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Cathcart

VIC 3377 • Victoria

110
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
34.08 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableQuiet

About Cathcart

Cathcart is a small rural locality in the Grampians region of western Victoria, situated approximately 6 kilometres north of the city of Ararat within the Rural City of Ararat local government area. With a population of around 110 residents spread across some 34 square kilometres, the locality is characterised by open grazing country and working farmland typical of this part of Victoria's Western District. The median income in the surrounding area reflects the agricultural nature of the community, with sheep and mixed farming the dominant land uses.

The nearest urban centre, Ararat, provides schools, supermarkets, medical services, and heritage attractions including the historic J Ward precinct — a former asylum now operating as a popular museum. Cathcart is situated around 198 kilometres west of Melbourne via the Western Highway (A8), and within reasonable range of the Grampians National Park to the north-west and the vineyards of Great Western to the south. The locality appeals to those seeking affordable rural acreage and a quiet, country lifestyle within the broader Ararat district.

Cathcart falls under postcode 3377 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3377
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.23°, 142.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
34.08 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ararat Station
6 km
N/A – car required

Bus Services

  • Limited V/Line coach services — Ararat / Ballarat / Melbourne Ararat ~10 min by car; Ballarat ~1h by coach

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
198 km
By Train
Drive to Ararat Station (6 km), then V/Line Ararat Line to Southern Cross — approx 2h 20min
By Car (Peak)
2h 30min – 3h
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h – 2h 30min

🛣️ Western Highway (A8) provides direct access to Melbourne. Ararat is the local service town with V/Line rail connection.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local services within Cathcart; all errands require a drive to Ararat (6 km) or beyond.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
110
▲ 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 Cathcart known for? +

Cathcart is a quiet rural locality known for its open grazing farmland in the Ararat region of Victoria's Grampians district. It sits close to Ararat, a historic goldfields city notable for the J Ward heritage museum and proximity to the Great Western wine region.

How far is Cathcart from Melbourne? +

Cathcart is approximately 198 kilometres west of Melbourne, roughly a 2 to 2.5-hour drive via the Western Highway (A8).

Does Cathcart have public transport? +

There is no public transport within Cathcart itself. The nearest rail service is at Ararat Station, approximately 6 kilometres south, which offers V/Line trains to Melbourne Southern Cross in around 2 hours 20 minutes.

What is the population of Cathcart? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of approximately 110 residents in Cathcart, making it a very small rural community.

Is Cathcart a good place to live? +

Cathcart suits those seeking affordable rural acreage in regional Victoria with a quiet, country lifestyle. Proximity to Ararat provides access to everyday services, while the Grampians National Park and Great Western wine region offer excellent recreational options.

What is the postcode for Cathcart? +

The postcode for Cathcart, Victoria is 3377.