Bass Coast Shire Council
South Dudley
South Dudley at a glance
Median house
$489,500
Median unit
$205,920
Walk score
8
Very car dependent
Population
421
Median age 42
The brief
What to know about South Dudley.
South Dudley (3995) sits in the Bass Coast region of Victoria. The median house here is $489,500, well below the Victoria median of around $850K.
South Dudley has roughly 421 residents, with a typical family-age mix. Households are mostly owner-occupied. Daily life is car-dependent: most residents drive to work, school and the shops.
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What it’s like to live here.
South Dudley scores 8/100 on walkability, which makes it car-dependent with limited public transport. Plan for two cars in a typical household, especially if work isn't local.
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 3 government primary, 1 government secondary, 1 Catholic, 1 independent.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put South Dudley's population at 421, with a median age of 42. That sits as a typical family-age mix. Households are mostly owner-occupied (73% own, 24% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. Lone-person households are notable here (36%), often a marker of unit-heavy stock and walkable infrastructure.
Population
421
Median age
42
Family households
59%
Lone person
36%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Houses change hands at $489,500 on a typical sale, well below the Victoria median. Units come in around $205,920, roughly 58% below the house median.
For buyers
A 20% deposit on the median house works out to roughly $98,000. Prices are well below the Victoria median, which keeps South Dudley on the radar for first-home buyers and right-sizers.
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
$489,500
+0.0% over the past year. Median unit price $205,920.
Sales data as of May 2026· sales-vic
Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$280/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$290/wk
Owner occupied
73%
Renter occupied
24%
At a deeper level
$489,500
$205,920
421
Median age: 42
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For investors
Investment overview.
Gross rental yield on houses sits at 2.97% (median rent $280/wk against a $489,500 price tag). Units yield 7.32% gross, often the better cash-flow play for first-time investors. Renter share is modest (24%), so the rental pool is smaller and tenant demand can be patchier than in higher-density suburbs.
Gross Yield (House)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 20262.97%
Based on $489,500 median
Gross Yield (Unit)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 20267.32%
Based on $205,920 median
Annual Growth (House)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Year-on-year capital growth
Annual Growth (Unit)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Year-on-year capital growth
Owner Occupancy
Source: ABS Census 2021 · May 202673%
Higher = more owner-occupier demand
Days on Market
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Lower = higher buyer demand
Gross rental yield is annual rent divided by purchase price, before expenses. It does not account for vacancy rates, management fees, maintenance, or financing costs. Use this as a starting point for further research.
Safety
Crime and safety.
22
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
Getting around
Walkability.
8
20
40
Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)
Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
Education
Schools in South Dudley.
Local schools for South Dudley
View the catchment for each school to find out more.
Government School Catchment
Wonthaggi North Primary School
Wonthaggi Primary School
Bass Coast College
© ACARA, licensed under CC BY 4.0.
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 South Dudley.
- What is the median house price in South Dudley?
- The median house price in South Dudley, VIC 3995 is $489,500. The median unit price is $205,920. Annual growth is +0.0%.
- What is the South Dudley postcode?
- South Dudley is in the 3995 postcode, in VIC, in the Bass Coast Shire Council region.
- What is the average rent in South Dudley?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $280, for units it's $290.
- What schools are in South Dudley?
- There are 7 schools serving South Dudley on this page, including Wonthaggi North Primary School, Wonthaggi Primary School, St Joseph's School.
- How walkable is South Dudley?
- South Dudley has a Walk Score of 8 out of 100, highly car-dependent. transit score 20, bike score 40.
- What suburbs are near South Dudley?
- South Dudley is close to Hicksborough, Wonthaggi, North Wonthaggi, Powlett River, Dalyston.
- What is the population of South Dudley?
- South Dudley has approximately 421 residents. The median age is 42.
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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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