Local Government Area (LGA) Research · Data as of Sept 2026

Property Investment in Greater Geelong, VIC

57 suburbs in Greater Geelong council area · Part of Greater Geelong · Population ~295,052 · 106,149 dwellings · 1,248 km²

Greater Geelong Council Average R-Score 86 / 100 — top suburb in Greater Geelong scores 100/100

Market conditions here are running warmer than most

Most of the demand and supply indicators we track are sitting above the national midpoint this month.

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Figures reflect Ripehouse Advisory’s monthly 27-indicator suburb bake (Sept 2026). General information only — not personal financial advice.

Top suburb in Greater Geelong100

Highest R-Score out of 57 suburbs in Greater Geelong

Greater Geelong council average86

Across 54 scored suburbs in Greater Geelong

Suburb medians in Greater Geelong range from $570,000 to $4,000,000.

3-year population movement: +6.8%. Annual new dwelling approvals: 2.8% of stock (~3,163 dwellings). Tracked infrastructure pipeline: $3.5B. Key employment sectors: Health Care and Social Assistance (17%), Retail Trade (14%), Education and Training (11%), Accommodation and Food Services (8%).

Typical suburb median price$804,500

Across 57 suburbs in Greater Geelong (Sept 2026) · ~73 days on market.

Gross rental yield & rent3.6%

Median asking rent ~$550/wk · Vacancy 3.1%.

Top suburb R-Score in Greater Geelong100/100

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Greater Geelong (VIC) FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions: Property Investment in Greater Geelong

Key facts and market data from the Sept 2026 Ripehouse Advisory research bake for Greater Geelong (Victoria).

Is Greater Geelong (VIC) a good council area for property investment in 2026?

As of Sept 2026, Greater Geelong (Victoria) has an average Ripehouse R-Score of 86/100 across 57 suburbs, with its strongest suburb scoring 100/100. Across Greater Geelong, the typical suburb median price is $804,500, median weekly rent is $550/wk, gross rental yield is 3.6%, and vacancy sits at 3.1%.

Which suburbs in Greater Geelong have the highest R-Score right now?

In the Sept 2026 Ripehouse research bake, the highest-scoring suburbs in Greater Geelong (VIC) are Staughton Vale (100/100, median $830,000), Wallington (100/100, median $1,700,000), Wandana Heights (100/100, median $1,000,000), Bellarine (98/100, median $1,410,000), Balliang (97/100, median $825,000). Each suburb is evaluated monthly across 27 demand, supply, momentum, and yield indicators.

What is the median house price, rent and rental yield in Greater Geelong?

Across Greater Geelong (VIC), the median suburb property price is $804,500, median asking rent is $550/wk, and median gross yield is 3.6%, with homes averaging 73 days on market. The highest-yielding suburbs in Greater Geelong include Wallington (7.7%), Balliang (6.3%), Staughton Vale (5%).

What are the demographics and size of the Greater Geelong council area?

Greater Geelong is a Local Government Area in Victoria (part of Greater Geelong) with an ABS estimated resident population of 295,052, approximately 106,149 dwellings, covering 1,248 sq km.

What are the best streets in Greater Geelong (VIC)?

Every street across all 57 suburbs in Greater Geelong is scored on the Ripehouse Street Score. Select any suburb below to view its street-by-street rankings.