Skenes Creek

POSTAL CODE: VIC, 3233
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Based on its average 5-year and quarterly capital gains, the suburb saw average growth in the long term.

The suburb also delivered a weaker performance in contrast to other Australian suburbs in terms of appreciation of property value. Investors saw the median home price rise to $770,000.

The upward trend in home prices in SKENES CREEK, 3233 averaged 0% per annum over a 3-year period.

Average weekly rents on listings have reached the N/A mark, reflecting a N/A increase in returns based on the current median price in SKENES CREEK.

An average of 0.83 real estate transactions take place per month in SKENES CREEK which translates to 10 per annum.

10 properties were sold in SKENES CREEK in 2016, making it the 759th most active market in VIC based on total real estate transactions.

SKENES CREEK, 3233 places th in Australia based on median property value growth during the quarter.

Surburb overview

Skenes Creek is a small coastal locality in Victoria, situated approximately 190 kilometres south-west of Melbourne’s central business district and about 110 kilometres south-west of Geelong. It lies along the Great Ocean Road immediately east of Apollo Bay, within the Colac Otway Shire local government area. The suburb is positioned between the Otway Ranges and Bass Strait, with development following the narrow coastal strip and hillside terrain.

Skenes Creek has a very small population, typically fewer than 300 residents, with fluctuations during holiday periods due to the presence of second homes. The demographic profile includes a mix of long-term residents and holiday property owners, with a median age generally above the national average. Housing is predominantly detached dwellings, including beach houses and hillside properties, often oriented to capture ocean views.

Public transport options are limited, with bus services operating along the Great Ocean Road connecting Skenes Creek to Apollo Bay, Lorne and Geelong. There is no rail access, and private vehicles are the primary mode of transport for residents.

There are minimal local amenities within Skenes Creek itself, and residents rely on nearby Apollo Bay for essential services such as supermarkets, schools, healthcare facilities, and retail.

Recreational opportunities are centred on the coastal and natural environment, with Skenes Creek Beach supporting activities such as fishing, walking and surfing. The surrounding Otway forest provides access to walking tracks and opportunities for wildlife observation, while the coastline offers scenic viewpoints along the Great Ocean Road.

Land use in Skenes Creek is shaped by environmental and planning controls aimed at preserving coastal vegetation, managing bushfire risk and maintaining the locality’s low-density character.

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