McCrae
VIC 3938 • Greater Melbourne
About McCrae
McCrae is a picturesque coastal suburb on the Mornington Peninsula, located 59 kilometres south of Melbourne's CBD within the Shire of Mornington Peninsula. With a population of around 3,300 residents, it's a small but historic community named after the pioneering McCrae family who first settled the area in the 1840s. The suburb sits between Rosebud and Dromana at the foot of Arthurs Seat, offering stunning views across Port Phillip Bay to the Bellarine Peninsula.
Life in McCrae centres on its beautiful, sheltered beach—considered one of the finest along Port Phillip Bay with calm, tranquil waters ideal for families. The suburb has a thriving café culture with popular local eateries and maintains strong heritage ties through attractions like the National Trust-listed McCrae Homestead (built 1844) and the iconic McCrae Lighthouse (erected 1883). The community attracts retirees, families seeking a peaceful coastal lifestyle, and weekenders who appreciate its relaxed atmosphere and natural beauty.
McCrae falls under postcode 3938 and is governed by Mornington Peninsula Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nepean (Eastern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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Coles729 Pt Nepean Road McCrae 3938 VIC
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.
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Demographics
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 119
- 2. Italy 35
- 3. New Zealand 35
- 4. Scotland 26
- 5. Netherlands 19
- 6. Germany 14
- 7. Greece 14
- 8. Ireland 11
- 9. United States 10
- 10. Croatia 7
- 11. Chile 5
- 12. Indonesia 5
- 13. Samoa 5
- 14. Wales 5
- 15. Egypt 4
Ancestry 2021 Census
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