News Serious gaps in planning for the future A review of the planning scheme lists dozens of projects that need to be started. by . Published February 21, 2023 Link copied! Copy failed! The estimated population for Bass Coast as of June 2021 was 40,641, which is nearly 3000 more than state government projections, with an additional 10,000 residents expected in the next 14 years, putting intense pressure on services. Updated September 05, 2025 6:05 am | 4 months ago Link copied! Copy failed!