Rhyll
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Rhyll, VIC 3923.
About Rhyll
Welcome to Rhyll
Rhyll sits on the eastern side of Phillip Island, roughly two hours' drive south-east of Melbourne's CBD, looking out over Western Port and the mangrove-fringed inlet that gives the village much of its character. It's a small, quiet settlement built around a jetty, a general store and not much else in the way of bustle, which is precisely the appeal for the people who choose to live here.
With a population of just 836 and a median age of 60, Rhyll is very much a mature, low-key community rather than a growth suburb. It suits retirees, sea-changers and holiday-home owners who want genuine coastal calm, with the rest of Phillip Island's beaches, surf breaks and tourist activity only a short drive away in Surf Beach, Smiths Beach, Sunset Strip and Silverleaves.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Rhyll revolves around the water. The jetty is the social and visual anchor of the village, popular for fishing, crabbing and simply watching the sun go down over Western Port, while the adjoining Rhyll Inlet and its wetlands draw birdwatchers and walkers rather than crowds. The pace is deliberately unhurried, and dining options within the village itself are limited to a handful of local spots, so most residents treat a trip to nearby Cowes or Newhaven as the norm for a bigger night out, a supermarket run or a wider choice of cafes and restaurants.
Getting around
Rhyll has no train line, so a car is essential for daily life. The village connects to the rest of Phillip Island via local roads that link to Cowes, Newhaven and the bridge to San Remo and the Bass Highway, putting Melbourne within about a two-hour drive. Neighbouring pockets such as Sunderland Bay, Surf Beach and Smiths Beach are all a short drive away, and locals typically factor in that trip for shopping, schooling and medical appointments rather than expecting to find everything on their doorstep.
Schools & families
Rhyll's demographic skews older, and with a median age of 60 it isn't a suburb built around young families, but Newhaven College nearby gives local children access to a well-regarded independent school option without having to leave the island. Families who do settle here tend to be drawn by the lifestyle and space rather than proximity to a school gate, with the wider Phillip Island community picking up the slack for sport, childcare and other family services.
Parks & recreation
The Rhyll wetlands and foreshore reserve are the standout natural assets, offering walking tracks, birdlife and views across the inlet, and they connect into the broader network of coastal reserves that runs along this side of the island through Sunderland Bay and Sunset Strip. Boating and fishing from the jetty are a genuine local pastime, and the calmer, sheltered waters of Western Port make Rhyll a gentler alternative to the surf beaches on the island's ocean side.
Housing & architecture
Current listings in Rhyll show a mix dominated by houses, which make up 54% of stock, alongside a notable 38% share of land, reflecting the number of vacant blocks still available in and around the village. Townhouses and apartments or units each account for a modest 4% of listings, underlining that this is overwhelmingly a suburb of standalone homes and holiday houses rather than higher-density living.
The property market
Rhyll's property market is small and holiday-oriented, shaped by its tiny population and the mix of permanent residents and weekenders typical of Phillip Island. The strong presence of land listings alongside established houses points to an ongoing trickle of new building in the village, giving buyers a genuine choice between an existing cottage-style home and a blank canvas block. With apartments and townhouses barely represented, anyone looking for medium-density living will need to look to larger centres like Cowes, while Rhyll itself remains firmly a house-and-land market for those wanting a low-key coastal base.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Rhyll, VIC 3923.
Population
836
residents (2021)
Median age
60
years
Household income
$1,254
median, per week
Median rent
$320
per week
Median mortgage
$1,606
per month
Mortgage / income
30%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Rhyll
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Rhyll
$749k
15 Franklyn Street
Sold ~July 2026
$295k
41 Rhyll Newhaven Road
Sold ~July 2026
$920k
3 Reid Street
Sold ~July 2026
$775k
4A Zelma Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$690k
24 Franklyn Street
Sold ~June 2026
$690k
37 Rhyll-Newhaven Road
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Rhyll suburb FAQ
Is Rhyll a good place to live?
Rhyll is a small fishing town on Phillip Island in Victoria, Australia. Rhyll is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 836 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Rhyll?
Rhyll has a population of 836 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 60.
What schools are in Rhyll?
There is 1 school in or near Rhyll, including Newhaven College.
What suburbs are near Rhyll?
Suburbs near Rhyll include Surf Beach, Sunderland Bay, Sunset Strip, Smiths Beach and Silverleaves.
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