Jan Juc
VIC 3228 • Rest of VIC
About Jan Juc
Jan Juc is a coastal surf suburb on Victoria's Surf Coast, located approximately 98 kilometres south-west of Melbourne CBD immediately south of Torquay within the Surf Coast Shire. Sitting at an elevation of 32 metres above the Southern Ocean, the suburb is home to 4,151 residents with a median age of 40. Household incomes are above average for regional Victoria at a median of ,360 per week, reflecting the influx of professional families and lifestyle-seekers drawn to the area's natural setting, surf culture, and relative proximity to Geelong.
Jan Juc is best known for its position adjacent to Bells Beach, the iconic surf break that hosts the Rip Curl Pro — the world's longest-running professional surfing competition. The suburb has a relaxed, active character with coastal walking tracks, bushland reserves, and strong community ties with neighbouring Torquay, which provides everyday shopping, schools, and services. Road access to Geelong via the Surf Coast Highway takes approximately 30 minutes, while Melbourne is roughly 75 to 90 minutes by car. The area continues to attract families and professionals seeking a high-quality lifestyle within reach of Greater Geelong's employment base.
Jan Juc falls under postcode 3228 and is governed by Surf Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Surf Coast Buslines Route 60/61 — Torquay / Geelong interchange 30-45 min to Geelong
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Surf Coast Highway and Princes Freeway (M1) via Geelong; Geelong CBD also a major employment hub (~30 min)
A coastal residential suburb with limited local amenity — most errands require a drive to Torquay or Geelong
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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50 School Road
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50 Grossmans Road
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35 Grossmans Road
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29 Bristol Road
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 112
- 2. New Zealand 46
- 3. United States 34
- 4. Germany 21
- 5. Netherlands 21
- 6. Canada 16
- 7. Scotland 16
- 8. France 12
- 9. South Africa 11
- 10. Greece 8
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)