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Staughton Vale

VIC 3221 • Victoria

105
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
34.08 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
BushlandHeritageRuralQuiet
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About Staughton Vale

Staughton Vale is a rural locality within the City of Greater Geelong in western Victoria, covering a substantial 34 square kilometres approximately 62 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. With a population of just 105 residents, much of the locality is occupied by the south-eastern section of Brisbane Ranges National Park. Named after pioneer settler Simon Staughton who established his ‘Exeter’ pastoral run in the area around 1850, the locality retains a strong historic and rural character.

Brisbane Ranges National Park offers extensive bushwalking, birdwatching, and wildflower viewing, with the park renowned for its orchid populations in spring. A rural campus of Bacchus Marsh Grammar School and an outdoor education centre operated by Northern Bay College are located within Staughton Vale, drawing visiting school groups year-round. Most private properties are situated along Staughton Vale Road. Geelong, the nearest major city, is around 30 minutes’ drive and provides full services including shopping, healthcare, and V/Line rail connections to Melbourne.

Staughton Vale falls under postcode 3221 and is governed by the Greater Geelong Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Corangamite, while state elections fall under the South Barwon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3221
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Geelong
Federal Electorate
Corangamite
State Electorate
South Barwon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.18°, 144.43°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
34.08 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3221

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3221 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$58,927
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$92,552

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3221; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Lara Station
25 km
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Geelong Station
35 km
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Bus Services

  • No direct bus service — Nearest bus services are in Geelong and Lara N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
62 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Lara or Geelong Station then V/Line to Southern Cross (~1.5 hours total)
By Car (Peak)
1 hour 10 min – 1 hour 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50 min – 1 hour 10 min

🛣️ Access via Bacchus Marsh Road and the Western Freeway or Geelong Ring Road; Geelong ~30 min by car

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops or services within the locality; Brisbane Ranges National Park covers most of the area

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
105
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
357.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 56.6%
Motor vehicle theft
236.5 / 100k
2yr Up 57.4% 10yr Down 43.2%
Non-FV assault
291.6 / 100k
2yr Up 10.1% 10yr Up 20.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.4 / 100k
2yr Down 65.3% 10yr Down 53.8%
Steal from vehicle
772.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 42.4%
View all offence subgroups for Greater Geelong →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Staughton Vale known for? +

Staughton Vale is known for the Brisbane Ranges National Park, which covers much of the locality and is famous for its spring wildflowers and orchids. The area also has historical significance, named after pioneer settler Simon Staughton who established a pastoral run here in the 1850s.

How far is Staughton Vale from Melbourne CBD? +

Staughton Vale is approximately 62 kilometres south-west of Melbourne CBD, about a 50-minute to 1-hour drive via the Western Freeway in off-peak conditions.

Does Staughton Vale have public transport? +

Staughton Vale does not have direct public transport services. The nearest train stations are Lara (25 km) and Geelong (35 km), both on the V/Line Geelong line to Melbourne. A car is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Staughton Vale? +

According to the 2021 Census, Staughton Vale has a population of approximately 105 residents spread across 34 square kilometres, with much of the land occupied by national park.

Is Staughton Vale a good place to live? +

Staughton Vale is ideal for those who value bushland surroundings, wildlife, and a quiet rural lifestyle. With Geelong just 30 minutes away for services and Melbourne within an hour, it combines natural beauty with reasonable access to urban amenities.

What is the postcode for Staughton Vale? +

The postcode for Staughton Vale is 3221, shared with several other localities in the Greater Geelong area.

Is Staughton Vale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Staughton Vale is part of the Greater Geelong 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.