Ullswater
VIC 3318 • Victoria
About Ullswater
Ullswater is a small rural locality in south-western Victoria, situated in the Glenelg region near the South Australian border. With a population of fewer than 50 people spread across an expansive area of around 75 square kilometres, the locality is defined by its wide pastoral landscapes and quiet agricultural character. The area is characterised by grazing properties, native bush, and the open skies typical of the Wimmera–South West district. Its sparse settlement and large lot sizes make it a distinctly rural outpost far removed from urban life.
Life in Ullswater revolves around farming and the close-knit connections of a remote rural community. The nearest major service centres are Casterton and Coleraine, which provide schools, medical services, and retail facilities. Residents here typically own large rural holdings and rely on private vehicles for all daily needs. The locality appeals to those seeking the solitude of the Victorian countryside and the lifestyle that comes with wide open spaces and minimal development.
Ullswater falls under postcode 3318 and is governed by the West Wimmera Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 3318
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3318 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3318; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Completely car-dependent. Nearest town with services is Casterton (~30 km).
No footpaths or public amenities within walking distance.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Lake Street
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34 Lake Street
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest rates for the West Wimmera Local Government Area, which contains Ullswater. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.
Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria