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Yinnar South

VIC 3869 • Victoria

675
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
47.58 km²
Area
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Median Rent
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About Yinnar South

Yinnar South is a rural locality in Victoria's Latrobe Valley, situated within the Latrobe City Council area approximately 170 kilometres east of Melbourne. With a population of 675 according to the 2021 Census, the locality covers around 48 square kilometres of forested Gippsland terrain. The area is characterised by low-density rural residential properties set among rolling hills, farmland, and native bush.

Yinnar South is renowned for its lush Dicksonia antarctica (soft tree fern) foliage, which gives the area a distinctive bush character unique to Gippsland. The community is served by local institutions including a primary school dating back to 1886, a tennis club established in 1927, a pony club, and a community hall available for hire. The historic Holy Innocents Church, built in 1894 and reputedly one of the smallest churches in Australia, stands as a cherished landmark reflecting the locality's deep rural heritage.

Yinnar South falls under postcode 3869 and is governed by the Latrobe Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3869
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Latrobe
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.36°, 146.36°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
47.58 km²
Population Density
14 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Morwell
30 km
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Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Morwell / Latrobe Valley Approx. 40 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
170 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Morwell then approx. 90 min by train
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min – 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 50 min – 2 hr 15 min

🛣️ Car is the primary mode of transport; Princes Highway accessible via Morwell

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Yinnar South is a dispersed rural locality with no walkable commercial centre; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
634.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 28.8%
Motor vehicle theft
412.9 / 100k
2yr Up 78.3% 10yr Up 35.7%
Non-FV assault
642 / 100k
2yr Up 16.1% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
5 / 100k
2yr Down 21.3% 10yr Up 87.9%
Steal from vehicle
1,065 / 100k
2yr Up 33.2% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Latrobe →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
675
▲ 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 Yinnar South known for? +

Yinnar South is known for its distinctive Dicksonia antarctica (soft tree fern) foliage, which gives the locality a lush, bush character unique to Gippsland. The area is also noted for the tiny Holy Innocents Church (1894), one of the smallest churches in Australia, and a strong sense of rural community.

How far is Yinnar South from Melbourne? +

Yinnar South is approximately 170 kilometres east of Melbourne, in the heart of Gippsland's Latrobe Valley. The drive typically takes around two hours via the Princes Highway.

Does Yinnar South have public transport? +

Yinnar South has no direct rail service. The nearest train station is Morwell (approximately 30 km away) on the Gippsland Line. Local bus services in the Latrobe Valley are limited, and a car is essential for day-to-day travel.

What is the population of Yinnar South? +

According to the 2021 Census, Yinnar South has a population of 675 residents, spread across a rural area of around 48 square kilometres within the Latrobe City Council area.

Is Yinnar South a good place to live? +

Yinnar South suits those seeking a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle in Gippsland, with a genuine community feel supported by local clubs and facilities. It is best suited to people who are comfortable with car-dependent living and enjoy the natural beauty of the Latrobe Valley bush.

What is the postcode for Yinnar South? +

The postcode for Yinnar South is 3869.

Is Yinnar South a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Yinnar South is part of the Latrobe 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.