Curlewis
VIC 3222 • Rest of VIC
About Curlewis
Curlewis is a rapidly growing residential suburb on Victoria's Bellarine Peninsula, located approximately 20 kilometres south-east of Geelong and 80 kilometres from Melbourne within the City of Greater Geelong. Its population more than doubled between 2016 and 2021 — from 1,551 to 4,175 — driven by significant new housing development in the area. With a median age of just 34 and a strong concentration of young families, Curlewis has one of the youngest demographic profiles on the Peninsula. The suburb covers 17.3 square kilometres and sits at a modest elevation of 52 metres above sea level.
Curlewis appeals strongly to young families and first-home buyers seeking affordable housing within reach of Geelong's employment hubs and services. The suburb is predominantly car-dependent, though bus services provide connections to Geelong and other Bellarine towns. Residents enjoy proximity to the scenic Peninsula coastline, with beaches at Portarlington, Indented Head, and St Leonards all within a short drive. New schools, parks, and neighbourhood retail amenities continue to develop alongside the suburb's expanding population, making it a genuine growth community with a strong family focus.
Curlewis falls under postcode 3222 and is governed by Greater Geelong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bellarine (Western Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Bellarine Transit / CDC Victoria — Geelong CBD (Market Square) 40-55 min
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Geelong CBD is ~20 km away (~25 min drive); primary road access via Queenscliff-Portarlington Road and Bellarine Highway
A car is essential for almost all daily needs; limited footpath infrastructure and minimal local retail in newer estate areas
Supermarkets Nearby
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Woolworths90 Centenial Blvd Curlewis 3222 VIC
Schools
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Jetty Road
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27 Peninsula Drive
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Peninsula Drive
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40 Collins Street Bellarine
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Clifton Springs Road
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Peninsula Drive
Housing 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. England 174
- 2. New Zealand 54
- 3. Philippines 42
- 4. India 34
- 5. South Africa 19
- 6. China 18
- 7. Scotland 17
- 8. United States 16
- 9. Netherlands 14
- 10. Germany 13
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)