Allestree
VIC 3305 • Victoria
About Allestree
Allestree is a small rural locality in south-western Victoria, situated along the Princes Highway north-east of the port city of Portland, within the Glenelg Shire local government area. The locality spans approximately 8 square kilometres and had a population of 168 at the 2021 Census, making it a compact farming community in the rich agricultural district between Portland and Hamilton. Allestree takes its name from the village of Allestree in Derbyshire, England, reflecting the British heritage of early settlers to the region.
Life in Allestree revolves around the land, with the locality primarily made up of farming properties and acreage holdings. The Princes Highway provides a practical transport corridor, connecting residents to Portland's full range of services including hospitals, schools, shopping, and the historic foreshore precinct, all within a short drive. The stunning coastline of Discovery Bay Coastal Park and Cape Bridgewater are accessible from the Portland area, offering exceptional coastal scenery for residents of the broader district. There is no public transport serving Allestree, and a private vehicle is essential for daily life.
Allestree falls under postcode 3305 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No scheduled local bus services — N/A N/A
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Portland is the nearest service hub; Princes Highway is the main arterial
Rural highway locality with no local shops or footpaths; all daily needs require a drive to Portland
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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249 Princes Highway
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43-55 Trangmar Street
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Fawthrop Street
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119 Bentink Street
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Cnr Fawthrop & Edgar Street
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School Road
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45 Palmer Street
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Must Street
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Edgar Street
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312 Edgar Street
