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Koorooman

VIC 3953 • Victoria

115
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
19.93 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietPeaceful

About Koorooman

Koorooman is a small rural locality in South Gippsland, Victoria, located approximately 8 kilometres north of Leongatha within the South Gippsland Shire. With a population of 115 residents spread across nearly 20 square kilometres, Koorooman is a close-knit farming community set among the green hills and dairy country characteristic of the Leongatha hinterland. The locality falls within the federal electorate of Monash, underscoring its rural Gippsland identity.

The Leongatha region is renowned as one of Victoria's premier dairy farming districts, and Koorooman's landscape reflects this agricultural heritage with rolling pastures and productive grazing land. Residents access shops, schools, a hospital, and community services in Leongatha, which is the major service centre for this part of South Gippsland. The broader area offers access to the Strzelecki Ranges and scenic drives through Gippsland's famous green pastoral country, making it appealing to those who value rural tranquillity close to a well-serviced regional town.

Koorooman falls under postcode 3953 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3953
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.46°, 146.00°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
19.93 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Leongatha Station
8 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
No direct service — drive to Leongatha Station (8km) for V/Line trains to Melbourne Southern Cross (~2 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 40 min – 2 hrs 10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 25 min – 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Access via South Gippsland Highway; Leongatha is the main service hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural farming locality with no local shops or footpaths — all errands require driving to Leongatha

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
115
▲ 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 Koorooman known for? +

Koorooman is known as a quiet rural locality in South Gippsland, surrounded by the region's renowned dairy farming landscape and the scenic green hills of the Leongatha hinterland.

How far is Koorooman from Melbourne? +

Koorooman is approximately 130 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 1 hour 40 minute to 2 hour drive via the South Gippsland Highway.

Does Koorooman have public transport? +

There is no public bus service in Koorooman. Residents drive to Leongatha (approximately 8km) to access V/Line train services running to Melbourne Southern Cross.

What is the population of Koorooman? +

According to the 2021 Census, Koorooman has a population of 115 residents, spread across approximately 20 square kilometres of South Gippsland farmland.

Is Koorooman a good place to live? +

Koorooman is ideal for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in the heart of South Gippsland, close enough to Leongatha's services while enjoying the tranquillity of the Gippsland countryside.

What is the postcode for Koorooman? +

The postcode for Koorooman is 3953, shared with Leongatha and surrounding South Gippsland localities.