Portarlington
VIC 3223 • Rest of VIC
About Portarlington
Portarlington is a coastal township on Victoria's Bellarine Peninsula, situated on the western shore of Port Phillip Bay within the City of Greater Geelong. Approximately 50 kilometres south of Geelong and around 100 kilometres from Melbourne's CBD, the suburb covers nearly 25 square kilometres and has a population of 4,436. With a median age of 62, Portarlington is strongly characterised by retirees and sea-changers who have relocated from Melbourne or Geelong for a quieter coastal lifestyle.
The town is known for its mussel aquaculture industry and relaxed bayside atmosphere, with sweeping views across Port Phillip Bay and easy access to the beach. A Woolworths supermarket serves day-to-day needs alongside small shops and cafes in the town centre. The surrounding Bellarine Peninsula offers wineries, farms, and cycling trails within a short drive, and a seasonal ferry service to Melbourne adds to the area's appeal for holiday-makers and permanent residents alike.
Portarlington falls under postcode 3223 and is governed by Greater Geelong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bellarine (Western Victoria) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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WoolworthsBrown Street Portarlington 3223 VIC
Schools
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Newcombe Street
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1341 Murradoc Road
Housing 2021 Census
0 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
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Demographics
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 228
- 2. New Zealand 74
- 3. Malta 67
- 4. Italy 35
- 5. Greece 32
- 6. Germany 26
- 7. Scotland 23
- 8. Croatia 18
- 9. Netherlands 17
- 10. United States 16
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)