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Yulecart

VIC 3301 • Victoria

128
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
73.49 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPastoralPeaceful
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About Yulecart

Yulecart is a small rural locality in the Southern Grampians Shire, situated in south-west Victoria not far from the regional city of Hamilton. With a 2021 Census population of approximately 128 residents spread across around 73 square kilometres, Yulecart is a sparsely settled farming area characterised by the rolling pastoral landscapes typical of Victoria's Western District. Hamilton, the nearest service centre, lies roughly 10–15 kilometres away and serves as the hub for education, shopping, and health services.

The local economy is built around grazing and mixed farming, with the surrounding Western District long regarded as some of Australia's finest sheep and beef country. Residents benefit from Hamilton's full range of services, including schools, hospital, shops, and cultural facilities, while enjoying the peace and open space of a working rural locality. Yulecart appeals primarily to farming families and landholders who value the productive pastoral landscapes and community character of Victoria's South-West.

Yulecart falls under postcode 3301 and is governed by the Southern Grampians Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3301
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Grampians
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.12°, 142.03°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
73.49 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3301

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3301 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$47,152
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,703

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3301; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services via Hamilton — Hamilton / Warrnambool Approx. 15–20 min to Hamilton

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
290 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Hamilton, then V/Line coach or train to Melbourne (approx. 3h 30min – 4h total)
By Car (Peak)
3h – 3h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h 45min – 3h

🛣️ Access via Glenelg Highway; Hamilton is the nearest major centre with V/Line connections

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A private vehicle is essential for daily needs; all services are located in Hamilton

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
128
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
139.1 / 100k
2yr Up 34.7% 10yr Down 59.2%
Motor vehicle theft
72.6 / 100k
2yr Up 19.5% 10yr Down 26.9%
Non-FV assault
405.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 104.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
133 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 57.9%
View all offence subgroups for Southern Grampians →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yulecart known for? +

Yulecart is a small farming locality in Victoria's Southern Grampians Shire, known for its productive pastoral landscapes in the Western District — some of Australia's most celebrated sheep and beef country.

How far is Yulecart from Melbourne? +

Yulecart is approximately 290 kilometres west of Melbourne, roughly a 3 to 3.5 hour drive via the Western Highway or Glenelg Highway.

Does Yulecart have public transport? +

Yulecart has no rail service of its own. The nearest access point to public transport is Hamilton, approximately 10–15 kilometres away, which has V/Line coach connections. A car is essential for day-to-day travel.

What is the population of Yulecart? +

According to the 2021 Census, Yulecart has a population of approximately 128 residents, spread across around 73 square kilometres of farming land in south-west Victoria.

Is Yulecart a good place to live? +

Yulecart is well-suited to farming families and those who value a tranquil rural lifestyle in the Western District. Hamilton's full range of services is only a short drive away, offering a good balance of rural living and regional convenience.

What is the postcode for Yulecart? +

The postcode for Yulecart, Victoria is 3301.

Is Yulecart a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Yulecart is part of the Southern Grampians 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.