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Seaview

VIC 3821 • Victoria

140
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
31.27 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietBushlandAgricultural
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About Seaview

Seaview is a small rural locality in the Shire of Baw Baw, in Victoria's Gippsland region, situated approximately 100 kilometres east of Melbourne. Despite its evocative name, Seaview is an inland locality set in the rolling farmland and bushland country of West Gippsland, covering around 31 square kilometres. With a population of approximately 140 residents, it is a quiet rural community in one of Victoria's most scenic and agricultural shires.

The surrounding area is characterised by dairy and beef cattle farming, state forests, and the lush green landscapes for which West Gippsland is renowned. The nearby town of Warragul — the Shire of Baw Baw's main service centre — is within roughly 15 to 20 kilometres, offering supermarkets, schools, medical facilities, and train connections to Melbourne on the Gippsland line. Seaview suits those drawn to a relaxed rural lifestyle within commuting reach of Melbourne's eastern fringe.

Seaview falls under postcode 3821 and is governed by the Baw Baw 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
3821
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.92°, 145.95°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
31.27 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3821

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3821 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$54,120
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,718

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3821; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Warragul
16 km
N/A (car required)
Drouin
12 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Warragul / Drouin Approx 15-25 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
Drive to Warragul or Drouin station, then V/Line Gippsland Line to Flinders Street (approx 1 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min – 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Princes Highway (M1) and South Gippsland Highway provide main road access; Warragul is the nearest regional hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all errands; nearest shops and services are in Drouin or Warragul, 12-16 km away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
140
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.9 / 100k
2yr Up 42.1% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
231.3 / 100k
2yr Up 100.4% 10yr Up 40.8%
Non-FV assault
313.7 / 100k
2yr Down 11.5% 10yr Up 33.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
733.7 / 100k
2yr Up 83.1% 10yr Up 33.0%
View all offence subgroups for Baw Baw →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Seaview known for? +

Seaview is a quiet rural locality in West Gippsland, known for its rolling green farmland and peaceful country character. Despite the name suggesting coastal views, it is an inland locality in the Shire of Baw Baw, valued for its rural lifestyle within reach of Melbourne.

How far is Seaview from Melbourne? +

Seaview is approximately 100 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Princes Highway or South Gippsland Highway.

Does Seaview have public transport? +

There is no public transport directly serving Seaview. Residents can drive to nearby Warragul (approx 16 km) or Drouin (approx 12 km) to access V/Line Gippsland Line train services to Melbourne. A car is essential.

What is the population of Seaview? +

Seaview has a population of approximately 140 residents according to the 2021 Census, spread across roughly 31 square kilometres of rural land in the Shire of Baw Baw.

Is Seaview a good place to live? +

Seaview offers a relaxed rural lifestyle in West Gippsland, with the lush countryside and open space that the region is famous for. It suits those who prefer rural living with access to Warragul's services and a reasonable commute distance to Melbourne via the Gippsland train line.

What is the postcode for Seaview? +

Seaview has the postcode 3821, which it shares with Warragul and surrounding localities in the Shire of Baw Baw.

Is Seaview a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Seaview is part of the Baw Baw 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.