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Vesper

VIC 3833 • Victoria

50
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.05 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietSemi-Rural
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About Vesper

Vesper is a small rural locality in Gippsland, Victoria, situated approximately 25 kilometres south-west of Bairnsdale within the East Gippsland Shire. Covering around 18 square kilometres of mixed farming and remnant bushland country, it had a 2021 Census population of approximately 50 residents. The locality lies within the transition zone between the Gippsland Lakes district and the Strzelecki Ranges foothills, featuring beef cattle grazing properties and rural residential land.

Bairnsdale serves as the regional hub for East Gippsland, providing comprehensive retail, healthcare, education, and V/Line rail connections for the surrounding rural district. The Gippsland Lakes — a spectacular system of coastal lagoons and waterways — and the iconic Ninety Mile Beach are significant natural attractions of the broader region. Vesper suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in Gippsland within practical reach of Bairnsdale's regional services and the natural wonders of the Gippsland Lakes.

Vesper falls under postcode 3833 and is governed by the Baw Baw Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Monash, while state elections fall under the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3833
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.83°, 146.08°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.05 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bairnsdale Station
25 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for all trips N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
280 km
By Train
V/Line from Bairnsdale to Melbourne Southern Cross (approx. 3 hr 20 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 50 min - 3 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 35 min - 3 hr

🛣️ Princes Highway via Bairnsdale provides access; Bairnsdale is the nearest rail and service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Vesper has no local services; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
50
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Baw Baw Local Government Area, which contains Vesper. 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vesper known for? +

Vesper is a quiet rural locality near Bairnsdale in East Gippsland, set within the mixed farming country between the Gippsland Lakes and the Strzelecki Ranges foothills.

How far is Vesper from Bairnsdale? +

Vesper is approximately 25 kilometres south-west of Bairnsdale, typically a 25 to 35 minute drive on Gippsland roads.

Does Vesper have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Vesper. The nearest V/Line rail service is at Bairnsdale (approximately 25 km), with trains connecting to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Vesper? +

According to the 2021 Census, Vesper has a population of approximately 50 residents across its 18 square kilometre area near Bairnsdale.

Is Vesper a good place to live? +

Vesper suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in East Gippsland, with Bairnsdale's services and the spectacular Gippsland Lakes and Ninety Mile Beach both accessible within a short drive.

What is the postcode for Vesper? +

The postcode for Vesper, VIC is 3833.

Is Vesper a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Vesper 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.