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Barwon Heads

Barwon Heads Property Market
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MEDIAN PRICES IN BARWON HEADS

Median house price

(all agencies, last 12 months)$1.4m*

House price change

(all agencies, last 12 months)-1.71%

Median unit price

(all agencies, last 12 months)$982k*

Unit price change

(all agencies, last 12 months)-4.66%

(Median House Price and Median Unit Price is calculated based on sales of properties with all numbers of bedrooms)

BARWON HEADS price TRACKER

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Barwon Heads sales overview

  • Sold by Private Sale or Other Method 100%
  • (Based on Sales Reported in the Last 12 Months)

Average days on market (houses)

(all agencies, 12 months)91

Average days on market (units)

(all agencies, 12 months)155

Average held period in Barwon Heads

(proptrack)13 years

Barwon Heads Investor Statistics

Median rental price for Houses

(all agencies, last 12 months)$619pw

House rental price change

(all agencies, last 12 months)0.04%

Median rental price for Units

(all agencies, last 12 months)$534pw

Unit rental price change

(all agencies, last 12 months)0.03%

Average rental yield for Houses

(all agencies, last 12 months)2.35%

Average rental yield for Units

(all agencies, last 12 months)3.41%

Barwon Heads total population size

(as at the last census)4,353

Median household size in Barwon Heads

(as at the last census)2.5

(Median House Price and Median Unit Price is calculated based on leased properties with all numbers of bedrooms)

Barwon Heads property types

  • Houses 49%
  • Units 17%
  • Other 34%

OCCUPANCY in Barwon Heads

  • Owned 82%
  • Rented 16%
  • Other/Not Stated 2%
  • Singles 24%
  • Families 75%
  • Other 1%

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About Barwon Heads

Barwon Heads is a seaside town located in the beautiful state of Victoria, Australia. It is situated on the Barwon River mouth and is just a short drive away from the bustling city of Geelong.

The history of Barwon Heads dates back to the late 1800s when it was a popular fishing village. Today, it is a well-established suburb that is known for its laid-back lifestyle, stunning beaches, and unique architecture.

Living in Barwon Heads is a dream come true for many. The suburb is home to a close-knit community, and residents enjoy a relaxed pace of life. The town is surrounded by picturesque landscapes, including the Bellarine Peninsula, and the nearby Torquay and Jan Juc beaches.

The styles of properties in Barwon Heads are diverse, ranging from historic cottages to modern apartments. Many homes in the area boast stunning views of the ocean and the nearby bushland. The suburb is popular among families and retirees, and the demographic is a mix of both young and old.

There are many sports and recreation areas in the suburb, including the Barwon Heads Bowling Club, Barwon Heads Football and Netball Club and the Barwon Heads Golf Course.

Barwon Heads is a wonderful place to call home, offering the perfect blend of history, natural beauty, and modern conveniences. Whether you are looking for a quiet place to retire, a place to raise your family, or simply a change of pace, Barwon Heads is an excellent choice.

Education

Barwon Heads Primary School
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Sales Comparison

Find out how Barwon Heads median sales prices compare to neighbouring suburbs.

Barwon Heads MARKET INSIGHTS

YearProperties SoldMedian Sale Price
(All Residential)
Sales Growth YoYProperties LeasedMedian Rental Price
(All Residential)
Rental Yield
202592$1,208,500-1.71%57$577pw2.88%
202475$1,218,750-22.93%79$559pw2.82%
202382$1,424,0000.72%67$544pw2.66%
202273$1,587,50016.77%75$527pw2.49%
202197$1,450,00027.31%65$513pw2.34%
YearSoldMedian Sale Price
(All Residential)
Sales Growth YoY
202592$1,208,500-1.71%
202475$1,218,750-22.93%
202382$1,424,000+0.72%
202273$1,587,500+16.77%
202197$1,450,000+27.31%

YearLeasedMedian Rental Price
(All Residential)
Rental Yield
202557$577pw2.88%
202479$559pw2.82%
202367$544pw2.66%
202275$527pw2.49%
202165$513pw2.34%

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*The State of Victoria owns the copyright in the property sales data and reproduction of that data in any way without the consent of the State of Victoria will constitute a breach of the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth).The State of Victoria does not warrant the accuracy or completeness of the licensed material and any person using or relying upon such information does so on the basis that the State of Victoria accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever for any errors, faults, defects or omissions in the information supplied.

This information is supplied by Barry Plant Group Pty Ltd (ABN 96 088 069 952) on behalf of PropTrack Pty Ltd (ABN 43 127 386 298).

The 12 month data in this report is from 31 October 2024 to 31 October 2025, last updated 31 October 2025.