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Strzelecki

VIC 3950 • Victoria

107
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
30.85 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralPeacefulHinterlandAgricultural
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About Strzelecki

Strzelecki is a small rural locality in the foothills of the Strzelecki Ranges in South Gippsland, Victoria, approximately 12 kilometres north-east of Korumburra and around 120 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. The locality falls within South Gippsland Shire Council and covers about 31 square kilometres of hilly grazing and dairy country. Named after the Polish explorer Paweł Edmund Strzelecki, who traversed this region in 1840, the area has a recorded 2021 Census population of 107 residents and retains a deeply rural character with scattered farmsteads and very few permanent village-style services.

The surrounding Strzelecki Ranges offer picturesque scenery, with rolling forested hills, pastoral valleys, and proximity to the Grand Ridge Road — a popular scenic drive that runs along the crest of the ranges offering views across to Bass Strait in the south and the Latrobe Valley in the north. Residents rely on Korumburra for everyday services including shops, medical facilities, schools, and rail connections to Melbourne. The area suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with working farmland, though a private vehicle is essential for getting around.

Strzelecki falls under postcode 3950 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
3950
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.44°, 145.81°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
30.85 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3950

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3950, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,343
Median 2023–24
$50,365
▲ 21.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,685

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3950; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Korumburra Station
12 km
Not walkable — car required

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach services — Melbourne (Southern Cross) Approx. 2h 15 min via Korumburra

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Korumburra (12 km) then V/Line train to Melbourne — approx. 1h 30 min by train
By Car (Peak)
1h 45 min – 2h 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 30 min – 1h 45 min

🛣️ South Gippsland Highway provides main road access; car essential for all local travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Strzelecki has no village centre or shops; all errands require driving to Korumburra or other nearby towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
107
▲ 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 Strzelecki. 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 Strzelecki known for? +

Strzelecki is known for its rural character within the Strzelecki Ranges in South Gippsland, and for its association with the Polish explorer Paweł Edmund Strzelecki who traversed the area in 1840. The locality is surrounded by dairy and grazing farmland with scenic views along the Grand Ridge Road.

How far is Strzelecki from Melbourne CBD? +

Strzelecki is approximately 120 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, equating to a drive of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes depending on traffic and conditions on the South Gippsland Highway.

Does Strzelecki have public transport? +

There is no public transport directly serving Strzelecki. The nearest rail access is Korumburra Station, approximately 12 kilometres away, which is served by V/Line services to Melbourne. A private vehicle is essential for residents of this area.

What is the population of Strzelecki? +

According to the 2021 Census, Strzelecki (VIC) has a population of 107 residents, making it a very small rural locality within South Gippsland Shire.

Is Strzelecki a good place to live? +

Strzelecki suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle surrounded by the rolling hills and farmland of the Strzelecki Ranges. Its proximity to Korumburra and the scenic South Gippsland region is appealing, though residents must be comfortable with limited local services and a reliance on private vehicle transport.

What is the postcode for Strzelecki, VIC? +

The postcode for Strzelecki, Victoria is 3950.

Is Strzelecki a safe area? +

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