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Cannons Creek

VIC 3977 • Victoria

650
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
19.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCoastalQuietSemi-Rural
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About Cannons Creek

Cannons Creek is a small rural locality situated on the western shore of Westernport Bay in Victoria's outer south-east, approximately 65 kilometres from Melbourne's CBD within the Cardinia Shire. With a population of around 650 residents spread across nearly 20 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled community with a low-density, semi-rural character. The median household income, based on ATO postcode data for 3977, sits at approximately $48,200 — modest by metropolitan standards but consistent with outer fringe localities in this region.

The locality is defined by its proximity to Westernport Bay and the surrounding flat, low-lying pastoral and wetland landscape. Cannons Creek attracts those seeking a quiet, waterside lifestyle away from suburban density, with fishing, birdwatching, and boating popular pastimes in the area. The nearby township of Tooradin offers a small general store, a marina, and the famous Tooradin Inlet, while larger amenities including supermarkets and schools are available in Cranbourne, approximately 20 kilometres to the north-west.

Cannons Creek falls under postcode 3977 and is governed by the Casey Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Holt, while state elections fall under the Narre Warren South (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3977
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Casey
Federal Electorate
Holt
State Electorate
Narre Warren South (South-Eastern Metropolitan)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.14°, 145.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
19.97 km²
Population Density
33 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3977

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3977, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$48,226
Median 2023–24
$57,157
▲ 18.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,247

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3977; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tooradin (bus interchange)
3.5 km
45 min

Bus Services

  • Limited local routes — Cranbourne / Pakenham Approx. 40–60 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
65 km
By Train
No direct train service; requires driving to Cardinia Road or Cranbourne then Pakenham Line (total 1.5–2 hours)
By Car (Peak)
75–100 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55–70 min

🛣️ Car-dependent locality; access via South Gippsland Highway. Cranbourne is the nearest major service centre.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with virtually no walkable amenities — a car is essential for all daily errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
650
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
331.9 / 100k
2yr Up 19.2% 10yr Down 41.1%
Motor vehicle theft
351 / 100k
2yr Up 108.5% 10yr Up 19.7%
Non-FV assault
237.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 33.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.5 / 100k
2yr Down 28.7% 10yr Up 184.6%
Steal from vehicle
965.2 / 100k
2yr Up 66.2% 10yr Up 15.9%
View all offence subgroups for Casey →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cannons Creek known for? +

Cannons Creek is known as a quiet, semi-rural locality on the shores of Westernport Bay, popular with those seeking a peaceful waterside lifestyle near the wetlands and coastal flats of outer south-eastern Victoria.

How far is Cannons Creek from Melbourne CBD? +

Cannons Creek is approximately 65 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD, typically a 55 to 100 minute drive depending on traffic via the South Gippsland Highway.

Does Cannons Creek have public transport? +

Public transport in Cannons Creek is very limited. There is no direct rail service; the nearest train station on the Pakenham Line is around 25 kilometres away. A car is the practical choice for most residents.

What is the population of Cannons Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cannons Creek has a population of approximately 650 residents spread across nearly 20 square kilometres, giving it a sparse, rural character.

Is Cannons Creek a good place to live? +

Cannons Creek suits those who value a quiet, rural-coastal lifestyle with space and natural surroundings. It offers proximity to Westernport Bay's fishing and birdwatching, though residents must travel to Cranbourne or beyond for most services and amenities.

What is the postcode for Cannons Creek? +

The postcode for Cannons Creek, Victoria is 3977, shared with several localities in the Cardinia Shire outer south-east region.

Is Cannons Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cannons Creek is part of the Casey 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.