Rye
City in Victoria, Australia
Overview
Rye is a picturesque coastal town on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula, renowned for its pristine beaches, lively summer atmosphere, and easygoing local charm. With a blend of relaxed bayside living and abundant recreational activities, Rye attracts families, retirees, and holidaymakers alike.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Victoria
Population
9,438
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-38.39°, 144.81°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
100
Monthly Cost
$2,680
Local Cost
$1,770
Local Income
$2,950
Cashless
85
English
100
Temperature
15.0°C
Summer Avg
17.9°C
Winter Avg
11.8°C
Record High
36.0°C
Record Low
6.2°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
739 mm
Internet Speed
38 Mbps
Upload
6 Mbps
Latency
16 ms
City Vibrancy
12
Coworking
0
Cafes
7
Nightlife
2
Parks
3
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
3.0
Airport
AVV
Distance
49 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 4 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.