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Kilmany

VIC 3851 • Victoria

165
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
45.77 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableQuiet

About Kilmany

Kilmany is a small farming locality in eastern Victoria, situated within the Wellington Shire approximately 175 kilometres east of Melbourne and 14 kilometres west of Sale. With a population of 165, the community is spread across nearly 46 square kilometres of agricultural land in the Gippsland region. The locality is characterised by flat to gently undulating pastoral country typical of the lower Gippsland plains.

Agriculture, particularly mixed farming and grazing, forms the backbone of the Kilmany community. Residents rely on the nearby township of Sale for services including schools, shops, hospitals, and transport connections. The surrounding area forms part of the rich Gippsland agricultural belt, well known for dairy, beef cattle, and cropping, with the town of Rosedale about 10 kilometres to the west providing additional local services.

Kilmany 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
45.77 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Sale
14 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Sale Approx 20 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
175 km
By Train
Nearest station: Sale (14km). Train from Sale to Melbourne takes approx 2.5–3 hrs
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min–2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr–2 hr 20 min

🛣️ Accessible via the Princes Highway (Highway 1). Sale is the main service hub.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Kilmany is a rural locality with no walkable village centre; a car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
165
▲ 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 Kilmany known for? +

Kilmany is known as a quiet agricultural locality in Gippsland, with a heritage dating back to the early 1900s when it was a closer settlement district. The area is characterised by mixed farming and grazing on the flat pastoral plains of Wellington Shire.

How far is Kilmany from Melbourne? +

Kilmany is approximately 175 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, making it around a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Princes Highway. The nearby town of Sale, 14 kilometres to the east, is the primary service and transport hub.

Does Kilmany have public transport? +

Kilmany has no direct public transport services. The nearest train station is in Sale, approximately 14 kilometres away, which is served by the Bairnsdale Line to Melbourne. A car is essential for residents.

What is the population of Kilmany? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kilmany has a population of 165 people, spread across a locality of approximately 46 square kilometres. It is a small rural community typical of the Gippsland region.

Is Kilmany a good place to live? +

Kilmany suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with affordable land and a close-knit farming community. It is best suited to people who are self-sufficient, enjoy open countryside, and do not rely on urban services or public transport.

What is the postcode for Kilmany? +

The postcode for Kilmany, Victoria is 3851.