What's it like to live in Geelong?
Geelong is part of Greater Geelong City in Victoria
3220 · VIC
Greater Geelong City Overall Score
44 out of 100
Geelong falls within Greater Geelong City, which scores in the 44th percentile among regional councils in VIC.
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 25/100 |
| Community Services | 62/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 53/100 |
| Core Operations | 37/100 |
What Makes This Area Unique
Victoria's second city — waterfront renewal, cultural growth, and Melbourne commuter hub
Greater Geelong has transformed from a car manufacturing city into a confident, growing regional centre. The waterfront renewal is world-class, the food and cultural scene has matured, and the population has boomed as Melbourne commuters discover they can have bayside living at half the price.
Living here: Geelong is the best-value major Australian city. Waterfront living, strong amenity, improving cultural scene, and a fast train to Melbourne. The growth areas (Armstrong Creek, Lara) are expanding rapidly. Geelong has hit its stride — it feels like a city that knows what it wants to be.