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Concongella

VIC 3381 • Victoria

146
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
148.60 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-RuralPeaceful

About Concongella

Concongella is a sparsely settled rural locality in the Shire of Northern Grampians in western Victoria, situated a short distance west of Stawell in the Wimmera region. The locality covers approximately 149 square kilometres of open farmland on the western fringes of the Grampians (Gariwerd) ranges, where wheat cropping, sheep grazing, and mixed farming are the dominant land uses. According to the 2021 Census, Concongella had a population of 146 residents, reflecting its very low settlement density and agricultural character.

The town of Stawell, one of the Wimmera's main regional centres, lies within approximately 15 kilometres of the locality and provides the nearest shops, schools, hospitals, and services for Concongella residents. The broader region offers proximity to the Grampians National Park, a major drawcard for nature lovers and hikers in western Victoria. Concongella is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport serving the locality, and the Western Highway provides the main corridor connecting the area to Ballarat and Melbourne.

Concongella falls under postcode 3381 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3381
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.99°, 142.72°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
148.60 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Stawell Station
15 km
Drive only

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
237 km
By Train
Drive to Stawell Station (approx. 15 km), then Western Line train to Melbourne Southern Cross — approx. 2 hrs 45 min by train.
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min - 2 hr 45 min

🛣️ Access via Western Highway. Car essential; Stawell is the nearest service centre.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Concongella is an open farming locality with no local shops or services; all errands require a car trip to Stawell.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
146
▲ 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 Concongella known for? +

Concongella is a quiet agricultural locality on the western fringe of the Grampians ranges in Victoria's Wimmera region, known for its wheat and sheep farming country. Its proximity to the Grampians National Park makes the surrounding area popular with nature enthusiasts and hikers.

How far is Concongella from Melbourne CBD? +

Concongella is approximately 237 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, accessible via the Western Highway. The drive typically takes around 2 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours.

Does Concongella have public transport? +

Concongella has no local bus service or railway station. The nearest train station is at Stawell, approximately 15 kilometres away, which is served by the Western Line to Melbourne Southern Cross. A car is the only practical way to travel from Concongella.

What is the population of Concongella? +

According to the 2021 Census, Concongella had a population of 146 residents. The locality is one of many sparsely settled farming communities across Victoria's Wimmera region, covering approximately 149 square kilometres.

Is Concongella a good place to live? +

Concongella offers a remote, peaceful rural lifestyle in the scenic Wimmera region with reasonable access to Stawell's services. It is best suited to those with farming interests or who appreciate wide-open agricultural landscapes and proximity to the Grampians.

What is the postcode for Concongella? +

The postcode for Concongella, VIC is 3381.