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Timboon West

VIC 3268 • Victoria

57
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
25.00 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralDairy CountryGourmet FoodGreat Ocean RoadVolcanic Soils
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About Timboon West

Timboon West is a small rural locality in the Corangamite Shire of south-western Victoria, located adjacent to the township of Timboon, approximately 200 kilometres southwest of Melbourne. With a population of 57 at the 2021 census across 25 square kilometres, it sits in the lush green dairy country of the volcanic Western District near the Twelve Apostles coastline. The area features rich volcanic soils supporting intensive dairy farming.

Timboon West is part of the renowned Timboon dairy district, home to artisan producers including the Timboon Railway Shed Distillery and Berry's Creek Gourmet Cheese. The Great Ocean Road and Twelve Apostles are a short drive south, making the area popular with food tourists. Residents enjoy a peaceful farming lifestyle with Timboon providing basic shopping and services. The locality attracts dairy farmers and food industry workers in this gourmet food destination.

Timboon West falls under postcode 3268 and is governed by the Corangamite 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
3268
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Corangamite
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.54°, 142.91°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
25.00 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3268

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3268, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,009
Median 2023–24
$51,720
▲ 29.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,635

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3268; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Colac Station
55 km
N/A

Commute to Timboon

Distance
3 km
By Train
N/A — no rail; nearest station at Colac (55 km)
By Bus
N/A — no bus service
By Car (Peak)
5 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 min

🛣️ Timboon is adjacent. Warrnambool is 50 min west. Melbourne is about 3 hours via Princes Highway.

Walkability Car Essential

Rural locality adjacent to Timboon. Car needed for all services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
57
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Corangamite Local Government Area, which contains Timboon West. 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Timboon West known for? +

Timboon West is a small rural locality adjacent to the Timboon township in south-west Victoria, in the same region as the iconic Great Ocean Road. The area is known for dairy farming and the Timboon Fine Ice Cream and Railway Shed Distillery that have given the broader Timboon township a growing foodie reputation.

How far is Timboon West from Melbourne? +

Timboon West is approximately 210-220 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, around a 2 hour 30-45 minute drive via the Princes Highway and south to the coast.

Does Timboon West have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Timboon West. The nearest services are in Timboon township. A car is essential.

What is the population of Timboon West? +

According to the 2021 Census, Timboon West has a population of approximately 57 residents, a small rural community on the outskirts of Timboon township.

Is Timboon West a good place to live? +

Timboon West suits farming families and those seeking a rural lifestyle adjacent to the Timboon township's growing food and tourism scene, within easy reach of the Twelve Apostles and Great Ocean Road.

What is the postcode for Timboon West? +

The postcode for Timboon West is 3268.

Is Timboon West a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Timboon West 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.