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Woodside Beach

VIC 3874 • Victoria

114
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.29 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalBeachsideRuralPeaceful
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About Woodside Beach

Woodside Beach is a small coastal locality in Victoria's Wellington Shire, situated along the shores of the famous Ninety Mile Beach in Gippsland, approximately 10 kilometres from the township of Woodside. With a 2021 Census population of 114 residents, the locality is a quiet seaside community that swells in summer with holiday visitors drawn to one of Australia's longest uninterrupted stretches of surf beach. The area falls within the federal electorate of Gippsland and the state electorate of Gippsland South, nestled between the Southern Ocean beach and the Gippsland Lakes system.

The locality is surrounded by natural attractions including Balloong Natural Interest Reserve, Jack Smith Lake, and the nearby McLoughlins Beach, making it popular with anglers, birdwatchers, and nature lovers. The beach is patrolled by volunteer surf lifesavers during summer, and the area has a long history tied to the maritime character of the Gippsland coast. Sale, the nearest regional centre, is approximately 55 kilometres to the west and provides access to shops, hospitals, and schools. Woodside Beach suits those seeking a quiet coastal retreat within Gippsland's spectacular natural landscape.

Woodside Beach falls under postcode 3874 and is governed by the Wellington Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3874
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wellington
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.51°, 146.84°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.29 km²
Population Density
18 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3874

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3874 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$43,697
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$117,218

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3874; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Sale
55 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A Car required to Sale or Yarram

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
210 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Sale station (~55 km), then V/Line to Melbourne (~2 hrs 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min – 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 10 min – 2 hr 40 min

🛣️ South Gippsland Highway connects to Princes Freeway; Woodside Beach Road off Ninety Mile Beach Road

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Isolated coastal locality; very limited local facilities — a car is essential for shopping and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
114
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
494.7 / 100k
2yr Up 59.5% 10yr Down 28.0%
Motor vehicle theft
191.9 / 100k
2yr Up 84.4% 10yr Up 57.6%
Non-FV assault
432.8 / 100k
2yr Up 10.3% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
577.8 / 100k
2yr Up 81.3% 10yr Up 72.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wellington →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Woodside Beach known for? +

Woodside Beach is known for its position near the western end of Ninety Mile Beach, one of Australia's longest uninterrupted surf beaches, as well as its surrounding natural attractions including Balloong Natural Interest Reserve and Jack Smith Lake.

How far is Woodside Beach from Melbourne? +

Woodside Beach is approximately 210 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, about a 2 hour 30 minute drive via the South Gippsland Highway and Princes Freeway.

Does Woodside Beach have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Woodside Beach directly. The nearest V/Line rail station is at Sale, approximately 55 kilometres to the west, on the Bairnsdale Line to Melbourne.

What is the population of Woodside Beach? +

According to the 2021 Census, Woodside Beach has a resident population of 114, though it attracts significantly more visitors during summer beach season.

Is Woodside Beach a good place to live? +

Woodside Beach is ideal for those seeking a quiet coastal lifestyle on the Gippsland coast, with access to beautiful surf beaches, fishing, and natural reserves. A car is essential as services are limited locally, with Sale being the nearest major centre.

What is the postcode for Woodside Beach? +

The postcode for Woodside Beach, Victoria is 3874.

Is Woodside Beach a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Woodside Beach is part of the Wellington 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.