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City of Greater Geelong

Population

271,057

City of Greater Geelong is a Local Government Area in Australia comprising 56 suburbs with a population of 271,057 residents. For property investors analysing City of Greater Geelong capital growth potential, this council area ranks in the top 16% of Australian LGAs for investment opportunity based on our proprietary scoring algorithm.

The current median house price in City of Greater Geelong is approximately $719K, making it accessible for investors seeking balanced growth and yield. City of Greater Geelong property investment fundamentals show strong signals, supported by positive population growth trends. This positions City of Greater Geelong as one of the best council areas to invest in for Australian property investors seeking long-term capital appreciation.

Growth Performance Prediction

Top 16% of areas

Since 2015, the Picki High Performance Growth algorithm has been selecting the best places to invest across Australia. Over that time it has been responsible for selecting over 400 million dollars worth of properties for property investors and has generated 110% higher capital growth when compared to the average.

Overall Growth Potential

84%Excellent

Outperforms 84% of all LGAs

Key Market Indicators

Good Employment Health

Employment Score

5/5

Good Population Forecasts

Population Score

5/5

High Opportunity

Opportunity Score

5/5

Investment Outlook

This area shows strong growth potential with excellent indicators across key market factors, suggesting favourable conditions for property investment.

Em

Employment Diveristy

Health Care and Social Assistance - 17.00%

Retail Trade - 14.00%

Education and Training - 11.00%

Accommodation and Food Services - 8.00%

Others - 50.00%

Commute Time

25mins

13kms

Common Transport Methods
car74%
walk3%
train2%
Income Growth

Average Income

56 Suburbs in City of Greater Geelong

Ordered by Best Projected Short Term Growth (Green = Buying window)

Trend Indicators:

Price/yield increasing compared to previous period
Price/yield decreasing compared to previous period
Suburb Name
Asking Price
Yield
Bellarine
$2.5m
1.26%
Lovely Banks
$1.4m
4.45%
South Geelong
$1.6m
3.03%
Ceres
$2.2m
2.95%
Moolap
$1.3m
1.88%
Anakie
$900.0k
3.19%
Barwon Heads
$1.9m
2.06%
Connewarre
$2.1m
3.62%
Mount Duneed
$711.8k
4.09%
Breamlea
$1.5m
2.37%
Wallington
$1.1m
3.09%
Charlemont
$630.0k
4.47%
East Geelong
$739.0k
3.30%
Grovedale
$675.0k
3.95%
Hamlyn Heights
$670.0k
3.53%
Indented Head
$799.0k
3.11%
Leopold
$690.0k
3.91%
Ocean Grove
$1.2m
2.99%
St Leonards (Vic.)
$795.0k
3.67%
Wandana Heights
$1.2m
3.73%
Waurn Ponds
$743.9k
3.47%
Belmont (Vic.)
$700.0k
3.64%
Curlewis (Vic.)
$675.0k
3.85%
Geelong West
$900.0k
2.70%
Lara
$718.0k
4.31%
Rippleside
$1.3m
3.40%
Highton
$1000.0k
3.40%
Portarlington
$980.0k
3.32%
Avalon
$1.9m
3.47%
Breakwater
$500.0k
5.02%
Geelong
$1.1m
2.83%
Newcomb
$569.0k
4.07%
Norlane
$460.0k
4.50%
Bell Post Hill
$640.0k
3.44%
Fyansford
$930.5k
3.61%
Drumcondra
$1.6m
3.15%
St Albans Park
$599.0k
4.40%
Whittington
$545.0k
4.40%
Corio
$480.0k
4.20%
Marshall
$662.5k
3.88%
North Shore (Vic.)
$799.0k
3.69%
Bell Park
$649.0k
4.06%
Herne Hill (Vic.)
$680.0k
3.44%
North Geelong
$695.0k
3.66%
Mannerim
$2.0m
0%
Marcus Hill
$3.5m
2.01%
Clifton Springs
$720.0k
3.84%
Drysdale
$739.0k
3.85%
Moorabool
-
0.82%

City of Greater Geelong Property Investment FAQs

Is City of Greater Geelong a good area for property investment in 2026?

City of Greater Geelong ranks in the top 16% of all Australian Local Government Areas for property investment potential. This places City of Greater Geelong among the best LGAs in Australia for capital growth, with strong fundamentals including population growth, employment diversity, and infrastructure development. Property investors looking for long-term appreciation should consider City of Greater Geelong as a priority market.

What is the median house price in City of Greater Geelong?

The current median house price across City of Greater Geelong is approximately $719K. This median price reflects sales data from properties across all 56 suburbs within the Local Government Area. This price range positions City of Greater Geelong as a mid-market investment destination, balancing capital growth potential with reasonable entry costs for property investors.

What are the best suburbs to invest in City of Greater Geelong?

City of Greater Geelong contains 56 suburbs, each with unique investment characteristics and suburb scores. The best suburbs for investment within City of Greater Geelong depend on your investment strategy - whether you're seeking capital growth, rental yield, or a balanced approach. Use our suburb analysis tools to compare all 56 suburbs in City of Greater Geelong ranked by our proprietary suburb score, which factors in price growth trends, rental yields, vacancy rates, and demographic indicators.

What is the capital growth outlook for City of Greater Geelong?

City of Greater Geelong's capital growth outlook is positive based on current market indicators. Key drivers supporting capital growth in City of Greater Geelong include strong population growth, diverse employment opportunities, and infrastructure investment. These fundamentals suggest continued property value appreciation in the medium to long term.

What is the population of City of Greater Geelong?

City of Greater Geelong has a population of approximately 271,057 residents across its 56 suburbs. Population growth is a key indicator for property investment as it drives housing demand. City of Greater Geelong's population metrics contribute positively to its investment score, indicating growing demand for housing in the area.

How many suburbs are in City of Greater Geelong council area?

City of Greater Geelong Local Government Area contains 56 suburbs. Each suburb has its own property market dynamics, median prices, and investment potential. When investing in City of Greater Geelong, it's important to analyse individual suburbs rather than relying solely on LGA-level data. Our platform provides detailed suburb scores and analytics for all 56 suburbs to help you identify the best investment opportunities within City of Greater Geelong.

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