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Terang

VIC 3264 • Rest of VIC

2,254
Population (2021)
$60,424
Median Household Income
119.38 km²
Area
$225/wk
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalFamily-FriendlyCountry TownAffordable

About Terang

Terang is a rural service town in the Corangamite Shire of south-western Victoria, situated on the Princes Highway approximately 215 kilometres south-west of Melbourne and 48 kilometres north-east of Warrnambool. With a population of around 2,254 residents, it serves as a key agricultural centre for the rich dairy-farming district of the Corangamite region. The town has a median age of 49 and a strong Catholic heritage, with many long-established families with Irish and Scottish ancestry contributing to its character.

Terang offers the charm of a self-sufficient country town with a vibrant main street that includes supermarkets, bakeries, hotels, medical services, a small hospital, and primary and secondary schools. The town is surrounded by productive volcanic plains farmland and is within easy reach of the Great Ocean Road and coastal attractions. Warrnambool's larger retail and cultural precinct is about 45 minutes west by car. Terang appeals strongly to farming families, retirees, and those seeking an authentic rural Victorian lifestyle at an affordable cost.

Terang falls under postcode 3264 and is governed by Corangamite Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3264
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Corangamite
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.25°, 142.89°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
119.38 km²
Elevation
132m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Terang for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$365K
6 sales · ▼ 4.6% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$225
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,066
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
49 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.9%

23 state housing + 4 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Terang Station (disused)
0.5 km
6 min
Warrnambool Station
48 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • V/Line Coach — Warrnambool / Geelong / Melbourne ~3h to Melbourne CBD

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
215 km
By Train
~3h (coach to Warrnambool then train to Melbourne)
By Bus
~3h 30min via V/Line coach
By Car (Peak)
~2h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~2h 15min

🛣️ V/Line coach connects to Warrnambool rail services; most locals drive for day trips to Melbourne

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Town centre services are accessible on foot; surrounding areas require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.8 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
209.1 / 100k
2yr Up 58.8% 10yr Up 30.6%
Non-FV assault
164.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
253.4 / 100k
2yr Up 137.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Corangamite →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,288
Census 2021
2,254
▼ 1.5% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$26,780
Personal Income 2021
$33,852
▲ 26.4% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$33,852 / yr
$651/wk
Household
$60,424 / yr
$1162/wk
Family
$80,704 / yr
$1552/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,980
Born Overseas 135

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 28
  • 2. New Zealand 28
  • 3. Netherlands 12
  • 4. Philippines 10
  • 5. China 8
  • 6. India 8
  • 7. Fiji 5
  • 8. Nepal 5
  • 9. Germany 3
  • 10. Ireland 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 975
English 904
Irish 425
Scottish 265
German 63
Dutch 44
Italian 36
Australian Aboriginal 25
Indian 14
Chinese 13

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,754
Both parents born in Australia
173
Both parents born overseas
154
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.5%
No Religion
37.5%
Sikhism
0.4%
Hinduism
0.3%
Buddhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
96 (4.3%)
5-14 years
256 (11.4%)
15-19 years
113 (5.0%)
20-24 years
106 (4.7%)
25-34 years
232 (10.3%)
35-44 years
220 (9.8%)
45-54 years
262 (11.6%)
55-64 years
359 (15.9%)
65-74 years
298 (13.2%)
75-84 years
204 (9.1%)
85+ years
105 (4.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Terang known for? +

Terang is a rural service town known for its thriving dairy farming community and position on the Princes Highway corridor through south-west Victoria. The town has good local services including schools, a hospital, and retail options for the surrounding Corangamite Shire.

How far is Terang from Melbourne? +

Terang is approximately 210 kilometres west of Melbourne CBD, around a 2 hour 20 minute drive via the Princes Highway.

Does Terang have public transport? +

Terang is served by V/Line bus services on the Melbourne-Warrnambool corridor, with connections to Warrnambool station (approximately 50 km west) for train services to Melbourne.

What is the population of Terang? +

According to the 2021 Census, Terang has a population of approximately 2,254 residents, the main service centre for the surrounding Corangamite Shire dairy farming district.

Is Terang a good place to live? +

Terang offers very affordable country living in south-west Victoria with strong local services and a productive agricultural community. It suits farming families and those who value a quiet regional lifestyle within reach of Warrnambool and Camperdown.

What is the postcode for Terang? +

The postcode for Terang is 3264.

What is the average income in Terang? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Terang is about $651 per week (around $33,900 per year). The median household income is $1,162 per week and the median family income is $1,552 per week.

What is the median house price in Terang? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $365,000, down 4.6% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Terang? +

The median age in Terang is 49. The largest age group is 55–64 (359 residents, around 16%). Around 21% of residents are under 20 and about 27% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Terang a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Terang is part of the Corangamite 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.

How much is rent in Terang? +

In Terang, the median weekly rent is $225, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,066 (2021 Census).