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Trafalgar

VIC 3824 • Rest of VIC

4,349
Population (2021)
$75,296
Median Household Income
67.92 km²
Area
$300/wk
Median Rent
Country TownFamily-FriendlyGrowth SuburbAffordableGippsland

About Trafalgar

Trafalgar is a growing country town in the Baw Baw Shire of West Gippsland, Victoria, located approximately 115 kilometres east of Melbourne along the Princes Freeway. With a population of around 4,350 and a median age of 41, it has evolved from a small farming community into a popular residential town attracting families and retirees. The town sits at the foot of the Strzelecki Ranges and serves as a gateway to the broader Gippsland region.

Trafalgar offers a genuine small-town atmosphere with local shops, cafés, a supermarket, primary and secondary schools, and sporting facilities along its main street. The town is well-known for the annual Trafalgar Battle of Trafalgar Festival and its strong community spirit. Residents enjoy proximity to the Gippsland countryside, including nearby attractions like Walhalla and the Baw Baw ranges. With a median weekly rent of 00 and affordable mortgages, it appeals to families seeking value and space beyond Melbourne's suburban fringe.

Trafalgar falls under postcode 3824 and is governed by Baw Baw Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3824
Urban Area
Baw Baw
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.16°, 146.15°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
67.92 km²
Elevation
77m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$625K
30 sales · ▲ 5.9% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$535K
4 sales · ▲ 25.9% 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)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,432
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
41 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Trafalgar
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • Town bus — Moe & Warragul 15-20 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
115 km
By Train
1 hr 40 min (V/Line to Southern Cross)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Via Princes Freeway/M1. V/Line runs multiple daily services.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Town centre is walkable for essentials but most residents drive for shopping and commuting.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.9 / 100k
2yr Up 42.1% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
231.3 / 100k
2yr Up 100.4% 10yr Up 40.8%
Non-FV assault
313.7 / 100k
2yr Down 11.5% 10yr Up 33.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
733.7 / 100k
2yr Up 83.1% 10yr Up 33.0%
View all offence subgroups for Baw Baw →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,912
Census 2021
4,349
▲ 11.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$31,616
Personal Income 2021
$37,856
▲ 19.7% 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
$37,856 / yr
$728/wk
Household
$75,296 / yr
$1448/wk
Family
$97,760 / yr
$1880/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,677
Born Overseas 423

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 136
  • 2. India 28
  • 3. New Zealand 27
  • 4. Scotland 22
  • 5. Netherlands 21
  • 6. Germany 20
  • 7. Vietnam 17
  • 8. Italy 16
  • 9. South Africa 14
  • 10. Samoa 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,891
Australian 1,878
Scottish 493
Irish 485
Italian 205
German 181
Dutch 144
Australian Aboriginal 59
Maltese 46
New Zealander 30

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,020
Both parents born in Australia
604
Both parents born overseas
469
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.0%
Christianity
39.9%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
266 (6.1%)
5-14 years
609 (14.0%)
15-19 years
245 (5.6%)
20-24 years
197 (4.5%)
25-34 years
492 (11.3%)
35-44 years
536 (12.3%)
45-54 years
532 (12.2%)
55-64 years
474 (10.9%)
65-74 years
561 (12.9%)
75-84 years
319 (7.3%)
85+ years
129 (3.0%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Trafalgar known for? +

Trafalgar is known as a growing country town in West Gippsland with direct V/Line train access to Melbourne, making it increasingly popular with commuters and tree-changers. The town has a strong community with local shops, cafes, schools, and sporting facilities.

How far is Trafalgar from Melbourne? +

Trafalgar is approximately 120 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD. From Trafalgar station on the Traralgon Line, the journey to Melbourne Southern Cross takes approximately 1 hour 20-30 minutes.

Does Trafalgar have public transport? +

Trafalgar station on the V/Line Traralgon Line provides regular train services to Melbourne Southern Cross, making it one of the better-connected Gippsland towns for Melbourne commuters.

What is the population of Trafalgar? +

According to the 2021 Census, Trafalgar has a population of approximately 4,349 residents, growing steadily as Melbourne commuters discover the town's affordability and rail access.

Is Trafalgar a good place to live? +

Trafalgar offers an excellent combination of affordability, direct V/Line train access to Melbourne, and a welcoming country town community in the Baw Baw Shire. It is one of Gippsland's most practical tree-change destinations for Melbourne commuters.

What is the postcode for Trafalgar? +

The postcode for Trafalgar is 3824.

What is the average income in Trafalgar? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Trafalgar is about $728 per week (around $37,900 per year). The median household income is $1,448 per week and the median family income is $1,880 per week.

What is the median house price in Trafalgar? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $625,000, up 5.9% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $535,000, up 25.9% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Trafalgar? +

The median age in Trafalgar is 41. The largest age group is 5–14 (609 residents, around 14%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 23% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Trafalgar a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Trafalgar is part of the Baw Baw 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 Trafalgar? +

In Trafalgar, the median weekly rent is $300, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,432 (2021 Census).