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Branxholme

VIC 3302 • Victoria

304
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
279.88 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietAffordableHistoric

About Branxholme

Branxholme is a small township in the Shire of Southern Grampians in Victoria's Western District, situated on the Henty Highway between Heywood and Hamilton. The locality falls within the Southern Grampians local government area and covers a substantial area of approximately 280 square kilometres of typical Western District pastoral country. According to the 2021 Census, Branxholme has a population of 304 residents, characteristic of the compact rural townships found throughout this part of south-western Victoria.

The surrounding landscape is defined by the rolling hills and pastoral grazing land of the Western District, with Hamilton — the region's commercial hub — approximately 30 kilometres to the north-east along the Henty Highway. The Grampians National Park is within reasonable driving distance, and the Glenelg River corridor provides natural amenity for the district. Branxholme offers an affordable, community-focused lifestyle for those who value the pace and character of small-town rural Victoria.

Branxholme falls under postcode 3302 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
3302
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
-37.85°, 141.71°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
279.88 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line regional coach — Hamilton / Melbourne Hamilton approx. 30 min; Melbourne approx. 4 hr by coach

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
295 km
By Train
No direct rail service; V/Line coach from Hamilton to Melbourne takes approx. 3.5–4 hr
By Car (Peak)
3 hr – 3 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 50 min – 3 hr 10 min

🛣️ Henty Highway connects Branxholme to Hamilton and Heywood; the Hamilton–Melbourne V/Line coach is the nearest public transport option

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Branxholme is a small rural township with very limited local services; Hamilton is the nearest town for shopping and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Southern Grampians Local Government Area, which contains Branxholme. 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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
304
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Branxholme known for? +

Branxholme is known as a quiet rural township in Victoria's Western District, set along the Henty Highway between Heywood and Hamilton. The surrounding area is characterised by pastoral grazing properties typical of the Southern Grampians region.

How far is Branxholme from Melbourne? +

Branxholme is approximately 295 kilometres west of Melbourne CBD, making it a roughly 3 to 3.5 hour drive via the Western Highway and Henty Highway. Hamilton, the nearest regional hub, is about 30 kilometres to the north-east.

Does Branxholme have public transport? +

There is no direct rail service to Branxholme. V/Line coach services operate through the nearby town of Hamilton, connecting to Melbourne. A car is the primary transport for most daily trips.

What is the population of Branxholme? +

According to the 2021 Census, Branxholme has a population of 304 residents. The locality covers approximately 280 square kilometres of pastoral land in the Southern Grampians Shire.

Is Branxholme a good place to live? +

Branxholme offers an affordable, quiet rural lifestyle in the heart of Victoria's Western District. It suits those who value pastoral landscapes, a small-town community atmosphere, and easy access to Hamilton's services, without the pressures of metropolitan living.

What is the postcode for Branxholme? +

The postcode for Branxholme, Victoria is 3302.

Is Branxholme a safe area? +

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