Crib Point

VIC 3919 • Greater Melbourne

3,343
Population (2021)
$37,960
Median Income
6.56 km²
Area
20m
Elevation
CoastalAffordable LivingFamily-FriendlySemi-RuralBayside

About Crib Point

Crib Point is a small coastal suburb on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, approximately 72 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD. With a population of 3,343 (2021 Census), it sits on the shores of Western Port Bay within the Mornington Peninsula Shire. The suburb has a mix of established families and retirees, with a relaxed semi-rural character shaped by its proximity to both the bay and surrounding bushland.

The suburb is the second-last stop on the Stony Point railway line, giving it a direct rail connection to Frankston and onwards to Melbourne. Crib Point offers affordable housing by Mornington Peninsula standards, with local shops, a primary school, and the nearby Stony Point ferry to French Island and Phillip Island adding to its appeal. The Western Port coastline provides fishing, walking trails, and birdwatching. It attracts families, retirees, and those seeking a quieter bayside lifestyle with the bonus of train access.

Crib Point falls under postcode 3919 and is governed by Mornington Peninsula Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hastings (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3919
Urban Area
Mornington - East
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.36°, 145.20°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
6.56 km²
Elevation
20m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Crib Point
0.3 km
4 min
Stony Point
2 km
25 min
Bittern
3 km
35 min

Bus Services

  • 782 — Hastings, Frankston 20-45 min

Commute to Melbourne

Distance
72 km
By Train
1h 50min - 2h (change at Frankston)
By Car (Peak)
1h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 10min

🛣️ Stony Point Line diesel service to Frankston, then Frankston Line to city; limited frequency

Walkability Car-Dependent

Village centre and station walkable; car needed for most services, Hastings 5 min drive for shops

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$340
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,603
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,183
Census 2021
3,343
5.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,900
Income 2021
$37,960
27.0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,770
Born Overseas 401

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 180
  • 2. New Zealand 45
  • 3. Scotland 21
  • 4. Germany 15
  • 5. Netherlands 12
  • 6. Ireland 8
  • 7. Philippines 8
  • 8. India 7
  • 9. Mauritius 7
  • 10. South Africa 7
  • 11. United States 7
  • 12. Malta 6
  • 13. Canada 5
  • 14. Italy 5
  • 15. Papua New Guinea 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,542
Australian 1,449
Irish 383
Scottish 380
German 150
Dutch 93
Australian Aboriginal 85
Italian 83
New Zealander 36
Filipino 24

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,153
Both parents born in Australia
531
Both parents born overseas
472
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
59.7%
Christianity
31.2%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
192 (5.7%)
5-14 years
461 (13.8%)
15-19 years
208 (6.2%)
20-24 years
164 (4.9%)
25-34 years
465 (13.9%)
35-44 years
418 (12.5%)
45-54 years
454 (13.6%)
55-64 years
446 (13.3%)
65-74 years
347 (10.4%)
75-84 years
162 (4.8%)
85+ years
30 (0.9%)

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