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Wy Yung

VIC 3875 • Rest of VIC

1,940
Population (2021)
$78,312
Median Household Income
36.69 km²
Area
$278/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyRegionalEast GippslandNatureRetirement

About Wy Yung

Wy Yung is a residential town on the urban fringe of Bairnsdale, situated approximately 5 kilometres west of the Bairnsdale CBD along the Great Alpine Road in East Gippsland. With a population of 1,940 at the 2021 census and a median age of 46, it is a well-established community in the Shire of East Gippsland, some 287 kilometres east of Melbourne. The town's name derives from a local Indigenous word meaning 'wild duck', reflecting the abundant birdlife around the nearby Mitchell River and Gippsland Lakes waterways. White settlers arrived in the 1860s and by the 1870s the district supported two schools and a hotel; urban residential growth began in earnest from the 1970s.

Wy Yung offers a semi-rural lifestyle with the full range of regional city amenities available in Bairnsdale just minutes away, including hospitals, schools, major shopping and the arts centre. The proximity of the Mitchell River and the iconic Gippsland Lakes — one of Australia's largest inland waterway systems — makes the area popular with boating, fishing and birdwatching enthusiasts. A median personal income of $723 per week reflects a mix of retirees, families and regional workers. The town is well positioned for those seeking a quiet lifestyle in East Gippsland while remaining close to Bairnsdale's services and the natural beauty of the Lakes National Park.

Wy Yung falls under postcode 3875 and is governed by East Gippsland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3875
Urban Area
Bairnsdale
LGA / Council
East Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.79°, 147.59°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
36.69 km²
Elevation
58m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Wy Yung for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$432K
4 sales · ▼ 9.3% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$278
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
46 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.1%

5 state housing + 19 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bairnsdale
5 km
Bairnsdale Line (V/Line — direct services to Melbourne Southern Cross, ~3.5 hrs)

Bus Services

  • Bairnsdale local bus — Bairnsdale CBD / station ~10 min
  • V/Line coach — Sale / Traralgon / Melbourne varies

Commute to Bairnsdale

Distance
5 km
By Train
~10 min drive to Bairnsdale station, then ~3.5 hrs V/Line to Melbourne
By Bus
~10 min (local bus to Bairnsdale)
By Car (Peak)
~8 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~7 min

🛣️ Bairnsdale railway station (~5 km east) is the terminus of the V/Line Bairnsdale Line with daily services to Melbourne Southern Cross. Car is practical for local Bairnsdale commuting.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A low-density outer residential area with limited footpath coverage and no local shops. A car is required for everyday needs, though Bairnsdale's full services are only 5–10 minutes away.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
295.4 / 100k
2yr Up 17.1% 10yr Down 31.6%
Motor vehicle theft
146.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 147.7%
Non-FV assault
462.2 / 100k
2yr Up 10.3% 10yr Up 26.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
379.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 37.0%
View all offence subgroups for East Gippsland →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,657
Census 2021
1,940
▲ 17.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$31,200
Personal Income 2021
$37,596
▲ 20.5% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$37,596 / yr
$723/wk
Household
$78,312 / yr
$1506/wk
Family
$99,528 / yr
$1914/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,684
Born Overseas 178

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 68
  • 2. New Zealand 17
  • 3. Netherlands 13
  • 4. Germany 11
  • 5. South Africa 11
  • 6. Italy 8
  • 7. Philippines 7
  • 8. Scotland 7
  • 9. France 4
  • 10. Taiwan 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 890
Australian 858
Scottish 241
Irish 194
Italian 126
German 89
Dutch 59
Australian Aboriginal 41
Filipino 18
Welsh 18

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,396
Both parents born in Australia
261
Both parents born overseas
215
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.6%
No Religion
46.5%
Buddhism
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
126 (6.5%)
5-14 years
235 (12.1%)
15-19 years
113 (5.8%)
20-24 years
71 (3.7%)
25-34 years
215 (11.1%)
35-44 years
190 (9.8%)
45-54 years
233 (12.0%)
55-64 years
301 (15.5%)
65-74 years
267 (13.8%)
75-84 years
147 (7.6%)
85+ years
53 (2.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wy Yung known for? +

Wy Yung is a growing residential town on the western fringe of Bairnsdale in East Gippsland, offering affordable housing within easy reach of Bairnsdale's comprehensive regional services and V/Line rail to Melbourne.

How far is Wy Yung from Melbourne? +

Wy Yung is approximately 285 kilometres east of Melbourne, around a 3 hour 15-30 minute drive. Bairnsdale station, just 5 km east, provides V/Line Bairnsdale Line services to Melbourne.

Does Wy Yung have public transport? +

Wy Yung has limited direct public transport, but Bairnsdale station (approximately 5 km) provides V/Line train services to Melbourne Southern Cross in approximately 3 hours 15 minutes.

What is the population of Wy Yung? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wy Yung has a population of approximately 1,940 residents, a growing residential community in the Bairnsdale urban fringe.

Is Wy Yung a good place to live? +

Wy Yung offers affordable residential living close to Bairnsdale's regional services, East Gippsland's natural attractions (Gippsland Lakes, Mitchell River), and V/Line rail access to Melbourne. It suits families and retirees seeking East Gippsland living at affordable prices.

What is the postcode for Wy Yung? +

The postcode for Wy Yung is 3875.

What is the average income in Wy Yung? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Wy Yung is about $723 per week (around $37,600 per year). The median household income is $1,506 per week and the median family income is $1,914 per week.

What is the median house price in Wy Yung? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $432,000, down 9.3% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Wy Yung? +

The median age in Wy Yung is 46. The largest age group is 55–64 (301 residents, around 16%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 24% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Wy Yung a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wy Yung is part of the East 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.

How much is rent in Wy Yung? +

In Wy Yung, the median weekly rent is $278, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,517 (2021 Census).