oriented, with a car essential for daily needs.

What is the postcode for Outtrim? +

Outtrim's postcode is 3951.

Is Outtrim a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Outtrim is part of the South Gippsland 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.