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Loch, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Loch is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 619. Elevation: 341 ft (104 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
619 Population 0/sq mi density
341 ft Elevation 104 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
39.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$25,350 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$25,350 median income, 3.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$183,000 home value, $915/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population619
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$25,350
Per Capita$25,350
Unemployment3.3%

Housing

C+
Home Value$183,000
Rent$915
Ownership90.6%
Housing Units248

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Population619
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Coordinates-38.3691°, 145.7081°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation39.2 inches (996 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,350
Median Age50.0 years

About Loch

Loch is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 619. The city sits at an elevation of 341 feet (104 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Loch has a population of 619 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,960.5 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

619
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Australia avg
1,960.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Loch vs Australia Average

The median household income in Loch is $25,350, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $488, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 59 business establishments.

Income: Loch vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,350
66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,350
Avg Weekly Wage$488

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)59

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Loch is $183,000, 35% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $915 (21% below the national average of $1,163). 90.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 248 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,000
35% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$915
21% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership90.6%
Owner-Occupied90.6%
Renter-Occupied9.4%
Housing Units248

Property Tax

Climate in Loch

Loch has an average annual temperature of 14.5°C (58°F). The hottest month is Feb (19.4°C), the coldest is Jul (10.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 966 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19°C / 66°F 13.7° / 24.4° 50.7
Feb 19.4°C / 67°F 14° / 24.8° 53.4
Mar 17.8°C / 64°F 12.7° / 22.9° 53.6
Apr 15.1°C / 59°F 10.5° / 19.7° 73.8
May 12.8°C / 55°F 8.8° / 16.8° 94.4
Jun 10.8°C / 51°F 7.1° / 14.5° 98.2
Jul 10.2°C / 50°F 6.6° / 13.9° 102.4
Aug 10.8°C / 51°F 7° / 14.7° 110.0
Sep 12.2°C / 54°F 8.1° / 16.4° 103.4
Oct 13.8°C / 57°F 9.1° / 18.4° 86.2
Nov 15.4°C / 60°F 10.6° / 20.3° 77.1
Dec 17.2°C / 63°F 12° / 22.3° 62.9
Loch enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 341 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Area1,960.5 sq mi (5,077.6 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-38.3691°N, 145.7081°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.2"
3% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.49"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

39 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Jun 19, 2012 11 km NNE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.2 44 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 45 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 114 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 41 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 14 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 12 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 116 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 69 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 27 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 12 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 33 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 117 km
Apr 10, 2003 Bass Strait, Australia M3.9 97 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 119 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 10 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 62 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 33 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 43 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 81 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 47 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 2.6 in Warmest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in
April 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in
May 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in
June 49°F (9°C) 4.2 in Coldest
July 52°F (11°C) 4.4 in
August 49°F (9°C) 4.5 in
September 51°F (11°C) 4.5 in Wettest
October 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in
November 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in
December 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in

Loch has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 49°F in June to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Loch

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Loch Primary School
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Radio Stations near Loch

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
World Buddhist Radio buddhism, meditation MP3 64 kbps
South Coast FM pop music, pop rock AAC 128 kbps

Museums in Loch

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Coal Creek Community Park & Museum
Warragul & District Historical Society Museum
Wonthaggi & District Historical Museum

Libraries in Loch

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Drouin Library0.0
Leongatha Library0.0
Poowong library0.0
Warragul Library0.0
Wonthaggi Principal Library0.0

Cafes in Loch

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cosy Kitchen Loch
Hard Loch Cafe

Gas Stations in Loch

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Breweries in Loch

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Burra Brewing Co.

Ski Resorts Near Loch

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Baw Baw 0.0 $0

Airports Near Loch

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne Moorabbin AirportMBWMedium Airport
Bunurong FieldSmall Airport
Bunyip AirportSmall Airport
Coldstream AirportSmall Airport
Drouin AirportSmall Airport
Fish Creek AirportSmall Airport
Inverloch AirportSmall Airport
Koo Wee Rup (Aardel Port) AirfieldSmall Airport
Leongatha AirportSmall Airport
Lilydale AirportSmall Airport
Longwarry AirportSmall Airport
Nar Nar Goon AirstripSmall Airport
Stony Creek (Buffalo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Tooradin AirportSmall Airport
Tyabb AirportSmall Airport
Welshpool AirportWHLSmall Airport
Wilsons Promontory Airport (Yanakie Airport)Small Airport
Wonthaggi AirportSmall Airport
Yanakie AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Loch

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Community Loch Post Office

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Melbourne

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Loch

What is the population of Loch?

Loch has a population of 619 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,960.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Loch expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,350, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $183,000 (35% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $915 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Loch?

Loch enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches.

How is the job market in Loch?

Loch has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $488. There are 59 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Loch?

The median home value in Loch is $183,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $915. The homeownership rate is 90.6%.

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