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Traralgon East

VIC 3844 • Rest of VIC

1,780
Population (2021)
$119,912
Median Household Income
34.89 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
GippslandFamily-FriendlyAffordableRegionalEstablished

About Traralgon East

Traralgon East is a residential suburb on the eastern fringe of Traralgon in Victoria's Latrobe Valley, approximately 150 kilometres east of Melbourne. With around 1,800 residents and a median age of 40-59, it offers a peaceful, family-oriented lifestyle. The suburb has an remarkably high owner-occupancy rate of 94%, indicating a stable, established community of long-term residents.

Life in Traralgon East combines country living with urban convenience, situated at the gateway to Gippsland's attractions. Residents enjoy larger blocks and newer homes at more affordable prices than Melbourne suburbs. The area attracts families seeking value, professionals working in the Latrobe Valley's energy sector, and those drawn to the region's natural beauty. Median house prices around 00,000 offer excellent value compared to metropolitan areas.

Traralgon East falls under postcode 3844 and is governed by Latrobe Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Morwell (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3844
Urban Area
Traralgon - Churchill
LGA / Council
Latrobe
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Morwell (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.19°, 146.59°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
34.89 km²
Elevation
55m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$735K
5 sales · ▼ 13.5% 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)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,700
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
46 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Traralgon
3 km
35 min

Bus Services

  • 1, 5, 8, 9 — Traralgon town centre 10-15 min
  • 40, 41 — Morwell, Moe 20-30 min

Commute to Melbourne

Distance
150 km
By Train
2 hr 10 min (V/Line to Southern Cross)
By Bus
2 hr 25 min (V/Line coach)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min

🛣️ V/Line train from Traralgon station provides direct service to Melbourne. Most residents work locally in Latrobe Valley.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Suburban area on town fringe. Local buses available but car preferred for most errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
634.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 28.8%
Motor vehicle theft
412.9 / 100k
2yr Up 78.3% 10yr Up 35.7%
Non-FV assault
642 / 100k
2yr Up 16.1% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
5 / 100k
2yr Down 21.3% 10yr Up 87.9%
Steal from vehicle
1,065 / 100k
2yr Up 33.2% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Latrobe →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,726
Census 2021
1,780
▲ 3.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$41,288
Personal Income 2021
$47,580
▲ 15.2% 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
$47,580 / yr
$915/wk
Household
$119,912 / yr
$2306/wk
Family
$129,740 / yr
$2495/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,552
Born Overseas 167

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 43
  • 2. New Zealand 21
  • 3. Netherlands 15
  • 4. Vietnam 10
  • 5. Italy 9
  • 6. Germany 6
  • 7. Scotland 6
  • 8. China 5
  • 9. Thailand 5
  • 10. Ireland 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 765
English 701
Irish 212
Scottish 198
Italian 115
German 92
Dutch 88
Maltese 30
Greek 18
Polish 18

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,209
Both parents born in Australia
288
Both parents born overseas
228
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.8%
No Religion
43.4%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
64 (3.6%)
5-14 years
226 (12.7%)
15-19 years
124 (7.0%)
20-24 years
81 (4.6%)
25-34 years
156 (8.8%)
35-44 years
214 (12.0%)
45-54 years
299 (16.8%)
55-64 years
270 (15.2%)
65-74 years
240 (13.5%)
75-84 years
88 (4.9%)
85+ years
24 (1.3%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Traralgon East known for? +

Traralgon East is a residential suburb on the fringe of Traralgon, the largest city in the Latrobe Valley, offering affordable housing with access to Traralgon's growing services and direct rail connection to Melbourne via the Traralgon Line.

How far is Traralgon East from Melbourne? +

Traralgon East is approximately 165 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD. Traralgon station (adjacent) provides V/Line Traralgon Line services to Melbourne Southern Cross in approximately 1 hour 50 minutes.

Does Traralgon East have public transport? +

Traralgon East is effectively served by Traralgon station (the terminus of the Traralgon Line) with regular V/Line train services to Melbourne Southern Cross. Local bus routes also connect the suburb to Traralgon's city centre.

What is the population of Traralgon East? +

According to the 2021 Census, Traralgon East has a population of approximately 1,780 residents, part of the broader Traralgon urban area in the Latrobe Valley.

Is Traralgon East a good place to live? +

Traralgon East offers very affordable housing on the edge of Traralgon, the Latrobe Valley's main commercial centre, with direct V/Line rail access to Melbourne. It suits families and workers in the Latrobe Valley's growing healthcare, education, and energy sectors.

What is the postcode for Traralgon East? +

The postcode for Traralgon East is 3844.

What is the average income in Traralgon East? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Traralgon East is about $915 per week (around $47,600 per year). The median household income is $2,306 per week and the median family income is $2,495 per week.

What is the median house price in Traralgon East? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $735,000, down 13.5% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Traralgon East? +

The median age in Traralgon East is 46. The largest age group is 45–54 (299 residents, around 17%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 20% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Traralgon East a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Traralgon East is part of the Latrobe 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 Traralgon East? +

In Traralgon East, the median weekly rent is $400, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,700 (2021 Census).