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VIC · Surf Coast Council

Anglesea, 3230

Est. population · Jun 2025

3,250

Growth (1 yr)

+0.7%

Growth (5 yr)

+7.0%

Median age

54

Median income

$1,701/wk

Employment rate

53.1%

Median house price · 4th Quarter 2025

$1,492,500

Languages at home

3.6%non-English

Most common: Italian, Spanish, German

2021 Census · usual residence

Desirability score

37.6/100
Below average

823rd in VIC

Verified 93% confidence

How this score is calculated
  • Coastal
  • Green suburb
  • National parks
  • Excellent transport
  • Heritage area
What Anglesea is known for: Coastal, Green suburb, National parks, Excellent transport, Heritage area

Suburb profile

Life in Anglesea revolves around the coast at a genuine remove from Melbourne. Retirees and empty-nesters are well represented here, with families and grandchildren still a visible part of community life. Everyday basics may be close by, but bigger shopping and services typically require a trip to a nearby centre.

Parks and open space are a real strength relative to many coastal suburbs, easy for walks, sport and weekend downtime. Day-to-day life is more car-oriented here, with buses covering longer trips across the wider area. Housing is expensive relative to much of the state.

Crime reports are up on the previous period. A busy pipeline of new development is gradually changing the look and feel of the streets.

Desirability lands below average here: softer schools and education weighing on the result versus similar coastal suburbs, even with growth momentum, plus community and employment holding up better. Limited access to some essential local services also trimmed the result.

At a glance

Anglesea snapshot

A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk

Median house price

$1.49M

+4.0% change

Median rent

—

No data available

Population (ERP)

3,250

+0.7% annual growth

Dwelling vacancy

55.5%

Census unoccupied dwellings

Livability profile

Desirability pillars vs the peer median (50th percentile)

How it compares

Relative standing using percentiles, ranks, and national deciles

Desirability

#52

among Coastal & beach · Mature

Safety

29th

percentile in state (higher = safer)

Pop. growth

59th

percentile in VIC

Advantage (IRSAD)

9/10

national SEIFA decile

School ICSEA

84th

percentile among schools with ICSEA

Population growth

Recent ERP change over 1 and 5 years

Housing mix

Dwelling types from the 2021 Census

Risks & flags

Quick scan — open a section below for full context

Living here

Desirability

Ranks & confidence
Desirability score
37.6/100 — Below average
National rank
4191st in Australia
State rank
823rd in VIC
Peer rank
#52 among Coastal & beach · Mature suburbs
Cohort rank
#90 among Coastal & beach suburbs
Data confidence
93%

Data sources & freshness

  • Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated

Housing

Median house price (4th Quarter 2025)
$1,492,500
Median price change
+4%

Contributes to desirability score · Housing (15%) · Future Growth (7%)

Median price, rental yield and vacancy Recent price momentum

Data sources & freshness

Population

Estimated resident population

3,250(June 2025)

+0.7% annual · +7.0% over 5 years · 59th percentile in VIC

Growth figures & methodology
Annual growth
+0.7%
5-year growth
+7.0%
Change in 1 year
+23
Change in 5 years
+214
Growth rank in VIC
59th percentile

ABS Estimated Resident Population allocated to this suburb from SA2-level data. Not an official ABS suburb count.

Methodology

Figures are allocated from ABS Estimated Resident Population at Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2), using 2021 Census share within overlapping SA2 regions. Where Census data is unavailable, area overlap is used instead.

The dashed chart line is a simple growth-trend estimate to June 2030 (~3,500), extrapolated at +1.5% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.

2021 Census figures

2021 Census

Population
3,208
Median age
54
Median household income / week
$1,701
Dwelling vacancy
55.5%
Unoccupied private dwellings
1,557 of 2,804
Median monthly mortgage
$2,167
Employment rate
53.1%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
1,156 / 81 / 6 (+ 8 other)

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Employment, household income and age diversity (2021 Census)

Data sources & freshness

  • 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated

    The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.

  • Estimated Resident Population — Australian Bureau of Statistics · 2025 · Updated · SA2 ERP allocated to suburb boundaries

Community & culture

No 2021 Census cultural diversity data for this suburb yet.

Data sources & freshness

  • 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated

    The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.

Crime & safety

Reported offences increased compared with the previous period.

Offence counts & rates
Total offences (2026)
108
Against the person
13
Against property
81
Rate per 1,000 residents
33.2
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 247 residents
State safety percentile
29.3th (lower crime is better)
Increase (daily rate)
+21.3%

Most common offence types

  • B21 Criminal Damage11
  • B22 Graffiti10
  • B42 Steal From A Motor Vehicle34
  • B49 Other Theft11
  • E21 Breach Family Violence Order7

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Crime rate and year-on-year trend

Data sources & freshness

Family & Lifestyle

Schools & preschools

Schools within 2 km
1
Median school ICSEA
1,099
Median ICSEA percentile
84th
School list
  • Anglesea Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · ICSEA 1099 · 84th percentile · LBOTE 10% · 162 students · Top SEA quarter 40%View on My School →

Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)

School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA

Data sources & freshness

Public transport

5 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Anglesea Motor Inn/Great Ocean Rd
  • Anglesea Motor Inn/Great Ocean Rd
  • Great Ocean Rd/Camp Rd
  • Point Roadknight/Great Ocean Rd
  • Point Roadknight/Great Ocean Rd

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Public transport stop coverage

Data sources & freshness

Amenities

1 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

Local character & venue list

Local character

  • Limited walkable amenities nearby
  • Decent local green space — 6 parks in suburb
Walkability proxy
8/100
Cafés per 1,000 residents
0
Food & drink per 1,000 residents
0
Parks per 1,000 residents
1.87
Entertainment(1)
  • Bunjil Mirr LookoutViewpoint

Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe). Transport stops are summarised by type rather than listed individually.

Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)

Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

  • Local amenity insights — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
  • OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated

Parks & reserves

5 parks and public open space in this suburb

  • Challenge ValleyPark
  • Coogoorah ParkPark
  • Edna Bowman Nature Conservation ReserveNature reserve
  • Stan Mervin PlacePark
  • Team ChallengePark

Data sources & freshness

Green cover

Parks & woodland (OSM)
30
Parks (OSM)
6

OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.

Contributes to desirability score · Environment (10%)

Parks and green cover (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

Health access

Hospitals & GP clinics in suburb
2
Nearest hospital
Winchelsea Hospital (21.2 km)
Nearest hospital type
Hospital
Nearest hospital emergency
Emergency department
Emergency department in suburb
Not in suburb
  • Anglesea PharmacyPharmacy
  • Ocean Road Allied Health & MovementYes

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Hospitals and GP clinics

Data sources & freshness

NDIS participation

NDIS participants (31 March 2026)
53
Participants per 1,000 residents
16.3

Active NDIS participants allocated from NDIA Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2, ASGS 2016) counts to this suburb boundary. Not an official suburb-level NDIS figure · as at 31 March 2026.

For NDIS spend and service-demand exploration by SA2 or postcode, see the Care Sector Demand Map.

Data sources & freshness

Weather

Typical conditions by season for suburbs in the same ~44 km climate area. Rainfall totals are summed from monthly WorldClim layers; rainy-day counts are approximate.

Summer (Dec–Feb)

Usual max / min
26° / 12°
Rainfall
128 mm · ~16 rainy days

Autumn (Mar–May)

Usual max / min
21° / 10°
Rainfall
124 mm · ~16 rainy days

Winter (Jun–Aug)

Usual max / min
14° / 6°
Rainfall
149 mm · ~19 rainy days

Spring (Sep–Nov)

Usual max / min
19° / 8°
Rainfall
182 mm · ~23 rainy days

Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)

Temperature and humidity comfort

Data sources & freshness

  • Seasonal climate normals — WorldClim 2.1 · Updated

Future & Planning

Planning & development

Development applications from PPARS statewide register (lodged 2020–2022). Free public PPARS MapServer — applications through ~2022 (service last updated Feb 2024).

231 planning-related records

2021· 40 proposals

  • August 2021

  • Construction of a Dwelling and Outbuilding
    45 PICKWORTH DRIVE ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a dwelling
    15 FRASER AVENUE ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Reconstruction and extension of a deck, construction of a garage in the current building envelope and removal of one tree
    29 GREAT OCEAN ROAD ANGLESEA 3230Withdrawn
  • Alterations to existing two storey residence and Construction of fencing
    172 MELBA PARADE ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construct alterations and additions to an existing dwelling.
    67 HARVEY STREET ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a Replacement Dwelling
    227 GREAT OCEAN ROAD ANGLESEA 3230Withdrawn
  • Construct alterations to the existing dwelling (window alteration and screen to balcony)
    7 CRAIGDARROCH AVENUE ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Amend Permit - Amend Condition 6 to Change RL Maximum Height
    25 DIGGERS PARADE ANGLESEA 3230NOD issued by a delegate
  • Construction of a Dwelling
    16 FAIRWAY DRIVE ANGLESEA 3230Withdrawn
  • Construction of a Dwelling
    12 LEWIS COURT ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • 3m x 3m x 2.4m High shed.
    10 SECOND AVENUE ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a second dwelling and outbuilding to the existing dwelling and associated subdivision of the land into two lots
    11 WRAY STREET ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • July 2021

  • Building & works within Neighbourhood Character Overlay
    155 GREAT OCEAN ROAD ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construct extensions to the existing dwelling
    31 ODONOHUE ROAD ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Demolition of an Existing Outbuilding, Partial Demolition of an Existing Dwelling and Construction of an Extension to an Existing Dwelling
    129 GREAT OCEAN ROAD ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and Works Associated with Additions to the Existing Dwelling
    3 MCMAHON AVENUE ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • RE BUILDING OF REAR BALCONY WITH NEW STEPS ACCESS Reason for Revision: existing balcony layout plan added
    54 Eleventh AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works associated with an extension to existing dwelling
    55 SEVENTH AVENUE ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to a hotel in the General Residential Zone, Neighbourhood Character Overlay - Schedule 3 and where an existing use right is established, extend the licensed area to incorporate the proposed outdoor area and display floodlit and internally illuminated business signs
    1 MURCH CRESCENT ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • June 2021

  • Use of the Land for a Real Estate Agency and Display of Business Identification Signage
    5/143A GREAT OCEAN ROAD ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Alterations to dwelling
    12 Russell AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Replacement of dilapidated garden shed which on the property when purchased with a new, larger, shed, designed with a coastal theme to blend into surroundings.
    45 McDougall RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construct a Verandah Over Existing Deck
    10 Little StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construct alterations and extensions to the existing dwelling
    50 MCMILLAN STREET ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a Shed
    25 ODonohue RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construct alterations and extensions to the existing dwelling and outdoor swimming pool
    11 EIGHTH AVENUE ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to complete habitable outbuilding
    13 Lubel StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a Habitable Outbuilding Associated with an Existing Dwelling
    7 BIRKDALE CLOSE ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of an extension to an existing dwelling
    1/20 HILLCREST ROAD ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Amend Permit - Buildings and Works Associated with Alterations and Additions to an Existing Dwelling
    21 PETER AVENUE ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Amendment to Endorsed Plans and Reduction in Site Coverage
    1 Russell AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construct a Fence
    23 McDougall RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • May 2021

  • Alterations and extensions to existing dwelling
    11 SIXTH AVENUE ANGLESEA 3230NOD issued by a delegate
  • Construct extensions and alterations to the existing dwelling
    102 MELBA PARADE ANGLESEA 3230NOD issued by a delegate
  • Amend Permit - Construction of a Dwelling
    45 ELEVENTH AVENUE ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construct a dwelling
    10 HILLCREST ROAD ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Alteration and Additions to Existing Dwelling
    13 MCMAHON AVENUE ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construct a Fence
    19 Camp RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construct an Outbuilding
    19 Fernald AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a Habitable Outbuilding Associated with an Existing Dwelling
    7 LUBEL STREET ANGLESEA 3230Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)

Development and planning activity

Data sources & freshness

Heritage

4 heritage places

  • ANGLESEA RECREATION AND SPORTS CLUBNH2469
  • GREAT OCEAN ROADNH2261
  • LOVERIDGE LOOKOUTNH2403
  • LOVERIDGE LOOKOUT AND VOLUNTEER AIR OBSERVERS CORPS (VAOC) OBJECTSYH2403

Data sources & freshness

  • State heritage register — State heritage authority · current · Updated

Hazards

Bushfire planning zone
Overlay applies

Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid via Victorian Bushfire Management Overlay mapping.

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Bushfire hazard overlays

Data sources & freshness

  • Hazard planning overlays — State government hazard layers · current · Updated

Politics & representation

Federal electorate
Wannon
Member of Parliament
Dan TEHAN (Liberal)
Results from
2025 federal election
Electorate enrolment (2025)
121,788
Turnout (2025)
94.0%
Swing since 2022 (2025)
-2.3 pp toward Coalition

Two-party preferred (2025)

Coalition 60.9%Labor 39.1%

Estimated suburb voting profile

Estimated from 8 nearby ordinary polling places (up to 31.8 km away).

Coalition 35.5%Labor 64.5%

25.5 percentage points more Labor-leaning than the electorate

Estimated swing since 2022: +64.5 pp toward Labor

Nearest polling places

  • AngleseaLabor 66.5% · Coalition 33.5% TPP (2025)4.0 km away
  • Aireys InletLabor 71.6% · Coalition 28.4% TPP (2025)9.8 km away
  • MoriacLabor 50.3% · Coalition 49.7% TPP (2025)15.1 km away
  • WinchelseaLabor 43.6% · Coalition 56.4% TPP (2025)20.6 km away
  • Winchelsea SouthLabor 45.3% · Coalition 54.7% TPP (2025)20.8 km away

Federal electorate from AEC federal division boundaries (2025 redistribution). Division-level results are official AEC figures from the latest general election, with by-election updates where applicable. The estimated suburb profile blends up to eight nearest ordinary polling booths in the same electorate using inverse-distance weighting from the suburb centroid — an approximation, not official AEC data. Nearest polling places are shown for reference.

Data sources & freshness

Socio-economic

IRSAD decile (2021)
9/10
IRSD decile (2021)
9/10

ABS Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA), 2021 release — the latest available, derived from the 2021 Census. Deciles rank suburbs nationally from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).

What do IRSAD and IRSD measure?

IRSAD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Advantage and Disadvantage. Combines indicators of advantage (e.g. high income, skilled occupations) and disadvantage. Higher decile = more advantaged relative to other Australian areas.

IRSD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Disadvantage. Focuses on disadvantage only (e.g. low income, unemployment, limited education). Higher decile = less disadvantage nationally.

A new SEIFA edition typically follows each census; the ABS has not announced a release date beyond 2021.

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)

Data sources & freshness

Compare with

Similar suburbs to weigh up side by side — scores, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

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