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Mount Duneed

VIC 3217 • Rest of VIC

6,182
Population (2021)
$118,248
Median Household Income
50.92 km²
Area
$446/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbFamily-FriendlyNew DevelopmentSuburbanMid-Range

About Mount Duneed

Mount Duneed is a rapidly expanding Major Urban locality within the City of Greater Geelong, situated approximately 10 kilometres south of Geelong's CBD and around 90 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. With a population of 6,182, it is one of Geelong's fastest-growing corridors, attracting young families and first-home buyers to new housing estates and relatively affordable land. The suburb's median household income of around $118,000 per year reflects a young, working-age population, with a median age of just 32 and an average household size of 2.8 persons.

Mount Duneed sits within the Armstrong Creek urban growth corridor, an area undergoing significant development with new schools, parks, and emerging retail precincts taking shape. Residents enjoy easy access to Geelong's amenities via the Geelong Ring Road, with Melbourne reachable in just over an hour. The suburb's broad 50 square kilometre footprint encompasses both established pockets and newer estates, making it popular with growing families and young professionals seeking space and value on Geelong's southern fringe.

Mount Duneed falls under postcode 3217 and is governed by Greater Geelong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Barwon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3217
Urban Area
Geelong - Queenscliff
LGA / Council
Greater Geelong
Federal Electorate
Corangamite
State Electorate
South Barwon (Western Victoria)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.25°, 144.30°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
50.92 km²
Elevation
48m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$710K
60 sales · ▲ 0.7% 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)
$446
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,983
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
32 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Marshall
4 km
N/A
South Geelong
8 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited Geelong bus routes — Geelong CBD and surrounding suburbs 20-30 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
85 km
By Train
Approx 75 min from Geelong station (via Marshall, Geelong Line to Southern Cross)
By Car (Peak)
65-85 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-70 min

🛣️ Princes Freeway (M1) provides road access. Marshall station is the most practical rail option for the area.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A new development suburb with limited established infrastructure; car is essential for all daily needs currently.

🛒 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 Mount Duneed. 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
1,578
Census 2021
6,182
▲ 291.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$43,160
Personal Income 2021
$53,508
▲ 24.0% 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
$53,508 / yr
$1029/wk
Household
$118,248 / yr
$2274/wk
Family
$126,880 / yr
$2440/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,726
Born Overseas 1,199

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 250
  • 2. England 174
  • 3. New Zealand 95
  • 4. China 60
  • 5. Philippines 47
  • 6. South Africa 46
  • 7. Scotland 30
  • 8. Pakistan 27
  • 9. Sri Lanka 24
  • 10. Netherlands 21

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,292
Australian 2,203
Irish 724
Scottish 655
German 273
Italian 265
Indian 246
Dutch 160
Chinese 155
Filipino 72

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,586
Both parents born in Australia
1,621
Both parents born overseas
714
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.7%
Christianity
38.5%
Hinduism
2.4%
Sikhism
2.2%
Islam
1.7%
Buddhism
1.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
585 (9.5%)
5-14 years
917 (14.8%)
15-19 years
295 (4.8%)
20-24 years
425 (6.9%)
25-34 years
1,236 (20.0%)
35-44 years
1,028 (16.6%)
45-54 years
637 (10.3%)
55-64 years
498 (8.1%)
65-74 years
407 (6.6%)
75-84 years
136 (2.2%)
85+ years
19 (0.3%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Duneed known for? +

Mount Duneed is known as one of Geelong's fastest-growing residential growth suburbs, with modern housing estates rapidly developing on former farmland south of Geelong. Its proximity to the Surf Coast and Geelong Airport adds to its appeal.

How far is Mount Duneed from Geelong CBD? +

Mount Duneed is approximately 10 kilometres south of Geelong CBD, around a 15-20 minute drive. Melbourne is approximately 85 kilometres away via the Princes Freeway.

Does Mount Duneed have public transport? +

Mount Duneed has developing public transport, with buses connecting to nearby stations. Marshall station on the Geelong Line, approximately 4 kilometres away, provides train services to Geelong and Melbourne. Bus services are improving as the suburb grows.

What is the population of Mount Duneed? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Duneed has a population of approximately 6,182 residents, growing rapidly as housing development continues on Geelong's southern fringe.

Is Mount Duneed a good place to live? +

Mount Duneed is ideal for families seeking affordable new housing south of Geelong, with good freeway access to Melbourne and proximity to Torquay and the Surf Coast. As infrastructure matures, the suburb is becoming increasingly self-sufficient.

What is the postcode for Mount Duneed? +

The postcode for Mount Duneed is 3217.

What is the average income in Mount Duneed? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Mount Duneed is about $1,029 per week (around $53,500 per year). The median household income is $2,274 per week and the median family income is $2,440 per week.

What is the median house price in Mount Duneed? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $710,000, up 0.7% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Mount Duneed? +

The median age in Mount Duneed is 32. The largest age group is 25–34 (1,236 residents, around 20%). Around 29% of residents are under 20 and about 9% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Mount Duneed a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Duneed 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 Mount Duneed? +

In Mount Duneed, the median weekly rent is $446, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,983 (2021 Census).