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Yarragon

VIC 3823 • Rest of VIC

1,893
Population (2021)
$70,876
Median Household Income
67.98 km²
Area
$320/wk
Median Rent
Regional TownFamily-FriendlyCommuter RailCountry LifestyleTourism Stop

About Yarragon

Yarragon is a West Gippsland town in Baw Baw Shire, located between Warragul and Moe on the Princes Highway and rail corridor. Census 2021 records 1,893 residents, reflecting steady growth from its traditional rural service-town base. The town sits against a scenic backdrop of nearby Strzelecki ranges and agricultural lowlands. Its character blends country-town pace with growing visitor activity along the main street.

Local life revolves around schools, small businesses, cafés and specialty stores, with many residents commuting to larger regional centres for work. Yarragon station provides regional rail access toward Traralgon and metropolitan Melbourne via V/Line services. The town is also a convenient stop for highway travellers, supporting tourism-oriented retail and food businesses. Families, retirees and regional workers are all part of the local mix, drawn by affordability and a community feel.

Yarragon falls under postcode 3823 and is governed by Baw Baw Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3823
Urban Area
Baw Baw
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.19°, 146.07°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
67.98 km²
Elevation
74m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$645K
11 sales · ▲ 5.3% 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)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.3%

10 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Yarragon Station
0.8 km
10 min
Trafalgar Station
9 km
Not walkable
Warragul Station
17 km
Not walkable
Moe Station
17 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Regional town bus links — Warragul / Moe 25-35 min
  • School and local services — Baw Baw district localities 20-45 min
  • Coach connectors (service-dependent) — Latrobe Valley regional centres 30-60 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
117 km
By Train
1 hr 50 min-2 hr 20 min (V/Line)
By Bus
2 hr 30 min+ (multi-leg)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 40 min-2 hr 10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min-1 hr 50 min

🛣️ Most commuters travel to Warragul, Moe or Traralgon; Melbourne commuting is possible but long.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

The town centre and station are walkable from nearby streets, though a car is useful for wider regional access.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Baw Baw Local Government Area, which contains Yarragon. 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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,650
Census 2021
1,893
▲ 14.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$30,940
Personal Income 2021
$37,024
▲ 19.7% 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
$37,024 / yr
$712/wk
Household
$70,876 / yr
$1363/wk
Family
$91,364 / yr
$1757/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,574
Born Overseas 230

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 81
  • 2. New Zealand 28
  • 3. Scotland 15
  • 4. Netherlands 14
  • 5. India 9
  • 6. Italy 8
  • 7. Germany 6
  • 8. South Africa 6
  • 9. Canada 5
  • 10. Sri Lanka 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 862
English 856
Scottish 222
Irish 207
Italian 65
Dutch 61
German 49
Maltese 18
Welsh 16
Chinese 14

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,306
Both parents born in Australia
295
Both parents born overseas
209
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.8%
Christianity
41.7%
Buddhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
107 (5.7%)
5-14 years
235 (12.4%)
15-19 years
98 (5.2%)
20-24 years
96 (5.1%)
25-34 years
244 (12.9%)
35-44 years
202 (10.7%)
45-54 years
184 (9.7%)
55-64 years
291 (15.4%)
65-74 years
272 (14.4%)
75-84 years
128 (6.8%)
85+ years
40 (2.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yarragon known for? +

Yarragon is known for its charming main street with antique shops, specialty stores, and cafes, Yarragon station on the Traralgon Line for Melbourne access, and a welcoming country town atmosphere between Warragul and Moe in West Gippsland.

How far is Yarragon from Melbourne? +

Yarragon is approximately 105 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD. From Yarragon station on the Traralgon Line, the journey to Melbourne Southern Cross takes approximately 1 hour 20-30 minutes.

Does Yarragon have public transport? +

Yarragon station on the V/Line Traralgon Line provides regular train services to Melbourne Southern Cross, making it an accessible country town for commuters and day-trippers.

What is the population of Yarragon? +

According to the 2021 Census, Yarragon has a population of approximately 1,893 residents, a stable rural community in the Baw Baw Shire.

Is Yarragon a good place to live? +

Yarragon offers an affordable, charming country lifestyle with V/Line rail access to Melbourne, a distinctive village shopping character, and the rolling green Gippsland countryside surrounding the town. It suits families and those seeking a relaxed regional lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Yarragon? +

The postcode for Yarragon is 3823.

What is the average income in Yarragon? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Yarragon is about $712 per week (around $37,000 per year). The median household income is $1,363 per week and the median family income is $1,757 per week.

What is the median house price in Yarragon? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $645,000, up 5.3% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Yarragon? +

The median age in Yarragon is 43. The largest age group is 55–64 (291 residents, around 15%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 23% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Yarragon a safe area? +

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

How much is rent in Yarragon? +

In Yarragon, the median weekly rent is $320, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,500 (2021 Census).