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Toolangi

VIC 3777 • Victoria

366
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
168.95 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
BushlandRuralLeafyQuietTree-Lined

About Toolangi

Toolangi is a small bushland locality in Victoria's Yarra Ranges and Murrindindi Shire, situated approximately 73 kilometres north-east of Melbourne and 21 kilometres north of Healesville. With a population of around 366 residents scattered across a 169 square kilometre area, the community sits at an elevation of 595 metres amid the tall forests and fern gullies of the Toolangi State Forest. The Taungurung word 'Toolangi' means stringybark, reflecting the ancient mountain ash and stringybark forests that define the landscape.

Toolangi has a rich history as a timber-cutting community dating to the 1860s and is celebrated as the former home of beloved Australian poet C.J. Dennis, who created 'The Sentimental Bloke' while living in the area. The locality receives over 1,350 mm of rainfall annually, creating a lush, green environment popular with nature lovers, bushwalkers, and tree changers from Melbourne. Residents embrace a connected bushland lifestyle, with Healesville and its wildlife sanctuary a short drive south and the broader Yarra Valley wine region close at hand.

Toolangi falls under postcode 3777 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eildon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3777
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Eildon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.61°, 145.51°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
168.95 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Lilydale Station
35 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • McKenzie's Bus Lines services — Healesville / Lilydale approx. 30–45 min to Healesville

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
73 km
By Train
Drive to Lilydale (~35 km), then Lilydale Line to Flinders Street: approx. 60 min total
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Melba Highway passes nearby; Mount Toolangi Road links to Healesville to the south

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Car ownership is essential; Toolangi has minimal local services and residents travel to Healesville for shops and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
366
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Toolangi known for? +

Toolangi is known for its towering mountain ash forests, high rainfall, and its connection to Australian poet C.J. Dennis who created 'The Sentimental Bloke' while living in the area. The locality sits on the edge of the Toolangi State Forest and is popular with bushwalkers and nature lovers.

How far is Toolangi from Melbourne? +

Toolangi is approximately 73 kilometres north-east of the Melbourne CBD, making it a 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minute drive in normal traffic conditions via Healesville or the Melba Highway.

Does Toolangi have public transport? +

Toolangi has limited public transport. McKenzie's Bus Lines provide some connections to Healesville, from where you can access broader services. The nearest Melbourne Metro train station is Lilydale, approximately 35 km away. A car is essential for daily life.

What is the population of Toolangi? +

According to the 2021 Census, Toolangi has a population of 366 residents spread across approximately 169 square kilometres of forested countryside in the Yarra Ranges and Murrindindi shires.

Is Toolangi a good place to live? +

Toolangi is ideal for those seeking a quiet, nature-immersed lifestyle in the mountain forests north-east of Melbourne. It appeals to tree changers, artists, and outdoor enthusiasts who do not mind the drive to services in Healesville or the broader Yarra Valley.

What is the postcode for Toolangi? +

The postcode for Toolangi is 3777, shared with several other localities in the Yarra Ranges area.