City of Greater Geelong
Hamlyn Heights
Hamlyn Heights at a glance
Median house
$722,500
Median unit
$630,000
Walk score
2
Very car dependent
Population
6,518
Median age 38
The brief
What to know about Hamlyn Heights.
Hamlyn Heights (3215) sits in the Greater Geelong region of Victoria. The median house here is $722,500, in line with the Victoria median of around $850K.
Hamlyn Heights has roughly 6,518 residents, with a typical family-age mix. Households are mostly owner-occupied. Daily life is car-dependent: most residents drive to work, school and the shops.
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What it’s like to live here.
Hamlyn Heights scores 2/100 on walkability, which makes it car-dependent with limited public transport. Plan for two cars in a typical household, especially if work isn't local.
Summer days here average around 25°C (mild), winter mornings around 3°C (cold). Annual rainfall lands at about 612mm. Data comes from the Bureau of Meteorology's Geelong Racecourse station, 83.9km away.
Schooling within or near the suburb covers 8 government primary, 2 government secondary, 6 Catholic, 2 independent.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Hamlyn Heights's population at 6,518, with a median age of 38. That sits as a typical family-age mix. Households are mostly owner-occupied (68% own, 29% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (64% family households, 32% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.
Population
6,518
Median age
38
Family households
64%
Lone person
32%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Houses change hands at $722,500 on a typical sale, in line with the Victoria median. Units come in around $630,000, roughly 13% below the house median.
For buyers
A 20% deposit on the median house works out to roughly $145,000. Prices are in line with the Victoria median, so the broader state lending settings apply.
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
$722,500
+0.0% over the past year. Median unit price $630,000.
Sales data as of May 2026· sales-vic
Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$340/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$345/wk
Owner occupied
68%
Renter occupied
29%
At a deeper level
$722,500
$630,000
6,518
Median age: 38
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For investors
Investment overview.
Gross rental yield on houses sits at 2.45% (median rent $340/wk against a $722,500 price tag). Units yield 2.85% gross, often the better cash-flow play for first-time investors. Renter share is modest (29%), so the rental pool is smaller and tenant demand can be patchier than in higher-density suburbs.
Gross Yield (House)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 20262.45%
Based on $722,500 median
Gross Yield (Unit)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 20262.85%
Based on $630,000 median
Annual Growth (House)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Year-on-year capital growth
Annual Growth (Unit)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Year-on-year capital growth
Owner Occupancy
Source: ABS Census 2021 · May 202668%
Higher = more owner-occupier demand
Days on Market
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Lower = higher buyer demand
Gross rental yield is annual rent divided by purchase price, before expenses. It does not account for vacancy rates, management fees, maintenance, or financing costs. Use this as a starting point for further research.
Safety
Crime and safety.
228
total offences in 2025
Top offence categories
Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.
Source: State Police Open Data
Crime data as of December 2025· State Police Open Data
Getting around
Walkability.
2
0
100
Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)
Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
Education
Schools in Hamlyn Heights.
Local schools for Hamlyn Heights
View the catchment for each school to find out more.
Government School Catchment
Hamlyn Banks Primary School
Western Heights Secondary College
Hamlyn Views School
© ACARA, licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Climate
Weather year-round.
Annual Rainfall
612 mm
Hottest Month (avg max)
25.6°C
Coldest Month (avg min)
3.0°C
Monthly Rainfall (mm)
Weather data from BOM station Geelong Racecourse (84 km away)
Climate data as of May 2026· Bureau of Meteorology
Frequently asked
About Hamlyn Heights.
- What is the median house price in Hamlyn Heights?
- The median house price in Hamlyn Heights, VIC 3215 is $722,500. The median unit price is $630,000. Annual growth is +0.0%.
- What is the Hamlyn Heights postcode?
- Hamlyn Heights is in the 3215 postcode, in VIC, in the City of Greater Geelong region.
- What is the average rent in Hamlyn Heights?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $340, for units it's $345.
- What schools are in Hamlyn Heights?
- There are 20 schools serving Hamlyn Heights on this page, including Hamlyn Banks Primary School, Western Heights Secondary College, Kardinia International College.
- How walkable is Hamlyn Heights?
- Hamlyn Heights has a Walk Score of 2 out of 100, highly car-dependent. transit score 0, bike score 100.
- What suburbs are near Hamlyn Heights?
- Hamlyn Heights is close to Herne Hill, Bell Park, Bell Post Hill, Manifold Heights, Geelong West.
- What is the population of Hamlyn Heights?
- Hamlyn Heights has approximately 6,518 residents. The median age is 38.
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Sources cited
Median, growth and rental data from state revenue offices and ABS. Census from ABS 2021. Climate from BoM. Hazard from Geoscience Australia. School data from ACARA. Crime from state police open data. Full methodology →
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