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The Honeysuckles

VIC 3851 • Victoria

131
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
11.62 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralPeacefulAffordable
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About The Honeysuckles

The Honeysuckles is a small rural locality in the Gippsland region of Victoria, situated within the Shire of Wellington approximately 10 kilometres north-west of Sale. With a population of around 131 residents spread across approximately 11.6 square kilometres, it is a quiet, lightly settled community surrounded by the flat pastoral and wetland landscapes typical of the South Gippsland plains. The median household income is modest, reflecting its largely rural character and the agricultural nature of the surrounding area.

The locality sits amid the rural hinterland of East Gippsland, with easy access to Sale — the region's main service centre — for shopping, schools, healthcare, and employment. The broader Wellington Shire offers diverse natural attractions including the Gippsland Lakes, stretches of wetland, and the Sale Wetlands. Residents lead a quiet country lifestyle, with the nearby township of Sale providing essential services and a stronger sense of community infrastructure.

The Honeysuckles falls under postcode 3851 and is governed by the Wellington Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3851
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wellington
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.04°, 147.08°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
11.62 km²
Population Density
11 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3851

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3851, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,823
Median 2023–24
$46,324
▲ 19.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,946

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3851; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Sale
10 km
N/A — drive required

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Sale (town centre) Approx 15 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
215 km
By Train
Drive to Sale station, then approx 2.5 hrs to Southern Cross via Gippsland Line
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs 45 min – 3 hrs 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs 20 min – 2 hrs 45 min

🛣️ Princes Highway connects to Melbourne; Sale is the primary regional hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands; no shops or services within walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
131
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
494.7 / 100k
2yr Up 59.5% 10yr Down 28.0%
Motor vehicle theft
191.9 / 100k
2yr Up 84.4% 10yr Up 57.6%
Non-FV assault
432.8 / 100k
2yr Up 10.3% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
577.8 / 100k
2yr Up 81.3% 10yr Up 72.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wellington →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Honeysuckles known for? +

The Honeysuckles is a quiet rural locality in the Gippsland region, known for its peaceful pastoral surroundings near Sale and the broader wetland landscapes of the Wellington Shire.

How far is The Honeysuckles from Melbourne? +

The Honeysuckles is approximately 215 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the Princes Highway.

Does The Honeysuckles have public transport? +

There is no public transport directly serving The Honeysuckles. The nearest train station is Sale, approximately 10 kilometres away, which provides Gippsland Line services to Melbourne.

What is the population of The Honeysuckles? +

According to the 2021 Census, The Honeysuckles has a population of approximately 131 residents, making it a very small and sparsely settled rural locality.

Is The Honeysuckles a good place to live? +

The Honeysuckles suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with open space and affordable land, while remaining within a short drive of Sale's services and the natural attractions of East Gippsland.

What is the postcode for The Honeysuckles? +

The postcode for The Honeysuckles is 3851, which covers the Sale region of Victoria's East Gippsland.

Is The Honeysuckles a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. The Honeysuckles is part of the Wellington 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.