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Newcomb

VIC 3219 • Rest of VIC

4,704
Population (2021)
$59,696
Median Household Income
3.59 km²
Area
$320/wk
Median Rent
AffordableEstablished SuburbShopping AccessFamily-Friendly

About Newcomb

Newcomb is an established residential suburb of Geelong, located just 3 kilometres from the CBD on the city's eastern fringe. With a population of around 4,700, this mid-20th century suburb offers affordable housing close to Corio Bay and excellent amenities. The suburb developed primarily post-war and features a mix of modest family homes, many on larger blocks that are now being subdivided for higher-density development.

Daily life in Newcomb is convenient and community-focused. Two shopping centres—Newcomb Central and Bellarine Village—provide comprehensive retail including supermarkets and services. The suburb has strong local sporting culture, with an Australian Rules football team in the Bellarine Football League. Newcomb attracts first-home buyers, young families, and downsizers seeking affordable Geelong living with easy access to the CBD, beaches on the Bellarine Peninsula, and Melbourne via the Geelong Line.

Newcomb falls under postcode 3219 and is governed by Greater Geelong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Geelong (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3219
Urban Area
Geelong - Queenscliff
LGA / Council
Greater Geelong
Federal Electorate
Corio
State Electorate
Geelong (Western Victoria)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.16°, 144.40°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
3.59 km²
Elevation
6m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$568K
22 sales · ▲ 2.1% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$458K
9 sales · ▲ 9.3% 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)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,400
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
40 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.4%

42 state housing + 30 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Geelong
4 km
N/A - bus connection
South Geelong
4.5 km
N/A - bus connection

Bus Services

  • Routes 30, 31 — Geelong CBD, Whittington 10-15 min to CBD
  • Routes 60, 61 — Bellarine Peninsula towns, Geelong CBD 15 min to CBD

Commute to Geelong CBD

Distance
3 km
By Train
Bus to Geelong Station (10-15 min)
By Bus
10-15 min direct
By Car (Peak)
10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5-8 min

🛣️ Easy access to Bellarine Highway for peninsula towns

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Shopping centres walkable from most areas; good local amenities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    27-41 Bellarine Highway Newcomb 3219 VIC

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Greater Geelong Local Government Area, which contains Newcomb. 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
4,500
Census 2021
4,704
▲ 4.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$26,104
Personal Income 2021
$34,944
▲ 33.9% 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
$34,944 / yr
$672/wk
Household
$59,696 / yr
$1148/wk
Family
$77,272 / yr
$1486/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,635
Born Overseas 747

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 126
  • 2. India 89
  • 3. New Zealand 40
  • 4. Italy 39
  • 5. Philippines 33
  • 6. Netherlands 32
  • 7. Scotland 26
  • 8. Germany 24
  • 9. China 19
  • 10. Sri Lanka 19

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,877
Australian 1,685
Irish 599
Scottish 541
Italian 249
German 231
Dutch 149
Australian Aboriginal 90
Indian 67
Chinese 53

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,829
Both parents born in Australia
1,012
Both parents born overseas
523
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.7%
Christianity
39.9%
Hinduism
1.8%
Islam
1.3%
Buddhism
0.8%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
230 (4.9%)
5-14 years
403 (8.6%)
15-19 years
192 (4.1%)
20-24 years
359 (7.6%)
25-34 years
841 (17.9%)
35-44 years
546 (11.6%)
45-54 years
512 (10.9%)
55-64 years
587 (12.5%)
65-74 years
489 (10.4%)
75-84 years
375 (8.0%)
85+ years
158 (3.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Newcomb known for? +

Newcomb is known as one of Geelong's most accessible and affordable suburbs, sitting just 3 kilometres from the city centre with a local shopping strip and easy access to Geelong's Eastern Beach foreshore and city amenities.

How far is Newcomb from Geelong CBD? +

Newcomb is approximately 3 kilometres from Geelong CBD, around a 5-8 minute drive. Melbourne is approximately 75 kilometres away via the Princes Freeway.

Does Newcomb have public transport? +

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

What is the population of Newcomb? +

According to the 2021 Census, Newcomb has a population of approximately 4,704 residents, a diverse suburb with a multicultural demographic typical of Geelong's eastern suburbs.

Is Newcomb a good place to live? +

Newcomb offers excellent value for money just minutes from Geelong's city centre, with local shopping, good bus connections, and easy access to the bay foreshore. It suits first-home buyers and families seeking affordability within Geelong's inner ring.

What is the postcode for Newcomb? +

The postcode for Newcomb is 3219.

What is the average income in Newcomb? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Newcomb is about $672 per week (around $34,900 per year). The median household income is $1,148 per week and the median family income is $1,486 per week.

What is the median house price in Newcomb? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $567,500, up 2.1% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $458,000, up 9.3% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Newcomb? +

The median age in Newcomb is 40. The largest age group is 25–34 (841 residents, around 18%). Around 18% of residents are under 20 and about 22% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Newcomb a safe area? +

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

In Newcomb, the median weekly rent is $320, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,400 (2021 Census).