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Airly

VIC 3851 • Victoria

160
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
25.17 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFamily-FriendlyAffordableGippslandAgricultural

About Airly

Airly is a rural locality in the Wellington Shire local government area, situated in the Gippsland region of Victoria approximately 5 kilometres north-east of Sale and within a ten-minute drive of both Stratford and Maffra. The locality covers around 25 square kilometres of flat to gently undulating Gippsland countryside and recorded a population of 160 in the 2021 census. With a median household income of approximately $38,800, Airly reflects the modest rural character of the Sale hinterland, where farming properties and lifestyle blocks are common.

Airly benefits from its close proximity to Sale — the regional centre of East Gippsland — providing residents with easy access to a full range of shops, schools, hospitals, and services within a short drive. Airly Primary School serves the local community, providing an important anchor for families with young children in the area. The surrounding landscape is classic Gippsland — open grazing land, wetlands, and the broader Macalister River system nearby — making it popular with those who enjoy the outdoors. Airly is a practical choice for families and rural workers seeking affordable acreage living within striking distance of Sale's urban amenities.

Airly falls under postcode 3851 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3851
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.04°, 147.08°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
25.17 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Sale
5 km
~60 min walk (not practical)

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach services via Sale — Melbourne (Southern Cross Station) ~2 hr 45 min by V/Line train from Sale

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
215 km
By Train
Drive to Sale (~5 km) then V/Line Gippsland Line to Southern Cross (~2 hr 45 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min – 3 hr via Princes Highway (M1)
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min – 2 hr 45 min

🛣️ Sale is the regional hub with full services and V/Line rail connections. Princes Highway (M1) is the main road corridor to Melbourne.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Airly is a rural locality with no local shops or footpaths; a car is essential for all daily needs, with Sale being the nearest town for services and shopping.

🛒 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)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Airly known for? +

Airly is a quiet rural locality on the outskirts of Sale in East Gippsland, known for its flat farming land, lifestyle properties, and Airly Primary School. It offers affordable semi-rural living within easy reach of Sale's shops and services.

How far is Airly from Melbourne? +

Airly is approximately 215 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, roughly 2.5 to 3 hours by car via the Princes Highway. V/Line trains operate from the nearby Sale station to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station in about 2 hours 45 minutes.

Does Airly have public transport? +

Airly itself has no bus stop or public transport service, but Sale railway station is approximately 5 kilometres away and provides V/Line Gippsland Line services to Melbourne. A car is needed to access Sale's public transport connections.

What is the population of Airly? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 160 residents in Airly, a small rural locality of approximately 25 square kilometres within the Wellington Shire local government area in Gippsland.

Is Airly a good place to live? +

Airly suits farming families and lifestyle property owners who want affordable rural land close to Sale's full range of urban services. With Airly Primary School on the locality, it is especially convenient for families with young children.

What is the postcode for Airly? +

The postcode for Airly, Victoria is 3851.