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Grey River

VIC 3221 • Victoria

4
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
5.42 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCoastal
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About Grey River

Grey River is a tiny coastal locality in Victoria's Surf Coast region, situated within the Otway Ranges near the Great Ocean Road corridor. With a population of just four people according to the 2021 Census, it is one of the smallest localities in the state. The area is characterised by dense temperate rainforest, fern gullies, and the Grey River itself — a pristine waterway that flows through the Otway National Park.

Grey River attracts bushwalkers, naturalists, and those seeking complete solitude in one of Victoria's most biodiverse forest settings. The Grey River Campsite within Otway National Park is a popular spot for campers and day-trippers exploring the area's ancient myrtle beech forests and cascading creek systems. Everyday services are accessed from Lorne or Colac, each around 20–30 minutes' drive away.

Grey River falls under postcode 3221 and is governed by the Greater Geelong Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Corangamite, while state elections fall under the South Barwon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3221
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Geelong
Federal Electorate
Corangamite
State Electorate
South Barwon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.18°, 144.43°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
5.42 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3221

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3221 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$58,927
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$92,552

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3221; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
145 km
By Train
No train service; nearest station is Geelong (~80 km away)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min - 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 20 min

🛣️ Car essential; accessed via Great Ocean Road (B100) and Princes Freeway

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote forest locality with no footpaths or public transport; car required for all services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
4
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
357.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 56.6%
Motor vehicle theft
236.5 / 100k
2yr Up 57.4% 10yr Down 43.2%
Non-FV assault
291.6 / 100k
2yr Up 10.1% 10yr Up 20.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.4 / 100k
2yr Down 65.3% 10yr Down 53.8%
Steal from vehicle
772.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 42.4%
View all offence subgroups for Greater Geelong →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Grey River VIC? +

Grey River is a small locality in the Otway Ranges in Victoria, situated within the Great Otway National Park near the Great Ocean Road, approximately 145 km south-west of Melbourne.

Is Grey River VIC in a national park? +

Yes, Grey River is largely within or adjacent to the Great Otway National Park, which protects ancient temperate rainforest, fern gullies, and the Grey River waterway.

What can you do at Grey River VIC? +

The Grey River area offers bushwalking, camping at the Grey River campsite, wildlife spotting, and exploring the ancient myrtle beech forests and fern gullies of the Otway Ranges.

Is Grey River a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Grey River is part of the Greater Geelong 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.

What is the population of Grey River? +

Grey River had a population of 4 at the 2021 Census.