BreamleaVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3227 · Greater Geelong
Daily life in Breamlea is likely quiet and relaxed, with a strong sense of community among its residents. The suburb has a high percentage of people working from home at 24.3%, close to the Victorian average of 25.7%, suggesting a flexible work environment for many. The majority of residents commute by car, with 52.7% driving to work, reflecting the suburb's limited public transport options.
Sales · 12 months to August 2026
What property sold for in Breamlea
We have no recorded sales in Breamlea over the last twelve months. We do not estimate prices from a handful of sales. Earlier years are below.
Since 2025
How prices have moved
- Houses
Dashed lines and hollow points are part years — incomplete, so a dip may only mean fewer sales have happened yet. A break in a line is a year with no published figure, not a fall to zero.
| Year | Houses |
|---|---|
| 2025 · part year | $1.50m |
The read
What living here is actually like
Breamlea is a small coastal suburb with a total population of 155 people, characterized by a higher median age of 56 compared to the Victorian average of 38. The suburb has a significant proportion of couples without children, accounting for 58.1% of families, and a notable 29.2% of single-person households. The housing market is predominantly owner-occupied, with 53% of homes owned outright. The community is highly educated, with 47% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly above the Victorian average of 29.2%.
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
Breamlea · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Retirees | 85 |
| Professionals | 70 |
| Families | 60 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Investors | 50 |
Why retirees score highest
The signals doing the work
- High median age of 56 aligns with retiree demographics
- Predominantly owner-occupied housing
- Quiet coastal community with low population density
- High percentage of couples without children (58.1%)
Against the state
How Breamlea 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 | 24.3% |
| Drove a car | 52.7% |
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
- Highly educated population - 47% hold bachelor degrees (vs VIC 29.2%)
- High median personal income of $773 weekly
- Predominantly owner-occupied housing - 53% owned outright
- Low population density with only 155 residents
- Significant proportion of professionals - 35.1% of workforce
Things to be aware of
- Higher median age may not suit younger demographics
- Limited public transport options
- Higher unemployment rate of 6.7% (vs VIC 5.0%)
- Predominantly English-speaking community may lack cultural diversity
- Limited availability of rental properties
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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.