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Leslie Manor

VIC 3260 • Victoria

66
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
198.80 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietHinterland

About Leslie Manor

Leslie Manor is a rural locality in south-western Victoria, situated approximately 160 kilometres south-west of Melbourne within the Corangamite Shire. Covering a substantial 199 square kilometres of farmland and coastal hinterland, the locality lies south-west of Colac on the Otway Ranges fringe near the Great Ocean Road corridor. With a 2021 Census population of 66 residents, Leslie Manor is a quiet pastoral community in a region celebrated for its scenic diversity and agricultural productivity.

The surrounding area features a blend of dairy farming, beef grazing, and the dramatic natural landscape transitions from flat farmland to the forested Otway Ranges. Colac, approximately 25 kilometres to the north-east, is the principal service town providing supermarkets, schools, hospitals, and community facilities. The Great Ocean Road and the Otway National Park are within easy reach, making Leslie Manor a locality that combines the practicality of farming life with access to some of Victoria's most spectacular scenery.

Leslie Manor falls under postcode 3260 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3260
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.21°, 143.24°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
198.80 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Colac
25 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach — Colac and Melbourne Approx 2 hrs 15 min to Melbourne

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
160 km
By Train
V/Line from Colac (~2 hrs to Southern Cross)
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs – 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hrs

🛣️ Accessed via Princes Highway (A1); car required to reach Colac for public transport

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Leslie Manor is a rural locality with no local services; a car is required to reach Colac for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
66
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leslie Manor known for? +

Leslie Manor is a rural locality in the Corangamite Shire known for dairy and beef farming, positioned near both the Otway Ranges and the Great Ocean Road corridor in south-western Victoria.

How far is Leslie Manor from Melbourne? +

Leslie Manor is approximately 160 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, making it roughly a 2 hour drive via the Princes Highway.

Does Leslie Manor have public transport? +

Leslie Manor has no direct public transport. The nearest V/Line train station is Colac, approximately 25 kilometres away, with services to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Leslie Manor? +

According to the 2021 Census, Leslie Manor has a population of approximately 66 residents across its large 199 square kilometre area.

Is Leslie Manor a good place to live? +

Leslie Manor suits farming families and those who value rural south-western Victoria, with the Great Ocean Road, Otway National Park, and the services of Colac all within reasonable reach.

What is the postcode for Leslie Manor? +

The postcode for Leslie Manor is 3260.