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North Geelong

VIC 3215 • Rest of VIC

3,225
Population (2021)
$77,480
Median Household Income
4.89 km²
Area
$315/wk
Median Rent
EstablishedSuburbanMulticulturalAffordableCommuter Belt

About North Geelong

North Geelong is an established suburb in the northern part of Geelong, located approximately 75 kilometres south-west of Melbourne CBD within the City of Greater Geelong. The suburb covers 4.9 square kilometres and had a population of 3,225 at the 2021 Census, with a median age of 40 and a median household income of around $77,000 per year. North Geelong has a diverse demographic with a notably high proportion of elderly residents and multicultural communities including Croatian, Italian, and Indian populations, reflecting its history as a working-class industrial suburb that attracted successive waves of migrant settlement.

The suburb has a mixed residential and light industrial character, with proximity to the Geelong waterfront, Corio Bay foreshore, and the established amenities of central Geelong accessible within a short drive. North Geelong railway station provides regular V/Line services to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station in under an hour, making it a practical choice for commuters to Melbourne as well as those working locally in Geelong's industrial and manufacturing sectors. Affordable housing prices relative to coastal Geelong suburbs, combined with good rail access and proximity to Geelong's city centre, attract young families, first-home buyers, and retirees.

North Geelong falls under postcode 3215 and is governed by Greater Geelong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lara (Western Victoria) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3215
Urban Area
Geelong - Queenscliff
LGA / Council
Greater Geelong
Federal Electorate
Corio
State Electorate
Lara (Western Victoria)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.11°, 144.35°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
4.89 km²
Elevation
18m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$641K
20 sales · ▼ 9.7% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$498K
8 sales · ▲ 8.6% 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)
$315
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,625
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
40 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.6%

76 state housing + 0 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)
1 hr 10 min - 1 hr 40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 min - 1 hr 10 min

🛣️ Excellent V/Line rail connection to Melbourne; Princes Highway and Geelong Ring Road provide car access; Geelong CBD approximately 4 km away

Walkability Car-Dependent

Mixed residential and industrial area with limited walkable retail; a car or bus is needed for most shopping and services

🛒 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 North Geelong. 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
2,966
Census 2021
3,225
▲ 8.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$26,468
Personal Income 2021
$37,960
▲ 43.4% 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
$37,960 / yr
$730/wk
Household
$77,480 / yr
$1490/wk
Family
$106,080 / yr
$2040/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,207
Born Overseas 860

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 124
  • 2. Croatia 74
  • 3. England 62
  • 4. Italy 57
  • 5. Germany 33
  • 6. New Zealand 32
  • 7. Philippines 32
  • 8. China 31
  • 9. Netherlands 25
  • 10. Bosnia & Herzegovina 21

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 938
English 925
Irish 319
Scottish 277
Italian 200
Croatian 157
German 139
Indian 86
Dutch 79
Chinese 72

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,438
Both parents born in Australia
1,074
Both parents born overseas
370
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.2%
No Religion
39.7%
Hinduism
2.9%
Islam
2.0%
Sikhism
1.5%
Buddhism
0.9%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
181 (5.6%)
5-14 years
346 (10.7%)
15-19 years
135 (4.2%)
20-24 years
186 (5.8%)
25-34 years
534 (16.6%)
35-44 years
394 (12.2%)
45-54 years
386 (12.0%)
55-64 years
267 (8.3%)
65-74 years
299 (9.3%)
75-84 years
242 (7.5%)
85+ years
242 (7.5%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Geelong known for? +

North Geelong is known for its industrial heritage, multicultural community — particularly its Croatian, Italian, and Indian populations — and its convenient V/Line rail access to both Melbourne and Geelong's city centre. The suburb sits close to the Corio Bay foreshore and Geelong's northern industrial areas.

How far is North Geelong from Melbourne CBD? +

North Geelong is approximately 75 kilometres south-west of the Melbourne CBD. By V/Line train from North Geelong station, the journey to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station takes around 55 to 65 minutes. By car it typically takes 1 to 1.5 hours depending on traffic.

Does North Geelong have public transport? +

Yes — North Geelong has its own railway station with regular V/Line services to Melbourne Southern Cross and Geelong city centre. Local Geelong bus routes also serve the suburb, connecting residents to the Geelong CBD and surrounding areas.

What is the population of North Geelong? +

According to the 2021 Census, North Geelong has a population of 3,225 residents with a median age of 40. The suburb has a notably high proportion of elderly residents as well as significant Croatian, Italian, and Indian communities among its multicultural population.

Is North Geelong a good place to live? +

North Geelong offers affordable housing with good public transport access, making it attractive for commuters to both Geelong and Melbourne, as well as first-home buyers and retirees. Its proximity to the Geelong waterfront and city centre, combined with a strong multicultural community character, gives it an established neighbourhood feel.

What is the postcode for North Geelong? +

The postcode for North Geelong is 3215.

What is the average income in North Geelong? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in North Geelong is about $730 per week (around $38,000 per year). The median household income is $1,490 per week and the median family income is $2,040 per week.

What is the median house price in North Geelong? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $641,000, down 9.7% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $497,500, up 8.6% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of North Geelong? +

The median age in North Geelong is 40. The largest age group is 25–34 (534 residents, around 17%). Around 21% of residents are under 20 and about 24% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is North Geelong a safe area? +

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

In North Geelong, the median weekly rent is $315, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,625 (2021 Census).