Average rent in Phillip Island, VIC2026

Phillip Island sits in the Bass Coast local government area, 80km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 13,799 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $330/week — below the Victoria state median of $363/week. 22% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$330/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
13,799

ABS 2021

Median age
52
Distance to Melbourne
80 km
Households renting
22%
Separate houses
89%
Flats / apartments
3%
Born overseas
17%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Bass Coast

Renting in Phillip Island

Phillip Island runs roughly with the Victoria state median — renters typically pay $330/week, close to the $363/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (73% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 22% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (89%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 52 and a population around 13,799. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 17% of residents were born overseas. Phillip Island is 80km from Melbourne, and rent trajectories here tend to track the state average rather than running ahead of it — but state rent indices have moved since 2021, so double-check against the live figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Phillip Island?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Phillip Island, VIC was $330. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does Phillip Island rent compare to Victoria?+
The Victoria state median weekly rent was $363 at the 2021 Census, while Phillip Island came in at $330 — 9% below. Phillip Island sits 80km from Melbourne, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 89% separate houses and 3% flats).
Which suburbs near Phillip Island have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Phillip Island's $330/week (ABS 2021) include Flemington, Kings Park (Vic.), St Albans - South. Noble Park - East, Broadmeadows, Geelong West - Hamlyn Heights sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

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