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Yallourn North

VIC 3825 • Rest of VIC

1,511
Population (2021)
$34,268
Median Income
81.26 km²
Area
$220/wk
Median Rent
AffordableFamily-FriendlyCommuter BeltRural

About Yallourn North

Yallourn North is a small township in Victoria’s Latrobe Valley, located within the City of Latrobe approximately 152 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, at an elevation of around 270 metres in the Gippsland region. The suburb forms part of the Moe–Yallourn urban area and had a 2021 Census population of 1,511, with a community that has long been shaped by the region’s coal mining and power generation industries. The median household income of ,276 per week and median age of 42 reflect a working-class community typical of the Latrobe Valley.

Yallourn North adjoins the larger town of Moe, which provides the main retail, schooling, and health services for the area. Moe station on the Gippsland Line is approximately 2 kilometres away, offering V/Line rail services to Melbourne’s Southern Cross Station. The suburb has a largely Australian-born population with a strong community character, and its affordable housing, access to schools, and quiet semi-rural streetscapes attract families and residents seeking a more relaxed lifestyle away from Melbourne’s urban intensity.

Yallourn North falls under postcode 3825 and is governed by Latrobe Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Morwell (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3825
Urban Area
Moe - Yallourn
LGA / Council
Latrobe
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Morwell (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.13°, 146.38°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
81.26 km²
Elevation
270m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Moe
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • Local Latrobe Valley bus routes — Moe / Morwell town centres 10-20 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
152 km
By Train
Approx. 2 hours from Moe to Southern Cross Station via Gippsland Line
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hrs 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hrs

🛣️ Princes Highway connects the Latrobe Valley to Melbourne; Moe station 2km away

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car; Moe town centre is a short drive away for shops and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$220
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$953
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.2%

4 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,545
Census 2021
1,511
▼ 2.2% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,220
Income 2021
$34,268
▲ 35.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,295
Born Overseas 112

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 27
  • 2. Philippines 12
  • 3. Malta 9
  • 4. Germany 7
  • 5. Netherlands 7
  • 6. New Zealand 5
  • 7. Ireland 4
  • 8. Italy 4
  • 9. Vietnam 4
  • 10. Malaysia 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 777
English 584
Scottish 160
Irish 113
German 53
Italian 46
Maltese 42
Dutch 37
Australian Aboriginal 30
Filipino 17

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,061
Both parents born in Australia
180
Both parents born overseas
172
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
54.4%
Christianity
36.3%
Islam
0.5%
Buddhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
97 (6.4%)
5-14 years
170 (11.3%)
15-19 years
75 (5.0%)
20-24 years
96 (6.4%)
25-34 years
201 (13.3%)
35-44 years
159 (10.5%)
45-54 years
202 (13.4%)
55-64 years
249 (16.5%)
65-74 years
174 (11.5%)
75-84 years
64 (4.2%)
85+ years
26 (1.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yallourn North known for? +

Yallourn North is known for its association with the Latrobe Valley’s coal mining and power generation history, and its quiet township character adjacent to Moe. The surrounding Gippsland region offers scenic countryside, and the area retains a strong working-class community identity.

How far is Yallourn North from Melbourne CBD? +

Yallourn North is approximately 152 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 1.5 to 2-hour drive depending on traffic. V/Line rail services from nearby Moe station take approximately 2 hours to Southern Cross Station.

Does Yallourn North have public transport? +

Yallourn North does not have its own rail station, but Moe station on the V/Line Gippsland Line is approximately 2 kilometres away. Local bus services connect the suburb to Moe and other Latrobe Valley towns.

What is the population of Yallourn North? +

According to the 2021 Census, Yallourn North has a population of 1,511 residents, a slight decrease from 1,545 in 2016, with a median age of 42.

Is Yallourn North a good place to live? +

Yallourn North suits those seeking affordable, quiet semi-rural living in the Latrobe Valley. It is close to Moe’s schools, shops, and health services, and offers a relaxed community atmosphere typical of regional Gippsland.

What is the postcode for Yallourn North? +

Yallourn North VIC has the postcode 3825.