Newtown (Vic.), VIC 3462
A slower pace than Geelong, with space and community to match.
- Regional lifestyle
- $360/wk Median
- 29.3% Renters
Newtown (Vic.) Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 10.4k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $360
- To the CBD
- 2km
- Walkability
- 8.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Newtown (Vic.) Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
Newtown (Vic.) offers a genuinely different pace from Geelong's centre — more space, a stronger sense of community, and a median weekly rent of $360 that's noticeably kinder to the budget. Population sits at 10,445, with 29.3% renting rather than owning.
Around Newtown (Vic.)
Newtown (Vic.) Main Street
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Newtown (Vic.) Main Street
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Newtown (Vic.)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Newtown (Vic.)
Real questions renters ask before moving to Newtown (Vic.).
Is Newtown (Vic.) a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Newtown (Vic.) has a 29.3% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Newtown (Vic.) family-friendly for renters?
Newtown (Vic.) has around 6 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $360/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Geelong.
How far is Newtown (Vic.) from the Geelong CBD?
Newtown (Vic.) is approximately 2km from the Geelong CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 12-27 minutes.
What's the community like in Newtown (Vic.)?
Newtown (Vic.) has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 10,445, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
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