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Waurn Ponds

VIC 3216 • Rest of VIC

4,956
Population (2021)
$118,872
Median Household Income
17.45 km²
Area
$430/wk
Median Rent
University TownGrowth SuburbFamily-FriendlyRegionalAffordable

About Waurn Ponds

Waurn Ponds is a growing southern suburb of Geelong, located approximately 10 kilometres from the Geelong CBD in Victoria's second-largest city. With a population nearing 5,000, this hillside suburb has transformed from rural farmland into a thriving residential area since the 1990s. The suburb is home to Deakin University's main Geelong campus, giving it a youthful, educated character alongside established family homes.

The Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre anchors retail activity, while Deakin University brings academic and sporting facilities to the area. Residents enjoy the Waurn Ponds Creek linear parkland for walking and cycling, plus easy access to the Surf Coast beaches just 20 minutes away. The suburb attracts university students, young families and professionals working in Geelong who appreciate spacious homes with modern amenities at more affordable prices than inner Geelong suburbs.

Waurn Ponds falls under postcode 3216 and is governed by Greater Geelong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Barwon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3216
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
-38.20°, 144.28°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
17.45 km²
Elevation
88m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$780K
14 sales · ▲ 2.6% 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)
$430
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,755
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
27 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.9%

7 state housing + 5 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • PTV bus services — Geelong CBD 10-30 min

Commute to Geelong CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
V/Line train service to Melbourne CBD (~60 min from Geelong Station)
By Bus
Not practical for CBD commute
By Car (Peak)
1h 15-1h 30 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-65 mins

🛣️ V/Line trains run frequently; Ring Road provides quick access to Melbourne

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car; local shops at Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    173-199 Pioneer Road Waurn Ponds 3216 VIC

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Greater Geelong Local Government Area, which contains Waurn Ponds. 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
5,046
Census 2021
4,956
▼ 1.8% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$27,040
Personal Income 2021
$33,384
▲ 23.5% 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
$33,384 / yr
$642/wk
Household
$118,872 / yr
$2286/wk
Family
$129,116 / yr
$2483/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,875
Born Overseas 892

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 197
  • 2. England 146
  • 3. China 67
  • 4. Sri Lanka 67
  • 5. New Zealand 40
  • 6. Philippines 34
  • 7. Scotland 27
  • 8. Malaysia 25
  • 9. Netherlands 17
  • 10. South Africa 16

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,888
Australian 1,882
Scottish 571
Irish 557
German 209
Indian 207
Italian 197
Dutch 167
Chinese 159
Filipino 58

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,018
Both parents born in Australia
1,142
Both parents born overseas
601
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
44.0%
Christianity
42.6%
Hinduism
3.2%
Buddhism
1.7%
Islam
1.1%
Sikhism
0.6%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
195 (3.9%)
5-14 years
606 (12.2%)
15-19 years
642 (13.0%)
20-24 years
816 (16.5%)
25-34 years
601 (12.1%)
35-44 years
522 (10.5%)
45-54 years
662 (13.4%)
55-64 years
422 (8.5%)
65-74 years
304 (6.1%)
75-84 years
154 (3.1%)
85+ years
27 (0.5%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Waurn Ponds known for? +

Waurn Ponds is known for Deakin University's Waurn Ponds campus, one of Geelong's major educational institutions, and the Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre anchored by Coles and Target. The suburb has seen strong residential growth in recent years.

How far is Waurn Ponds from Geelong CBD? +

Waurn Ponds is approximately 10 kilometres south of Geelong CBD. Waurn Ponds station on the Geelong Line provides train services to Geelong and Melbourne.

Does Waurn Ponds have public transport? +

Waurn Ponds station on the Geelong Line (the western terminus) provides regular V/Line train services to Geelong and Melbourne Southern Cross. Local bus routes connect surrounding areas.

What is the population of Waurn Ponds? +

According to the 2021 Census, Waurn Ponds has a population of approximately 4,956 residents, growing rapidly as residential development continues in Geelong's southern corridor.

Is Waurn Ponds a good place to live? +

Waurn Ponds offers great value housing near Deakin University, with Waurn Ponds station for train access to Geelong CBD and Melbourne, good local shopping, and a growing community. It suits students, academics, and families seeking affordable Geelong living.

What is the postcode for Waurn Ponds? +

The postcode for Waurn Ponds is 3216.

What is the average income in Waurn Ponds? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Waurn Ponds is about $642 per week (around $33,400 per year). The median household income is $2,286 per week and the median family income is $2,483 per week.

What is the median house price in Waurn Ponds? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $780,000, up 2.6% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Waurn Ponds? +

The median age in Waurn Ponds is 27. The largest age group is 20–24 (816 residents, around 16%). Around 29% of residents are under 20 and about 10% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Waurn Ponds a safe area? +

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

In Waurn Ponds, the median weekly rent is $430, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,755 (2021 Census).