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Dennington

VIC 3280 • Rest of VIC

1,994
Population (2021)
$89,804
Median Household Income
11.99 km²
Area
$370/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableCoastalSuburban

About Dennington

Dennington is a residential suburb located on the eastern fringe of Warrnambool in south-west Victoria, within the Shire of Moyne. Situated approximately 3 kilometres from Warrnambool CBD at a low coastal elevation of 7 metres, the suburb covers nearly 12 square kilometres and had a 2021 Census population of 1,994 residents. With a median age of 34 and household incomes slightly below the state average, Dennington attracts working families and first-home buyers drawn to its more affordable land and house prices compared to Warrnambool's established inner areas.

Dennington is largely a quiet, family-oriented residential suburb with a Woolworths supermarket serving local shopping needs and easy access to Warrnambool's broader amenities, including the Warrnambool Base Hospital, major shopping precincts, and the coast. The suburb is within the catchment of several Warrnambool schools, and Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve — one of the region's most popular natural attractions — is a short drive to the west. Bus services connect Dennington to central Warrnambool, though most residents commute by car. The suburb's proximity to Warrnambool's beaches, the Merri River, and the Great Ocean Road makes it an appealing base for outdoor enthusiasts.

Dennington falls under postcode 3280 and is governed by Moyne Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3280
Urban Area
Warrnambool
LGA / Council
Moyne
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.36°, 142.43°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
11.99 km²
Elevation
7m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$610K
13 sales · ▼ 2.4% 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.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$370
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,430
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
34 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.4%

4 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Warrnambool Railway Station
3 km
35 min

Bus Services

  • Warrnambool Transit bus — Warrnambool CBD 10-15 min

Commute to Warrnambool CBD

Distance
3 km
By Train
Warrnambool Station (3 km); V/Line to Melbourne takes approx. 3.5 hrs
By Car (Peak)
8-12 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5-8 min

🛣️ Very close to Warrnambool CBD; car or local bus for most daily needs

Walkability Car-Dependent

Local Woolworths is accessible, but most errands and services require a short drive to Warrnambool

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Cnr Raglan Pde and Russell Street Dennington 3280 VIC

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
191.1 / 100k
2yr Up 12.2% 10yr Down 37.3%
Motor vehicle theft
84.3 / 100k
2yr Up 35.0% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
118 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 26.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
264.2 / 100k
2yr Up 45.4% 10yr Up 63.8%
View all offence subgroups for Moyne →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,907
Census 2021
1,994
▲ 4.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$35,308
Personal Income 2021
$43,992
▲ 24.6% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$43,992 / yr
$846/wk
Household
$89,804 / yr
$1727/wk
Family
$106,340 / yr
$2045/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,779
Born Overseas 130

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 24
  • 2. England 23
  • 3. China 15
  • 4. India 14
  • 5. Philippines 10
  • 6. Sri Lanka 6
  • 7. Zimbabwe 5
  • 8. Poland 4
  • 9. Scotland 4
  • 10. Taiwan 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 875
English 837
Irish 347
Scottish 219
German 73
Australian Aboriginal 46
Dutch 43
Italian 39
Chinese 25
Polish 15

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,586
Both parents born in Australia
161
Both parents born overseas
147
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.3%
Christianity
45.0%
Hinduism
0.5%
Islam
0.3%
Buddhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
138 (6.9%)
5-14 years
299 (15.0%)
15-19 years
153 (7.7%)
20-24 years
122 (6.1%)
25-34 years
290 (14.5%)
35-44 years
281 (14.1%)
45-54 years
271 (13.6%)
55-64 years
173 (8.7%)
65-74 years
172 (8.6%)
75-84 years
69 (3.5%)
85+ years
24 (1.2%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dennington known for? +

Dennington is known as an affordable family suburb on the eastern edge of Warrnambool, offering residential living close to the coast and the region's natural attractions including Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve and the Merri River.

How far is Dennington from Warrnambool CBD? +

Dennington is approximately 3 kilometres east of Warrnambool's city centre, a short drive of around 5–12 minutes.

Does Dennington have public transport? +

Dennington is served by Warrnambool Transit local bus services connecting it to Warrnambool CBD. The nearest V/Line train station is Warrnambool (approximately 3 km), which provides rail connections to Melbourne on the Warrnambool Line.

What is the population of Dennington? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dennington has a population of 1,994 residents, up from 1,907 in 2016, reflecting steady residential growth as Warrnambool expands eastward.

Is Dennington a good place to live? +

Dennington suits families and first-home buyers seeking affordable housing near Warrnambool's coastal lifestyle. Its proximity to schools, a local Woolworths, the Great Ocean Road, and Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve makes it a practical and enjoyable place to live.

What is the postcode for Dennington? +

The postcode for Dennington, Victoria is 3280.

What is the average income in Dennington? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Dennington is about $846 per week (around $44,000 per year). The median household income is $1,727 per week and the median family income is $2,045 per week.

What is the median house price in Dennington? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $610,000, down 2.4% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Dennington? +

The median age in Dennington is 34. The largest age group is 5–14 (299 residents, around 15%). Around 30% of residents are under 20 and about 13% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Dennington a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dennington is part of the Moyne 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.

How much is rent in Dennington? +

In Dennington, the median weekly rent is $370, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,430 (2021 Census).