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Cobains

VIC 3851 • Victoria

245
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
34.43 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableSemi-Rural

About Cobains

Cobains is a small rural locality within Wellington Shire in Victoria's Gippsland region, situated just north of the city of Sale. Covering approximately 34.4 square kilometres, the locality had a 2021 Census population of 245 residents and is characterised by flat pastoral and agricultural land typical of the Macalister River irrigation district. The area has a notable history as a closer settlement zone, with British migrants farming small holdings here following the completion of the Macalister irrigation scheme in the 1920s.

The locality sits on the fringe of Sale, giving residents reasonable access to that city's full range of services including schools, hospitals, retail, and the Gippsland regional train network. The surrounding country is predominantly farming and grazing land, and the area retains a quiet rural character with properties ranging from small lifestyle blocks to working farms. Cobains is well-positioned for those who want the space and affordability of a rural address without straying far from a regional centre.

Cobains 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
34.43 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Sale Station
5 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Local Wellington Shire services — Sale CBD 10-15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
215 km
By Train
Approx. 2.5–3 hrs from Sale Station via V/Line Gippsland Line
By Car (Peak)
2h 30min–3h
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h 15min–2h 30min

🛣️ Sale is the nearest regional city; Princes Highway and South Gippsland Highway provide road access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality outside Sale with no local shops or footpaths; a car is required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
245
▲ 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 Cobains known for? +

Cobains is known for its agricultural character and history as a closer settlement area, where British migrants established small farms following the Macalister irrigation scheme in the 1920s. Today it remains a quiet rural locality on the northern fringe of Sale.

How far is Cobains from Sale? +

Cobains is located just a few kilometres north of Sale city centre, making it approximately a 10–15 minute drive to Sale's shops, schools, and services.

Does Cobains have public transport? +

Cobains itself has no dedicated public transport, but the nearby city of Sale has a V/Line train station on the Gippsland Line connecting to Melbourne. A car is the most practical way to get around from Cobains.

What is the population of Cobains? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cobains has a population of 245 residents across approximately 34.4 square kilometres of rural land.

Is Cobains a good place to live? +

Cobains suits those seeking affordable rural or lifestyle properties within easy reach of Sale's services and the broader Gippsland region. It offers a quiet, farming-community atmosphere with pastoral scenery.

What is the postcode for Cobains? +

The postcode for Cobains, Victoria is 3851.