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Gorae West

VIC 3305 • Victoria

237
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
70.42 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCoastalAffordable

About Gorae West

Gorae West is a sparsely populated rural locality in Glenelg Shire in Victoria's south-west, covering roughly 70 square kilometres of agricultural land near the town of Portland. Sitting approximately 15 kilometres north-east of Portland and around 365 kilometres west of Melbourne, the locality had 237 residents at the 2021 Census. The landscape is defined by broad farming paddocks and remnant native vegetation, with the coast of Discovery Bay not far to the south. The area falls within the federal electorate of Wannon.

Gorae West is farming and grazing country, home to a resilient rural community engaged primarily in agriculture and related industries. Essential services, schooling and shopping are accessed in Portland, which also provides employment through its deepwater port, aluminium smelter and tourism sector. The locality appeals to those seeking a quiet, affordable lifestyle amid wide open spaces and is well positioned for exploring the natural attractions of the Discovery Bay Coastal Park and Cape Bridgewater. It is a place where neighbours are few but community bonds run deep.

Gorae West falls under postcode 3305 and is governed by Glenelg Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3305
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Glenelg Shire
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.24°, 141.44°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
70.42 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Portland (no scheduled rail)
15 km
Drive required

Bus Services

  • CDC regional coach — Portland / Hamilton Approx. 20 min to Portland by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
365 km
By Train
No direct rail; coach to Hamilton then V/Line to Melbourne (~4.5 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 45 min - 4 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 30 min

🛣️ Car is the primary transport option; Hamilton is the nearest V/Line station (~80 km)

Walkability Car-Dependent

Entirely rural; no footpaths or local services within walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
237
▲ 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

Where is Gorae West? +

Gorae West is a rural locality in Glenelg Shire, south-west Victoria, approximately 15 kilometres north-east of Portland and around 365 kilometres from Melbourne.

What is the population of Gorae West? +

Gorae West had a population of 237 people at the 2021 Census.

Is there public transport in Gorae West? +

There is no local public transport. Residents travel by car to Portland (about 20 minutes) for services and connections to regional bus routes.

What is Gorae West known for? +

Gorae West is known for its productive farming land and proximity to the stunning Discovery Bay Coastal Park and Cape Bridgewater, popular destinations for whale watching and scenic walks.