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West Creek

VIC 3992 • Victoria

113
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
20.17 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCoastal RegionQuiet
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About West Creek

West Creek is a small rural locality in the Bass Coast Shire of south-eastern Victoria, situated approximately 115 kilometres south-east of Melbourne in the Gippsland region. Covering approximately 20 square kilometres, the locality sits in a quiet rural setting between the coastal towns of the Bass Coast and the South Gippsland Highway corridor. With a 2021 Census population of around 113 residents, West Creek is a sparsely settled community surrounded by dairy and grazing farmland.

The Bass Coast Shire is renowned for its scenic coastal towns, surf beaches, and agricultural landscapes. Nearby towns such as Wonthaggi (the main commercial centre of the shire), Inverloch, and San Remo provide residents with access to shopping, schools, health services, and the popular coastal lifestyle of the region. The area is popular with those seeking a rural escape within reasonable driving distance of Melbourne, and the broader Bass Coast attracts visitors for its beaches, food produce, and the Bunurong Marine and Coastal Park.

West Creek falls under postcode 3992 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
3992
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bass Coast
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Bass (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.57°, 145.53°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
20.17 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3992

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3992 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$46,632
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,463

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3992; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Wonthaggi / Melbourne Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
115 km
By Train
No direct train service; V/Line coach from Wonthaggi to Dandenong then train to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 1 hr 50 min

🛣️ Via South Gippsland Highway and Monash Freeway. Car is essential.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

All daily errands require a car; no local services in the locality itself

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
113
▲ 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 West Creek. 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

What is West Creek known for? +

West Creek is a quiet rural locality in Bass Coast Shire, known for its agricultural landscape and proximity to the coastal attractions of the Bass Coast region, including the beaches and national park at Inverloch, Cape Paterson, and the Bunurong Marine and Coastal Park.

How far is West Creek from Melbourne? +

West Creek is approximately 115 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 1.5 to 2-hour drive via the South Gippsland Highway and Monash Freeway.

Does West Creek have public transport? +

West Creek has no local public transport services. The nearest town of Wonthaggi (approximately 15 kilometres away) has V/Line coach connections to Melbourne.

What is the population of West Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, West Creek has a population of approximately 113 residents across its 20 square kilometre area, making it a small, rural locality.

Is West Creek a good place to live? +

West Creek is well-suited to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle within the scenic Bass Coast region, with coastal towns, beaches, and Gippsland's natural beauty all within easy reach. A car is essential for daily living.

What is the postcode for West Creek? +

The postcode for West Creek is 3992.

Is West Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. West Creek 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.