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Aireys Inlet

VIC 3231 • Victoria

979
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
19.61 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Aireys Inlet

Aireys Inlet is a small coastal locality situated on the Great Ocean Road in Victoria's Surf Coast Shire, approximately 95 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. The township has a permanent population of around 979 residents, though this swells considerably during summer and holiday periods when visitors flock to the area. Low-density residential development dominates the landscape, with a mix of holiday homes, permanent residences, and beachside retreats nestled among coastal scrub.

The locality is best known for the iconic Split Point Lighthouse — a heritage-listed structure that gained national fame as the setting for the Australian children's television series Round the Twist. Residents and visitors enjoy easy access to patrolled surf beaches, coastal walking trails, and the charming village strip along Great Ocean Road. Public transport is limited to V/Line coach services, and a car is essential for daily life; however, the trade-off is a relaxed, nature-immersed lifestyle that draws sea-changers, artists, and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Aireys Inlet falls under postcode 3231 and is governed by the Surf Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Corangamite, while state elections fall under the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3231
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Surf Coast
Federal Electorate
Corangamite
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.46°, 144.11°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
19.61 km²
Population Density
50 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Aireys Inlet for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$1.25M
4 sales · ▼ 6.2% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3231

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3231 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$49,261
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$93,393

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3231; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line Coach — Geelong / Melbourne CBD (Southern Cross) Approx. 2h to Melbourne CBD

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
95 km
By Train
No direct train service; V/Line coach to Geelong then train to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
1h 20min – 1h 50min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 10min – 1h 20min

🛣️ Great Ocean Road can be slow in peak tourist season; most residents are retirees or remote workers

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for daily life; the small village strip offers only basic conveniences

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
979
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
135.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 71.3%
Motor vehicle theft
98.6 / 100k
2yr Up 84.6% 10yr Down 57.1%
Non-FV assault
128.2 / 100k
2yr Up 14.5% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
2.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 62.4%
Steal from vehicle
347.7 / 100k
2yr Up 15.8% 10yr Down 46.5%
View all offence subgroups for Surf Coast →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Aireys Inlet known for? +

Aireys Inlet is best known for the Split Point Lighthouse, a heritage-listed landmark that featured in the iconic Australian children's TV series Round the Twist. The area is also celebrated for its surf beaches, coastal walking trails, and scenic position along the Great Ocean Road.

How far is Aireys Inlet from Melbourne CBD? +

Aireys Inlet is approximately 95 kilometres south-west of Melbourne CBD, making it around a 1 hour 15 minute drive in off-peak conditions via the Great Ocean Road or Princes Freeway to Geelong.

Does Aireys Inlet have public transport? +

Public transport is limited. V/Line coach services connect Aireys Inlet to Geelong and beyond, but there is no local train service. A car is highly recommended for residents and visitors.

What is the population of Aireys Inlet? +

Aireys Inlet has a permanent population of approximately 979 residents according to the 2021 Census, though the population rises significantly during summer and school holidays with holiday-makers and visitors.

Is Aireys Inlet a good place to live? +

Aireys Inlet suits those seeking a peaceful coastal lifestyle away from the city — particularly sea-changers, retirees, remote workers, and artists. The trade-off is limited services and a reliance on a car, but the natural beauty, surf beaches, and community character make it highly desirable.

What is the postcode for Aireys Inlet? +

The postcode for Aireys Inlet is 3231.

What is the median house price in Aireys Inlet? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $1,247,500, down 6.2% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

Is Aireys Inlet a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Aireys Inlet is part of the Surf Coast 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.