Cundare

VIC 3251 • Victoria

15
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
16.91 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Cundare

Cundare is a small rural locality in Victoria's Colac Otway Shire, located in the region south of Colac in the undulating pastoral country that transitions from the Otway Ranges. The area is characterised by medium-to-low agricultural capability typical of the Otway hinterland, with a landscape of rolling farmland, remnant native vegetation, and small rural properties. The locality shares postcode 3251 with Colac and surrounding districts.

The lifestyle in Cundare is quintessentially rural Victorian — residents are predominantly farming families and rural landholders who value the quiet, spacious character of the Otway fringe. The Colac Otway Shire offers access to the Great Otway National Park's forests, waterfalls, and coastal scenery nearby. Everyday services are available in Colac, approximately 10–15 kilometres to the north, which provides supermarkets, schools, and healthcare facilities for surrounding localities.

Cundare falls under postcode 3251 and is governed by Colac Otway Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3251
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.15°, 143.59°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
16.91 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Colac Station
12 km
N/A — car required

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
155 km
By Train
Approx. 2 hr 45 min from Colac on V/Line Warrnambool service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 40 min

🛣️ Princes Highway (A1) via Geelong is the primary route to Melbourne

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or public transport; a private vehicle is essential for all trips

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
15
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

Where is Cundare VIC located? +

Cundare is a small rural locality in the Colac Otway Shire, Victoria, situated south of Colac in the pastoral country bordering the Otway Ranges.

What council manages Cundare? +

Cundare is administered by the Colac Otway Shire Council.

How far is Cundare from Melbourne? +

Cundare is approximately 155 km south-west of Melbourne, about a 1 hour 40 minute drive via the Princes Highway through Geelong.