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Werribee, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Werribee is a mid-size city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 50,027. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
50,027 Population 11/sq mi density
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
25.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$25,688 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$25,688 median income, 6.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$186,000 home value, $930/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population50,027
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density11/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$25,688
Per Capita$25,688
Unemployment6.9%

Housing

C+
Home Value$186,000
Rent$930
Ownership65.7%
Housing Units20,011

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain25.9 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Population50,027
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates-37.9000°, 144.6667°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation25.9 inches (659 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,688
Median Age35.0 years

About Werribee

Werribee is a mid-size city in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 50,027. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Werribee has a population of 50,027 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

50,027
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below Australia avg
4,706.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Werribee vs Australia Average

The median household income in Werribee is $25,688, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,688 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $494, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 4,753 business establishments.

Income: Werribee vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,688
66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,688
Avg Weekly Wage$494

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)4,753

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Werribee is $186,000, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $930 (20% below the national average of $1,163). 65.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 20,011 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,000
34% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$930
20% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.7%
Owner-Occupied65.7%
Renter-Occupied34.3%
Housing Units20,011

Property Tax

Climate in Werribee

Werribee has an average annual temperature of 14.9°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.4°C), the coldest is Jul (9.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 481 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.4°C / 69°F 14.6° / 26.1° 43.7
Feb 20.4°C / 69°F 14.8° / 25.9° 38.2
Mar 18.4°C / 65°F 12.8° / 23.9° 29.3
Apr 15.2°C / 59°F 9.9° / 20.5° 38.7
May 12.6°C / 55°F 8.1° / 17.1° 35.6
Jun 10.4°C / 51°F 6.2° / 14.5° 38.9
Jul 9.8°C / 50°F 5.6° / 14.1° 31.6
Aug 10.5°C / 51°F 5.8° / 15.2° 38.3
Sep 12.2°C / 54°F 7.1° / 17.4° 42.3
Oct 14.2°C / 58°F 8.6° / 19.8° 43.6
Nov 16.5°C / 62°F 10.8° / 22.1° 54.8
Dec 18.4°C / 65°F 12.5° / 24.3° 45.9
Werribee enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 25.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area4,706.6 sq mi (12,190.0 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates-37.9000°N, 144.6667°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.9"
32% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.36"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 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 M5.2 142 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 147 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 132 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 138 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 119 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 117 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 132 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 117 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 135 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 137 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 43 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 115 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 63 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 89 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 145 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 95 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 138 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 144 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 149 km
Jul 5, 2011 6 km ENE of Korumburra, Australia M3.3 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (191 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 1.9 in
February 69°F (20°C) 1.6 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in Driest
April 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in
May 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
June 51°F (10°C) 1.6 in Coldest
July 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
August 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in Wettest
November 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
December 65°F (18°C) 2.0 in

Werribee has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 51°F in June to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.4") and March the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Werribee

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Andrew's Primary School - - - -
Wyndham Park Primary School - - - -
Werribee Secondary College - - - -
Wyndham Central Secondary College - - - -
Werribee Primary School - - - -
Corpus Christi Primary School - - - -
Bethany Catholic Primary School - - - -
Westgrove Primary School - - - -
MacKillop College Werribee - - - -
Riverwalk Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Werribee

24 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Classic Rock classic rock AAC 130 kbps
Triple M Melbourne 80s, rock AAC+ 33 kbps
3AW 693 Melbourne, VIC, Australia Talk AM 693 news, news talk MP3 48 kbps
3RRR Melbourne - AAC
全澳华语广播华厦之声 am1629 AAC+ 64 kbps
PBS FM - Melbourne - 106.7 FM (48kHz, 192kbps AAC-LC) australian music, community radio AAC 192 kbps
ABC Radio Australia 20220701 current affairs, news AAC 94 kbps
ABC Jazz 20220701 blues, jazz AAC 238 kbps
Triple R 102.7FM community radio, independent AAC
The Buzzz - MP3 192 kbps
ASP Radio 70s 80s 90s music MP3 128 kbps
Smooth Sailing Radio rnb, soul AAC+ 192 kbps
Southern FM Melbourne Australia - MP3 320 kbps
3MBS - Melbourne, 103.5 MHz FM classical MP3 128 kbps
TheLight Christmas - AAC+ 64 kbps
IMC Country Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Radio PVS jazz, rock AAC+ 192 kbps
K Rock Geelong 95.5 - AAC+ 64 kbps
UltraCool Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Ananda Marga Kiirtan kiirtan, mantra MP3
Surf FM 87.6 - MP3 32 kbps
The Light Worship christian, melbourne AAC+ 64 kbps
Golden Days Radio gold, golden oldies AAC 128 kbps
JOY 94.9 Out Loud Proud - AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Werribee

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Australian Gliding Museum
B-24 Liberator Museum
Broadmeadows Museum
HMAS Castlemaine
HMAS Castlemaine
HMAS Castlemaine
HMAS Castlemaine
Newport Railway Museum
Newport Railway Museum
Polish Museum and Archives in Australia
Polish Museum and Archives in Australia
RAAF Museum
Scienceworks
Scienceworks
St. John Ambulance Museum
St. John Ambulance Museum
The Pumping Station
The Pumping Station

Libraries in Werribee

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Altona Library0.0
Altona Meadows Library0.0
Altona North Community Library0.0
Ascot Vale Library0.0
Avondale Heights Library and Learning Centre0.0
Brimbank Libraries Deer Park Branch0.0
Brimbank Library0.0
Caroline Springs Library0.0
Footscray Library0.0
Footscray Mechanics' Institute Library0.0
Gladstone Park Library0.0
J.A. Gilruth Library0.0
Julia Gillard Library0.0
Keilor Village Library0.0
Knowledge Resource Centre0.0
Lerderderg Library0.0
Library0.0
Little library0.0
Maribyrnong Library0.0
Melton Library & Learning Hub0.0
Newport Library0.0
Point Cook Library0.0
St Albans Library0.0
Sunshine Library0.0
Tullamarine Library0.0
West Footscray Library0.0
Williamstown Library0.0
Wyndham Library Service - Manor Lakes Branch0.0
Wyndham Library Service - Werribee Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Werribee

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lakes Fresh Food Market
Regional Farmers Markets
Regional Farmers Markets
Spotswood Slow Food Market
Spotswood Slow Food Market

Hotels in Werribee

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Inn
Mansion Hotel & Spa at Werribee Park
Racecourse Hotel

Restaurants in Werribee

10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mama Lor Restaurant & Bakery
Nando's
Pans On Fire
Pho Craving
Pizza Hut
Salsa Mexican Restaurant
Silver Chopsticks
South Corner Cafe
Tastygate
Truck Stop Deluxe

Cafes in Werribee

11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Black Seed Cafe
Cafe B2B
Chatterbox Cafe
Lokal Cafe 3030
Meercat Bistro
The Garden Feast Cafe
The Social Sutra
Tjays Cafe
Tuckers
Waterhole Cafe
Wolf on Watton

Theatres in Werribee

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wyndham Cultural Centre

Monuments in Werribee

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Werribee Cemetery Mouselium

Zoos in Werribee

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Werribee Open Range Zoo

Clinics in Werribee

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Werribee Health Care

Dentists in Werribee

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

lentini dental

Veterinaries in Werribee

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Greencross Vets
Wyndham Veterinary Clinic

Train Stations in Werribee

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Werribee

Bus Stations in Werribee

3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Premium Safari Experiences
Safari Station
Werribee Station railbus area

Gas Stations in Werribee

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
7-Eleven
7-Eleven
Shell
UGO Self Serve

Shopping Malls in Werribee

2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Olde Dairy Plaza
Werribee Village Shopping Centre

Golf Courses in Werribee

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Werribee Golf Club

Breweries in Werribee

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bellarine Estate
Hop Nation

Stadiums & Teams in Werribee

TeamLeagueDivision
Flemington Grandstand
Main Arena
Victoria University Community Sports Stadium
Whitten Oval

Airports Near Werribee

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne AirportMELLarge Airport
Melbourne Avalon International AirportAVVLarge Airport
Melbourne Essendon AirportMEBMedium Airport
Melbourne Moorabbin AirportMBWMedium Airport
Arkells Airfield-Small Airport
Bacchus Marsh Airport-Small Airport
Barwon Heads Airport-Small Airport
Bellbrae private airstrip-Small Airport
Blue Tongue Airfield-Small Airport
Ceres Airport-Small Airport
Coldstream Airport-Small Airport
Drysdale Airstrip-Small Airport
Emu Creek Airfield-Small Airport
Fiskville Airport-Small Airport
Flying Circus Airfield-Small Airport
Gnarwarre Airstrip-Small Airport
Kyneton Airport-Small Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstrip-Small Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstrip no.2-Small Airport
Legate Airfield-Small Airport
Lethbridge Airpark-Small Airport
Lilydale Airport-Small Airport
Ling Lake Airfield-Small Airport
Lovely Banks Airport-Small Airport
Marshall Airfield-Small Airport
Melton Airport-Small Airport
RAAF Williams, Point Cook Base-Small Airport
Riddell Airport-Small Airport
Rochford Airstrip-Small Airport
Romsey Airport-Small Airport
Rothwell Airfield-Small Airport
Smeaton airfield private-Small Airport
St Leonards Airfield-Small Airport
Sunbury (Penfield) Airfield-Small Airport
Sunbury East Airport-Small Airport
The Boreen Airstrip-Small Airport
Torquay Airport-Small Airport
Tyabb Airport-Small Airport
Valken Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Wooloomanata Airfield-Small Airport
Yeaburn Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Werribee

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

Treatment Centers in Werribee

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
4Cyte Pathology Footscray
Ageless Skin & Laser Clinic
Casualty
Dr Bach's Medical Clinic
Edgewater Medical Centre
Mandalay
Military Road Medical Centre
Millenium Medical
Pain Stoppers
Radiology Imaging Solutions
Yarraville Medical Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Werribee

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Plymouth Brethren Christian Church
reSOUL Church
Seventh-day Adventist Church
St Andrew's Catholic Church
St Andrew's Catholic Church
Werribee Church of Christ

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Melbourne

Things to See Near Werribee

18 places within 15 km

🏖️ Beaches (6)
  • • Altona Beach
  • • Northern Beach
  • • Southern Beach
  • • Werribee Sewer Farm South
  • • Werribee South
  • + 1 more
🕳️ Caves (1)
  • • Itinerants Cave
🖼️ Galleries (1)
  • • Wyndham Art Gallery
⛰️ Peaks (7)
  • • Cowie Hill
  • • George Hill
  • • Greek Hill
  • • Hoppers Hill
  • • James Hill
  • + 2 more
🏛️ Ruins (2)
  • • Leakes Wine Cellars
  • • Werribee Manor Ruins
🌄 Viewpoints (1)
  • • Bungies Hole Landing

🇦🇺 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 Werribee

What is the population of Werribee?

Werribee has a population of 50,027 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Werribee expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,688, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $186,000 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Werribee?

Werribee enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches.

How is the job market in Werribee?

The unemployment rate in Werribee is 6.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $494. There are 4,753 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Werribee?

The median home value in Werribee is $186,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $930. The homeownership rate is 65.7%.

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