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Heathmere

VIC 3305 • Victoria

238
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
64.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCar-Dependent
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About Heathmere

Heathmere is a small rural locality in south-west Victoria, situated within the Glenelg Shire approximately 344 kilometres west of Melbourne and around 15 kilometres north-east of Portland. With a population of 238 residents spread across nearly 65 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled farming community characterised by open paddocks, grazing land, and the wide skies of Victoria's Western District. The median household income is below the state average, reflecting the agricultural nature of the local economy.

Life in Heathmere revolves around farming, with cattle grazing and dryland cropping typical of the surrounding district. The nearby town of Portland provides essential services including supermarkets, schools, healthcare, and the working deepwater port and aluminium smelter that anchor the regional economy. The locality appeals to those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with proximity to Portland Bay's rugged coastline, and it falls within the Wannon federal electorate that covers much of south-western Victoria.

Heathmere falls under postcode 3305 and is governed by the Glenelg Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3305
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Glenelg
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.24°, 141.44°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
64.97 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3305

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3305, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$44,169
Median 2023–24
$52,479
▲ 18.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,554

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3305; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Portland ~20 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
344 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Warrnambool then V/Line train (~4.5 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min – 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 20 min – 3 hr 45 min

🛣️ Car is essential; Princes Highway and Hamilton Highway provide access eastward

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No commercial services in the locality; all daily needs require driving to Portland or nearby towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
238
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
499.5 / 100k
2yr Up 170.3% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
294.7 / 100k
2yr Up 195.0% 10yr Up 123.9%
Non-FV assault
334.6 / 100k
2yr Up 28.8% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
679.3 / 100k
2yr Up 338.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Glenelg →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Heathmere known for? +

Heathmere is a quiet farming locality in Victoria's south-west, known for its open grazing land and pastoral character. It sits within the Glenelg Shire near Portland, one of Victoria's oldest European settlements and home to a major aluminium smelter.

How far is Heathmere from Melbourne CBD? +

Heathmere is approximately 344 kilometres west of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 3.5 to 4 hour drive via the Princes and Hamilton highways.

Does Heathmere have public transport? +

There is no rail or regular bus service in Heathmere. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles, with Portland (about 15km away) being the nearest town with services.

What is the population of Heathmere? +

According to the 2021 Census, Heathmere has a population of 238 people, making it a very small and sparsely settled rural locality spread over approximately 65 square kilometres.

Is Heathmere a good place to live? +

Heathmere suits those who value wide open spaces, a quiet country lifestyle, and a tight-knit rural community. It is not suited to those who depend on public transport or need ready access to urban services, as a car is essential for all daily needs.

What is the postcode for Heathmere? +

The postcode for Heathmere is 3305, shared with Portland and several surrounding localities in the Glenelg Shire.

Is Heathmere a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Heathmere is part of the Glenelg 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.