Belmont

VIC 3216 • Rest of VIC

15,066
Population (2021)
$41,704
Median Income
8.94 km²
Area
$350/wk
Median Rent
Geelong SuburbanCoastal AccessShopping HubFamily-Friendly

About Belmont

Belmont is a major suburb of over 15,000 residents on Geelong's eastern flank, spanning from retail strips to established family areas. The suburb hosts Belmont High Street's shopping precinct and serves as a service centre for eastern Geelong. The Bellarine Peninsula and beaches are easily accessible.

Life here blends Geelong suburban convenience with coastal access—shopping is comprehensive, schools serve families, and the beach is a short drive. The suburb's diverse housing includes everything from modest units to established homes. Belmont attracts families seeking Geelong living with suburban amenity and beach access.

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

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3216
Urban Area
Geelong - Queenscliff
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.18°, 144.34°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
8.94 km²
Elevation
28m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    65 High Street Belmont 3216 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,703
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
37 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
14,054
Census 2021
15,066
7.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,252
Income 2021
$41,704
33.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 11,904
Born Overseas 2,567

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 428
  • 2. England 373
  • 3. New Zealand 171
  • 4. China 134
  • 5. Scotland 91
  • 6. Philippines 86
  • 7. Italy 85
  • 8. Germany 67
  • 9. Netherlands 63
  • 10. Sri Lanka 60

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 6,064
Australian 5,421
Irish 2,274
Scottish 1,894
German 744
Italian 611
Dutch 396
Indian 362
Chinese 297
Australian Aboriginal 207

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

9,291
Both parents born in Australia
3,188
Both parents born overseas
1,878
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.6%
Christianity
38.6%
Hinduism
2.3%
Islam
1.5%
Buddhism
1.3%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
943 (6.3%)
5-14 years
1,646 (10.9%)
15-19 years
736 (4.9%)
20-24 years
1,077 (7.1%)
25-34 years
2,621 (17.4%)
35-44 years
1,970 (13.1%)
45-54 years
1,697 (11.3%)
55-64 years
1,547 (10.3%)
65-74 years
1,412 (9.4%)
75-84 years
894 (5.9%)
85+ years
528 (3.5%)

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