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Queenscliff

POSTAL CODE: VIC, 3225
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Figures from the previous quarter show that capital gains for real estate buyers in QUEENSCLIFF are low, as opposed to average gains per annum over the past five years.

This number can mean, real estate investors could earn a rental income of $675 based on current median home prices for the suburb.

On average, rents on listings have reached the $675 mark, reflecting a 3.05% increase in returns based on the current median price in QUEENSCLIFF.

QUEENSCLIFF, 3225 ranks 685th in VIC in terms of median property value increase and capital gains, based on year-to-date figures.

While it ranks 432nd on the list of best yielding suburbs for rental properties in VIC, posting a 3.05% return.

Surburb overview

Queenscliff is a historic coastal township on the Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria, located approximately 30 kilometres east of the Geelong central business district and about 105 kilometres south-west of Melbourne.

The suburb lies within the Borough of Queenscliffe, a small local government area that also includes Point Lonsdale, and is positioned at the entrance to Port Phillip Bay.

According to recent census data, Queenscliff has a relatively small population, with a demographic profile that includes retirees, tourism workers and part-time residents who maintain holiday homes.

The town has a well-preserved heritage character, with many 19th-century buildings reflecting its origins as a major port and seaside resort. Housing consists primarily of detached dwellings, with strict planning controls in place to maintain the historical streetscape and coastal environment.

Road access is via the Bellarine Highway, connecting Queenscliff to Geelong and the surrounding peninsula towns. Public transport options include bus services to Geelong, with rail connections to Melbourne.

Queenscliff also operates a passenger and vehicle ferry service across Port Phillip Bay to Sorrento, providing an alternative transport link to the Mornington Peninsula. The town offers essential services including local shops, cafés, accommodation, a primary school and healthcare facilities, supporting both residents and visitors.

Queenscliff is known for its Queenscliff Harbour, which supports boating, fishing, and tourism. The surrounding coastline includes beaches, piers and marine environments, with opportunities for swimming, diving and recreational fishing. Nearby parks and coastal reserves provide walking tracks and access to native vegetation and wildlife habitats.

Queenscliff maintains a strong tourism focus, with events and heritage attractions contributing to the local economy while preserving its small-town coastal character.

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