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Traralgon South

VIC 3844 • Victoria

553
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
17.54 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralFamily-FriendlyQuietCommuter Belt
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About Traralgon South

Traralgon South is a rural locality adjoining the southern edge of Traralgon in the City of Latrobe, situated in Victoria's Latrobe Valley within the Gippsland region, approximately 164 kilometres east of Melbourne. The locality had a population of 553 at the 2021 Census and covers around 17.5 square kilometres, transitioning from the urban fringe of Traralgon into open farming land. With a median household income above $50,000, the area attracts those seeking a semi-rural setting with ready access to Traralgon's services and employment base.

Residents of Traralgon South benefit from proximity to Traralgon's full range of amenities — supermarkets, schools, healthcare, and the Traralgon railway station with V/Line services to Melbourne. The locality's character is defined by spacious residential blocks, hobby farms, and rural properties backing onto the Latrobe Valley's rolling countryside. It appeals particularly to families and working professionals who want the peace of a rural-fringe address while remaining close to a major Gippsland service hub.

Traralgon South falls under postcode 3844 and is governed by the Latrobe Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Morwell (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3844
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Latrobe
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Morwell (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.32°, 146.61°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
17.54 km²
Population Density
32 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3844

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3844, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,470
Median 2023–24
$58,836
▲ 16.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$74,114

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3844; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Traralgon Station
3 km
N/A (drive recommended)

Bus Services

  • Latrobe City local bus services — Traralgon CBD Approx 10–15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
164 km
By Train
Drive/bus to Traralgon Station (~5 min), then V/Line to Flinders Street (~2 hr)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr

🛣️ Princes Highway (A440) provides road access; V/Line Gippsland service from Traralgon Station

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Traralgon South has no local shops; residents drive into Traralgon for all services and daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
553
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Latrobe Local Government Area, which contains Traralgon South. 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Traralgon South known for? +

Traralgon South is known as a quiet rural-fringe locality on the southern edge of Traralgon in the Latrobe Valley, offering spacious properties and a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle within easy reach of Traralgon's services and Gippsland's natural environment.

How far is Traralgon South from Melbourne? +

Traralgon South is approximately 164 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, a drive of around 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes depending on traffic and the route taken via the Princes Highway or Monash Freeway.

Does Traralgon South have public transport? +

Traralgon South itself has limited local bus services, but Traralgon Station — located approximately 3 kilometres away — offers V/Line Gippsland Line trains with regular services to Melbourne Flinders Street, making it accessible for commuters.

What is the population of Traralgon South? +

At the 2021 Census, Traralgon South had a population of 553 residents across approximately 17.5 square kilometres, reflecting its low-density rural fringe character adjacent to the larger city of Traralgon (population 26,907).

Is Traralgon South a good place to live? +

Traralgon South is well-suited to families and professionals seeking affordable semi-rural living with access to Traralgon's full range of services and V/Line connections to Melbourne. It offers a quiet lifestyle at the edge of the Latrobe Valley without sacrificing convenience.

What is the postcode for Traralgon South? +

The postcode for Traralgon South, Victoria is 3844, shared with the broader Traralgon area.

Is Traralgon South a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Traralgon South 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.