Wulgulmerang East

VIC 3885 • Victoria

12
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
145.58 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteNatureBushlandEast Gippsland

About Wulgulmerang East

Wulgulmerang East is a remote rural locality in East Gippsland, Victoria, situated near the Snowy River National Park and the upper reaches of the Snowy River. With a population of around 350 people spread across a large area, it is one of the more sparsely settled localities in Victoria. The landscape is characterised by rugged mountain terrain, dense bushland and working grazing properties, sitting within postcode 3885 which encompasses several small East Gippsland communities.

The locality is popular with bushwalkers, fly-fishers and four-wheel-drive enthusiasts drawn to the nearby Snowy River and Errinundra National Parks. Life here revolves around farming, the great outdoors and close-knit community ties, with residents travelling to Orbost (approximately 60 km away) for major services and supplies. It suits those seeking a genuinely off-the-grid rural lifestyle in one of Victoria's most scenic and wild regions.

Wulgulmerang East falls under postcode 3885 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3885
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.29°, 148.12°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
145.58 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
400 km
By Car (Peak)
Approx 5.5-6 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 5 hours

🛣️ Orbost is the nearest service town (~60 km). The locality is accessed via the Bonang Highway. No public transport is available.

Walkability Car Dependent

A highly remote rural locality with no public transport and minimal infrastructure. Private vehicle is essential for all travel.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
12
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

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