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Strathkellar

VIC 3301 • Victoria

84
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
39.17 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietHistoricAgricultural
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About Strathkellar

Strathkellar is a small rural locality situated approximately 8 kilometres north-west of Hamilton in the Southern Grampians Shire of south-western Victoria, around 249 kilometres from Melbourne. With a 2021 Census population of 84 residents spread across roughly 39 square kilometres of farmland, it is one of the quieter corners of the region. The area is characterised by open pastoral land, wide skies, and a deeply agricultural heritage dating back to the first closer settlement selections in 1907.

The locality is steeped in history, with the nearby Old Strathkellar homestead complex recognised for its heritage significance, including a well-preserved bluestone stable from the original Grange pastoral run. The Strathkellar Flax Mill, which operated as part of the wartime flax-growing effort in the 1940s, is another notable landmark. Residents rely on Hamilton for everyday services, schools, medical care, and shopping, and the surrounding countryside offers a peaceful, unhurried lifestyle well suited to those who value space, privacy, and a genuine rural setting.

Strathkellar falls under postcode 3301 and is governed by the Southern Grampians Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3301
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Grampians
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.12°, 142.03°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
39.17 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3301

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3301 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$47,152
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,703

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3301; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach — Hamilton / Melbourne (Southern Cross) Hamilton: 15 min; Melbourne: approx. 3.5 hr

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
249 km
By Train
No direct train service; travel to Hamilton for V/Line coach to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
approx. 2 hr 40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Car is the primary means of transport; Hamilton provides the nearest services and V/Line connections

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

There are no local shops or services in Strathkellar; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
84
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
139.1 / 100k
2yr Up 34.7% 10yr Down 59.2%
Motor vehicle theft
72.6 / 100k
2yr Up 19.5% 10yr Down 26.9%
Non-FV assault
405.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 104.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
133 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 57.9%
View all offence subgroups for Southern Grampians →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Strathkellar known for? +

Strathkellar is known for its rich pastoral heritage, including the historic Old Strathkellar homestead complex with its bluestone stable, and the Strathkellar Flax Mill which was central to Victoria's wartime flax-growing effort in the 1940s.

How far is Strathkellar from Melbourne? +

Strathkellar is approximately 249 kilometres west of Melbourne, making it around a 2.5 to 2.75 hour drive via the Western Highway and Hamilton.

Does Strathkellar have public transport? +

Strathkellar has no rail service or local bus routes. The nearest public transport is in Hamilton, approximately 8 kilometres away, where V/Line coach services connect to Melbourne and regional centres.

What is the population of Strathkellar? +

According to the 2021 Census, Strathkellar has a population of 84 residents, making it a very small rural locality in the Southern Grampians Shire.

Is Strathkellar a good place to live? +

Strathkellar suits those seeking a quiet, spacious rural lifestyle close to the regional centre of Hamilton. It appeals to farming families and those who value peaceful countryside living, but a car is essential for accessing all services.

What is the postcode for Strathkellar? +

The postcode for Strathkellar is 3301, which it shares with Hamilton and surrounding localities in Victoria's Southern Grampians region.

Is Strathkellar a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Strathkellar is part of the Southern Grampians 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.