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Dennington, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Dennington is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,842. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,842 Population 26/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
35.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$28,595 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$28,595 median income, 3.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$208,400 home value, $1,042/mo rent

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About Dennington

Dennington

Dennington is a suburb of Warrnambool, in the Western District of Victoria, Australia. It is located in the City of Warrnambool local government area, 270 kilometres (170 mi) south-west of the state capital, Melbourne, and 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) north-west of the regional centre of Warrnambool. At the 2016 census, Dennington had a population of 1,907.

People

Population1,842
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density26/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,595
Per Capita$28,595
Unemployment3.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$208,400
Rent$1,042
Ownership82.0%
Housing Units737

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population1,842
Population Density26 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates-38.3552°, 142.4336°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation35.3 inches (897 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,595
Median Age34.0 years

About Dennington

Dennington is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,842. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Dennington has a population of 1,842 with a density of 26 people per square mile, spread across 69.7 square miles. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,842
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below Australia avg
69.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Dennington vs Australia Average

The median household income in Dennington is $28,595, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,595 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $550, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 175 business establishments.

Income: Dennington vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$28,595
62% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,595
Avg Weekly Wage$550

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)175

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Dennington is $208,400, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below the national average of $1,163). 82.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 737 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$208,400
26% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,042
10% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.0%
Owner-Occupied82.0%
Renter-Occupied18.0%
Housing Units737

Property Tax

Climate in Dennington

Dennington has an average annual temperature of 13.8°C (57°F). The hottest month is Feb (18.5°C), the coldest is Jul (9.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 740 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.4°C / 65°F 11.9° / 24.9° 36.5
Feb 18.5°C / 65°F 12.4° / 24.6° 33.3
Mar 17°C / 63°F 10.9° / 23.2° 49.4
Apr 14.5°C / 58°F 9° / 20° 54.6
May 12°C / 54°F 7.5° / 16.5° 77.2
Jun 10°C / 50°F 5.8° / 14.1° 72.4
Jul 9.5°C / 49°F 5.5° / 13.5° 86.2
Aug 10°C / 50°F 5.8° / 14.3° 89.6
Sep 11.4°C / 53°F 6.7° / 16.1° 75.5
Oct 12.8°C / 55°F 7.5° / 18.1° 65.2
Nov 14.8°C / 59°F 9.1° / 20.5° 54.2
Dec 16.4°C / 62°F 10.2° / 22.6° 46.3
Dennington enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 276 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above Australia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area69.7 sq mi (180.5 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates-38.3552°N, 142.4336°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.3"
7% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Jun 1, 2011.

Jun 1, 2011 45 km NE of Hamilton, Australia M3.8 96 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 113 km
Jun 30, 2005 59 km S of Port Fairy, Australia M3.5 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (65 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 65 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
February 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in Warmest, Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
April 58°F (15°C) 2.3 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.7 in
June 51°F (10°C) 3.3 in Coldest
July 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
August 51°F (10°C) 3.6 in Wettest
September 53°F (12°C) 3.3 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
November 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
December 62°F (16°C) 1.9 in

Dennington has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 51°F in June to 65°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Dennington

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St John's Primary School - - - -
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Libraries in Dennington

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Warrnambool Library0.0

Gas Stations in Dennington

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
EG Australia
Shell

Breweries in Dennington

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Noodledoof Brewing Co

Stadiums & Teams in Dennington

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Airports Near Dennington

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hamilton AirportHLTMedium Airport
Branxholme Airport-Small Airport
Chatsworth Airport-Small Airport
Cobden airport-Small Airport
Derrinallum (Poligolet Station) airstrip-Small Airport
Kurweeton Airport-Small Airport
Lake Bolac Airport-Small Airport
Mount Elephant Airport-Small Airport
Peterborough Airport-Small Airport
Port Fairy-Small Airport
Warrnambool AirportWMBSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Melbourne

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dennington

What is the population of Dennington?

Dennington has a population of 1,842 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 69.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Dennington expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,595, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $208,400 (26% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Dennington?

Dennington enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.3 inches.

How is the job market in Dennington?

Dennington has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $550. There are 175 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dennington?

The median home value in Dennington is $208,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,042. The homeownership rate is 82.0%.

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