Glen Forbes at a glance
Population
118
Median age 56
The brief
What to know about Glen Forbes.
The postcode for Glen Forbes is 3990 (VIC).
Glen Forbes (3990) sits in the Bass Coast region of Victoria.
Glen Forbes has roughly 118 residents, with a retiree-heavy demographic. Households are predominantly owner-occupied.
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What it’s like to live here.
Summer days here average around 26°C (mild), winter mornings around 7°C (cool). Annual rainfall lands at about 639mm. Data comes from the Bureau of Meteorology's Melbourne (Olympic Park) station, 64.9km away.
Schooling within or near the suburb covers 10 government primary, 1 government secondary, 1 Catholic, 1 independent.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Glen Forbes's population at 118, with a median age of 56. That sits as a retiree-heavy demographic. Households are predominantly owner-occupied (84% own, 7% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (93% family households, 13% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.
Population
118
Median age
56
Family households
93%
Lone person
13%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
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Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$308/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$308/wk
Owner occupied
84%
Renter occupied
7%
At a deeper level
118
Median age: 56
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Safety
Crime and safety.
4
total offences in 2025
Top offence categories
Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.
Source: State Police Open Data
Crime data as of December 2025· State Police Open Data
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
Education
Schools in Glen Forbes.
Local schools for Glen Forbes
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Government School Catchment
Bass Valley Primary School
Powlett River Primary School
San Remo Primary School
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Climate
Weather year-round.
Annual Rainfall
639 mm
Hottest Month (avg max)
26.0°C
Coldest Month (avg min)
6.5°C
Monthly Rainfall (mm)
Weather data from BOM station Melbourne (Olympic Park) (65 km away)
Climate data as of May 2026· Bureau of Meteorology
Frequently asked
About Glen Forbes.
- What is the Glen Forbes postcode?
- Glen Forbes is in the 3990 postcode, in VIC, in the Bass Coast Shire Council region.
- Where is Glen Forbes?
- Glen Forbes is a regional suburb in VIC, postcode 3990, in the Bass Coast Shire Council region.
- What is the average rent in Glen Forbes?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $308, for units it's $308.
- What schools are in Glen Forbes?
- There are 14 schools serving Glen Forbes on this page, including Bass Valley Primary School, Village High School, Powlett River Primary School.
- What suburbs are near Glen Forbes?
- Glen Forbes is close to Adams Estate, Queensferry, Grantville, Tenby Point, Corinella.
- What is the population of Glen Forbes?
- The population of Glen Forbes is approximately 118 (2021 Census). The median age is 56.
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Sources cited
Median, growth and rental data from state revenue offices and ABS. Census from ABS 2021. Climate from BoM. Hazard from Geoscience Australia. School data from ACARA. Crime from state police open data. Full methodology →
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