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Dargo

VIC 3862 • Victoria

105
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
991.81 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
MountainHistoricBushlandRemoteQuiet

About Dargo

Dargo is a small historic township nestled in the foothills of the Victorian Alps in East Gippsland, approximately 100 kilometres north of Sale and 85 kilometres from Bairnsdale. With a population of 105 at the 2021 Census spread across a vast 992 square kilometres of mountainous terrain, it sits within the federal electorate of Gippsland. The postcode median taxable income of $42,056 reflects the modest rural economy of this remote alpine community.

Originally a supply town for miners heading to the Grant, Talbotville, and Crooked River goldfields in the 1860s, Dargo retains its frontier character with a historic hotel, general store, and fuel outlet. The township is a gateway to the Alpine National Park, Avon Wilderness Park, and Mitchell River National Park, making it popular with bushwalkers, horse riders, anglers, and four-wheel-drive enthusiasts. The Dargo River and surrounding high country offer outstanding fishing, rafting, and stargazing under some of Victoria's darkest skies.

Dargo falls under postcode 3862 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3862
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.60°, 147.23°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
991.81 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
320 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest V/Line stations at Sale or Bairnsdale
By Car (Peak)
4-4.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5-4 hours

🛣️ Accessible via Dargo Road from Princes Highway at Stratford. Nearest regional centres are Bairnsdale (85 km) and Sale (100 km).

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Small township with a general store and pub, but car required for all significant errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
105
▲ 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 Dargo known for? +

Dargo is known as a gateway to the Victorian Alps, including the Alpine National Park and the Dargo High Plains. It has a rich gold-rush history and is popular with bushwalkers, anglers, horse riders, and four-wheel-drive enthusiasts exploring the high country.

How far is Dargo from Melbourne? +

Dargo is approximately 320 kilometres east of Melbourne, or around 4 to 4.5 hours by car via the Princes Highway and Dargo Road.

Does Dargo have public transport? +

Dargo has no public transport services. The township is only accessible by car via Dargo Road from the Princes Highway at Stratford. A car is essential.

What is the population of Dargo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dargo has a population of 105 people across a vast area of 992 square kilometres in the Victorian Alps foothills.

Is Dargo a good place to live? +

Dargo appeals to those who love a remote, mountain lifestyle with access to outstanding natural scenery, fishing, and bushwalking. It has a general store, pub, and fuel outlet, but residents travel to Bairnsdale (85 km) or Sale (100 km) for major services.

What is the postcode for Dargo? +

The postcode for Dargo, Victoria is 3862.