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Sunset Strip

VIC 3922 • Victoria

503
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.37 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalBeachsideRetireesRural
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About Sunset Strip

Sunset Strip is a small coastal locality on Phillip Island in Victoria, sharing postcode 3922 with nearby Cowes. With a compact area of just 0.37 square kilometres and a population of around 503, it is one of the island's intimate beachside pockets located near Smiths Beach on the southern coast. The locality takes its evocative name from the spectacular sunsets visible across Bass Strait, which draw visitors and residents alike to its western-facing shores.

Sunset Strip is a popular holiday destination and sea-change address for Melburnians, offering a quiet, coastal lifestyle within walking distance of Smiths Beach and the Phillip Island Surf Beach. Newhaven College and the Phillip Island Nature Parks (home to the famous Penguin Parade) are close by, making it attractive for families and nature lovers. The area has a strong holiday-house culture, with many properties used as weekend retreats, giving it a relaxed, low-key vibe year-round.

Sunset Strip falls under postcode 3922 and is governed by the Bass Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Monash, while state elections fall under the Bass (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3922
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bass Coast
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Bass (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.48°, 145.23°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.37 km²
Population Density
1,367 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3922

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3922, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$36,509
Median 2023–24
$44,874
▲ 22.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,870

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3922; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Phillip Island bus services (limited) — Cowes 10 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
No direct rail (drive to Dandenong then train)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Phillip Island is accessed via the Phillip Island Bridge from San Remo. No passenger rail on the island.

Walkability Car Dependent

Walkable to beach; most services in Cowes require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
503
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Bass Coast Local Government Area, which contains Sunset Strip. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
385.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 18.3%
Motor vehicle theft
160.2 / 100k
2yr Up 66.9% 10yr Up 41.1%
Non-FV assault
259.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
2.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 62.3%
Steal from vehicle
349.7 / 100k
2yr Up 24.5% 10yr Down 13.3%
View all offence subgroups for Bass Coast →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sunset Strip on Phillip Island? +

Sunset Strip is located on the southern coast of Phillip Island near Smiths Beach, within the Bass Coast region of Victoria, approximately 130 kilometres from Melbourne.

What is Sunset Strip known for? +

Sunset Strip is known for its beautiful sunsets over Bass Strait, proximity to Smiths Beach, and its popularity as a quiet holiday destination on Phillip Island.

Are there schools at Sunset Strip? +

There are no schools within Sunset Strip itself. Newhaven College, a K-12 independent school, is the closest option on Phillip Island, located a short drive away in Newhaven.

How far is Sunset Strip from Melbourne? +

Sunset Strip is approximately 130 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, roughly a 1 hour 45 minute to 2 hour 15 minute drive depending on traffic.

Is Sunset Strip a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Sunset Strip is part of the Bass Coast 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.

What is the population of Sunset Strip? +

Sunset Strip had a population of 503 at the 2021 Census.