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Manifold Heights

VIC 3218 • Rest of VIC

2,681
Population (2021)
$94,640
Median Household Income
0.94 km²
Area
$310/wk
Median Rent
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About Manifold Heights

Manifold Heights is a sought-after residential suburb in Geelong, Victoria, located just 2.5 kilometres northwest of the Geelong CBD. With a population of around 2,700, this compact suburb covers less than one square kilometre and features charming tree-lined streets with character homes on gentle hillsides. Named after Manifolds' vineyards owned by prominent Western District pastoralists John and Peter Manifold, the suburb has been a residential area since the 1920s.

Residents enjoy excellent access to Geelong's amenities via Aberdeen Street, with the Geelong CBD, cafes, and shops within walking distance. The Peter Lowe Reserve provides green space with an oval and children's playground. Manifold Heights attracts families and professionals who appreciate its quiet streets, proximity to central Geelong, and easy access to both Melbourne via the Geelong Bypass and the Surf Coast for weekend getaways.

Manifold Heights falls under postcode 3218 and is governed by Greater Geelong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Geelong (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3218
Urban Area
Geelong - Queenscliff
LGA / Council
Greater Geelong
Federal Electorate
Corio
State Electorate
Geelong (Western Victoria)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.14°, 144.33°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
0.94 km²
Elevation
52m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$1.2M
13 sales · ▼ 8.8% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$455K
7 sales · ▼ 9% 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)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,990
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.8%

19 state housing + 11 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • PTV bus services — Geelong CBD 10-30 min

Commute to Geelong CBD

Distance
75 km
By Train
V/Line train service to Melbourne CBD (~60 min from Geelong Station)
By Car (Peak)
75-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-65 min

🛣️ Direct V/Line trains from Geelong Station; Geelong CBD 2.5km

Walkability Very Walkable

Local shops, parks and Geelong CBD easily accessible on foot

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Greater Geelong Local Government Area, which contains Manifold Heights. 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
2,649
Census 2021
2,681
▲ 1.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$38,636
Personal Income 2021
$51,168
▲ 32.4% 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
$51,168 / yr
$984/wk
Household
$94,640 / yr
$1820/wk
Family
$129,220 / yr
$2485/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,256
Born Overseas 355

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 58
  • 2. India 45
  • 3. New Zealand 24
  • 4. Italy 20
  • 5. Nepal 15
  • 6. Germany 14
  • 7. Netherlands 12
  • 8. Philippines 12
  • 9. Egypt 11
  • 10. Pakistan 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,041
Australian 943
Irish 455
Scottish 350
Italian 165
German 133
Dutch 86
Croatian 54
Indian 50
Macedonian 40

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,752
Both parents born in Australia
530
Both parents born overseas
311
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.2%
No Religion
40.1%
Hinduism
1.9%
Islam
1.3%
Buddhism
0.5%
Sikhism
0.5%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
164 (6.1%)
5-14 years
406 (15.1%)
15-19 years
149 (5.6%)
20-24 years
128 (4.8%)
25-34 years
338 (12.6%)
35-44 years
397 (14.8%)
45-54 years
351 (13.1%)
55-64 years
355 (13.2%)
65-74 years
235 (8.8%)
75-84 years
115 (4.3%)
85+ years
44 (1.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Manifold Heights known for? +

Manifold Heights is known as one of Geelong's most prestigious and tightly-held suburbs, with wide, leafy streets, quality period homes, and an elevated position offering views across the city. It is consistently popular with established families.

How far is Manifold Heights from Geelong CBD? +

Manifold Heights is approximately 2.5 kilometres north-west of Geelong CBD, around a 5-10 minute drive. Melbourne is approximately 75 kilometres away via the Princes Freeway.

Does Manifold Heights have public transport? +

Manifold Heights is served by local Geelong bus routes connecting to Geelong CBD and station. Geelong station provides regular V/Line Geelong Line services to Melbourne Southern Cross in approximately 1 hour.

What is the population of Manifold Heights? +

According to the 2021 Census, Manifold Heights has a population of approximately 2,681 residents, a small, tightly held, high-income community in Greater Geelong.

Is Manifold Heights a good place to live? +

Manifold Heights is one of Geelong's premier addresses, offering heritage character, leafy streetscapes, and proximity to Geelong CBD and Kardinia Park. It suits affluent families and professionals who value an established, prestigious suburb in Victoria's second city.

What is the postcode for Manifold Heights? +

The postcode for Manifold Heights is 3218.

What is the average income in Manifold Heights? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Manifold Heights is about $984 per week (around $51,200 per year). The median household income is $1,820 per week and the median family income is $2,485 per week.

What is the median house price in Manifold Heights? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $1,200,000, down 8.8% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $455,000, down 9% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Manifold Heights? +

The median age in Manifold Heights is 39. The largest age group is 5–14 (406 residents, around 15%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Manifold Heights a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Manifold Heights 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 Manifold Heights? +

In Manifold Heights, the median weekly rent is $310, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,990 (2021 Census).