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Werneth

VIC 3352 • Victoria

66
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
146.76 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural
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About Werneth

Werneth is a small rural locality in the Central Highlands of Victoria, situated approximately 110 kilometres west of Melbourne within the Moorabool Shire. Covering around 147 square kilometres of rolling farmland and bushland, the locality lies in the region between Ballarat and the Pyrenees Ranges. With a 2021 Census population of 66 residents, Werneth is a quiet pastoral community set among the open agricultural landscapes of central Victoria.

The surrounding countryside is typical of the western Victorian Midlands, with mixed farming enterprises operating across undulating terrain with scattered gum tree stands and seasonal creeks. Ballarat, approximately 50 kilometres to the north-east, provides access to Victoria's second-largest regional city, offering comprehensive services, hospitals, universities, and the cultural attractions of a major regional centre. Werneth suits farming families and those seeking quiet rural living within practical reach of Ballarat's extensive amenities.

Werneth falls under postcode 3352 and is governed by the Golden Plains Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Wendouree (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3352
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Golden Plains
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Wendouree (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.48°, 143.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
146.76 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3352

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3352, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$48,120
Median 2023–24
$57,054
▲ 18.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,245

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3352; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ballarat
50 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • No local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
110 km
By Train
V/Line from Ballarat (~1 hr to Southern Cross)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Accessed via Western Ring Road and Western Highway (A8); car essential to reach Ballarat

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Werneth is a rural locality with no local services; Ballarat is the nearest major service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
66
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
189.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 57.4%
Motor vehicle theft
130.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.1%
Non-FV assault
63.3 / 100k
2yr Up 16.6% 10yr Down 22.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
174.9 / 100k
2yr Up 29.0% 10yr Down 31.2%
View all offence subgroups for Golden Plains →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Werneth known for? +

Werneth is a quiet rural farming locality in the Central Highlands of Victoria, known for its open agricultural character and position within the Moorabool Shire between Ballarat and the Pyrenees wine region.

How far is Werneth from Melbourne? +

Werneth is approximately 110 kilometres west of Melbourne, roughly a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Western Highway.

Does Werneth have public transport? +

Werneth has no local public transport. The nearest V/Line train station is Ballarat, approximately 50 kilometres away, with frequent services to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Werneth? +

According to the 2021 Census, Werneth has a population of approximately 66 residents across its 147 square kilometre area, making it a sparsely populated rural locality.

Is Werneth a good place to live? +

Werneth suits farming families and those who value quiet rural Victorian living, with Ballarat's comprehensive services accessible within an hour's drive and the scenic Pyrenees wine region nearby.

What is the postcode for Werneth? +

The postcode for Werneth is 3352.

Is Werneth a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Werneth is part of the Golden Plains 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.