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Westbury

VIC 3825 • Victoria

163
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.52 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietHistoricCommuter Belt
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About Westbury

Westbury is a small rural locality in the Latrobe Valley of Victoria's Gippsland region, situated approximately 8 kilometres north-west of the town of Moe and around 130 kilometres east of Melbourne's CBD. The locality falls within Latrobe City Council and has a population of 163 residents, reflecting its quiet, semi-rural character amid the broader Latrobe Valley landscape. With a median household income below the state average, Westbury largely comprises agricultural land and scattered residential properties typical of outer Gippsland localities.

The locality has historical significance as a staging post on the early coach route into Gippsland, predating the arrival of the railway to the region in the 1870s. Today, residents enjoy proximity to the services of nearby Moe, including shops, schools, and healthcare, while living in a peaceful rural environment. The surrounding Gippsland countryside offers open farmland, with the region's larger towns of Morwell and Traralgon a short drive away for additional amenities and employment.

Westbury falls under postcode 3825 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
3825
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.98°, 146.34°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.52 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3825

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3825, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,312
Median 2023–24
$52,530
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,649

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3825; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Moe
8 km
Drive only

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Moe town centre 10-15 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
Drive to Moe Station, then Gippsland Line to Flinders Street (~90 min)
By Car (Peak)
1.5-2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5 hr

🛣️ Access via Princes Highway; Moe Station is the nearest rail connection

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands; no local shops or services within walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
163
▲ 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 Westbury. 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 Westbury known for? +

Westbury is a small rural locality in the Latrobe Valley with historical significance as a staging post on the early coach route into Gippsland before the railway arrived in the 1870s. Today it is a quiet farming and residential locality close to Moe.

How far is Westbury from Melbourne CBD? +

Westbury is approximately 130 kilometres east of Melbourne's CBD, making it around a 1.5-hour drive via the Princes Highway in off-peak conditions.

Does Westbury have public transport? +

Westbury has limited public transport options. The nearest train station is Moe (about 8km away) on the Gippsland Line, which connects to Melbourne Flinders Street. A car is the primary mode of transport for residents.

What is the population of Westbury? +

According to the 2021 Census, Westbury has a population of 163 residents, making it a very small rural locality within Latrobe City Council in Victoria's Gippsland region.

Is Westbury a good place to live? +

Westbury suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with affordable land and open space, while remaining within reach of Moe's services. It appeals to hobby farmers and those looking for a peaceful Gippsland setting, though a car is essential for daily needs.

What is the postcode for Westbury? +

The postcode for Westbury, VIC is 3825, which it shares with the nearby town of Moe in the Latrobe Valley.

Is Westbury a safe area? +

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