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Silverleaves

VIC 3922 • Victoria

322
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1.92 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalHoliday TownPhillip IslandQuietNature

About Silverleaves

Silverleaves is a small coastal town on Phillip Island in Victoria, situated about 3 kilometres east of Cowes and 149 kilometres southeast of Melbourne. With a population of around 211 at the 2016 census, it falls within the Bass Coast Shire. The name derives from the silvery-grey leaves of the Coast Banksia trees that are abundant along the foreshore and dunes of the area.

Originally subdivided in the 1950s as a seaside holiday retreat, Silverleaves retains its peaceful, leafy character with modest beach houses nestled among banksia and tea-tree bushland. The town offers quiet beaches on Western Port Bay, ideal for swimming, kayaking, and fishing. Residents and holidaymakers enjoy proximity to Phillip Island's famous attractions including the Penguin Parade, Koala Conservation Centre, and the Grand Prix Circuit, while Cowes provides cafés, shops, and restaurants.

Silverleaves falls under postcode 3922 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bass (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3922
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Bass (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.48°, 145.23°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.92 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Stony Point Station
30 km
N/A (ferry + drive)

Bus Services

  • V/Line Phillip Island bus — Melbourne via Dandenong / Koo Wee Rup 2.5-3 hours
  • Local island bus — Cowes / Newhaven 10-15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
149 km
By Train
N/A (no direct rail — ferry to Stony Point then train, ~3 hours total)
By Bus
2.5-3 hours (V/Line coach)
By Car (Peak)
2-2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5-2 hours

🛣️ A holiday/lifestyle destination rather than a commuter suburb. Cowes (3 km) is the nearest town centre.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A quiet residential hamlet with no local shops. Cowes is a short drive away for all services and amenities.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
322
▲ 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 Silverleaves known for? +

Silverleaves is a quiet coastal settlement on the eastern side of Phillip Island, known for its calm bay beach and a relaxed residential character away from the tourist bustle of the western end of the island. It offers genuine Phillip Island community living.

How far is Silverleaves from Melbourne? +

Silverleaves is approximately 130 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, around a 1 hour 40-50 minute drive via the South Gippsland Highway and Phillip Island bridge.

Does Silverleaves have public transport? +

Silverleaves has limited public transport. V/Line coach services connect Phillip Island to Dandenong and Melbourne via Cowes. A car is the most practical option for island living.

What is the population of Silverleaves? +

According to the 2021 Census, Silverleaves has a population of approximately 322 residents, a small community on the quieter eastern end of Phillip Island.

Is Silverleaves a good place to live? +

Silverleaves is ideal for those seeking a quiet Phillip Island coastal lifestyle away from tourist areas, with bay beach access, natural scenery, and the island's penguin, seal, and Grand Prix circuit attractions nearby.

What is the postcode for Silverleaves? +

The postcode for Silverleaves is 3922.