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Nilma

VIC 3821 • Victoria

410
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
4.13 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralCommuter BeltQuiet

About Nilma

Nilma is a small locality in the West Gippsland region of Victoria, situated within the Shire of Baw Baw approximately 103 kilometres east of Melbourne and just 3 kilometres from the regional town of Warragul. With a recorded population of 410 residents in the 2021 Census, Nilma covers a compact area of around 4 square kilometres in the heart of agricultural West Gippsland. The locality sits between Warragul and Darnum and has a long history as a rural railway community, with a post office that operated from 1886 until 1979.

Residents of Nilma benefit from close proximity to Warragul, which provides a full range of shops, schools, medical services, and community facilities. The locality and neighbouring Darnum jointly field an Australian Rules football team competing in the Ellinbank and District Football League, reflecting a strong sense of local sporting identity. The surrounding farmland and pastoral landscape give Nilma a quiet, semi-rural character that appeals to those who want a country lifestyle without being far from urban services. The Princes Highway and Gippsland rail line nearby provide access to Melbourne for those who commute to the city.

Nilma falls under postcode 3821 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
3821
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.92°, 145.95°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
4.13 km²
Population Density
99 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Warragul
3 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Warragul Under 10 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
103 km
By Train
Approx. 1 hr 20 min from Warragul Station on Gippsland Line
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Princes Highway provides road access; Warragul Station is the practical rail option

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Nilma is a rural locality with no local shops or services; all errands require driving to nearby Warragul

🛒 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 Nilma. 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
410
▲ 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 Nilma known for? +

Nilma is a quiet rural locality in West Gippsland known for its agricultural setting and close proximity to Warragul. The community fields a combined Australian Rules football team with neighbouring Darnum in the Ellinbank and District Football League.

How far is Nilma from Melbourne? +

Nilma is approximately 103 kilometres east of Melbourne, roughly a 1 hour 20 minute to 2 hour drive via the Princes Highway depending on traffic. Warragul Station, just 3 kilometres away, offers regular train services to the city.

Does Nilma have public transport? +

Nilma does not have its own train station, but Warragul Station on the Gippsland Line is approximately 3 kilometres away, offering regular services to Melbourne. Bus connections to Warragul are limited; most residents drive.

What is the population of Nilma? +

Nilma has a population of approximately 410 people according to the 2021 Census. It is a small locality within the Shire of Baw Baw in West Gippsland.

Is Nilma a good place to live? +

Nilma suits those wanting a quiet, rural lifestyle within easy reach of Warragul's full range of services. It is popular with families and those who appreciate open farmland while remaining within commuting distance of Melbourne via the Gippsland Line.

What is the postcode for Nilma? +

The postcode for Nilma, Victoria is 3821, shared with Warragul and surrounding localities.

Is Nilma a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Nilma 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.