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St Albans Park

VIC 3219 • Rest of VIC

4,942
Population (2021)
$68,484
Median Household Income
3.18 km²
Area
$330/wk
Median Rent
EstablishedSuburbanQuietAffordableFamily-Friendly

About St Albans Park

St Albans Park is an established residential suburb on the eastern fringe of Geelong, within the City of Greater Geelong local government area. With a population of approximately 4,942 and a median age of 46, the suburb has a mature, settled character with a predominantly Anglo-Australian community of English, Irish, and Scottish heritage. Median household income of around $1,317 per week reflects a working and middle-class demographic typical of outer Geelong suburbs, with affordable housing keeping mortgage and rent costs well below metropolitan levels.

The suburb features a mix of older family homes and established streetscapes, with residents enjoying proximity to Geelong's growing network of amenities and services. Corio Bay and the Barwon River recreation areas are within easy reach, and major retail at Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre and Geelong's CBD is accessible by road. Local schools and strong community ties — including an active Catholic and Anglican presence — give St Albans Park a quiet, neighbourly feel suited to families and retirees alike.

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

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📍 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
-38.19°, 144.39°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
3.18 km²
Elevation
13m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$651K
20 sales · ▲ 8.5% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$497K
4 sales · ▲ 4.5% 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)
$330
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,400
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
46 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.4%

32 state housing + 56 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Marshall
3 km
N/A
South Geelong
5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Route 5, 6 — Geelong CBD and Marshall station 15-25 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

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

🛣️ Princes Freeway provides road access. Marshall station is the most convenient rail option.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Bus services to train stations; most major shopping requires a car or bus to Geelong CBD.

🛒 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 St Albans Park. 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
4,843
Census 2021
4,942
▲ 2.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$30,004
Personal Income 2021
$33,852
▲ 12.8% 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
$33,852 / yr
$651/wk
Household
$68,484 / yr
$1317/wk
Family
$88,712 / yr
$1706/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,171
Born Overseas 587

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 161
  • 2. India 43
  • 3. New Zealand 37
  • 4. Scotland 30
  • 5. Philippines 28
  • 6. Netherlands 27
  • 7. Germany 25
  • 8. Italy 25
  • 9. China 16
  • 10. South Africa 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,146
Australian 2,051
Irish 602
Scottish 580
Italian 252
German 219
Dutch 156
Australian Aboriginal 58
Polish 44
Chinese 43

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,292
Both parents born in Australia
850
Both parents born overseas
579
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.2%
Christianity
45.1%
Buddhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.5%
Sikhism
0.4%
Islam
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
221 (4.5%)
5-14 years
477 (9.7%)
15-19 years
300 (6.1%)
20-24 years
293 (5.9%)
25-34 years
618 (12.5%)
35-44 years
481 (9.7%)
45-54 years
675 (13.7%)
55-64 years
687 (13.9%)
65-74 years
627 (12.7%)
75-84 years
392 (7.9%)
85+ years
175 (3.5%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is St Albans Park known for? +

St Albans Park is a quiet, established suburb on the eastern fringe of Geelong, offering affordable family housing with a community-oriented character. The nearby Eastern Beach foreshore and Geelong Botanic Gardens are accessible within a short drive.

How far is St Albans Park from Geelong CBD? +

St Albans Park is approximately 5-7 kilometres east of Geelong CBD, around a 10-15 minute drive. Melbourne is approximately 75 kilometres north via the Princes Freeway.

Does St Albans Park have public transport? +

St Albans Park is served by bus routes connecting to Marshall station (approximately 3 km) and Geelong station on the Geelong Line, providing train services to Melbourne Southern Cross.

What is the population of St Albans Park? +

According to the 2021 Census, St Albans Park has a population of approximately 4,942 residents, an established suburb in Greater Geelong.

Is St Albans Park a good place to live? +

St Albans Park offers affordable housing in Greater Geelong with bus access to train stations and Geelong CBD. It suits families and first-home buyers seeking value in Geelong's eastern suburbs.

What is the postcode for St Albans Park? +

The postcode for St Albans Park is 3219.

What is the average income in St Albans Park? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in St Albans Park is about $651 per week (around $33,900 per year). The median household income is $1,317 per week and the median family income is $1,706 per week.

What is the median house price in St Albans Park? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $651,300, up 8.5% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $496,500, up 4.5% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of St Albans Park? +

The median age in St Albans Park is 46. The largest age group is 55–64 (687 residents, around 14%). Around 20% of residents are under 20 and about 24% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is St Albans Park a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. St Albans Park 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 St Albans Park? +

In St Albans Park, the median weekly rent is $330, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,400 (2021 Census).