What is Roses Gap known for?

Roses Gap is a sparsely populated rural locality in VIC. It is primarily recognised as a geographic or administrative area rather than a developed residential suburb.

How far is Roses Gap from Melbourne CBD?

Roses Gap is approximately 240 kilometres from Melbourne CBD. The drive typically takes 1.5+ hours outside peak hours, though most residents use local regional centres rather than commuting to the capital CBD.

Does Roses Gap have public transport?

Public transport in Roses Gap is very limited. There is no rail service, and bus connections to major centres are infrequent or unavailable. A private vehicle is strongly recommended.

What is the population of Roses Gap?

According to the 2021 Census, Roses Gap has a population of approximately 7 residents. This makes it one of the smaller localities in VIC.

Is Roses Gap a good place to live?

Roses Gap is suited to those seeking a very quiet, remote rural setting. With minimal infrastructure and services, it appeals primarily to those with lifestyle blocks or agricultural interests.

What is the postcode for Roses Gap?

The postcode for Roses Gap, VIC is 3385.

Roses Gap

VIC 3385 • Victoria

Population (2021)

N/A

Median Personal Income

29.12 km²

Area

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Median Rent

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About Roses Gap

Roses Gap is a small rural locality in Victoria, located 240 kilometres west of Melbourne CBD within the region. With a population of just 7 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, it is one of the smaller communities in the district. The locality covers approximately 29.1 square kilometres.

The community has a quiet rural character with limited local services, and residents typically travel to the nearest regional town for shopping, medical care, and education. The surrounding landscape reflects the agricultural and natural character of the broader area. A private vehicle is essential for daily life in Roses Gap.

Roses Gap falls under postcode 3385 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State

Victoria

Postcode

3385

Urban Area

N/A

LGA / Council

N/A

Federal Electorate

Wannon

State Electorate

Lowan (Western Victoria)

Type

Locality

Timezone

Melbourne (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-36.97°, 142.46°

Statistical Area

N/A

Area

29.12 km²

Elevation

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

Limited or no scheduled services — Nearest regional town Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance

240 km

By Train

No rail service available

By Car (Peak)

2+ hours

By Car (Off-Peak)

1.5+ hours

🛣️ A private vehicle is essential in this rural locality

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

This is a rural or semi-rural locality where virtually all errands require a private vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

Census 2021

▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

N/A

Personal Income 2021

N/A

▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021