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Woorndoo

VIC 3272 • Victoria

160
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
318.30 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCommunity
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About Woorndoo

Woorndoo is a small rural town in Victoria's Western District, situated approximately 259 kilometres west of Melbourne in the Shire of Moyne. The locality covers an expansive area of around 318 square kilometres of rolling pastoral land, with a population of 160 according to the 2021 Census. The area has a long agricultural heritage, with grazing and mixed farming central to the local economy, and the community's character reflects the deep rural traditions of western Victoria.

Woorndoo is closely linked with the nearby township of Mortlake, together fielding the Woorndoo-Mortlake football team in the Mininera and District Football League — a cornerstone of community life. Residents access most services in Mortlake or the larger town of Camperdown, with Warrnambool about 90 kilometres to the south offering a full range of regional services. The landscape is ideal for those seeking wide open spaces, a tight-knit farming community, and the unhurried lifestyle of regional Victoria.

Woorndoo falls under postcode 3272 and is governed by the Moyne Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3272
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moyne
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.98°, 142.85°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
318.30 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3272

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3272, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,333
Median 2023–24
$47,826
▲ 28.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,843

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3272; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Camperdown / Warrnambool Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
259 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hrs

🛣️ Via Princes Highway; Warrnambool is the nearest large regional centre (~90 km south)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Woorndoo has very limited local services — a car is essential for shopping and daily errands in Mortlake or Camperdown

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
160
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
191.1 / 100k
2yr Up 12.2% 10yr Down 37.3%
Motor vehicle theft
84.3 / 100k
2yr Up 35.0% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
118 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 26.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
264.2 / 100k
2yr Up 45.4% 10yr Up 63.8%
View all offence subgroups for Moyne →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Woorndoo known for? +

Woorndoo is known for its pastoral farming heritage and its community connection with neighbouring Mortlake, including the Woorndoo-Mortlake football team which competes in the Mininera and District Football League.

How far is Woorndoo from Melbourne CBD? +

Woorndoo is approximately 259 kilometres west of Melbourne CBD, a drive of around 2.5 to 3 hours via the Princes Highway.

Does Woorndoo have public transport? +

Woorndoo has no rail service or regular bus routes. Residents rely on private vehicles for all transport, with Mortlake and Camperdown the nearest towns for services.

What is the population of Woorndoo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Woorndoo had a population of 160 residents across a large rural area of approximately 318 square kilometres in Victoria's Western District.

Is Woorndoo a good place to live? +

Woorndoo suits those seeking a quiet, agricultural lifestyle away from urban centres, with a genuine country community atmosphere. It is best suited to those who work locally or run farming properties and value peace over convenience.

What is the postcode for Woorndoo? +

Woorndoo's postcode is 3272, in the Shire of Moyne area of Victoria's Western District.

Is Woorndoo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Woorndoo is part of the Moyne 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.