Warrnambool is a major regional centre in Victoria, in Warrnambool Council, characterised by heritage listings alongside mixed commercial and residential development. Notable landmarks include Police Station Complex, Warrnambool Court House and Warrnambool Botanic Gardens.
Shops and everyday services are easier to access than in most comparable places. Health access is an exceptional strength, well above typical levels for major regional centres. Local school ICSEA scores are among the highest in the peer group. The suburb has an unusually high concentration of heritage listings. The clearer weaknesses are higher rents and more mapped flood cover, with median rents 11% above the peer median.
Overall, Warrnambool suits people prioritising school quality and heritage character over lower rents.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.
Strengths and weaknesses
Major regional centre · compared with major regional centres in Victoria (187)
Strengths
Local school ICSEA scores are among the highest in the peer group
The suburb has an unusually high concentration of heritage listings
Shops and everyday services are easier to access than in most comparable places
Health-facility access is stronger than in comparable places
Weaknesses
Rents run above those in comparable places
A larger share of the suburb sits in mapped inundation than in comparable places
What stands out
Warrnambool Beach
Shelly Beach
Heritage listings
Police Station Complex
Warrnambool Court House
Warrnambool Botanic Gardens
Who it suits
Stars are audience-fit ratings derived from Suburb.Guide data, not demographic counts or user reviews.
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Housing, growth and risk
How Warrnambool compares
A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk
Median house price
$647k
+12% change
Median rent
$500/wk
Population (ERP)
32,344
+0.9% annual growth
Dwelling vacancy
8.2%
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
#58
among Country & regional · Established
Crime rate
77th
percentile in state (higher = more crime)
Pop. growth
67th
percentile in VIC
Rented dwellings
31%
2021 Census tenure
Advantage (IRSAD)
4/10
national SEIFA decile
School ICSEA
73rd
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
47.5/100 — Average
State standing
Top 49% of Victoria's suburbs
National rank
2540th in Australia
State rank
613th in VIC
Peer rank
#58 among Country & regional · Established suburbs
Cohort rank
#278 among Country & regional suburbs
Data confidence
99%
Data sources & freshness
Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
Housing
All types (Sep 2025)
$500
Median house price (4th Quarter 2025)
$646,500
Median price change
+11.5%
Median weekly rent from Victorian government rent reports. Council median fallback may apply where suburb rent is unavailable.
+0.9% annual · +2.6% over 5 years · 67th percentile in VIC
Growth figures & methodology
Annual growth
+0.9%
5-year growth
+2.6%
Change in 1 year
+304
Change in 5 years
+826
Growth rank in VIC
67th 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 (~33,600), extrapolated at +0.8% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.
2021 Census figures
2021 Census
Population
31,308
Median age
42
Median household income / week
$1,385
Dwelling vacancy
8.2%
Unoccupied private dwellings
1,129 of 13,695
Median monthly mortgage
$1,408
Median weekly rent (2021 Census)
$290
Tenure (owned / mortgaged / rented)
38.1% / 31.2% / 30.7%
Employment rate
58.2%
Travel to work (WFH / public transport / car)
9.3% / 0.5% / 72.9%
Walked or cycled to work
4.7%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
10,315 / 1,574 / 622 (+ 38 other)
Contributes to desirability score · Community (12%) · Accessibility (12%) · Future Growth (6%)
Employment, household income and owned-outright tenure (2021 Census) Work-from-home and public-transport commute shares (2021 Census) Five-year population change as a healthy-growth band, not a boom bonus
Data sources & freshness
2021 Census — General Community Profile (including method of travel to work and educational attainment) — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
The 2026 Census was conducted in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.
19.8% of adults have a university degree, compared with 29.2% across Victoria. 18.8% have a trade or vocational qualification.
University qualified19.8% · 29.2% VIC
Diploma qualified9.2% · 9.8% VIC
Trade / vocational18.8% · 14.2% VIC
Year 12 or below52.2% · 46.8% VIC
Highest qualification field
Main field of the highest non-school qualification (2021 Census).
Health17.5%
Management and commerce16.6%
Society and culture14.6%
Education13.4%
Engineering and related technologies12.1%
Food, hospitality and personal services7.7%
How these groups are defined
Measure
Definition
University qualified
Bachelor degree or higher
Diploma qualified
Advanced Diploma / Diploma
Trade / vocational
Certificate III + IV
Year 12
Year 12 as highest attainment
Below Year 12
Year 11 / 10 / 9 or below
People aged 15 years and over, 2021 Census. University, diploma and trade shares match ABS highest educational attainment (HEAP). Year 12 and below Year 12 are combined in the chart because the General Community Profile reports school-only attainment as a residual.
Contributes to desirability score · Community (12%)
University qualifications from the 2021 Census
Data sources & freshness
2021 Census — General Community Profile (including method of travel to work and educational attainment) — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
The 2026 Census was conducted in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.
Tax & income
Median taxable income (2023–24)
$54,484
55th percentile in VIC · -7% vs Australia
Median salary / wages (2023–24)
$58,428
50th percentile in VIC · -10% vs Australia
Residents with rental investments
10.0%
25th percentile in VIC · -27% vs Australia
Median super balance (2023–24)
$75,703
44th percentile in VIC · +20% vs Australia
Residents with business income
9.0%
15th percentile in VIC · -13% vs Australia
Australian Taxation Office Taxation Statistics 2023–24, individuals Table 25. Figures describe taxpayers who live in postcode 3280 — not a suburb-level official statistic. Rental investment is the share of local taxpayers reporting rental income or loss, not the share of local properties owned by investors.
Counts, net rent & state comparison
Taxpayers in this postcode
21,671
Taxpayers reporting net rent
2,159
Median net rent
$657
Taxpayers reporting business income
2,001
Taxable income vs state median
+2%
Salary / wages vs state median
0%
Rental investment vs state median
-23%
Super vs state median
-6%
Business income vs state median
-18%
Percentiles rank this postcode among unique postcodes in VIC, so suburbs that share a postcode are not counted twice. Dollar figures are compared with Australia-wide ATO medians from the same release. Median net rent is among taxpayers who reported the rent label and can be negative.
Data sources & freshness
Taxation Statistics 2023–24 — individuals by postcode (Table 25) — Australian Taxation Office · Updated · Annual release; taxpayer residential postcode, not suburb boundary
Community & culture
6.1% speak a language other than English at home; 10.7% born overseas
Language at home
27,713 English only · 1,804 other
Non-English at home
6.1%
Born overseas
3,154 (10.7%)
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
624 (2%)
Australian citizens
27,874
Languages spoken at home (other than English)
33
Top languages other than English
Share of residents who speak a language other than English at home (2021 Census).
Mandarin147 · 20.9%
Vietnamese66 · 9.4%
Sinhalese54 · 7.7%
Punjabi36 · 5.1%
Filipino32 · 4.5%
Hindi29 · 4.1%
Arabic28 · 4%
Afrikaans27 · 3.8%
Religion
47.7%Most common religion · Christianity
Christianity is the most common response at 47.7%, while 42.7% reported no religion.
Measure
Suburb
State
No religion
42.7%
38.8%
Christianity
47.7%
40.9%
Other / not stated
9.7%
20.3%
Christian denominations
Denomination
Suburb
State
Catholic
26.8%
20.5%
Anglican
6.6%
6.5%
Presbyterian and Reformed
4.2%
1.4%
Uniting Church
3.4%
2.4%
Christian (not further defined)
2.3%
2.5%
2021 Census — languages spoken at home, birthplace, Indigenous status, and religious affiliation (usual residence). Religion is optional on the Census form.
Data sources & freshness
2021 Census — General Community Profile (including method of travel to work and educational attainment) — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
The 2026 Census was conducted in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.
Crime & safety
Reported offences decreased compared with the previous period.
Offence counts & rates
Total offences (2026)
3,404
Against the person
687
Against property
1,268
Rate per 1,000 residents
105.2
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 46 residents
State crime-rate percentile
77.2th (higher = more crime)
Decrease (daily rate)
-3.3%
Recorded road crashes (in suburb)
597
Crash rate per 1,000 residents (state rank)
18.46
Most common offence types
B21 Criminal Damage220
B43 Steal From A Retail Store304
B49 Other Theft185
E21 Breach Family Violence Order517
E23 Breach Bail Conditions287
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (22%)
Crime rate, offences against the person, year-on-year trend and recorded road crash rates
Warrnambool CollegeSecondary · Government · ICSEA 979 · 37th percentile · LBOTE 6% · 1,070 students · Top SEA quarter 12% · 0.9 km awayView on My School →
King's CollegeCombined · Independent · ICSEA 1083 · 79th percentile · LBOTE 18% · 276 students · Top SEA quarter 35% · 1.0 km awayView on My School →
St Joseph's SchoolPrimary · Catholic · ICSEA 1068 · 75th percentile · LBOTE 9% · 622 students · Top SEA quarter 26% · 1.1 km awayView on My School →
Warrnambool Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · ICSEA 963 · 30th percentile · LBOTE 14% · 370 students · Top SEA quarter 9% · 1.7 km awayView on My School →
Emmanuel College WarrnamboolSecondary · Catholic · ICSEA 1064 · 73th percentile · LBOTE 7% · 1,340 students · Top SEA quarter 24% · 1.8 km awayView on My School →
School catchments
Allansford and District Primary SchoolGovernment school catchment overlapping this suburb boundaryprimary_catchment
Brauer Secondary CollegeGovernment school catchment overlapping this suburb boundarysecondary_catchment
Merrivale Primary SchoolGovernment school catchment overlapping this suburb boundaryprimary_catchment
Warrnambool CollegeGovernment school catchment overlapping this suburb boundarysecondary_catchment
Warrnambool East Primary SchoolGovernment school catchment overlapping this suburb boundaryprimary_catchment
Warrnambool Primary SchoolGovernment school catchment overlapping this suburb boundaryprimary_catchment
Warrnambool West Primary SchoolGovernment school catchment overlapping this suburb boundaryprimary_catchment
Woodford Primary SchoolGovernment school catchment overlapping this suburb boundaryprimary_catchment
Government school intake zones that overlap this suburb boundary. Living in a catchment does not guarantee enrolment; check the education authority.
Contributes to desirability score · Education (14%)
Median school ICSEA first, then school and catchment counts
Data sources & freshness
Victorian designated neighbourhood zones — Victorian Department of Education · current · Updated · Open catchment polygons where published
Reasonably walkable — many shops and services reachable on foot or by bus
Great for outdoor family life — 68 parks mapped in suburb, 12 playgrounds nearby
Well connected by public transport — 170 public transport stops
Strong local sport and recreation — 20 sport and outdoor facilities nearby
Walkability proxy
61/100
Cafés per 1,000 residents
0
Food & drink per 1,000 residents
0.1
Parks per 1,000 residents
2.17
Food & drink(3)
Gallo BakeryBakery
84 Mortlake Road, Warrnambool
Domino'sFast food
Unit 3 72 Hopkins Highway, Warrnambool
Warrnambool Football ClubRestaurant
Shopping(3)
IGA ExpressConvenience store
98 Mortlake Road, Warrnambool
NorthpointShopping centre
Warrnambool
ColesSupermarket
72-80 Hopkins Highway, Warrnambool
Everyday services(1)
BP One Stop - WarrnamboolPetrol station
Community(3)
King's CollegeSchool
44 Balmoral Road
St Joseph's Primary SchoolSchool
70 Botanic Road
Warrnambool CollegeSchool
79 Grafton Road
Sport & outdoors(60)
Beach (9)
Shelly BeachBeach
MBN SW5Cycling route
Merri Cutting Shared PathCycling route
Northcote DriveCycling route
Port Fairy to Warrnambool Rail TrailCycling route
Russell Creek TrailCycling route
Russells Creek TrailCycling route
Thunder Point Coastal ReserveCycling route
Wangoom LoopCycling route
Drinking water (2)
Merri Marine SanctuaryNature reserve
Albert ParkPark
Brierly ParkPark
Park (14)
Rotary ParkPark
St James ParkPark
Playground (12)
Public toilets
Sports centre
L P Wenborn OvalSports field
Mack OvalSports field
Reid OvalSports field
Sports field
Walter OvalSports field
Warrnambool Hockey FieldsSports field
Swimming pool
Camping & holiday parks(6)
Warrnambool ShowgroundsCampground
Big 4 Discovery ParkCaravan park
25 Pertobe Road, Warrnambool
Figtree Holiday VillageCaravan park
Shipwreck Coast Holiday ParkCaravan park
Surf Side Holiday ParkCaravan park
Warrnambool Holiday VillageCaravan park
Transport(24)
24 bus stops
Other(15)
Artwork
Warrnambool Botanic Gardens WellAttraction
Bench (6)
Clock
Fire Station No. 70Fire station
61-67 Mortlake Road, Warrnambool
Fountain
Warrnambool Botanic GardensGarden
Information
Parking (13)
Picnic Table (3)
New Life Christian ChurchPlace of worship
Post Box
Shelter (4)
AquaZoneShower
Track (3)
Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe). Transport stops are summarised by type rather than listed individually. Campgrounds, beaches, wineries and local trails are included when they sit inside the suburb boundary.
Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (12%)
Food, shopping, recreation and sport per 1,000 residents (OpenStreetMap)
Data sources & freshness
Local amenity insights — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
Named sporting clubs from OpenStreetMap, assigned to this suburb's boundary. Sporting facilities such as ovals, courts and recreation centres are listed under Amenities.
Green cover is the share of this suburb's boundary overlapping OpenStreetMap parks, woodland and forest polygons — not a satellite tree-canopy product. Summer maximum is the WorldClim / Open-Meteo seasonal normal already collected for Weather.
Contributes to desirability score · Environment (12%)
Tree canopy first, then green-cover area and parks per 1,000
Data sources & freshness
OpenStreetMap green cover and tree canopy — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated · Park/woodland polygons intersected with suburb boundaries
Places of worship
1 places of worship within ~1.5 km
New Life Christian Church
From OpenStreetMap within ~1.5 km of the suburb centre.
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.
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
24° / 11°
Rainfall
112 mm · ~14 rainy days
Autumn (Mar–May)
Usual max / min
20° / 9°
Rainfall
164 mm · ~20 rainy days
Winter (Jun–Aug)
Usual max / min
14° / 6°
Rainfall
251 mm · ~31 rainy days
Spring (Sep–Nov)
Usual max / min
18° / 8°
Rainfall
212 mm · ~26 rainy days
Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (12%)
Development applications from PPARS statewide register (lodged 2020–2022). Free public PPARS MapServer — applications through ~2022 (service last updated Feb 2024).
545 planning-related records
2021· 40 proposals
September 2021
Construction of a dwelling
63 BOTANIC RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280NOD issued by a delegate
Demolition and construction of a multi-storey mixed use development for the purpose of accommodation (serviced apartments and dwellings) office and retail use together with a reduction in car parking
127-145 FAIRY ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280NOD issued by a delegate
Use and development of group accommodation, buildings and works to existing building and the display of signage
305 TIMOR ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280NOD issued by a delegate
Fifteen (15) lot subdivision and creation of roads (Hopkins Heights Stage 4)
HOPKINS POINT RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Two (2) lot subdivision including the creation of common property
5 RIVERVIEW TCE WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
August 2021
Construct and display internally illuminated business identification signage
21 ALBERT ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
External alterations (associated with the removal of an ATM and business identification signage).
163 LIEBIG ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Construction of a wash bay (in association with Vicroads store).
56 WALSH RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Multi lot subdivision including creation of a road (amended to include additional Lot 57)
86 RODGERS RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Construction of a dwelling
4 PILKINGTON ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Construct extension to the existing building (canopy) and reduction of number of car parking spaces in accordance with the endorsed plans.
5 HAMMOND PL WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Construction of a dwelling
10 MCARTHUR PL WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Development of the land for eighteen (18) apartments, fourteen (14) townhouses, subdivision and access to a Transport Road Zone 2 (TRZ2), a reduction in the provision of on-site car parking by nine (9) spaces and a staged subdivision.
46 MORTLAKE RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Construction of a Dwelling in accordance with the endorsed plans
6 MCARTHUR PL WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Construction of a dwelling
8 HILDEBRANDT ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Construction of a dwelling
9 DUNVEGAN CT WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Installation of security cameras
101A FAIRY ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Two (2) Lot Subdivision
45 HOPKINS POINT RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280In progress
Alterations and additions to existing hotel, associated car parking and the display of business identification signage in accordance with the endorsed plans (Amendment is to alterations to endorsed plans to include an additional seven (7) car parking spaces on 60 Walsh Rd)
1143-1153 RAGLAN PDE WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Construct alterations and additions to the existing building
1143-1153 RAGLAN PDE WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Construct a Swimming Pool
3 MOTANG DR WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Three (3) lot subdivsion (of existing buildings)
245 MOORE ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Two (2) Lot Subdivision
24 WALLS RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Use and development of land for a display home, use of an existing car parking area and display of advertising signage
WOLLASTON RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
External alterations to a building, waiver of car parking and waiver of bicycle parking requirement
719 RAGLAN PDE WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Construction of a dwelling
19 YARRA DR WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Construction of a dwelling and fences
1 MERVUE CT WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Display of business identification signage
1/1-49 RAGLAN PDE WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Use and Development of horse stables
2-64 GRAFTON RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Lapsed
Demolition of front fence and rear dwelling additions, extensions and alterations to the existing dwelling and construction of a pergola, fences and a deck
1/306 KOROIT ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Construct and display an internally illuminated business identification sky sign
59 LIEBIG ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
External alterations to a dwelling and construction of a fence (privacy screen)
50 AITKINS RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
July 2021
Buildings and works to construct a new roof over the existing plant equipment and wash-bay concrete pad
29 COGHLANS RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Signage, alterations to front fence and paint front facade
129 KEPLER ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Use of land for the sale of packaged liquor (bottle shop)
120 FAIRY ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Construction of a dwelling
32 WALDOCK WAY WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Construction of a dwelling
7 MCARTHUR PL WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Construction of buildings (in association with the use of the land for a store)
5 HARRINGTON RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Construction of second dwelling in accordance with the endorsed plans Section 72 amendment sought approval for minor changes to the proposed dwelling.
17 MACKAY CRES WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Demolition of outbuildings and fences and construction of fences
295 LAVA ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
Maintenance Works activities occurring between 10/01/2025 and 31/12/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Weekends 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Note that changed conditions may also be in place during 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed multiple directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be Greater than 10 min.RAGLAN PARADE, HOPETOUN ROAD09 Jan 2025 – 30 Dec 2026
Maintenance Works activities occurring between 10/01/2025 and 31/12/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Weekends 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Note that changed conditions may also be in place during 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed multiple directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be Greater than 10 min.RAGLAN PARADE, WILLIAM STREET09 Jan 2025 – 30 Dec 2026
Maintenance Works activities occurring between 10/01/2025 and 31/12/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Weekends 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Note that changed conditions may also be in place during 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed multiple directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be Greater than 10 min.HOPETOUN ROAD, RAGLAN PARADE09 Jan 2025 – 30 Dec 2026
Data sources & freshness
Road incidents & closures — State road authority open-data feeds · current · Updated
Heritage
15 heritage places
CHRIST CHURCH COMPLEX WARRNAMBOOLNH0387
COTTAGE 73 KOROIT STREET WARRNAMBOOLNH0577
FLETCHER JONES FACTORY & GARDENSNH2101
FORMER ELLERSLIE COLLEGENH2076
FORMER WARRNAMBOOL CUSTOMS HOUSENH0463
LADY BAY LIGHTHOUSE & STORENH1520
LOCH ARD PEACOCKYH2132
MURWEHNH0402
ORDERLY ROOM & RESIDENCENH0543
POLICE STATION COMPLEXNH1698
Contributes to desirability score · Environment (12%)
Heritage listings as established streetscape
Data sources & freshness
State heritage register — State heritage authority · current · Updated
Hazards
Bushfire planning zone
No overlay at centroid
Flood / inundation overlay
3.9% of suburb boundary
Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid via Victorian Bushfire Management Overlay mapping. Flood cover uses inundation overlay polygons against the suburb boundary where published.
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (22%)
Bushfire and flood hazard overlays
Data sources & freshness
Bushfire and flood 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 8.3 km away).
Coalition 56.9%Labor 43.1%
4.0 percentage points more Labor-leaning than the electorate
Estimated swing since 2022: +43.1 pp toward Labor
Nearest polling places
Warrnambool North CentralLabor 39.3% · Coalition 60.7% TPP (2025)1.1 km away
Warrnambool CentralLabor 49.2% · Coalition 50.8% TPP (2025)1.5 km away
WarrnamboolLabor 51.6% · Coalition 48.4% TPP (2025)2.2 km away
Warrnambool EastLabor 38.5% · Coalition 61.5% TPP (2025)2.7 km away
Warrnambool WestLabor 41.1% · Coalition 58.9% TPP (2025)2.8 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.
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 (12%)