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Pearsondale

VIC 3851 • Victoria

125
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
30.34 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFamily-FriendlyAffordable
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About Pearsondale

Pearsondale is a small rural locality in the Gippsland region of Victoria, situated approximately 25 kilometres north of Sale in the La Trobe Valley hinterland. With a population of around 125 residents as of the 2021 census, the community occupies some 30 square kilometres of productive farmland and native bush. The area falls within the Gippsland federal electorate and is characterised by scattered rural holdings and quiet country roads.

Life in Pearsondale revolves around the land, with farming and agriculture the primary occupation for many households. Residents rely on nearby Sale for schooling, shopping, and healthcare, with the Sale CBD approximately 25 minutes by car. The wider Gippsland region offers access to the Ninety Mile Beach coastline, the Gippsland Lakes, and Alpine High Country, making it a quiet but scenic place to call home for those who value space and a genuine country lifestyle.

Pearsondale falls under postcode 3851 and is governed by the Wellington Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3851
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wellington
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.04°, 147.08°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
30.34 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3851

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3851, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,823
Median 2023–24
$46,324
▲ 19.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,946

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3851; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Sale Station
25 km
N/A (car required)

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
210 km
By Train
V/Line from Sale to Southern Cross approx 2 hr 20 min
By Car (Peak)
Approx 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 2 hr 15 min

🛣️ Sale is the nearest service hub (~25 km). V/Line Gippsland trains serve Sale Station with regular daily services to Melbourne.

Walkability Car Dependent

A scattered rural locality with no footpaths or public transport. A private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
125
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
494.7 / 100k
2yr Up 59.5% 10yr Down 28.0%
Motor vehicle theft
191.9 / 100k
2yr Up 84.4% 10yr Up 57.6%
Non-FV assault
432.8 / 100k
2yr Up 10.3% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
577.8 / 100k
2yr Up 81.3% 10yr Up 72.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wellington →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pearsondale located? +

Pearsondale is a small rural locality in the Gippsland region of Victoria, approximately 25 kilometres north of Sale.

What is the population of Pearsondale? +

According to the 2021 Census, Pearsondale has a population of approximately 125 residents.

How do you get to Melbourne from Pearsondale? +

The most practical option is to drive to Sale (~25 km) and board a V/Line train to Melbourne Southern Cross, a journey of approximately 2 hours 20 minutes. The drive to Melbourne is around 2 hours 30 minutes via the Princes Highway.

Is Pearsondale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Pearsondale is part of the Wellington 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.