Median house price
$569k
+12% change
VIC · Latrobe Council
Traralgon, 3844
Est. population · Jun 2025
27,391
Growth (1 yr)
+0.7%
Growth (5 yr)
+3.3%
Median age
39
Median income
$1,484/wk
Employment rate
56.5%
Median house price · 4th Quarter 2025
$569,000
Languages at home
7.8%non-English
Most common: Italian, Greek, Mandarin
2021 Census · usual residence
Desirability score
- Green suburb
- High desirability
- National parks
- Excellent transport
- Education hub
Suburb profile
Traralgon sits in Latrobe Council as a regional larger suburb that feels self-contained and a long way from big-city bustle. Families and commuters make up much of the community, with a strong presence of young families throughout. Families have many nearby school and early-learning options to choose from.
Local shops and services are well covered, which makes the suburb easy to live in day to day. Outdoor life is easy here, with generous parks and room for kids, dogs and weekend strolls. Most routine trips are on foot, while buses cover longer journeys across the metro area.
Housing is more affordable than in many parts of the state. A busy pipeline of new development is gradually changing the look and feel of the streets.
Growth momentum, plus local dining and lifestyle amenities push the suburb to a good desirability read, even as safety, plus community and employment look more ordinary among similar regional towns.
At a glance
Traralgon snapshot
A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk
Median rent
$450/wk
Population (ERP)
27,391
+0.7% annual growth
Dwelling vacancy
8.0%
Census unoccupied dwellings
Livability profile
Desirability pillars vs the peer median (50th percentile)
How it compares
Relative standing using percentiles, ranks, and national deciles
Desirability
#10
among Country & regional · Established
Safety
86th
percentile in state (higher = safer)
Pop. growth
60th
percentile in VIC
Advantage (IRSAD)
3/10
national SEIFA decile
School ICSEA
49th
percentile among schools with ICSEA
Population growth
Recent ERP change over 1 and 5 years
Housing mix
Dwelling types from the 2021 Census
Risks & flags
Quick scan — open a section below for full context
Living here
Desirability
Ranks & confidence
- Desirability score
- 67.1/100 — Good
- State standing
- Top 13% of Victoria's suburbs
- National rank
- 394th in Australia
- State rank
- 160th in VIC
- Peer rank
- #10 among Country & regional · Established suburbs
- Cohort rank
- #16 among Country & regional suburbs
- Data confidence
- 100%
Data sources & freshness
- Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
Housing
- All types (Sep 2025)
- $450
- Median house price (4th Quarter 2025)
- $569,000
- Median price change
- +12.2%
Median weekly rent from Victorian government rent reports. Council median fallback may apply where suburb rent is unavailable.
Contributes to desirability score · Housing (15%) · Future Growth (7%)
Median price, rental yield and vacancy Recent price momentum
Data sources & freshness
- DFFH rent report and Valuer-General property sales report — Department of Families, Fairness and Housing / Department of Transport and Planning (Victoria) · 4th Quarter 2025; Sep 2025 · Updated · Quarterly releases; council median rent fallback where suburb rent unavailable
Population
Estimated resident population
27,391(June 2025)
+0.7% annual · +3.3% over 5 years · 60th percentile in VIC
Growth figures & methodology
- Annual growth
- +0.7%
- 5-year growth
- +3.3%
- Change in 1 year
- +197
- Change in 5 years
- +883
- Growth rank in VIC
- 60th percentile
ABS Estimated Resident Population allocated to this suburb from SA2-level data. Not an official ABS suburb count.
Methodology
Figures are allocated from ABS Estimated Resident Population at Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2), using 2021 Census share within overlapping SA2 regions. Where Census data is unavailable, area overlap is used instead.
The dashed chart line is a simple growth-trend estimate to June 2030 (~28,600), extrapolated at +0.9% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.
2021 Census figures
2021 Census
- Population
- 26,907
- Median age
- 39
- Median household income / week
- $1,484
- Dwelling vacancy
- 8%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 930 of 11,564
- Median monthly mortgage
- $1,300
- Employment rate
- 56.5%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 9,085 / 496 / 975 (+ 58 other)
Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)
Employment, household income and age diversity (2021 Census)
Data sources & freshness
- 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.
- Estimated Resident Population — Australian Bureau of Statistics · 2025 · Updated · SA2 ERP allocated to suburb boundaries
Community & culture
No 2021 Census cultural diversity data for this suburb yet.
Data sources & freshness
- 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.
Crime & safety
Reported offences increased compared with the previous period.
Offence counts & rates
- Total offences (2026)
- 4,216
- Against the person
- 742
- Against property
- 2,227
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 153.9
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 36 residents
- State safety percentile
- 86.3th (lower crime is better)
- Increase (daily rate)
- +9.3%
Most common offence types
- B21 Criminal Damage286
- B42 Steal From A Motor Vehicle361
- B43 Steal From A Retail Store528
- B49 Other Theft265
- E21 Breach Family Violence Order531
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)
Crime rate and year-on-year trend
Data sources & freshness
- Recorded offences by suburb/town — Crime Statistics Agency (Victoria) · 2025 · Updated
Family & Lifestyle
Schools & preschools
- Schools within 2 km
- 7
- Median school ICSEA (7 schools)
- 1,004
- Median ICSEA percentile
- 49th
School list
- Lavalla Catholic CollegeSecondary · Catholic · ICSEA 1028 · 59th percentile · LBOTE 7% · 1,358 students · Top SEA quarter 12% · 0.6 km awayView on My School →
- Traralgon (Kosciuszko Street) Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · ICSEA 986 · 40th percentile · LBOTE 8% · 318 students · Top SEA quarter 10% · 0.6 km awayView on My School →
- Traralgon CollegeSecondary · Government · ICSEA 937 · 20th percentile · LBOTE 6% · 880 students · Top SEA quarter 3% · 1.3 km awayView on My School →
- Traralgon (Stockdale Road) Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · ICSEA 974 · 35th percentile · LBOTE 6% · 445 students · Top SEA quarter 9% · 1.5 km awayView on My School →
- St Michael's SchoolPrimary · Catholic · ICSEA 1058 · 71th percentile · LBOTE 20% · 456 students · Top SEA quarter 23% · 1.6 km awayView on My School →
- Grey Street Primary School (Traralgon)Primary · Government · ICSEA 1004 · 49th percentile · LBOTE 12% · 535 students · Top SEA quarter 11% · 1.9 km awayView on My School →
- St Gabriel's SchoolPrimary · Catholic · ICSEA 1038 · 63th percentile · LBOTE 11% · 499 students · Top SEA quarter 15% · 1.9 km awayView on My School →
Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)
School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA
Data sources & freshness
- ACARA school locations — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority · 2025 · Updated · Annual release
- School ICSEA scores — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority · 2025 · Updated · Annual release
Childcare
3 childcare services from OpenStreetMap
- Bluebird Early Educationchildcare
- Goodstart Early Learning Traralgonchildcare
- kindergartenkindergarten
Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)
Childcare centre count
Data sources & freshness
- Childcare services — OpenStreetMap · current · Updated
Public transport
138 public transport stops in this suburb
- Latrobe Regional Hospital
- Traralgon Plaza SC/Franklin St
- Traralgon Railway Station
- Traralgon Station
- Traralgon Station/Princes St
Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)
Public transport stop coverage
Data sources & freshness
- GTFS public transport stops — State transport authority open-data feeds · current · Updated
Amenities
152 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km
4 restaurants · 2 cafes · 1 pubs · 1 bars · 2 supermarkets · 3 fast food · 1 places of worship · 3 playgrounds
Local character & venue list
Local character
- Highly walkable for everyday errands
- Great for outdoor family life — 72 parks mapped in suburb, 3 playgrounds nearby
- Well connected by public transport — 138 public transport stops
- Good everyday shopping nearby — 6 shops and services
- Strong local sport and recreation — 11 sport and outdoor facilities nearby
- Walkability proxy
- 77/100
- Cafés per 1,000 residents
- 0.07
- Food & drink per 1,000 residents
- 0.41
- Parks per 1,000 residents
- 2.68
Food & drink(11)
- Turks Sports BarBar
110 Hotham Street
- Bodhi Specialty Coffee & Second-hand BooksCafe
12 Breed Street, Traralgon
- Coffee CornerCafe
1 Church Street, Traralgon
- Chippers and ChompsFast food
- KFCFast food
- SubwayFast food
2-6 Breed Street, Traralgon
- Royal Exchange HotelPub
- Goodfellas PizzaRestaurant
108 Hotham Street
- Restaurant
- Traralgon RSLRestaurant
- Wan LoyRestaurant
Shopping(6)
- Stoddart's ButcheryButcher
- Liberty TraralgonConvenience store
7-21 Shakespeare Street
- Reddy ExpressConvenience store
- UnitedConvenience store
- FoodworksSupermarket
- WoolworthsSupermarket
Community(5)
- Kosciuszko Street Primary SchoolSchool
Kosciuszko Street
- Latrobe Special Development SchoolSchool
48-62 Hickox Street
- Lavalla Catholic College Kildare CampusSchool
33-49 Kosciuszko Street
- Lavalla Catholic College St Paul's CampusSchool
206-220 Grey Street
- Traralgon College Senior CampusSchool
154-184 Grey Street
Health & services(3)
- Hooley OrthodontistDentist
- Breed Street ClinicMedical clinic
- Flourish Medical GroupMedical clinic
Sport & outdoors(27)
- Hickox ReserveDog park
- Traralgon Golf CourseGolf course
- Fitness 4 UGym
52 Queens Parade
- PilatesChoice TraralgonGym
22 Breed Street, Traralgon
- Duncan Cameron Memorial ParkPark
- Park (14)
- Traralgon Railway Reservoir Recreation ReservePark
- Playground (3)
- Gippsland Regional Aquatic CentreSports centre
- Traralgon Sports StadiumSports centre
- Sports field
- Swimming pool
Transport(18)
18 bus stops
Other(33)
- BWSAlcohol
- Bench (15)
- Bicycle Parking
- Supercheap AutoCar Parts
- Gippsland 4WD CentreCar repair
- Bloomfields Bridal ShopClothes
- Drinking water (3)
- Evie NetworksEV charging
- Tesla SuperchargerEV charging
- Fire Station No. 77Fire station
158 Princes Street, Traralgon
- Fitness Station (4)
- BlissHairdresser
- Traralgon H HardwareHardware
- Comfort Inn & Suites LatrobeMotel
- Connells MotelMotel
- Motel TraralgonMotel
- Parking (26)
- PetbarnPet
- PetstockPet
- Liberty TraralgonPetrol station
- ShellPetrol station
- UnitedPetrol station
- Gippsland Physiotherapy Group TraralgonPhysiotherapist
Unit 4 24 Breed Street, Traralgon
- Picnic Table
- Good Shepherd Lutheran ChurchPlace of worship
- Australia PostPost office
- Public toilets
- bird hideShelter
- information shelterShelter
- Social Facility
- Blackfox TattooingTattoo
69 Henry Street, Traralgon
- Bob Jane T-MartsTyres
- Waste Basket (6)
Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe). Transport stops are summarised by type rather than listed individually.
Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)
Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)
Data sources & freshness
- Local amenity insights — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
- OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated
Parks & reserves
13 parks and public open space in this suburb
- Agnes Brereton ReservePark
- Bert Thompson ReservePark
- Bradman Boulevard Play SpacePark
- Down's ReseveNature reserve
- Duncan Cameron Memorial ParkPark
- Explorers ParkPark
- Harold Preston ParkPark
- Hickox ReservePark
- Kevin Lythgo ReservePark
- Kevin Trew ReserveNature reserve
Data sources & freshness
- Parks & reserves — State government + ABS LGA boundaries · current · Updated
Green cover
- Parks & woodland (OSM)
- 75
- Parks (OSM)
- 72
OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.
Contributes to desirability score · Environment (10%)
Parks and green cover (OpenStreetMap)
Data sources & freshness
- OpenStreetMap green cover — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated
Places of worship
1 places of worship within ~1.5 km
- Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
From OpenStreetMap within ~1.5 km of the suburb centre.
Data sources & freshness
- OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated
Health access
- Hospitals & GP clinics in suburb
- 19
- Nearest hospital
- Latrobe Regional Health (4.5 km)
- Nearest hospital type
- Hospital
- Nearest hospital emergency
- Emergency department
- Emergency department in suburb
- On site
- Australian clinical laboratoryLaboratory
- Breed Street ClinicDoctor
- Chemist WarehouseFranklin StreetPharmacy
- Flourish Medical GroupDoctor
- Gippsland Physiotherapy Group TraralgonBreed StreetPhysiotherapist
- GuardianPharmacy
- Health and Medical ClinicDoctor
- Hooley OrthodontistDentist
- Jenny CraigCounselling
- Laser ClinicClinic
Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)
Hospitals and GP clinics
Data sources & freshness
- Hospitals & clinics — OpenStreetMap + state health datasets · current · Updated
NDIS participation
- NDIS participants (31 March 2026)
- 1,177
- Participants per 1,000 residents
- 43.0
Active NDIS participants allocated from NDIA Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2, ASGS 2016) counts to this suburb boundary. Not an official suburb-level NDIS figure · as at 31 March 2026.
For NDIS spend and service-demand exploration by SA2 or postcode, see the Care Sector Demand Map.
Data sources & freshness
- NDIS participants by SA2 — National Disability Insurance Agency · 2026-Q1 · Updated · Quarterly SA2 counts allocated to suburb boundaries
Weather
Typical conditions by season for suburbs in the same ~44 km climate area. Rainfall totals are summed from monthly WorldClim layers; rainy-day counts are approximate.
Summer (Dec–Feb)
- Usual max / min
- 25° / 12°
- Rainfall
- 197 mm · ~25 rainy days
Autumn (Mar–May)
- Usual max / min
- 20° / 9°
- Rainfall
- 228 mm · ~28 rainy days
Winter (Jun–Aug)
- Usual max / min
- 13° / 5°
- Rainfall
- 261 mm · ~33 rainy days
Spring (Sep–Nov)
- Usual max / min
- 18° / 7°
- Rainfall
- 304 mm · ~38 rainy days
Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)
Temperature and humidity comfort
Data sources & freshness
- Seasonal climate normals — WorldClim 2.1 · Updated
Future & Planning
Planning & development
Development applications from PPARS statewide register (lodged 2020–2022). Free public PPARS MapServer — applications through ~2022 (service last updated Feb 2024).
73 planning-related records
2021· 19 proposals
August 2021
- Development of land with shade sails ancillary to the existing use of the land for a residential aged care facilityDALKEITH HEIGHTS, 49-53 HAZELWOOD ROAD TRARALGON 3844Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Subdivision of land into two (2) lots (re-subdivision of land)110 SCRUBBY LANE TRARALGON 3844Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
July 2021
- Six (6) lot subdivision in stages and creation of carriageway easement4 Swinburne CrescentPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
June 2021
- Staged multi-lot subdivision, removal of native vegetation, removal of an easement and creation of reserves50 GLENDALE ROAD TRARALGON 3844Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Subdivision of land into two (2) lots1C LIDDIARD ROAD TRARALGON 3844Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Use of land for a home based business (hairdresser)33 POLLOCK AVENUE TRARALGON 3844Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Subdivision of land into two (2) lots1/29 Connaught WayPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Removal of native vegetation9 Oswald StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
May 2021
- Development of land with a new building ancillary to an existing education centre, display of business identification signage and a reduction in car parking and bicycle requirements46 CROSS'S ROAD TRARALGON 3844Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
April 2021
- Development of land with 3 dwellings on a lot45 Park LaneLapsed
- Use and development of land for a car wash, reduction of car parking requirements and alteration of access to a Road in a Road Zone, Category 112 SHAKESPEARE STREET TRARALGON 3844NOD issued by the Resp. Authority
March 2021
- Development of land with the alteration and extension (including rear demolition) of an existing dwelling and development of a swimming pool in a Heritage Overlay8 Henry StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
February 2021
- Use of land for a Medical Centre and waiver of bicycle parking requirements18 Breed StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Development of a dwelling on a lot less than 500 square metres6 Cornell WayPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Development of land with a dwelling on a lot less than 500 square metres18A Balmoral PlacePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Development of land with a single dwelling on a lot less than 500 square metres10B Finlayson CrescentPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
January 2021
- Development of land with a single dwelling on a lot less than 500 square metres41 Chenhall CrescentPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Subdivision of land into four (4) lotsHead StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Use of land for a Liquor Licence (Restaurant and Cafe) and Display of Business Identification Signage61 Breed StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
2020· 21 proposals
December 2020
- Development of a dwelling on a lot less than 500 square metres15 Angus RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Development of land with the alteration of an existing dwelling1/7 MacDougal CourtPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Development of land with replacement fenceTraralgon Recreation Reserve, 9A Whittakers RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Display of an internally illuminated pole sign102 Argyle StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
November 2020
- Development of land for Second Dwelling and Two (2) Lot Subdivision20 Garibaldi StreetNOD issued by the Resp. Authority
- Development of land with a storage shed associated with an existing education facility206-220 Grey StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Development of land with a relocatable building ancillary to an existing Primary School102 Seymour StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
October 2020
- Use of land for a Restaurant and Cafe Liquor Licence60 Franklin StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Development of land with the partial demolition and extension of an existing dwelling14 Roseneath StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Development of land with an outbuilding (Hay Shed) ancillary to agricultureWalshs RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Alteration of access to a road in a RDZ1 and display of business identification signage.90 Grey StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Demolition of an outbuilding in the Heritage Overlay14 Henry StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Development of land with a single dwelling.2/62 Shakespeare StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Development of land with a building ancillary to a restricted retail premises, reduction in car parking requirements and alteration of access onto a Road Zone, Category 1111 Argyle StreetNOD issued by a delegate
- Development of land with an extension to an existing education facility30-50 Rangeview DrivePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
September 2020
- Development of land for a single dwelling on a lot under 500 sqm.17 Angus RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Use of land as a Restricted Recreation Facility and an On Premises Liquor Licence86-88 Hotham StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Development of land with two (2) dwellings and a Two Lot (2) Subdivision36 Mary Claire StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
August 2020
- Development of land for extension to single dwelling50 Northern AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Multi Lot Subdivision50 Glendale RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Use and Development of a Service Station, boundary re-alignment and creation of access to Road Zone Category 15483 Princes HighwayNOD issued by the Resp. Authority
Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)
Development and planning activity
Data sources & freshness
- PPARS planning permit activity (statewide) — Department of Transport and Planning (Victoria) · 2020–2022 · Updated · MapServer through FY 2022–23; newer data needs council/API access
Roadworks & transport
58 active roadworks / incidents
- Maintenance Works activities occurring between 08/07/2026 and 18/05/2027 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Weekends 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 60 and the traffic delay is expected to be Nil.PRINCES HIGHWAY, PRINCES FREEWAY07 Jul 2026 – 17 May 2027
- Maintenance Works activities occurring between 25/04/2025 and 31/10/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM, Weekends 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM. Note that changed conditions may also be in place during 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed multiple directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be Greater than 10 min.KAY STREET, BLUNDELL COURT24 Apr 2025 – 30 Oct 2026
- Other DTP Works (not Tram, Train or Bus Replacements) activities occurring between 14/01/2025 and 30/10/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, Weekends 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.SHAKESPEARE STREET, BANK STREET13 Jan 2025 – 29 Oct 2026
- Other DTP Works (not Tram, Train or Bus Replacements) activities occurring between 14/01/2025 and 30/10/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, Weekends 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.SHAKESPEARE STREET, PRINCES STREET13 Jan 2025 – 29 Oct 2026
- Other DTP Works (not Tram, Train or Bus Replacements) activities occurring between 14/01/2025 and 30/10/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, Weekends 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.PRINCES STREET, DEAKIN STREET13 Jan 2025 – 29 Oct 2026
- Other DTP Works (not Tram, Train or Bus Replacements) activities occurring between 14/01/2025 and 30/10/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, Weekends 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.PRINCES STREET, MABEL STREET13 Jan 2025 – 29 Oct 2026
- Other DTP Works (not Tram, Train or Bus Replacements) activities occurring between 14/01/2025 and 30/10/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, Weekends 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.CHURCH STREET, DEAKIN STREET13 Jan 2025 – 29 Oct 2026
- Other DTP Works (not Tram, Train or Bus Replacements) activities occurring between 14/01/2025 and 30/10/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, Weekends 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.MABEL STREET, PRINCES STREET13 Jan 2025 – 29 Oct 2026
- Other DTP Works (not Tram, Train or Bus Replacements) activities occurring between 14/01/2025 and 30/10/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, Weekends 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.DEAKIN STREET, CHURCH STREET13 Jan 2025 – 29 Oct 2026
- Other DTP Works (not Tram, Train or Bus Replacements) activities occurring between 25/02/2025 and 30/10/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 PM to 6:00 AM, Weekends 7:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.SHAKESPEARE STREET, BANK STREET24 Feb 2025 – 29 Oct 2026
Data sources & freshness
- Road incidents & closures — State road authority open-data feeds · current · Updated
Heritage
3 heritage places
- AZAROLE HAWTHORN TREENH2135
- TRARALGON COURT HOUSENH1488
- TRARALGON ENGINE SHED & TURNTABLENH1979
Data sources & freshness
- State heritage register — State heritage authority · current · Updated
Hazards
- Bushfire planning zone
- No overlay at centroid
Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid via Victorian Bushfire Management Overlay mapping.
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)
Bushfire hazard overlays
Data sources & freshness
- Hazard planning overlays — State government hazard layers · current · Updated
Politics & representation
- Federal electorate
- Gippsland
- Member of Parliament
- Darren CHESTER (The Nationals)
- Results from
- 2025 federal election
- Electorate enrolment (2025)
- 118,075
- Turnout (2025)
- 92.0%
- Swing since 2022 (2025)
- +1.2 pp toward Labor
Two-party preferred (2025)
Coalition 69.4%Labor 30.6%
Estimated suburb voting profile
Estimated from 8 nearby ordinary polling places (up to 9.7 km away).
Coalition 59.9%Labor 40.1%
9.5 percentage points more Labor-leaning than the electorate
Estimated swing since 2022: +4.2 pp toward Labor
Nearest polling places
- Traralgon WestLabor 40.4% · Coalition 59.6% TPP (2025)0.4 km away
- Traralgon NorthLabor 40.1% · Coalition 59.9% TPP (2025)1.3 km away
- TraralgonLabor 38.3% · Coalition 61.7% TPP (2025)1.9 km away
- Traralgon EastLabor 36.1% · Coalition 63.9% TPP (2025)2.9 km away
- TyersLabor 26.1% · Coalition 73.9% TPP (2025)7.0 km away
Federal electorate from AEC federal division boundaries (2025 redistribution). Division-level results are official AEC figures from the latest general election, with by-election updates where applicable. The estimated suburb profile blends up to eight nearest ordinary polling booths in the same electorate using inverse-distance weighting from the suburb centroid — an approximation, not official AEC data. Nearest polling places are shown for reference.
Data sources & freshness
- Federal election results — Australian Electoral Commission · Updated · 2025 election with by-election overlays
Socio-economic
- IRSAD decile (2021)
- 3/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 4/10
ABS Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA), 2021 release — the latest available, derived from the 2021 Census. Deciles rank suburbs nationally from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).
What do IRSAD and IRSD measure?
IRSAD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Advantage and Disadvantage. Combines indicators of advantage (e.g. high income, skilled occupations) and disadvantage. Higher decile = more advantaged relative to other Australian areas.
IRSD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Disadvantage. Focuses on disadvantage only (e.g. low income, unemployment, limited education). Higher decile = less disadvantage nationally.
A new SEIFA edition typically follows each census; the ABS has not announced a release date beyond 2021.
Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)
Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)
Data sources & freshness
- SEIFA 2021 (IRSAD / IRSD) — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
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