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Sorrento, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Sorrento is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,522. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,522 Population 0/sq mi density
95 ft Elevation 29 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
26.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$31,637 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$31,637 median income, 3.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$260,200 home value, $1,301/mo rent

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About Sorrento

Sorrento

Sorrento is a town on the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, Australia, located within the Shire of Mornington Peninsula local government area. It is 103 km (64 mi) south-west of Melbourne's central business district. Sorrento recorded a population of 2,013 at the 2021 census. Sorrento is known for its appealing weather, limestone buildings, and its world-class day-spas, which take advantage of the local water pressure to provide an unparalleled scrub.

People

Population1,522
Median Age64.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$31,637
Per Capita$31,637
Unemployment3.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$260,200
Rent$1,301
Ownership86.7%
Housing Units609

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Population1,522
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates-38.3396°, 144.7413°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation26.3 inches (669 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$31,637
Median Age64.0 years

About Sorrento

Sorrento is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,522. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet (29 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Sorrento has a population of 1,522 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age is 64.0 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,522
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
64.0yrs
Median Age
65% above Australia avg
4,706.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sorrento vs Australia Average

The median household income in Sorrento is $31,637, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,637 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $608, 58% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 145 business establishments.

Income: Sorrento vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$31,637
58% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$31,637
Avg Weekly Wage$608

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)145

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sorrento is $260,200, 8% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,301 (12% above the national average of $1,163). 86.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 609 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,200
8% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,301
12% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.7%
Owner-Occupied86.7%
Renter-Occupied13.3%
Housing Units609

Property Tax

Climate in Sorrento

Sorrento has an average annual temperature of 13.6°C (56°F). The hottest month is Feb (18.6°C), the coldest is Jul (9.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 484 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.1°C / 65°F 13.2° / 23° 36.2
Feb 18.6°C / 65°F 13.9° / 23.2° 33.6
Mar 16.8°C / 62°F 12.1° / 21.4° 30.4
Apr 14°C / 57°F 9.3° / 18.7° 38.0
May 11.9°C / 53°F 7.7° / 16.1° 38.3
Jun 10°C / 50°F 6.2° / 13.7° 39.4
Jul 9.2°C / 49°F 5.5° / 12.8° 45.5
Aug 9.9°C / 50°F 5.9° / 13.9° 46.1
Sep 11.4°C / 53°F 6.6° / 16.1° 41.7
Oct 12.4°C / 54°F 7.5° / 17.4° 51.3
Nov 14.4°C / 58°F 9.4° / 19.3° 50.1
Dec 16.3°C / 61°F 11° / 21.6° 33.6
Sorrento enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 300 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 26.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above Australia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Area4,706.6 sq mi (12,190.0 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-38.3396°N, 144.7413°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.3"
31% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

36 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 8, 2024.

Jun 19, 2012 11 km NNE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.2 127 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 130 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 124 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 96 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 96 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 109 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 137 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 95 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 112 km
Apr 10, 2003 Bass Strait, Australia M3.9 142 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 89 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 93 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 76 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 92 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 115 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 96 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 150 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 131 km
Jul 5, 2011 6 km ENE of Korumburra, Australia M3.3 100 km
Feb 18, 2007 11 km NE of Foster, Australia M3.2 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in
February 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Driest
March 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
June 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
July 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
August 51°F (10°C) 2.7 in Coldest, Wettest
September 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
November 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
December 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in

Sorrento has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 51°F in August to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Sorrento

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Joseph's Primary School
Sorrento Primary School
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Radio Stations near Sorrento

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
K Rock Geelong 95.5 AAC+ 64 kbps
JOY 94.9 Out Loud Proud AAC+ 64 kbps
Golden Days Radio gold, golden oldies AAC 128 kbps
The Light Worship christian, melbourne AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Sorrento

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dromana and District Historical Society Museum
Historical Museum
Museum
Nepean Historical Society
Old Court House Museum
Queenscliffe Maritime Museum

Libraries in Sorrento

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Drysdale Library0.0
Drysdale Library0.0
Ocean Grove Library0.0
Rosebud Library0.0

Hotels in Sorrento

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Portsea Hotel
Sorrento Hotel

Restaurants in Sorrento

12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bistro Elba
Buckleys
Itali.co Sorrento
Loquat
Morgan's
Patrick's Corner
Portsea Hotel
Rusty's Cafe Bar & Grill
Sorrento Hotel
The Baths
The Bistero
The Rasqi

Cafes in Sorrento

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

All Smiles - Sorrento Ocean Beach
Cafe Lu Port
Sandarne
Stringers Cafe

Cinemas in Sorrento

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Atheneum Cinema

Monuments in Sorrento

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Heaton's Monument

Clinics in Sorrento

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sorrento Medical Centre

Banks in Sorrento

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank

Gyms in Sorrento

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Recreation Sorrento Health Club

Golf Courses in Sorrento

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Portsea Golf Club
Sorrento Golf Club

Breweries in Sorrento

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bellarine Estate
TWØBAYS Brewing Co

Airports Near Sorrento

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne AirportMELLarge Airport
Melbourne Avalon International AirportAVVLarge Airport
Melbourne Essendon AirportMEBMedium Airport
Melbourne Moorabbin AirportMBWMedium Airport
Bacchus Marsh AirportSmall Airport
Barwon Heads AirportSmall Airport
Bellbrae private airstripSmall Airport
Ceres AirportSmall Airport
Coldstream AirportSmall Airport
Drysdale AirstripSmall Airport
Fiskville AirportSmall Airport
Gnarwarre AirstripSmall Airport
Koo Wee Rup (Aardel Port) AirfieldSmall Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstripSmall Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstrip no.2Small Airport
Lethbridge AirparkSmall Airport
Lilydale AirportSmall Airport
Lovely Banks AirportSmall Airport
Melton AirportSmall Airport
RAAF Williams, Point Cook BaseSmall Airport
Rothwell AirfieldSmall Airport
St Leonards AirfieldSmall Airport
Tooradin AirportSmall Airport
Torquay AirportSmall Airport
Tyabb AirportSmall Airport
Wooloomanata AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Sorrento

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post Agency
Sorrento Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sorrento

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Sorrento Presbyterian Church
St. Marys Catholic Church

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 Sorrento

What is the population of Sorrento?

Sorrento has a population of 1,522 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 64.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sorrento expensive to live in?

The median household income is $31,637, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $260,200 (8% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,301 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Sorrento?

Sorrento enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.

How is the job market in Sorrento?

Sorrento has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $608. There are 145 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sorrento?

The median home value in Sorrento is $260,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,301. The homeownership rate is 86.7%.

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