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Drysdale

VIC 3222 • Rest of VIC

4,976
Population (2021)
$33,540
Median Income
42.47 km²
Area
$340/wk
Median Rent
Retiree-HavenPeacefulEstablishedSemi-RuralRegional

About Drysdale

Drysdale is an urban locality on Victoria's Bellarine Peninsula, situated approximately 24 kilometres south-east of Geelong and within the City of Greater Geelong local government area. Covering a substantial 42.5 square kilometres, it serves as the principal service town for the surrounding peninsula communities. With a population of 4,976 and a median age of 52, Drysdale is a favoured destination for retirees and semi-retirees seeking a relaxed lifestyle away from the city.

The town offers essential everyday amenities including both Coles and Woolworths supermarkets, local shops, schools, and cafés, making it a practical hub for Bellarine Peninsula residents. Its predominantly Anglo-Australian population reflects a long-established community with deep English, Irish, and Scottish heritage roots. Drysdale is well-positioned for access to the region's wineries, coastal townships such as Portarlington and Queenscliff, and the broader Bellarine Peninsula lifestyle, appealing to those seeking a quieter pace of life in a scenic regional setting.

Drysdale falls under postcode 3222 and is governed by Greater Geelong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bellarine (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3222
Urban Area
Geelong - Queenscliff
LGA / Council
Greater Geelong
Federal Electorate
Corangamite
State Electorate
Bellarine (Western Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.17°, 144.59°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
42.47 km²
Elevation
88m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    26-32 Murradoc Road Drysdale 3222 VIC
  • Woolworths
    16 Wyndham Street Drysdale 3222 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$340
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
52 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.5%

11 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,275
Census 2021
4,976
▲ 16.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$28,652
Income 2021
$33,540
▲ 17.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,022
Born Overseas 729

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 306
  • 2. New Zealand 61
  • 3. Netherlands 36
  • 4. Scotland 33
  • 5. Germany 29
  • 6. South Africa 25
  • 7. India 20
  • 8. Italy 19
  • 9. Philippines 19
  • 10. Canada 15

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,399
Australian 1,891
Irish 668
Scottish 646
German 217
Italian 191
Dutch 136
Maltese 44
Australian Aboriginal 42
Polish 41

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,177
Both parents born in Australia
967
Both parents born overseas
605
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.2%
No Religion
41.6%
Buddhism
0.3%
Islam
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
170 (3.4%)
5-14 years
576 (11.6%)
15-19 years
277 (5.6%)
20-24 years
212 (4.3%)
25-34 years
357 (7.2%)
35-44 years
459 (9.2%)
45-54 years
568 (11.4%)
55-64 years
698 (14.0%)
65-74 years
853 (17.1%)
75-84 years
543 (10.9%)
85+ years
254 (5.1%)

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