Patterson Lakes, Victoria — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Patterson Lakes, in the Kingston City local government area.
| Locality | Patterson Lakes |
| State | Victoria (VIC) |
| Local Government Area | Kingston City |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -38.06759 |
| Longitude | 145.14628 |
| Population | 7,793 |
| Density | 1825.1 /km² |
| Area | 4.3 km² |
| Elevation | 6 m |
| Postcode | 3197 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Melbourne | 32 km south-southeast |
Patterson Lakes is a locality in the Kingston City local government area of Victoria, Australia. It has a population of approximately 7,793. The locality covers an area of 4.3 km², giving a population density of about 1825.1 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 6 m above sea level. It lies approximately 32 km south-southeast of Melbourne. Patterson Lakes is located at 38.0676°S, 145.1463°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 3197.
Patterson Lakes unfolds as a tapestry of waterways, a suburban embrace of the bay's edge where the land surrenders itself to the gentle lapping of water. It lies 4.2 km north-west of Carrum Downs, VIC (from Carrum Downs, VIC: bearing 322°T), and is situated 9.3 km north of Frankston. Here, the streets are often bordered by the glint of sunlight on canals, reflecting the vibrant blues of the sky and the softer greens of manicured lawns. The air, especially in the early morning, carries a subtle salinity, a whisper from the nearby Port Phillip Bay, mingling with the scent of blooming hibiscus and the distant hum of boat engines. The character of Patterson Lakes is one of fluid boundaries, where the domestic realm spills into the aquatic, and the rhythm of life is dictated by the tides and the changing hues of the coastal light.
The genesis of Patterson Lakes is intrinsically linked to its maritime character, a planned community designed around a network of artificial canals and a prominent harbour that serves as its beating heart. This locale, once part of a broader pastoral landscape, was transformed in the latter half of the 20th century into a sought-after residential and boating precinct. The local economy thrives on its unique appeal, with a strong emphasis on marine services, hospitality catering to visitors and residents alike, and the retail that supports this distinctive lifestyle. The waterways themselves are more than just aesthetic features; they are the conduits of daily life, facilitating leisurely cruises, fishing expeditions, and providing a picturesque backdrop that draws people to this waterside haven.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Patterson Lakes, Victoria with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Patterson Lakes, in the Kingston City local government area.
Detailed location data for Patterson Lakes includes the postcode (3197), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Kingston City), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Patterson Lakes is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |