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Winchelsea South

VIC 3241 • Victoria

171
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
38.77 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietPeaceful
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About Winchelsea South

Winchelsea South is a sparsely populated rural locality within the Surf Coast Shire of Victoria, situated approximately 37 kilometres south-west of Geelong and 103 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. With a population of 171 residents across 38.7 square kilometres of rolling pastoral land, the locality adjoins the town of Winchelsea and is nestled between coastal hinterland and inland farming country. The area has a median household income below the national average, reflecting its quiet agricultural character and small permanent population.

Winchelsea South is a peaceful rural locality with a long history tied to farming and land use, including a brown coal mine that operated within its boundaries in the early-to-mid twentieth century. The locality benefits from its proximity to Winchelsea township, which offers essential services including a supermarket, cafes, schools, and the Barwon River for recreational fishing and walking. The Great Ocean Road is accessible within a short drive, and the locality's position between Geelong and the Surf Coast makes it appealing for those seeking rural quiet with reasonable access to regional amenities. The surrounding landscape supports sheep and cattle grazing across gently undulating paddocks.

Winchelsea South falls under postcode 3241 and is governed by the Surf Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Corangamite, while state elections fall under the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3241
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Surf Coast
Federal Electorate
Corangamite
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.20°, 143.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
38.77 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3241

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3241, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,376
Median 2023–24
$53,733
▲ 15.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$68,590

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3241; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Winchelsea Station
3 km
N/A (car needed)

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Geelong / Colac approx. 45 min to Geelong by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
103 km
By Train
V/Line from Winchelsea (~3 km away) to Southern Cross Station: approx. 1h 30min
By Car (Peak)
1h 15min - 1h 45min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h - 1h 20min

🛣️ Princes Highway and Geelong Ring Road are main routes; Geelong is the nearest major city

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no shops or services; car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
171
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
135.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 71.3%
Motor vehicle theft
98.6 / 100k
2yr Up 84.6% 10yr Down 57.1%
Non-FV assault
128.2 / 100k
2yr Up 14.5% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
2.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 62.4%
Steal from vehicle
347.7 / 100k
2yr Up 15.8% 10yr Down 46.5%
View all offence subgroups for Surf Coast →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Winchelsea South known for? +

Winchelsea South is known as a quiet rural locality adjacent to Winchelsea in the Surf Coast Shire. Historically, it was the site of a brown coal mine that operated in the early-to-mid twentieth century. Today it is primarily a farming and pastoral area appreciated for its peaceful rural character.

How far is Winchelsea South from Melbourne? +

Winchelsea South is approximately 103 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, around a 1 hour to 1 hour 45 minute drive via the Princes Freeway and Geelong Ring Road depending on traffic.

Does Winchelsea South have public transport? +

Winchelsea South itself has no public transport, but the nearby Winchelsea railway station (approximately 3 kilometres away) is served by V/Line's Warrnambool Line with regular services to Geelong and Melbourne. A car is needed to reach the station.

What is the population of Winchelsea South? +

According to the 2021 Census, Winchelsea South has a population of 171 residents, making it a very small rural locality within the Surf Coast Shire.

Is Winchelsea South a good place to live? +

Winchelsea South appeals to those who value a tranquil rural lifestyle with access to Surf Coast and Geelong amenities. The locality has no services of its own, so residents rely on nearby Winchelsea for essentials and Geelong for broader shopping and healthcare needs.

What is the postcode for Winchelsea South? +

The postcode for Winchelsea South, Victoria is 3241.

Is Winchelsea South a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Winchelsea South is part of the Surf 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.