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Pomborneit

VIC 3260 • Victoria

73
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
22.81 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalDairy FarmingQuiet
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About Pomborneit

Pomborneit is a small rural locality in south-west Victoria, situated approximately 29 kilometres north of Colac and around 10 kilometres from Camperdown, within the Colac Otway Shire council area. The locality is positioned along the Princes Highway corridor, covering approximately 22.8 square kilometres of rolling pastoral land in a region renowned for its dairy industry. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 73 residents, consistent with the quiet, agricultural character of the district where farming families and rural landowners make up the local community.

Dairy farming is central to Pomborneit's economy and identity, as the Colac Otway Shire is one of Victoria's key dairy-producing regions. The nearby town of Camperdown — just a short drive away — provides access to supermarkets, schools, healthcare, and community facilities. Colac, around 29 kilometres to the south, offers a wider range of urban services. The locality sits in an attractive pastoral landscape with rich volcanic soils and typically lush green paddocks, characteristic of the broader South-West Victoria volcanic plains.

Pomborneit falls under postcode 3260 and is governed by the Corangamite Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3260
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Corangamite
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.21°, 143.24°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
22.81 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3260

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3260, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,803
Median 2023–24
$52,189
▲ 24.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,334

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3260; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach (Warrnambool Line regional) — Colac or Warrnambool (for V/Line train to Melbourne) Approx. 10-15 min to Camperdown or 30 min to Colac

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
160 km
By Train
No direct rail; drive to Camperdown or Colac station then V/Line train approx. 2 hrs 30 min to 2 hrs 45 min to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 50 min-2 hrs 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 40 min-2 hrs

🛣️ Access via Princes Highway (A1); Camperdown is the closest service town at approx. 10 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Pomborneit is a dispersed rural locality with no local shops; a car is required for all daily needs, with Camperdown the closest service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
73
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.8 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
209.1 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Up 30.6%
Non-FV assault
164.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
253.4 / 100k
2yr Up 137.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Corangamite →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pomborneit known for? +

Pomborneit is known for its deep connection to dairy farming in Victoria's south-west, sitting within one of the state's most productive dairy regions. The locality is part of the Colac Otway Shire, where dairy farms account for a significant share of local agricultural output.

How far is Pomborneit from Melbourne? +

Pomborneit is approximately 160 kilometres west-southwest of Melbourne, a drive of around 1 hour 50 minutes to 2 hours 20 minutes via the Princes Highway depending on traffic conditions.

Does Pomborneit have public transport? +

Pomborneit has no local public transport services within the locality. The nearest V/Line train and coach connections are in Camperdown, approximately 10 kilometres away, providing onward rail services to Melbourne via Colac. A private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Pomborneit? +

According to the 2021 Census, Pomborneit has a population of 73 residents, making it a small rural locality within the Colac Otway Shire of south-west Victoria.

Is Pomborneit a good place to live? +

Pomborneit offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with productive farmland and the convenience of Camperdown nearby for everyday services. It is well-suited to farming families and those seeking quiet country living in a region known for its lush green pastures and strong agricultural community.

What is the postcode for Pomborneit? +

The postcode for Pomborneit is 3260.

Is Pomborneit a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Pomborneit is part of the Corangamite 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.