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Stonehaven

VIC 3218 • Victoria

79
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
27.65 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralPeacefulAgriculturalCommuter Belt
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About Stonehaven

Stonehaven is a small rural hamlet in Victoria's Golden Plains Shire, located approximately 10 kilometres west of Geelong along the Hamilton Highway. With a 2021 Census population of just 79 residents across 27.65 square kilometres, it is one of the more sparsely settled localities on the edge of Geelong's hinterland. The landscape is characteristic of the Victorian Volcanic Plain bioregion — gently undulating basalt plains shaped by ancient lava flows, supporting a quiet agricultural community.

The hamlet consists of scattered farmhouses, a former primary school building now used as a private residence, a Country Fire Authority station, and a heritage community hall. There are no retail services within Stonehaven itself, and residents rely on Geelong for shopping, schools, healthcare, and employment. The proximity to Geelong — one of Victoria's largest regional cities — makes Stonehaven accessible to urban amenities while preserving an authentic rural lifestyle. It appeals to those seeking farming land or a peaceful rural property within commuting distance of the Geelong region.

Stonehaven falls under postcode 3218 and is governed by the Golden Plains Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Corio, while state elections fall under the Geelong (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3218
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Golden Plains
Federal Electorate
Corio
State Electorate
Geelong (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.12°, 144.22°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
27.65 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3218

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3218, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$52,889
Median 2023–24
$65,260
▲ 23.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$82,027

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3218; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A Car required to reach Geelong services

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
75 km
By Train
No direct rail service from Stonehaven; drive to Geelong Station (~10 km) then V/Line train to Melbourne Southern Cross, approx. 1 hr total
By Car (Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50 min – 1 hr 5 min

🛣️ Hamilton Highway connects Stonehaven to Geelong; Princes Freeway and Western Ring Road provide main route to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural hamlet with no shops or services — a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
79
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
189.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 57.4%
Motor vehicle theft
130.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.1%
Non-FV assault
63.3 / 100k
2yr Up 16.6% 10yr Down 22.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
174.9 / 100k
2yr Up 29.0% 10yr Down 31.2%
View all offence subgroups for Golden Plains →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stonehaven known for? +

Stonehaven is a quiet rural hamlet known for its agricultural character and location on the Victorian Volcanic Plain, with scattered farmhouses and a former heritage school building. It sits on the Hamilton Highway about 10 kilometres west of Geelong, offering a peaceful rural lifestyle on the edge of a major regional city.

How far is Stonehaven from Geelong? +

Stonehaven is approximately 10 kilometres west of Geelong CBD along the Hamilton Highway, typically a 10 to 15 minute drive. Melbourne CBD is approximately 75 kilometres to the east, around 50 minutes to 1 hour and 20 minutes by car depending on traffic.

Does Stonehaven have public transport? +

Stonehaven has no regular public transport or rail service. Residents must drive to Geelong (approximately 10 km away) to access V/Line train services to Melbourne. A private vehicle is essential for all daily travel.

What is the population of Stonehaven? +

According to the 2021 Census, Stonehaven has a population of 79 residents, spread across 27.65 square kilometres. It is a very small and sparsely populated rural locality in Golden Plains Shire.

Is Stonehaven a good place to live? +

Stonehaven suits those who value a genuinely rural lifestyle with access to a large regional city nearby. Geelong's full range of services — shopping centres, schools, hospitals, and public transport to Melbourne — are only about 10 kilometres away, making Stonehaven a practical choice for those wanting rural land close to urban amenity.

What is the postcode for Stonehaven? +

The postcode for Stonehaven is 3218, which it shares with Geelong West and surrounding suburbs in the greater Geelong area.

Is Stonehaven a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Stonehaven is part of the Golden Plains 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.