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Welshpool

VIC 3966 • Victoria

361
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
53.45 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCoastalRetireesAffordable
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About Welshpool

Welshpool is a small rural town in the South Gippsland region of Victoria, situated approximately 160 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. With a population of around 331 residents, the town has a quiet, agricultural character shaped by the surrounding farmland and its proximity to the Bass Strait coastline. Welshpool lies close to Port Welshpool, one of Victoria's deepest natural harbours, which gives the area a distinctive maritime flavour.

Life in Welshpool revolves around its rural setting, with the town offering basic amenities including a general store, hotel-motel, fuel station, and a rural transaction centre backed by Bendigo Bank. The nearby Port Welshpool beach and boat ramp attract fishing and boating enthusiasts, while the scenic South Gippsland coastline offers opportunities for nature walks and birdwatching. The community is tight-knit, predominantly made up of farmers, retirees, and sea-changers drawn by the region's affordable lifestyle.

Welshpool falls under postcode 3966 and is governed by the South Gippsland Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Monash, while state elections fall under the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3966
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.63°, 146.44°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
53.45 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3966

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3966 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$40,446
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,822

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3966; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
160 km
By Train
No direct train; nearest station is Leongatha (~35 km away) on the Leongatha line
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hr

🛣️ Car essential; travel via South Gippsland Highway

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small rural township with limited footpaths; car required for most travel

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
361
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
326.2 / 100k
2yr Up 15.6% 10yr Up 15.8%
Motor vehicle theft
249.4 / 100k
2yr Up 78.8% 10yr Up 202.7%
Non-FV assault
198.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
460.5 / 100k
2yr Up 153.5% 10yr Up 71.9%
View all offence subgroups for South Gippsland →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Welshpool VIC located? +

Welshpool is a small rural town in the South Gippsland region of Victoria, approximately 160 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, near Port Welshpool on Bass Strait.

What is Port Welshpool known for? +

Port Welshpool is one of Victoria's deepest natural harbours and is popular for fishing and boating. The town has a boat ramp and serves as a departure point for Wilsons Promontory ferry services seasonally.

Is there public transport in Welshpool VIC? +

Public transport options in Welshpool are very limited. There is no train station in town; the nearest rail services are at Leongatha, about 35 km away. Car travel is essential for residents.

What amenities does Welshpool VIC have? +

Welshpool has a general store, hotel-motel, fuel station, and a rural transaction centre through Bendigo Bank. Larger shopping and services are available in Foster or Leongatha.

Is Welshpool a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Welshpool is part of the South Gippsland 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.

What is the population of Welshpool? +

Welshpool had a population of 361 at the 2021 Census.