Korumburra

VIC 3950 • Rest of VIC

4,749
Population (2021)
$31,772
Median Income
59.94 km²
Area
$270/wk
Median Rent
Regional HubFamily-FriendlySouth GippslandEstablishedCommunity-Focused

About Korumburra

Korumburra is a major South Gippsland township in Victoria on the South Gippsland Highway, around 120 km south-east of Melbourne. The 2021 Census population is 3,869, and the town functions as an important regional service centre for surrounding farming districts. Originally shaped by coal mining and agricultural development, it now supports a broad mix of retail, health and community services. The town has an established regional character with heritage streets and rolling-hill surroundings.

Residents benefit from local schools, sporting clubs, supermarkets and health facilities, while larger specialist services are accessed in nearby regional centres. Lifestyle is family-oriented and community-focused, with strong links to local events, recreation and Gippsland produce industries. Public transport is mainly bus and coach based, with no active local passenger rail. Korumburra appeals to families and regional workers seeking affordability and practical amenities.

Korumburra falls under postcode 3950 and is governed by South Gippsland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3950
Urban Area
South Gippsland
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.44°, 145.82°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
59.94 km²
Elevation
232m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Leongatha station precinct
15 km
Not walkable
Warragul Station
47 km
Not walkable
Drouin Station
58 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • South Gippsland buses — Leongatha / Wonthaggi 20-45 min
  • V/Line coach services — Melbourne (via interchange) 2.5-4 hr
  • School/community routes — District towns 20-60 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
120 km
By Bus
2.5-4 hr
By Car (Peak)
2-2.75 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min-2 hr 20 min

🛣️ No direct passenger rail in town; regional buses and private vehicles are the main travel modes.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Many town-centre facilities are reachable on foot, though regional commuting remains largely car-dependent.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$270
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
47 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.5%

37 state housing + 11 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,469
Census 2021
4,749
6.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,416
Income 2021
$31,772
20.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,921
Born Overseas 544

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 162
  • 2. Italy 53
  • 3. New Zealand 50
  • 4. Philippines 28
  • 5. Netherlands 26
  • 6. Germany 23
  • 7. India 22
  • 8. Scotland 20
  • 9. United States 15
  • 10. South Africa 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,032
Australian 2,030
Scottish 544
Irish 482
Italian 253
German 201
Dutch 137
Australian Aboriginal 43
Chinese 43
Welsh 38

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,174
Both parents born in Australia
774
Both parents born overseas
535
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.8%
Christianity
40.5%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%
Islam
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
270 (5.7%)
5-14 years
534 (11.2%)
15-19 years
272 (5.7%)
20-24 years
199 (4.2%)
25-34 years
513 (10.8%)
35-44 years
454 (9.6%)
45-54 years
581 (12.2%)
55-64 years
682 (14.4%)
65-74 years
668 (14.1%)
75-84 years
384 (8.1%)
85+ years
195 (4.1%)

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