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Trafalgar

VIC 3824 • Rest of VIC

4,349
Population (2021)
$37,856
Median Income
67.92 km²
Area
$300/wk
Median Rent
Country TownFamily-FriendlyGrowth SuburbAffordableGippsland

About Trafalgar

Trafalgar is a growing country town in the Baw Baw Shire of West Gippsland, Victoria, located approximately 115 kilometres east of Melbourne along the Princes Freeway. With a population of around 4,350 and a median age of 41, it has evolved from a small farming community into a popular residential town attracting families and retirees. The town sits at the foot of the Strzelecki Ranges and serves as a gateway to the broader Gippsland region.

Trafalgar offers a genuine small-town atmosphere with local shops, cafés, a supermarket, primary and secondary schools, and sporting facilities along its main street. The town is well-known for the annual Trafalgar Battle of Trafalgar Festival and its strong community spirit. Residents enjoy proximity to the Gippsland countryside, including nearby attractions like Walhalla and the Baw Baw ranges. With a median weekly rent of 00 and affordable mortgages, it appeals to families seeking value and space beyond Melbourne's suburban fringe.

Trafalgar falls under postcode 3824 and is governed by Baw Baw Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3824
Urban Area
Baw Baw
LGA / Council
Baw Baw
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.16°, 146.15°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
67.92 km²
Elevation
77m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Trafalgar
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • Town bus — Moe & Warragul 15-20 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
115 km
By Train
1 hr 40 min (V/Line to Southern Cross)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Via Princes Freeway/M1. V/Line runs multiple daily services.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Town centre is walkable for essentials but most residents drive for shopping and commuting.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,432
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
41 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,912
Census 2021
4,349
▲ 11.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,616
Income 2021
$37,856
▲ 19.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,677
Born Overseas 423

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 136
  • 2. India 28
  • 3. New Zealand 27
  • 4. Scotland 22
  • 5. Netherlands 21
  • 6. Germany 20
  • 7. Vietnam 17
  • 8. Italy 16
  • 9. South Africa 14
  • 10. Samoa 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,891
Australian 1,878
Scottish 493
Irish 485
Italian 205
German 181
Dutch 144
Australian Aboriginal 59
Maltese 46
New Zealander 30

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,020
Both parents born in Australia
604
Both parents born overseas
469
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.0%
Christianity
39.9%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
266 (6.1%)
5-14 years
609 (14.0%)
15-19 years
245 (5.6%)
20-24 years
197 (4.5%)
25-34 years
492 (11.3%)
35-44 years
536 (12.3%)
45-54 years
532 (12.2%)
55-64 years
474 (10.9%)
65-74 years
561 (12.9%)
75-84 years
319 (7.3%)
85+ years
129 (3.0%)

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