[2] The Post Office opened on 15 May 1916 as Duncans Road, was renamed Werribee South in 1926 and closed in 1973.

The locality is almost conterminous with the Werribee Irrigation District,[4] home to around 150 vegetable farms producing lettuce, broccoli, cauliflower, fennel, and artichoke.

[5] The district receives its irrigation supply from the Werribee River, as well as recycled water, which was first provided in 2007.

A sports oval (primarily used for Australian rules football), playgrounds, community services, and food facilities can be found along the beach of Werribee South, at the main population hub of the area.

The area is popular with recreational fishers, and developments include a boat launch and a marina.