Somerville

Somerville spans 38 square kilometers within Victoria's Mornington Peninsula region, featuring residential neighborhoods and commercial areas surrounded by agricultural lands.

The township established its first post office in 1870 and received railway connection in 1889, marking its growth from an agricultural settlement to a regional center.

The district maintains strong connections to food production through local markets, community events, and the presence of major agricultural facilities like the Inghams poultry factory.

Three primary schools and one secondary college serve the educational needs of 11,767 residents, with additional shopping facilities including Woolworths, Coles, and Target stores.

Chiefs Son Distillery operates within Somerville's industrial area, contributing to the Mornington Peninsula's Beer, Cider, and Spirits Trail with traditional spirit production methods.

Location: Shire of Mornington Peninsula

Website: https://www.mornpen.vic.gov.au/

Website: https://mornpen.vic.gov.au

GPS coordinates: -38.22540,145.17367

Latest update: April 8, 2025 20:21