Drysdale.

Drysdale is a thriving community at the heart of the Bellarine Peninsula, offering a blend of country charm and modern convenience.

The town features a well-established shopping precinct, schools, sporting facilities, and easy access to Geelong. Popular attractions include the Bellarine Railway heritage steam train, the Drysdale Market and the historic Old Courthouse Museum. Surrounded by wineries, boutique farms and scenic bay views, Drysdale continues to attract families, retirees and visitors seeking a relaxed lifestyle close to the coast.

The size of Drysdale is approximately 40.1 square kilometres. There are 13 parks, covering nearly 2.0% of the total area. The population of Drysdale in 2016 was 4275 people. By 2021 the population was 4976 showing a population growth of 16.4% in the area during that time.