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Freshwater Creek

VIC 3216 • Victoria

454
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
53.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietCoastal-AdjacentCommuter Belt

About Freshwater Creek

Freshwater Creek is a small rural township in the Surf Coast Shire of Victoria, located approximately 17 kilometres south-west of Geelong and 81 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. With a population of 454 residents spread across 53 square kilometres, the locality is characterised by farming and rural residential properties set among gently rolling countryside between Geelong and the Surf Coast. The area has a modest median household income reflective of its agricultural and semi-rural base.

The township centres on the intersection of Anglesea Road and Dickins Road, where a handful of small shops, a service station, and a café serve the local community. The Country Fire Authority (CFA) station, community hall, tennis courts, and barbecue facilities provide the social backbone of this tight-knit locality. Residents are well placed to access both the amenities of Geelong to the north and the celebrated surf beaches and national parks of Torquay and Anglesea to the south, making Freshwater Creek appealing to those who prefer quiet rural living with coastal and urban convenience nearby.

Freshwater Creek falls under postcode 3216 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Barwon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3216
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Corio
State Electorate
South Barwon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.22°, 144.33°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
53.56 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Geelong Approx. 30 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
81 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Geelong then Geelong–Melbourne train (approx. 60 min total)
By Car (Peak)
70-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-70 min

🛣️ Car essential; Geelong–Melbourne freeway (M1) is the main route

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Only a handful of local services exist; a car is essential for almost all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
454
▲ 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 Freshwater Creek known for? +

Freshwater Creek is known for its peaceful rural character, set among farming and rural residential properties between Geelong and the Surf Coast. The small township hub on Anglesea Road serves as a quiet community focal point for surrounding rural properties.

How far is Freshwater Creek from Geelong? +

Freshwater Creek is approximately 17 kilometres south-west of central Geelong, making it a 20–30 minute drive along Anglesea Road or the Surf Coast Highway.

Does Freshwater Creek have public transport? +

Public transport is very limited in Freshwater Creek. There is no rail service; the nearest train station is Geelong. A car is essential for most trips, including access to shops, schools, and services.

What is the population of Freshwater Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Freshwater Creek has a population of 454 residents, spread across a locality of approximately 54 square kilometres.

Is Freshwater Creek a good place to live? +

Freshwater Creek suits those seeking quiet rural living with access to both Geelong's urban amenities and the celebrated beaches and national parks of the Surf Coast. It is best suited to people who are comfortable with car-dependent living and value wide open space over suburban convenience.

What is the postcode for Freshwater Creek? +

The postcode for Freshwater Creek, Victoria is 3216.