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Brandy Creek

VIC 3821 • Victoria

94
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
5.32 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralAgriculturalCommuter Belt

About Brandy Creek

Brandy Creek is a small rural locality within the Shire of Baw Baw in West Gippsland, Victoria, located north of Warragul and approximately 90 kilometres east-south-east of Melbourne's CBD. With a population of 94 residents spread across just over 5 square kilometres, it is a quiet semi-rural community on the rural fringe of the Warragul-Drouin corridor. The locality sits amid the rolling pastoral landscapes characteristic of the Baw Baw region, with the South Gippsland Highway and Princes Highway providing easy access to surrounding towns.

Brandy Creek is home to the established Brandy Creek Nursery on Old Sale Road, which is one of the locality's few commercial operations. The nearby regional centres of Warragul and Drouin, both just a short drive away, provide supermarkets, schools, healthcare, and the Gippsland V/Line train service to Melbourne. The Baw Baw Shire is known for its dairy farming heritage, local produce, and access to the Baw Baw National Park, making this a peaceful rural address within comfortable commuting distance of Melbourne.

Brandy Creek falls under postcode 3821 and is governed by Baw Baw Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3821
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.92°, 145.95°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
5.32 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Warragul
6 km
N/A — car required
Drouin
8 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Warragul / Drouin Approx. 10–15 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
Drive to Warragul or Drouin station; V/Line Gippsland Line to Southern Cross approx. 1h 35m
By Car (Peak)
1h 20–1h 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 10–1h 20 min

🛣️ Princes Highway and Monash Freeway provide main road access; V/Line trains from Warragul run approximately hourly

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Brandy Creek is a rural locality with no walkable retail or services; a car is essential for all daily needs in Warragul or Drouin.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
94
▲ 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 Brandy Creek (VIC) known for? +

Brandy Creek is a quiet rural locality in Baw Baw Shire, known for its pastoral landscapes and the Brandy Creek Nursery on Old Sale Road. The surrounding Baw Baw region is celebrated for its dairy farming heritage and proximity to Baw Baw National Park.

How far is Brandy Creek (VIC) from Melbourne? +

Brandy Creek is approximately 90 kilometres east-south-east of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 1 hour 20 minute drive via the Princes Highway or Monash Freeway depending on traffic.

Does Brandy Creek (VIC) have public transport? +

Brandy Creek itself has no public transport, but the nearby towns of Warragul (approximately 6km) and Drouin (approximately 8km) are served by V/Line's Gippsland Line with regular train services to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station, taking approximately 1 hour 35 minutes.

What is the population of Brandy Creek (VIC)? +

According to the 2021 Census, Brandy Creek (VIC) has a population of 94 residents across approximately 5.3 square kilometres, within the Shire of Baw Baw.

Is Brandy Creek (VIC) a good place to live? +

Brandy Creek offers a peaceful rural lifestyle within commuting distance of Melbourne and close to the well-serviced towns of Warragul and Drouin. It suits those who value open farmland and a quiet country setting while still having access to regional amenities and train connections to the city.

What is the postcode for Brandy Creek (VIC)? +

The postcode for Brandy Creek, Victoria is 3821.