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Geelong West, Australia
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Geelong West is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 6,775. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
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About Geelong West
Geelong West is a commercial and residential suburb of Geelong, Victoria, Australia. When Geelong was founded, the area was known as Kildare but its name was changed to Geelong West in 1875. The main street is Pakington Street. At the 2016 census, Geelong West had a population of 6,966.
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| Population | 6,775 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.1389°, 144.3484° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.9 inches (659 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $32,921 |
| Median Age | 36.0 years |
About Geelong West
Geelong West is a small city in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 6,775. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Geelong West vs Australia Average
Income: Geelong West vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $32,921 |
| 56% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,921 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $633 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 644 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $197,200 |
| 30% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $986 |
| 15% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 58.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 41.2% |
| Housing Units | 2,710 |
Property Tax
Climate in Geelong West
Geelong West has an average annual temperature of 14.2°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.2°C), the coldest is Jul (9.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 484 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.8°F |
| 9% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 250.5 sq mi (648.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -38.1389°N, 144.3484°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (167 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Newer Volcanics Province | Shield(s) | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | -2900 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| March | 65°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in |
Geelong West has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 51°F in June to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 21.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.4") and March the driest (1.3").
Schools in Geelong West
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashby Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St Patrick's Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Geelong Lutheran College St John's Newtown Campus | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Geelong West
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| K Rock Geelong 95.5 | — | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Geelong West
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian National Surfing Museum | ||||
| Geelong Sports Museum | ||||
| Lara Heritage and History Museum | ||||
| Museum of Play and Art | ||||
| National Wool Museum | ||||
| Old Court House Museum |
Libraries in Geelong West
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bannockburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barwon Health Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barwon Health Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Belmont Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chilwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Deakin University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Drysdale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Drysdale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Geelong Library & Heritage Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Geelong West Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hawker Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hawker Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Highton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| John Drysdale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lara Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leopold Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newcomb Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newcomb Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ocean Grove Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Panckridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Panckridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Torquay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Waurn Ponds Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Western Heights College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Western Heights College Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Geelong West
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geelong Vintage Market | |||||
| Torquay Farmers Market |
Hotels in Geelong West
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Geelong West
13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Geelong West
17 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Geelong West
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Geelong West
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Geelong West
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Geelong West
5 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Geelong West
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bells Beach Brewing | ||||
| Valhalla Brewing | ||||
| White Rabbit Brewery and Barrel Hall | ||||
| White Rabbit Brewery and Barrel Hall |
Stadiums & Teams in Geelong West
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Geelong West
37 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Airport | MEL | Large Airport |
| Melbourne Avalon International Airport | AVV | Large Airport |
| Melbourne Essendon Airport | MEB | Medium Airport |
| Apollo Bay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bacchus Marsh Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ballarat Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ballarat Health Service Helipad | — | Small Airport |
| Barwon Heads Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bellbrae private airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Tongue Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ceres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Colac Airport | XCO | Small Airport |
| Cressy Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Drysdale Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Emu Creek Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fiskville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying Circus Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gnarwarre Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kuruc-A-Ruc South Airport | — | Small Airport |
| lake Modewarre Private airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| lake Modewarre Private airstrip no.2 | — | Small Airport |
| Legate Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lethbridge Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Lovely Banks Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marshall Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Melton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| RAAF Williams, Point Cook Base | — | Small Airport |
| Riddell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Romsey Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rothwell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| St Leonards Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sunbury (Penfield) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sunbury East Airport | — | Small Airport |
| The Boreen Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Torquay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valken Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wooloomanata Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Geelong West
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Geelong West Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Geelong West
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Armstrong Creek Doctors | ||
| Community Rehabilitation Centre | ||
| Geelong Day Surgery | ||
| Grovedale Medical Centre | ||
| Lake Imaging | ||
| MedicAid Medical and Accident Centre | ||
| North Geelong Medical Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Geelong West
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul | |
| First Church of Christ, Scientist, Geelong | |
| Geelong Vineyard Church | |
| Geelong West Presbyterian Church | |
| Hillsong | |
| Saint Paul's Anglican Church |
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What is the population of Geelong West?
Geelong West has a population of 6,775 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 250.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Geelong West expensive to live in?
The median household income is $32,921, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Geelong West?
Geelong West enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches.
How is the job market in Geelong West?
Geelong West has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $633. There are 644 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Geelong West?
The median home value in Geelong West is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 58.8%.