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Toora North

VIC 3962 • Victoria

107
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
36.72 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralPeacefulAgriculturalHinterland
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About Toora North

Toora North is a small rural locality in the South Gippsland region of Victoria, situated in the hills north of Toora township and approximately 180 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. It falls within South Gippsland Shire Council and covers around 37 square kilometres of hilly farmland. With a recorded 2021 Census population of 107 residents, Toora North is characterised by dairy farming and grazing properties scattered across a gently undulating pastoral landscape.

The nearby township of Toora, approximately 5 kilometres to the south, provides residents with basic services including a general store and access to the South Gippsland Highway. Foster, the nearest larger service centre at around 13 kilometres to the west, offers a broader range of shops, schools, and medical services. The surrounding area is rich in agricultural heritage, and Toora North historically hosted tin mining operations, with the Tin Mine School operating from 1907 until 1942. Residents enjoy a peaceful, semi-isolated lifestyle with close access to the natural beauty of Wilsons Promontory National Park.

Toora North falls under postcode 3962 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 Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3962
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.60°, 146.36°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
36.72 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3962

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3962 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$42,615
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$51,758

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3962; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach services — Melbourne (Southern Cross) via South Gippsland Highway Approx. 2h 30 min – 3h from Toora

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
180 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Leongatha (approx. 37 km); V/Line Bairnsdale Line from Leongatha to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
2h 15 min – 2h 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h – 2h 20 min

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

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Toora North has no village centre or local shops; residents must drive to Toora or Foster for all services and errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 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 Toora North. 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 Toora North known for? +

Toora North is known for its dairy farming and grazing heritage in the South Gippsland region, as well as its historical tin mining operations that ran from the 1880s until around 1942. The area offers quiet rural living close to Wilsons Promontory National Park.

How far is Toora North from Melbourne CBD? +

Toora North is approximately 180 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 2-hour to 2-hour 45-minute drive along the South Gippsland Highway.

Does Toora North have public transport? +

There is no direct public transport serving Toora North. V/Line coach services operate through the broader Toora and Foster area, providing connections toward Melbourne, but residents are primarily reliant on private vehicles for daily travel.

What is the population of Toora North? +

According to the 2021 Census, Toora North has a population of 107 residents, reflecting its character as a small dispersed farming locality in South Gippsland.

Is Toora North a good place to live? +

Toora North appeals to those who value rural living, farming, and access to natural landscapes. Its proximity to Toora, Foster, and Wilsons Promontory National Park offers lifestyle benefits, but limited local services and long commuting distances make it best suited to those with a genuine connection to land-based livelihoods or those seeking a quiet retreat.

What is the postcode for Toora North? +

The postcode for Toora North, Victoria is 3962.

Is Toora North a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Toora North 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.