Bell Post Hill
VIC 3215 • Rest of VIC
About Bell Post Hill
Bell Post Hill is a quiet residential suburb located approximately 5 kilometres north-west of central Geelong, within the City of Greater Geelong local government area. Sitting at an elevation of 71 metres, the suburb occupies a gentle hillside position with views across the surrounding urban landscape. With a population of 5,083 and a median age of 42, it has an established, settled character that appeals to retirees and long-term families.
Bell Post Hill is primarily a low-density residential suburb with predominantly detached housing and a calm neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents have access to local schools, parklands, and everyday shopping, with the broader amenities of Geelong — including its waterfront, shopping precincts, and rail connections to Melbourne — easily accessible by car. Its affordable housing relative to Melbourne and even coastal Geelong, combined with quiet streets and a community feel, makes it a practical choice for families and retirees seeking space and value.
Bell Post Hill falls under postcode 3215 and is governed by Greater Geelong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lara (Western Victoria) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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29-31 Kardinia Drive
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Barton Street
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143-147 Separation Street
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McClelland Street (Cnr Libau Ave)
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Creamery Road
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Wolseley Grove
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Vines Road
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Separation Street
Housing 2021 Census
23 state housing + 7 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. North Macedonia 165
- 2. Croatia 162
- 3. Italy 114
- 4. England 80
- 5. India 60
- 6. Germany 52
- 7. New Zealand 50
- 8. Poland 48
- 9. Bosnia & Herzegovina 37
- 10. Philippines 31
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)