Rye
VIC 3941 • Greater Melbourne
About Rye
Rye is a popular coastal town on the southern end of the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, approximately 90 kilometres south of Melbourne's CBD. With a relaxed seaside atmosphere, Rye sits between Port Phillip Bay to the north and the rugged ocean beaches to the south. The town has a permanent population that swells significantly during summer as holidaymakers flock to its beautiful beaches. Rye is part of the Mornington Peninsula Shire and offers a quintessential Australian coastal lifestyle.
Rye's main strip along Point Nepean Road features cafes, restaurants, fish and chip shops, and boutique stores catering to both locals and visitors. The foreshore area includes playgrounds, BBQ facilities, and a popular pier for fishing. Residents enjoy easy access to hot springs, wineries, golf courses, and national parks. The suburb attracts retirees, families, and sea-changers looking for an affordable coastal alternative to nearby Sorrento and Portsea.
Rye falls under postcode 3941 and is governed by Mornington Peninsula Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nepean (Eastern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- 788 — Frankston via Rosebud 55 min
- 785 — Sorrento via Blairgowrie 15 min
Commute to Melbourne
🛣️ Most residents drive or connect via Frankston station
Main strip is walkable but a car is needed for most errands and commuting.
Supermarkets Nearby
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WoolworthsCnr Nepean Highway And Ozone Street Rye 3941 VIC
Schools
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Lyons Street
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Carmichael Street
Housing 2021 Census
3 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 369
- 2. Italy 169
- 3. New Zealand 125
- 4. Greece 121
- 5. Germany 52
- 6. Scotland 49
- 7. Ireland 36
- 8. Netherlands 36
- 9. Philippines 31
- 10. Croatia 30
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)