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Mount Cole Creek

VIC 3377 • Victoria

10
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
39.65 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Mount Cole Creek

Mount Cole Creek is a very small and sparsely populated rural locality in western Victoria, situated within the Ararat Rural City Council area approximately 15 kilometres north-east of Ararat. The locality covers around 40 square kilometres of undulating farmland and takes its name from the nearby Mount Cole State Forest, a significant area of remnant native bushland and pine plantation in the Pyrenees Ranges foothills. With a population of fewer than 15 residents, Mount Cole Creek is one of the most sparsely settled localities in the Ararat region.

The area is characterised by grazing properties, dryland farming, and proximity to the scenic Mount Cole State Forest, which is popular with bushwalkers, mountain bikers, and nature lovers from across the region. There are no local services within the locality itself; residents access shops, schools, and health services in Ararat, roughly a 20-minute drive away. Mount Cole Creek attracts farming families and those seeking an extremely private and self-sufficient rural lifestyle in a landscape of quiet natural beauty.

Mount Cole Creek falls under postcode 3377 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3377
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.23°, 142.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
39.65 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ararat Station
15 km
Not walkable

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
Drive to Ararat station (~20 min), then V/Line to Southern Cross ~2 hr 30 min
By Car (Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 50 min – 2 hr 15 min

🛣️ Car essential; access via Western Highway (A8)

Walkability Car-Dependent

Entirely rural with no footpaths, shops, or public transport; vehicle required for everything

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
10
▲ 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

Where is Mount Cole Creek VIC located? +

Mount Cole Creek is a small rural locality in western Victoria, about 15 kilometres north-east of Ararat within the Ararat Rural City Council area, near the foothills of the Pyrenees Ranges and Mount Cole State Forest.

What is Mount Cole State Forest? +

Mount Cole State Forest is a significant area of native bush and pine plantation in western Victoria, located near the Mount Cole Creek locality. It is popular for bushwalking, mountain biking, and nature-based recreation.

Is there public transport in Mount Cole Creek? +

There is no public transport within Mount Cole Creek. The nearest rail service is at Ararat station, approximately 15 kilometres away, which provides V/Line train connections to Melbourne.