Sunderland Bay
VIC 3922 • Victoria
About Sunderland Bay
Sunderland Bay is a quiet coastal locality on the southern shore of Phillip Island in Victoria, positioned between Surf Beach and Smiths Beach and governed by Bass Coast Shire Council. The locality is characterised by rugged natural scenery overlooking Bass Strait, with rocky outcrops, cliffs, and secluded sandy beaches. Despite a small permanent population of 306 recorded in the 2021 Census across 123 dwellings in just 0.4 square kilometres, the locality supports a significant proportion of holiday homes and seasonal visitors drawn to Phillip Island's renowned coastal lifestyle.
Sunderland Bay offers a serene seaside escape with direct access to Bass Strait beaches and the wild coastal scenery that defines Phillip Island's southern coast. The wider Phillip Island area is famous for the Penguin Parade, Nobbies, and the annual Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix, and Sunderland Bay sits within easy reach of these attractions along with the island's cafes, surf schools, and wildlife experiences. The locality appeals strongly to holiday-makers, sea changers, and those seeking a weekender or permanent coastal retreat approximately 140 kilometres south-east of Melbourne.
Sunderland Bay 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
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Phillip Island Bus Lines — Cowes / Wonthaggi / Dandenong Approx. 15 min to Cowes; 45–60 min to Wonthaggi
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Access via South Gippsland Highway and Phillip Island Road; car is essential on the island
Sunderland Bay is a small beachside locality with no shops; a car is needed for all daily errands, with Cowes the nearest town for services
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Settlement Road
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1770 Phillip Island Road