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Merricks Beach

VIC 3926 • Victoria

157
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.62 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Merricks Beach

Merricks Beach is a small coastal locality on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula, situated on the shores of Western Port approximately 66 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD, within the Shire of Mornington Peninsula. Established in the 1910s, the locality recorded a population of 157 at the 2021 census and covers just 0.6 square kilometres of tightly packed residential and holiday land. Its compact character reflects its origins as a seaside cabin community, with a mix of permanent residents and weekenders drawn to its sheltered beachfront.

The beach at Merricks Beach offers calm, sheltered swimming on Western Port Bay, with public parking and amenities available for visitors. Nearby Balnarring village — a few minutes' drive away — provides access to a general store, cafes, and the Balnarring Village Medical Centre. The broader Mornington Peninsula region is renowned for world-class wineries, farm gates, and day-trip attractions, making Merricks Beach popular with Melbourne weekenders and sea-changers seeking a quieter coastal lifestyle within manageable reach of the city.

Merricks Beach falls under postcode 3926 and is governed by the Mornington Peninsula Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flinders, while state elections fall under the Nepean (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3926
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mornington Peninsula
Federal Electorate
Flinders
State Electorate
Nepean (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.36°, 145.09°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.62 km²
Population Density
252 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3926

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3926, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,278
Median 2023–24
$54,642
▲ 20.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$122,963

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3926; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited Peninsula Link bus services — Frankston and regional connections ~45–60 min to Frankston

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
66 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Frankston (~35 km) then ~55 min train to Flinders Street
By Car (Peak)
1.5–2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1–1.25 hr

🛣️ Access via Frankston–Flinders Road; Peninsula Link freeway connects to EastLink for Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

The beach is walkable for locals, but all shops and services require driving to nearby Balnarring or Red Hill

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
157
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
529.6 / 100k
2yr Up 59.3% 10yr Down 17.4%
Motor vehicle theft
277.9 / 100k
2yr Up 159.9% 10yr Up 83.2%
Non-FV assault
221.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
1.7 / 100k
2yr Down 50.5% 10yr Up 181.7%
Steal from vehicle
790 / 100k
2yr Up 77.7% 10yr Up 30.9%
View all offence subgroups for Mornington Peninsula →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Merricks Beach known for? +

Merricks Beach is known for its calm, sheltered beach on Western Port Bay and its character as a quiet holiday cabin community on the Mornington Peninsula. It is popular with weekenders and sea-changers from Melbourne, and is close to several of the Peninsula's acclaimed wineries and farm-gate producers.

How far is Merricks Beach from Melbourne? +

Merricks Beach is approximately 66 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD, roughly a 1 to 1.25-hour drive off-peak via Peninsula Link and the Frankston–Flinders Road.

Does Merricks Beach have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Merricks Beach. The nearest train station is Baxter, approximately 20 kilometres away on the Frankston Line, with limited bus connections in between. A car is the most practical way to access the area.

What is the population of Merricks Beach? +

The 2021 Census recorded 157 permanent residents in Merricks Beach, though the population swells considerably on weekends and during summer when holiday cabin owners visit the area.

Is Merricks Beach a good place to live? +

Merricks Beach offers a peaceful coastal lifestyle with a sheltered beach, proximity to Mornington Peninsula wineries, and a genuine small-community feel. It suits those seeking a sea-change or holiday base, though limited local services mean a car is essential and Balnarring or Hastings is needed for everyday shopping.

What is the postcode for Merricks Beach? +

The postcode for Merricks Beach is 3926, on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula within the Shire of Mornington Peninsula.

Is Merricks Beach a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Merricks Beach is part of the Mornington Peninsula 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.