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Pound Creek

VIC 3996 • Victoria

126
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
42.67 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCoastal-HinterlandQuietAffordable
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About Pound Creek

Pound Creek is a small rural town in Bass Coast Shire in Victoria's South Gippsland region, located 8 kilometres from Inverloch and 22 kilometres from Leongatha. The town is named after the Pound Creek waterway, which runs through the locality and flows into Anderson's Inlet. With a population of around 126 residents and covering over 42 square kilometres, it is a quietly settled farming and lifestyle community.

The town centre is loosely defined along the Inverloch–Venus Bay road, where a Country Fire Authority (CFA) station and tennis courts are located. Residents make most trips to Inverloch for everyday needs, or Wonthaggi for broader services. The area appeals to those seeking a rural coastal-hinterland lifestyle, with Anderson's Inlet, Inverloch's beaches, and surrounding national parks all within easy reach. A Bureau of Meteorology automatic weather station is also sited in the locality.

Pound Creek falls under postcode 3996 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
3996
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.63°, 145.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
42.67 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3996

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3996, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,414
Median 2023–24
$48,421
▲ 19.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$68,189

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3996; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional bus services — Wonthaggi / Leongatha Approx. 30–40 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest coach/bus connections via Wonthaggi or Leongatha
By Car (Peak)
1.75–2.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5–2 hrs

🛣️ South Gippsland Highway is the main route; car highly recommended

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Pound Creek has minimal local services and residents rely on nearby Inverloch or Wonthaggi for all shopping and errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
126
▲ 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 Pound Creek. 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 Pound Creek known for? +

Pound Creek is a quiet rural town in Bass Coast Shire, known for its proximity to the coastal town of Inverloch and the scenic Anderson's Inlet waterway. The Pound Creek waterway, which gives the town its name, flows through the area into the inlet.

How far is Pound Creek from Melbourne CBD? +

Pound Creek is approximately 130 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the South Gippsland Highway in normal conditions.

Does Pound Creek have public transport? +

Pound Creek has limited public transport options. There are some regional bus services connecting to Wonthaggi and Leongatha, but there is no direct train service. A car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Pound Creek? +

Pound Creek has a population of approximately 126 residents according to the 2021 Census, making it a very small rural town within Bass Coast Shire.

Is Pound Creek a good place to live? +

Pound Creek is well-suited to those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle close to the coast, with Inverloch's beaches, shops, and community facilities just 8 kilometres away and Melbourne accessible within 2 hours.

What is the postcode for Pound Creek? +

The postcode for Pound Creek, VIC is 3996.

Is Pound Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Pound Creek 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.