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Indented Head

POSTAL CODE: VIC, 3223
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INDENTED HEAD ranks 612th in VIC when it comes to estimated capital gains experienced by property investors over the past three years.

The suburb’s capital gain of -5.63% for the past year is lower than average compared to its 12.2% growth within a five-year period.

Also in INDENTED HEAD, the median home price is sitting at $712,500, and the average rent at $510, this suggests property owners could potentially earn a 3.72% increase in gross rental yield.

Property investors have seen a 1.79% gain in INDENTED HEAD based on an increase in median home prices for the past three months.

A survey of average capital gains or median home price increase in suburbs across the country shows that this suburb obtained a 7.64% growth over a ten-year period. It ranks 1519th on our list of suburbs that property investors should look into.

Surburb overview

Indented Head is a coastal locality on the Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria, located approximately 30 kilometres east of the Geelong central business district and about 100 kilometres south-west of Melbourne.

The suburb sits within the City of Greater Geelong. It is positioned along the western shoreline of Port Phillip Bay, offering a quiet seaside environment with a mix of permanent residents and holiday homes.

According to recent census data, Indented Head has a relatively small population, with a demographic profile that includes retirees, families and part-time residents who use properties seasonally.

The area has historically served as a holiday destination, and this remains evident in the housing stock, which consists largely of detached dwellings, many of which face the waterfront.

Road access is primarily via The Esplanade and nearby connections to the Bellarine Highway, linking the locality to Geelong and neighbouring towns such as Portarlington and St Leonards. Public transport options are limited, with bus services connecting to surrounding centres, while rail access is available from Geelong.

Residents typically rely on nearby Portarlington and Drysdale for essential services, including supermarkets, schools and healthcare facilities.

Indented Head features a foreshore reserve with walking paths, picnic areas and direct access to the bay, supporting local recreation. The coastline is generally calm, making it suitable for activities such as swimming, boating and fishing.

The suburb is historically significant as one of the earliest European landing sites in Victoria, associated with early exploration of Port Phillip Bay. Natural features include low-lying coastal terrain and views across the bay towards the Mornington Peninsula.

Indented Head maintains a low-density character with limited commercial development, reflecting its role as a small coastal community. Ongoing development is modest, with planning focused on preserving the foreshore environment and residential amenity.

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