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Dreeite

VIC 3249 • Victoria

77
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
92.84 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietPeaceful

About Dreeite

Dreeite is a rural locality in south-west Victoria, situated in the Colac Otway Shire approximately 170 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Covering around 93 square kilometres, it is a sparsely populated farming area set among the rolling green hills between Colac and the Otway Ranges. The locality is characterised by dairy and beef cattle grazing, with a very small residential population living on large rural properties.

The regional centre of Colac, approximately 15 kilometres to the north-east, provides the main services including supermarkets, schools, hospitals, and community facilities. The Great Ocean Road and its spectacular coastal scenery lies to the south, making the broader Colac Otway region a popular destination for tourists. Residents enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle with easy access to the Otway Ranges and surrounding natural landscape.

Dreeite falls under postcode 3249 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3249
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.39°, 143.56°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
92.84 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Colac Approx 20 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
170 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Colac then approx 2 hr 20 min V/Line train
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 10 min – 2 hr 40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 55 min – 2 hr 20 min

🛣️ Princes Highway (A1) provides the main road connection via Geelong

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural farming locality with no local services; a car is essential for all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
77
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dreeite known for? +

Dreeite is a quiet rural farming locality in south-west Victoria, known for its dairy and beef cattle grazing land set among the rolling hills of the Colac Otway Shire.

How far is Dreeite from Melbourne? +

Dreeite is approximately 170 kilometres south-west of Melbourne CBD, around a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Princes Highway through Geelong.

Does Dreeite have public transport? +

There is no public transport service in Dreeite itself. Residents drive to Colac (approximately 15 km away) to access V/Line train services to Melbourne. A car is essential.

What is the population of Dreeite? +

Dreeite has a very small population, with the 2021 Census recording approximately 77 residents across a large rural area of around 93 square kilometres.

Is Dreeite a good place to live? +

Dreeite offers a peaceful rural lifestyle close to the Otway Ranges and within easy reach of Colac's services. It suits those who value space, nature, and a quiet farming community atmosphere.

What is the postcode for Dreeite? +

The postcode for Dreeite, VIC is 3249.