Hamlyn Heights

VIC 3215 • Rest of VIC

6,518
Population (2021)
$43,160
Median Income
2.78 km²
Area
$345/wk
Median Rent
EstablishedFamily-FriendlySuburbanCommuter BeltLeafy

About Hamlyn Heights

Hamlyn Heights is an established residential suburb within the City of Greater Geelong, situated approximately 4 kilometres north-west of central Geelong in regional Victoria. With a population of 6,518 and a median age of 38, the suburb has a settled character with a predominantly Anglo-Celtic background — English, Australian, Irish, and Scottish ancestries are most common. Its compact 2.8 square kilometres is characterised by traditional homes and established gardens, with over 80 per cent of residents born in Australia.

The suburb benefits from its proximity to central Geelong's retail, dining, and transport options, while maintaining a quiet neighbourhood feel with smaller average household sizes of 2.3 people. Families are well served by local Catholic and government schools, and the broader Geelong region offers employment across healthcare, education, and manufacturing sectors. With affordable housing relative to Melbourne and a strong community foundation, Hamlyn Heights appeals to families and working professionals seeking suburban stability near one of Victoria's major regional cities.

Hamlyn Heights falls under postcode 3215 and is governed by Greater Geelong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lara (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3215
Urban Area
Geelong - Queenscliff
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.12°, 144.33°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
2.78 km²
Elevation
38m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$345
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
38 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.3%

29 state housing + 7 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,293
Census 2021
6,518
3.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,448
Income 2021
$43,160
33.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,290
Born Overseas 1,007

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 120
  • 2. India 103
  • 3. Italy 66
  • 4. North Macedonia 57
  • 5. New Zealand 51
  • 6. Croatia 50
  • 7. Germany 50
  • 8. Netherlands 40
  • 9. Scotland 39
  • 10. Greece 24

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,282
Australian 2,236
Irish 915
Scottish 720
Italian 477
German 342
Dutch 252
Croatian 226
Macedonian 147
Indian 95

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,935
Both parents born in Australia
1,598
Both parents born overseas
721
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.0%
No Religion
41.4%
Hinduism
1.3%
Islam
1.2%
Buddhism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
381 (5.8%)
5-14 years
734 (11.3%)
15-19 years
354 (5.4%)
20-24 years
413 (6.3%)
25-34 years
1,062 (16.3%)
35-44 years
841 (12.9%)
45-54 years
782 (12.0%)
55-64 years
774 (11.9%)
65-74 years
586 (9.0%)
75-84 years
358 (5.5%)
85+ years
241 (3.7%)

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