Sutherlands Creek
VIC 3331 • Victoria
About Sutherlands Creek
Sutherlands Creek is a small rural locality in Golden Plains Shire, Victoria, situated approximately 84 kilometres west of Melbourne and close to the regional city of Geelong. Spread across around 40 square kilometres of undulating farmland, it recorded a population of 129 in the 2021 Census. The area forms part of the broader Geelong hinterland, characterised by open paddocks, scattered gum trees and quiet country roads. It falls within the federal electorate of Corangamite.
Life in Sutherlands Creek revolves around the land, with farming and grazing the dominant pursuits for most residents. Day-to-day amenities are found in nearby Bannockburn or Geelong, which offer shopping, schools, medical services and employment. The community is tight-knit and largely self-sufficient, attracting those who value space, privacy and a genuine rural lifestyle. Its proximity to Geelong makes it a practical choice for people who want country living without sacrificing access to a major city.
Sutherlands Creek falls under postcode 3331 and is governed by Golden Plains Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Geelong (Western Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Limited regional services — Geelong Approx. 40 min by car
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Car essential; nearest V/Line station is Geelong
No footpaths or local services; a car is essential for all errands
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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High Street