Torquay, VIC 3690
Regional Geelong living — room to breathe, without leaving the essentials behind.
- Small-town feel
- $500/wk Median
- 19.9% Renters
Torquay Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 24.6k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $500
- To the CBD
- 20.9km
- Walkability
- 6.5
- Schools within 3 km
- 9
ABS 2021 Census
Torquay Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Signature Spotlight
Country Lifestyle
For renters after room to move without leaving the Geelong region altogether, Torquay is a regular first stop. It's a solidly-sized community of 24,607, with the kind of local pace that's hard to find closer to the centre.
Around Torquay
Torquay Main Street
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Torquay Memorial Park
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Torquay
Real questions renters ask before moving to Torquay.
How much does it cost to rent in Torquay?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Torquay is $500. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $500 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Torquay walkable?
Torquay carries a walkability score of 6.5/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
Is Torquay family-friendly for renters?
Torquay has around 9 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $500/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Geelong.
How far is Torquay from the Geelong CBD?
Torquay is approximately 21km from the Geelong CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 31-46 minutes.
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