What is Lovely Banks known for?

Lovely Banks is known as a transitional suburb on Geelong's northern fringe, once a rural locality now undergoing residential development. It appeals to families and first-home buyers seeking affordable housing with larger blocks compared to established Geelong suburbs.

How far is Lovely Banks from Geelong CBD?

Lovely Banks is approximately 10-12 kilometres north of Geelong CBD, around a 15-20 minute drive. Melbourne is approximately 75 kilometres away via the Princes Freeway.

Does Lovely Banks have public transport?

Lovely Banks has limited public transport. Local bus routes provide connections to Geelong CBD and surrounding suburbs. The Geelong train station, accessible from neighbouring suburbs, provides Geelong Line services to Melbourne.

What is the population of Lovely Banks?

According to the 2021 Census, Lovely Banks has a population of approximately 2,782 residents, growing steadily as residential development continues on Geelong's northern fringe.

Is Lovely Banks a good place to live?

Lovely Banks suits families and first-home buyers seeking affordable housing in Geelong's growth corridor, with room to grow and proximity to Geelong's urban services. As infrastructure continues to improve, it is becoming increasingly practical for families.

What is the postcode for Lovely Banks?

The postcode for Lovely Banks is 3213.

What is the average income in Lovely Banks?

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Lovely Banks is about $798 per week (around $41,500 per year). The median household income is $1,991 per week and the median family income is $2,186 per week.

What is the median house price in Lovely Banks?

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $698,000, down 9.4% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Lovely Banks?

The median age in Lovely Banks is 37. The largest age group is 45–54 (429 residents, around 15%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 12% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Lovely Banks a safe area?

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lovely Banks is part of the Greater Geelong LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Lovely Banks?

In Lovely Banks, the median weekly rent is $350, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,747 (2021 Census).

Lovely Banks

VIC 3213 • Rest of VIC

2,782

Population (2021)

$103,532

Median Household Income

30.14 km²

Area

$350/wk

Median Rent

Growth SuburbAffordableSemi-RuralFamily-FriendlyNew Development

About Lovely Banks

Lovely Banks is a northern suburb of Geelong in the City of Greater Geelong, Victoria, located approximately 64 kilometres southwest of Melbourne. With a population of around 2,800, it was once primarily an agricultural and rural area but has been rapidly developing into a residential suburb. The area adjoins the established Geelong suburbs of Bell Park, Corio, and Norlane, sitting at an elevation of 80 metres across a spacious 30 square kilometres.

As a growth suburb on Geelong's northern fringe, Lovely Banks appeals to families and first-home buyers seeking affordable housing with larger blocks compared to established suburbs. The area offers a semi-rural lifestyle while maintaining access to Geelong's amenities, shopping centres, and services. New housing developments are steadily transforming the landscape, and residents benefit from proximity to the You Yangs Regional Park and the open spaces that give the suburb its charming character.

Lovely Banks falls under postcode 3213 and is governed by Greater Geelong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lara (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State

Victoria

Postcode

3213

Urban Area

Geelong - Queenscliff

LGA / Council

Greater Geelong

Federal Electorate

Corio

State Electorate

Lara (Western Victoria)

Type

Major Urban

Timezone

Melbourne (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-38.05°, 144.32°

Statistical Area

Rest of VIC

Area

30.14 km²

Elevation

80m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Lovely Banks for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House

$698K

5 sales · ▼ 9.4% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)

$350

Median Mortgage (monthly)

$1,747

Avg Household Size

2.9 people

Median Age

37 years

Social Housing (% of dwellings)

1.5%

7 state housing + 7 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

PTV bus services — Geelong CBD 10-30 min

Commute to Geelong CBD

Distance

12 km

By Train

V/Line train service to Melbourne CBD (~60 min from Geelong Station)

By Bus

25-35 min

By Car (Peak)

15-20 min

By Car (Off-Peak)

10-15 min

🛣️ Primarily car-dependent suburb. V/Line from Corio to Melbourne Southern Cross takes ~50 min. Geelong CBD accessible via Bacchus Marsh Road.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A developing outer suburb with limited walkable amenities. Most residents drive for shopping, schools, and commuting. New developments may improve local services over time.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Greater Geelong Local Government Area, which contains Lovely Banks. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)

357.1 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Down 56.6%

Motor vehicle theft

236.5 / 100k

2yr Up 57.4% 10yr Down 43.2%

Non-FV assault

291.6 / 100k

2yr Up 10.1% 10yr Up 20.2%

Robbery (unarmed)

1.4 / 100k

2yr Down 65.3% 10yr Down 53.8%

Steal from vehicle

772.7 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Down 42.4%

View all offence subgroups for Greater Geelong →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

2,301

Census 2021

2,782

▲ 20.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

$31,356

Personal Income 2021

$41,496

▲ 32.3% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal

$41,496 / yr

$798/wk

Household

$103,532 / yr

$1991/wk

Family

$113,672 / yr

$2186/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,020

Born Overseas 647

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

1. India 76
2. Croatia 50
3. England 46
4. Italy 38
5. North Macedonia 28
6. Bosnia & Herzegovina 23
7. New Zealand 23
8. Vietnam 22
9. Afghanistan 20
10. China 19
11. Germany 19
12. Iran 15
13. Myanmar 15
14. Thailand 15
15. Poland 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 760

English 685

Italian 267

Scottish 219

Irish 192

Croatian 187

Macedonian 121

German 105

Dutch 85

Indian 64

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,273

Both parents born in Australia

1,090

Both parents born overseas

311

One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity

52.1%

No Religion

31.6%

Islam

5.0%

Hinduism

1.9%

Buddhism

1.5%

Sikhism

1.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years

137 (4.9%)

5-14 years

350 (12.6%)

15-19 years

184 (6.6%)

20-24 years

250 (9.0%)

25-34 years

397 (14.3%)

35-44 years

300 (10.8%)

45-54 years

429 (15.4%)

55-64 years

406 (14.6%)

65-74 years

190 (6.8%)

75-84 years

119 (4.3%)

85+ years

29 (1.0%)