Apollo Bay

VIC 3233 • Rest of VIC

1,790
Population (2021)
$36,140
Median Income
86.92 km²
Area
300m
Elevation

About Apollo Bay

Apollo Bay is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Colac-Otway (Shire) area. With a population of 1,790 and a median income of $36,140, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 86.92 km² at an elevation of 300m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 300m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Apollo Bay offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Apollo Bay falls under postcode 3233 and is governed by Colac-Otway Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3233
Urban Area
Corangamite - Golden Plains
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.74°, 143.65°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
86.92 km²
Elevation
300m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,700
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
52 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,598
Census 2021
1,790
12.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,432
Income 2021
$36,140
22.8% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,277
Born Overseas 311

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 64
  • 2. New Zealand 24
  • 3. Ireland 16
  • 4. India 15
  • 5. China 14
  • 6. Netherlands 13
  • 7. Indonesia 11
  • 8. Germany 10
  • 9. Malaysia 10
  • 10. Sri Lanka 9
  • 11. Philippines 8
  • 12. Vietnam 8
  • 13. Italy 7
  • 14. United States 7
  • 15. Nepal 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 697
Australian 563
Irish 309
Scottish 222
German 98
Dutch 47
Italian 43
Chinese 36
Greek 31
Australian Aboriginal 30

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

993
Both parents born in Australia
382
Both parents born overseas
206
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.3%
Christianity
30.8%
Buddhism
1.5%
Islam
1.1%
Hinduism
0.8%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
74 (4.1%)
5-14 years
169 (9.4%)
15-19 years
74 (4.1%)
20-24 years
44 (2.5%)
25-34 years
177 (9.9%)
35-44 years
181 (10.1%)
45-54 years
238 (13.3%)
55-64 years
309 (17.3%)
65-74 years
319 (17.8%)
75-84 years
143 (8.0%)
85+ years
54 (3.0%)

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