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Bundalaguah

VIC 3851 • Victoria

229
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
29.18 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCommuter Belt

About Bundalaguah

Bundalaguah is a small rural locality in eastern Victoria's Gippsland region, situated roughly midway between Sale and Maffra within the Wellington Shire local government area. The locality covers approximately 29 square kilometres of predominantly flat agricultural land, characterised by dairy farms, grazing properties, and open paddocks typical of the Sale–Maffra corridor. With a population of around 229, it is an intimate rural community with a quiet, settled character.

Residents are well placed between two Gippsland service centres — Sale (around 10 kilometres to the west) and Maffra (around 10 kilometres to the east) — giving access to schools, supermarkets, medical services, and community facilities without the isolation of more remote localities. The region is known for its rich dairy farming heritage and agricultural productivity. Bundalaguah appeals to those who value a genuine country lifestyle with the convenience of nearby towns and the scenic landscapes of rural West Gippsland.

Bundalaguah 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
29.18 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Sale Station
10 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Sale / Maffra ~15 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
215 km
By Train
~2 hr 30 min from Sale Station (Gippsland Line)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min – 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min – 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Access via the Princes Highway; Sale Station provides Gippsland Line train services to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Bundalaguah is a rural locality with no local retail; all services are accessed by car in Sale or Maffra

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
229
▲ 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 Bundalaguah known for? +

Bundalaguah is known as a quiet rural locality in the heart of Gippsland's agricultural belt, set among dairy farms and grazing properties between the regional towns of Sale and Maffra.

How far is Bundalaguah from Melbourne CBD? +

Bundalaguah is approximately 215 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, around a 2.5 hour drive via the Princes Highway.

Does Bundalaguah have public transport? +

Bundalaguah has no direct public transport, but the nearby Sale Station (approximately 10 kilometres away) offers Gippsland Line train services to Melbourne taking around 2.5 hours. A car is needed to access the station and local services.

What is the population of Bundalaguah? +

Bundalaguah is a small rural community with a population of approximately 229 at the 2021 Census, spread across roughly 29 square kilometres of Gippsland farmland.

Is Bundalaguah a good place to live? +

Bundalaguah is well-suited to those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle with convenient access to the amenities of Sale and Maffra. It offers a genuine country setting with agricultural character and close community ties.

What is the postcode for Bundalaguah? +

The postcode for Bundalaguah, VIC is 3851.