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Glenthompson

VIC 3293 • Victoria

256
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
313.88 km²
Area
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Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricQuiet

About Glenthompson

Glenthompson is a small rural town in Victoria's Southern Grampians Shire, situated on the Glenelg Highway approximately 267 kilometres west of Melbourne and 50 kilometres north-east of Hamilton. With a population of 256, the town sits close to the Grampians mountain range and serves as a quiet stop along the highway corridor connecting Hamilton and Ballarat. The surrounding area is characterised by open grazing land, giving the locality its quintessential western Victoria agricultural feel.

Glenthompson's most distinctive landmark is the historic tall brickworks chimney, a reminder of the town's industrial heritage when the brickworks supplied building materials for regional construction in the post-war era. The brickworks is now closed, though visitors can arrange tours by appointment. Residents rely on nearby Hamilton for supermarkets, schools, and services, while the Grampians National Park — one of Victoria's most visited natural attractions — is easily accessible for hiking, rock climbing, and wildlife encounters.

Glenthompson falls under postcode 3293 and is governed by the Southern Grampians Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3293
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Grampians
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.66°, 142.53°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
313.88 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Hamilton / Ballarat 50-90 min depending on destination

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
267 km
By Train
No direct train service; Ararat station (60km) connects to Melbourne via V/Line
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 45 min - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 30 min - 2 hr 45 min

🛣️ Glenelg Highway provides main road access east towards Ballarat and Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Very limited local amenities; a car is essential for virtually all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Southern Grampians Local Government Area, which contains Glenthompson. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
139.1 / 100k
2yr Up 34.7% 10yr Down 59.2%
Motor vehicle theft
72.6 / 100k
2yr Up 19.5% 10yr Down 26.9%
Non-FV assault
405.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 104.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
133 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 57.9%
View all offence subgroups for Southern Grampians →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
256
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glenthompson known for? +

Glenthompson is best known for its historic brickworks chimney, which stands as the town's most recognisable landmark and a reminder of the area's industrial past. The town is also a quiet stopping point on the Glenelg Highway close to the Grampians mountain range.

How far is Glenthompson from Melbourne? +

Glenthompson is approximately 267 kilometres west of Melbourne, making it roughly a 2.5 to 3 hour drive depending on traffic. The Glenelg Highway is the main route connecting the town to regional centres.

Does Glenthompson have public transport? +

Glenthompson has no rail service. Limited regional coach connections can be accessed, but a private vehicle is the most practical way to get around. The nearest V/Line train station is at Ararat, approximately 60 kilometres east.

What is the population of Glenthompson? +

According to the 2021 Census, Glenthompson has a population of 256 people, up from 232 at the 2016 Census, representing modest growth for a small rural locality.

Is Glenthompson a good place to live? +

Glenthompson suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle in Victoria's Western Districts with close proximity to the spectacular Grampians National Park. Services are limited locally, so residents typically travel to Hamilton (50km) for shopping and schools.

What is the postcode for Glenthompson? +

The postcode for Glenthompson, Victoria is 3293.

Is Glenthompson a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Glenthompson is part of the Southern Grampians LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.