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Beeac

VIC 3251 • Victoria

394
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
113.00 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordable

About Beeac

Beeac is a small town in Victoria's Western District, situated on the shore of the hyper-saline Lake Beeac within the Colac Otway Shire. Located approximately 160 kilometres southwest of Melbourne and 19 kilometres north of Colac, the town serves as a rural service centre for the surrounding farming district. With a population of around 394, it is a tight-knit community set amid the gently rolling pastoral landscapes typical of south-western Victoria.

The town retains a quiet, agricultural character with a small main street and the distinctive presence of Lake Beeac nearby, which offers a unique natural feature despite its salt content. Farming — particularly dairying and cropping — underpins the local economy, and the community maintains a strong rural identity. Beeac suits those who appreciate wide open spaces, affordable country living, and the slower pace of regional Victoria.

Beeac falls under postcode 3251 and is governed by the Colac Otway Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3251
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Colac Otway
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.16°, 143.65°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
113.00 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line Coach — Colac / Geelong Approx. 20 min to Colac

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
160 km
By Train
No direct train service; V/Line coach to Colac then train to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 35 min – 2 hr

🛣️ Primarily car-dependent; Hamilton Highway and Princes Highway nearby

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Very limited local amenities; a car is essential for most daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
250.7 / 100k
2yr Up 11.7% 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
89.5 / 100k
2yr Up 81.3% 10yr Down 23.5%
Non-FV assault
259.6 / 100k
2yr Down 18.6% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
308.9 / 100k
2yr Up 67.8% 10yr Up 11.8%
View all offence subgroups for Colac Otway →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
394
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Beeac known for? +

Beeac is known for its location on the edge of Lake Beeac, a hyper-saline lake in Victoria's Western District, and its strong agricultural heritage centred on dairying and cropping in the Colac Otway Shire.

How far is Beeac from Melbourne? +

Beeac is approximately 160 kilometres southwest of Melbourne, around a 1 hour 45 minute to 2 hour drive via the Princes Highway and Western Ring Road.

Does Beeac have public transport? +

Beeac has limited public transport. V/Line coach services connect the town to Colac, from where rail services run to Geelong and Melbourne. A car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Beeac? +

According to the 2021 Census, Beeac has a population of approximately 394 residents, making it a small rural community within the Colac Otway Shire.

Is Beeac a good place to live? +

Beeac suits those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle in the Victorian countryside. It offers wide open spaces, a quiet community atmosphere, and easy access to Colac's services, though most daily errands require a car.

What is the postcode for Beeac? +

The postcode for Beeac, Victoria is 3251.

Is Beeac a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Beeac is part of the Colac Otway 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.