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Ruby

VIC 3953 • Victoria

187
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
19.63 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietAgricultural
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About Ruby

Ruby is a quiet rural locality in South Gippsland Shire, Victoria, situated approximately 6 kilometres east of Leongatha and around 130 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. With a population of 187 residents spread across 19.6 square kilometres, it is a lightly settled farming and grazing community set amid the rolling green pastures that define the South Gippsland landscape. The median income reflects the predominantly agricultural character of the area, with small landholdings and hobby farms common throughout the locality.

Ruby sits within easy reach of Leongatha, the main service town for this part of South Gippsland, which provides supermarkets, schools, medical services, and community facilities. The broader South Gippsland region is renowned for its dairy farming, lush hill country, and proximity to natural attractions including Wilsons Promontory National Park to the south. Ruby appeals to those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle with the convenience of a nearby town, in one of Victoria's greenest and most scenic agricultural regions.

Ruby falls under postcode 3953 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 Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3953
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.46°, 146.00°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
19.63 km²
Population Density
10 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3953

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3953, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,545
Median 2023–24
$49,294
▲ 18.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,105

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3953; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach services — Melbourne (Southern Cross) Approx. 2 hrs via Leongatha

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
No direct train service; V/Line coach from Leongatha to Southern Cross (~2 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hrs 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ South Gippsland Highway provides the main road connection to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Ruby is a dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
187
▲ 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 Ruby. 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 Ruby known for? +

Ruby is known for its peaceful rural character within South Gippsland's famous dairy farming and green hill country. The locality sits close to Leongatha and is set in one of Victoria's most scenic agricultural regions, near Wilsons Promontory.

How far is Ruby from Melbourne? +

Ruby is approximately 130 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, making it roughly a 1.5–2 hour drive depending on traffic conditions and route taken via the South Gippsland Highway.

Does Ruby have public transport? +

Ruby has no direct train or bus service. The nearest V/Line coach connection is at Leongatha, approximately 6 kilometres away, which offers services to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station. A car is essential for day-to-day living.

What is the population of Ruby? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ruby has a population of 187 residents, making it one of the smaller localities in South Gippsland Shire, spread across a rural landholding area of about 19.6 square kilometres.

Is Ruby a good place to live? +

Ruby suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in beautiful South Gippsland countryside. With Leongatha's services close by and Melbourne within reasonable driving distance, it offers a genuine country lifestyle without being completely isolated.

What is the postcode for Ruby? +

Ruby, Victoria has the postcode 3953.

Is Ruby a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ruby 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.