Warrayure

VIC 3301 • Victoria

50
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
35.40 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Warrayure

Warrayure is a small rural locality in south-west Victoria, situated approximately 35 kilometres north-east of Portland and around 35 kilometres south of Heywood. Covering some 35 square kilometres of pastoral and agricultural land, the area had a population of just 50 people at the 2021 Census, reflecting its quiet farming character. The locality sits within the Glenelg Shire, a region known for its rolling green hills, coastal proximity, and strong agricultural heritage.

Life in Warrayure revolves around farming and the great outdoors, with residents typically relying on nearby towns such as Heywood and Hamilton for services, shopping, and schooling. The surrounding landscape offers a peaceful lifestyle, with wide open paddocks, native bushland, and easy access to the Glenelg River region. It suits those seeking a quiet, self-sufficient country lifestyle away from urban pressures.

Warrayure falls under postcode 3301 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3301
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.12°, 142.03°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
35.40 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Heywood Station
35.3 km
Drive required
Hamilton Station
41.4 km
Drive required

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
340 km
By Train
Not practical
By Car (Peak)
Approx 4 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 3.5 hrs

🛣️ Closest major city is Melbourne via Hamilton

Walkability Car Dependent

No footpaths or local amenities; private vehicle essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
50
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 Warrayure located? +

Warrayure is a rural locality in south-west Victoria, about 35 km north-east of Portland and 35 km south of Heywood in the Glenelg Shire.

What is the population of Warrayure? +

According to the 2021 Census, Warrayure had a population of 50 people, making it one of Victoria's smallest localities.

Is there public transport in Warrayure? +

There is no local public transport in Warrayure. Residents rely on private vehicles, with the nearest train stations at Heywood (35 km) and Hamilton (41 km).