BellarineVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3223 · Greater Geelong
Daily life in Bellarine is likely to be quiet and relaxed, with a significant portion of the population working from home (24.1%) or commuting by car (33.7%). The suburb has a high percentage of residents who own their homes outright (68.3%), reflecting a stable, owner-dominated housing market. The community has a strong sense of local identity, with 78.7% of residents born in Australia and 84.6% speaking only English at home.
The read
What living here is actually like
Bellarine is a small coastal suburb with a total population of 171 residents, characterized by a median age of 57, which is significantly higher than the Victorian average of 38. The suburb has a balanced gender distribution with 49.1% male and 50.9% female residents. The age distribution shows a notable absence of young children, with no residents in the 0-4 age group and only 2.2% in the 5-9 age group. The community is predominantly made up of family households (79.4%), with a high percentage of couples without children (50.0%).
Buyer fit
Who this suburb suits
One score per buyer type, out of 100, built from the demographic, housing and commute profile. Strongest first.
Buyer-fit score
Bellarine · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Retirees | 85 |
| Professionals | 65 |
| Families | 60 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Investors | 50 |
Why retirees score highest
The signals doing the work
- High median age of 57 aligns with retiree demographics
- High percentage of homes owned outright (68.3%)
- Quiet, coastal lifestyle with a strong sense of community
- Predominantly English-speaking population
Against the state
How Bellarine differs from Victoria
Every bar is this suburb. The vertical tick is the Victorian figure — the gap between them is the story.
Housing & movement
What’s built here, and how people leave in the morning
Dwelling mix
Share of occupied private dwellings
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| Dwelling type | Share |
|---|---|
| Separate houses | 100% |
How people get to work
Method of travel, 2021 Census
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| Method | Share |
|---|---|
| Worked from home | 24.1% |
| Drove a car | 33.7% |
| Public transport | 3.6% |
| Walked only | 4.8% |
| Car passenger | 3.6% |
Costs 2021 Census
Census figures, collected in 2021. Rents and repayments have moved since — for what property is selling for now, see .
Top occupations
Share of the employed workforce
Key highlights
- High median household income of $2214 per week, above the Victorian average of $1759
- 100% of dwellings are separate houses, compared to 73.4% in Victoria
- A significant portion of the population works from home (24.1%)
- High percentage of owner-occupied homes, with 68.3% owned outright
- Predominantly English-speaking community, with 84.6% speaking only English at home
Things to be aware of
- Higher median age of 57 may not appeal to younger families
- Limited public transport usage at 3.6%
- Low percentage of rented properties at 8.3%, which may limit rental opportunities
- Lower percentage of residents with no health conditions (56.8%) compared to the Victorian average
- Limited diversity with 78.7% of residents born in Australia
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Where the richer profile lands
Schools & catchments
Zoned primary and secondary, NAPLAN bands, distances.
Transport & access
Stations, tram routes, drive time to the CBD, walkability.
Development activity
Permits approved, projects underway, zoning changes.
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Demographic figures from the Census of Population and Housing © Australian Bureau of Statistics, used under Creative Commons Attribution.
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Informational only — not financial, legal or planning advice. Verify zoning, overlays and catchments with the relevant council before relying on them. Data vintage: 2021 Census.