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Labertouche

VIC 3816 • Victoria

386
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
64.00 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandSemi-RuralHistoric

About Labertouche

Labertouche is a rural locality in Victoria's Shire of Baw Baw, located on Jacksons Track in the West Gippsland hinterland, approximately 75 kilometres east of Melbourne's CBD. Situated between the townships of Bunyip to the west and Drouin to the east, the locality covers around 64 square kilometres of gently undulating farming country on the fringes of the Baw Baw foothills. According to the 2021 Census, Labertouche has a population of approximately 386 residents, reflecting its character as a quiet semi-rural community.

The locality is bordered to the north by Bunyip State Park, offering residents access to significant areas of native bushland and walking tracks through tall eucalypt forest. Labertouche has a long history dating back to the 1870s, with a primary school that has operated continuously since 1880 and a heritage connection to the Victorian Railways Department. The area appeals to those seeking a rural lifestyle within commuting reach of Melbourne, with V/Line train services available from nearby Longwarry and Bunyip stations on the Gippsland Line.

Labertouche falls under postcode 3816 and is governed by the Baw Baw Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Monash, while state elections fall under the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3816
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.04°, 145.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
64.00 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Longwarry
8 km
N/A (car required)
Bunyip
10 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Drouin / Pakenham Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
75 km
By Train
Approx. 75-80 min from Longwarry to Flinders Street via V/Line Gippsland Line
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 15 min - 1 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 min - 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ South Gippsland Highway and Princes Highway provide main road access; V/Line rail from nearby Longwarry or Bunyip

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Labertouche has no local shops; all daily errands require a car to Bunyip, Longwarry, or Drouin

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
278.9 / 100k
2yr Up 42.1% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
231.3 / 100k
2yr Up 100.4% 10yr Up 40.8%
Non-FV assault
313.7 / 100k
2yr Down 11.5% 10yr Up 33.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
733.7 / 100k
2yr Up 83.1% 10yr Up 33.0%
View all offence subgroups for Baw Baw →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
386
▲ 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 Labertouche known for? +

Labertouche is known as a quiet rural locality in Baw Baw Shire, bordered by Bunyip State Park and offering a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle in the West Gippsland hinterland. The area has a notable history dating back to the 1870s, including a primary school that has operated since 1880.

How far is Labertouche from Melbourne? +

Labertouche is approximately 75 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, making it roughly a 1-hour drive via the South Gippsland Highway or Princes Highway.

Does Labertouche have public transport? +

Labertouche has no rail service within the locality, but the nearby townships of Longwarry and Bunyip (each about 8-10 kilometres away) have V/Line Gippsland Line stations connecting to Melbourne Flinders Street in approximately 75-80 minutes.

What is the population of Labertouche? +

According to the 2021 Census, Labertouche has a population of approximately 386 residents across 64 square kilometres of rural land.

Is Labertouche a good place to live? +

Labertouche appeals to those who want a genuine rural lifestyle within commuting distance of Melbourne, with Bunyip State Park providing excellent bushwalking on the doorstep. It suits residents comfortable with car dependency and a quiet, close-knit community setting.

What is the postcode for Labertouche? +

The postcode for Labertouche is 3816, which it shares with nearby localities in the Baw Baw Shire.

Is Labertouche a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Labertouche is part of the Baw Baw 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.