Norlane Property Market
& Suburb Profile

Developed extensively by the Housing Commission of Victoria in the 1950s, the suburb was designed to accommodate the influx of workers for Geelong's large industrial employers, such as the former Ford factory and Shell Refinery.

Today, Norlane offers one of the most affordable entry points into the Geelong property market, attracting investors and first-home buyers seeking value and strong rental yields, with a current median house price typically in the high $400,000s and an excellent median rental yield.

The suburb is defined by its strong community infrastructure and exceptional transport links. Residents benefit from the V/Line train services running from North Shore Railway Station (located in the suburb's southeast) to both Geelong and Melbourne, making it highly attractive to city commuters. Road access is also superb, sitting close to the Princes Freeway (Geelong Bypass), which allows for fast travel towards Melbourne. A major recreational asset is the Northern Aquatic and Community Hub (Waterworld), a large complex featuring indoor heated pools, waterslides, a gym, and sports facilities, which serves as a central hub for health and fitness.

Norlane is well-equipped with amenities, featuring local shopping precincts like the original Labuan Square and easy, quick access to the large Corio Central Shopping Centre nearby. Education is catered for by several institutions, including Northern Bay College (P-12) and St Thomas Aquinas Primary School.

The suburb provides ample green space, with ten parks and reserves, including Evans Reserve and walking trails along Cowies Creek. While historically faced with challenges, Norlane is undergoing revitalisation, leveraging its generous land parcels and unbeatable accessibility to both the waterfront and employment hubs, offering significant potential for future growth.