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Tynong

VIC 3813 • Victoria

523
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
21.33 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralCommuter BeltQuietAgricultural

About Tynong

Tynong is a small rural township in Gippsland, Victoria, located approximately 66 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD within the Shire of Cardinia local government area. With a population of 523 at the 2021 Census, the town sits at an elevation of 135 metres and covers around 21 square kilometres. Settled in the early 1880s, Tynong has a quiet semi-rural character with a mix of hobby farms, lifestyle properties, and long-established residential blocks along the Gippsland railway corridor.

Tynong has the advantage of its own railway station on the V/Line Gippsland Line, giving residents a direct commuter connection to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station, approximately 71 kilometres away. The town itself is quiet with limited local amenities, but the nearby townships of Garfield and Nar Nar Goon provide additional services. The semi-rural setting, affordable land, and reasonable rail access make Tynong an option for those seeking a rural lifestyle within commuting range of Melbourne.

Tynong falls under postcode 3813 and is governed by the Cardinia 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
3813
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cardinia
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.06°, 145.63°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
21.33 km²
Population Density
25 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tynong
0.3 km
4 min

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Pakenham / regional connections Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
66 km
By Train
Approx. 65–80 min to Southern Cross via V/Line Gippsland Line
By Car (Peak)
70–95 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55–70 min

🛣️ Tynong station is on the Gippsland Line; Princes Highway (M1) is the main road corridor to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Tynong is a small rural township where a car is necessary for almost all daily needs; the railway station is walkable but local services are very limited

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
284.4 / 100k
2yr Up 33.2% 10yr Down 46.9%
Motor vehicle theft
277.7 / 100k
2yr Up 91.6% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
193.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 17.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.2 / 100k
2yr Up 65.4% 10yr Up 27.1%
Steal from vehicle
860.6 / 100k
2yr Up 108.1% 10yr Up 21.7%
View all offence subgroups for Cardinia →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
523
▲ 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 Tynong known for? +

Tynong is known as a small semi-rural township in Gippsland with its own railway station on the V/Line Gippsland Line. Settled in the 1880s, it is popular with those seeking affordable rural lifestyle properties within commuting distance of Melbourne.

How far is Tynong from Melbourne? +

Tynong is approximately 66 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD, roughly a 65–80 minute train journey on the V/Line Gippsland Line or 70–95 minutes by car during peak hour.

Does Tynong have public transport? +

Yes, Tynong has its own railway station on the V/Line Gippsland Line, with direct services to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station. Bus connections are limited, so a car is still useful for most daily needs.

What is the population of Tynong? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tynong has a population of 523 residents. It is a small township covering approximately 21 square kilometres in the Shire of Cardinia.

Is Tynong a good place to live? +

Tynong suits those who value rural space, quiet surroundings, and the convenience of a direct rail link to Melbourne. It is best suited to lifestyle-property owners and commuters willing to embrace car dependence for most local errands.

What is the postcode for Tynong? +

The postcode for Tynong, VIC is 3813.

Is Tynong a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Tynong is part of the Cardinia 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.