Point Lonsdale
VIC 3225 • Rest of VIC
About Point Lonsdale
Point Lonsdale is a coastal township on Victoria's Bellarine Peninsula, approximately 100 kilometres south-west of Melbourne and 35 kilometres from Geelong, within the City of Greater Geelong. The suburb spans 14 square kilometres at near sea level along the eastern entrance to Port Phillip Bay, adjacent to the town of Queenscliff. With a 2021 population of 3,788 — a notable increase from 2,684 in 2016 — and a median age of 61, Point Lonsdale is firmly a sea-change and retirement destination, reflecting the wider trend of Melburnians relocating to the Bellarine Peninsula.
The area is renowned for its dramatic coastal scenery, including the Point Lonsdale Lighthouse, ocean surf beaches, and views across The Rip to the Mornington Peninsula. The village centre offers a compact selection of cafes, boutiques, and essential services, while neighbouring Queenscliff provides additional amenities, a historic fort, and ferry connections to Sorrento. Public transport is limited — residents rely heavily on private vehicles, with Geelong's V/Line train services (and then the broader Melbourne network) accessible via a bus connection approximately 35 kilometres away. The relaxed pace, natural beauty, and strong community spirit make Point Lonsdale an enduringly popular choice for retirees and holiday-home owners.
Point Lonsdale falls under postcode 3225 and is governed by Greater Geelong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bellarine (Western Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- McHarry's Bus Lines (Route 75) — Geelong (Moorabool Street) 45-60 min
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Very car-dependent; Geelong CBD is ~35 km and the practical daily destination for most residents; Queenscliff–Sorrento ferry available seasonally
Small village centre is walkable locally, but most shopping and services require a car; limited public transport
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bowen Road
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Stokes Road
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34 Stevens Street
Housing 2021 Census
8 state housing + 0 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. England 142
- 2. New Zealand 45
- 3. Netherlands 25
- 4. Scotland 22
- 5. United States 19
- 6. Germany 12
- 7. India 12
- 8. Ireland 12
- 9. Italy 11
- 10. South Africa 10
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)