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Tyers

VIC 3844 • Victoria

893
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
46.32 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralGippslandScenicFamily-FriendlyAffordable

About Tyers

Tyers is a small rural locality in the Latrobe City Council area of Gippsland, Victoria, situated approximately 15 kilometres north of Traralgon along the Tyers River valley. With 893 residents at the 2021 census across 46 square kilometres, Tyers is an established rural community on the edge of the Strzelecki Ranges, offering a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle with proximity to the Latrobe Valley's services. The area sits within the Gippsland federal electorate and the Eastern Victoria state region.

Tyers is known for its scenic location along the Tyers River and proximity to Lake Glenmaggie and the Thomson River recreation areas. The locality attracts hobby farmers, families, and commuters working in Traralgon and the Latrobe Valley energy sector. Residents drive to Traralgon for the full range of shopping, schools, and medical services. The area offers affordable rural properties with access to Gippsland's natural attractions including the Baw Baw National Park. V/Line rail services from Traralgon station provide connections to Melbourne.

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

📍 Location

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Traralgon
15 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Local school bus — Traralgon schools 20-25 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
160 km
By Train
~2h 20min (drive to Traralgon + V/Line to Southern Cross)
By Bus
No direct service
By Car (Peak)
2h 15min via Princes Freeway
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 55min via Princes Freeway

🛣️ Most residents work locally in Traralgon or the Latrobe Valley. V/Line from Traralgon provides regular Melbourne services. Car is essential within the locality.

Walkability Car Essential

Rural area with no local shops or public transport. All services require driving to Traralgon (approx. 15 km).

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
893
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tyers known for? +

Tyers is a small rural locality near Traralgon in the Latrobe Valley, known for its position along the Tyers River and the scenic Gippsland countryside. Residents enjoy easy access to Traralgon's services.

How far is Tyers from Melbourne? +

Tyers is approximately 160-170 kilometres east of Melbourne, around a 2 hour drive via the Princes Highway.

Does Tyers have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Tyers. Traralgon station (adjacent) provides V/Line Traralgon Line services to Melbourne Southern Cross. A car is needed to reach the station.

What is the population of Tyers? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tyers has a population of approximately 893 residents, a small community in the Latrobe City Council area.

Is Tyers a good place to live? +

Tyers offers a peaceful rural lifestyle close to Traralgon's growing Latrobe Valley services and V/Line rail access to Melbourne. It suits families seeking affordable rural-fringe living in West Gippsland.

What is the postcode for Tyers? +

The postcode for Tyers is 3844.