Glenfyne

VIC 3266 • Victoria

131
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
53.96 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarmingNatureOtway RangesCountry Living

About Glenfyne

Glenfyne is a small rural locality in south-western Victoria situated in the Corangamite Shire, nestled within the lush green hills of the Otway Ranges hinterland approximately 190 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Spanning around 54 square kilometres of predominantly undulating farmland, the locality recorded 131 residents in the 2021 census. The area is characterised by dairy farming, beef cattle properties, and sheltered valleys that typify the fertile Otway region between Colac and the Great Ocean Road coast.

Glenfyne is an appealing destination for those seeking a genuine rural lifestyle surrounded by the natural beauty of the Otway Ranges. The nearby townships of Cobden (approximately 20 km north) and Colac (approximately 40 km north-east) provide schools, supermarkets, and medical services. The Great Ocean Road and the Otway National Park are within easy reach, offering world-class coastal scenery, rainforest walks, and tourism attractions. The locality attracts farming families and those seeking affordable acreage with access to one of Victoria's most spectacular natural landscapes.

Glenfyne falls under postcode 3266 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3266
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.41°, 143.13°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
53.96 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Colac
40 km
Melbourne–Warrnambool line (V/Line)

Bus Services

  • Local school and community buses — Cobden / Colac Approx 25–45 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
190 km
By Train
Approx 2 hrs 30 min from Colac station to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
Approx 2 hrs 30 min via Princes Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 2 hrs 15 min

🛣️ Cobden (~20 km north) and Colac (~40 km north-east) are the nearest service centres. V/Line trains from Colac provide rail access to Melbourne.

Walkability Car Dependent

A rural Otway hinterland locality with no local services. Car travel to Cobden or Colac is required for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
131
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

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