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Torquay, Australia
Victoria · Australia
Torquay is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 18,534. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Torquay
Torquay is a town in Surf Coast Shire, Victoria, Australia, which faces Bass Strait, 21Â km south of Geelong and is the gateway to the Great Ocean Road. It is bordered on the west by Spring Creek and its coastal features include Point Danger and Zeally Bay. At the 2021 census, Torquay had a population of 18,534.
People
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| Population | 18,534 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.3309°, 144.3264° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.3 inches (669 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $34,408 |
| Median Age | 39.0 years |
About Torquay
Torquay is a small city in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 18,534. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Torquay vs Australia Average
Income: Torquay vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $34,408 |
| 54% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,408 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $662 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,761 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $281,600 |
| 0% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,408 |
| 21% above Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 78.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 78.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 22.0% |
| Housing Units | 7,414 |
Property Tax
Climate in Torquay
Torquay 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 | 58.6°F |
| 9% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 679.5 sq mi (1,759.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -38.3309°N, 144.3264°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (172 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Newer Volcanics Province | Shield(s) | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | -2900 | 172 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 1.8 in | |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in |
Torquay has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 50°F in June to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (1.4").
Schools in Torquay
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torquay P-6 College | - | - | - | - |
| St Therese Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Surf Coast Secondary College | - | - | - | - |
| Torquay Coast Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lisieux Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Torquay
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| K Rock Geelong 95.5 | - | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Torquay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anglesea Museum | ||||
| Australian National Surfing Museum | ||||
| Geelong Sports Museum | ||||
| Museum of Play and Art | ||||
| National Wool Museum | ||||
| Old Court House Museum |
Libraries in Torquay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |||||
| Highton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| John Drysdale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leopold Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newcomb Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newcomb Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ocean Grove 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 Torquay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geelong Vintage Market | |||||
| Torquay Farmers Market |
Hotels in Torquay
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Torquay
19 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Torquay
16 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Torquay
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Torquay
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Torquay
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Torquay
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Torquay
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Torquay
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Torquay
5 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Torquay
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Torquay
| 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 Torquay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Torquay
24 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 |
| Barwon Heads Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bellbrae private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ceres Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Colac Airport | XCO | Small Airport |
| Cressy Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Drysdale Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fiskville Airport | - | 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 |
| Lethbridge Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Lovely Banks Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Melton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| RAAF Williams, Point Cook Base | - | Small Airport |
| Rothwell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| St Leonards Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Torquay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wooloomanata Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Torquay
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Torquay Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Torquay
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 Torquay
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Elevate Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| St . Therese Catholic Church | |
| St. Lukes Church | |
| Uniting Church |
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What is the population of Torquay?
Torquay has a population of 18,534 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 679.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.
Is Torquay expensive to live in?
The median household income is $34,408, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $281,600 (0% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,408 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Torquay?
Torquay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.
How is the job market in Torquay?
Torquay has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $662. There are 1,761 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Torquay?
The median home value in Torquay is $281,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,408. The homeownership rate is 78.0%.