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Barwon Heads

POSTAL CODE: VIC, 3227
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Figures from the previous quarter show that capital gains for real estate buyers in BARWON HEADS 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 $670 based on current median home prices for the suburb.

On average, rents on listings have reached the $670 mark, reflecting a 2.42% increase in returns based on the current median price in BARWON HEADS.

BARWON HEADS, 3227 ranks 532nd in VIC in terms of median property value increase and capital gains, based on year-to-date figures.

While it ranks 539th on the list of best yielding suburbs for rental properties in VIC, posting a 2.42% return.

Surburb overview

Barwon Heads is a coastal town in Victoria, located about 100 kilometres south-west of Melbourne’s central business district and roughly 20 kilometres from Geelong. It sits at the mouth of the Barwon River, where the river meets Bass Strait, and forms part of the Bellarine Peninsula. The suburb falls within the City of Greater Geelong local government area and has developed from a small fishing village into a residential and holiday destination.

According to recent census data, Barwon Heads has a population of just over 4,000 people, with a median age higher than the national average, reflecting a significant proportion of retirees. Households are primarily family-based, though a notable share are couples without children and single-person households. Housing consists largely of detached dwellings, with a mix of established homes and newer developments.

Public transport options include bus services connecting Barwon Heads to nearby towns such as Ocean Grove and the regional centre of Geelong, where rail services operate to Melbourne. Private vehicle use remains the dominant mode of transport due to limited direct rail access within the suburb.

Local amenities include primary schools, medical clinics, supermarkets and small retail precincts centred along Hitchcock Avenue. Residents also access larger shopping centres and hospitals in Geelong for more extensive services.

Recreational opportunities are a defining feature of the area, with beaches, riverfront walking tracks and boating facilities supporting outdoor activities. The Barwon Heads Golf Club and nearby coastal reserves contribute to leisure options, while the town’s foreshore areas are used for fishing, swimming and picnicking.

The suburb’s environment is characterised by coastal vegetation, open parklands, and proximity to marine and estuarine ecosystems, shaping both lifestyle and land-use patterns.

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