Manifold Heights vs Newtown (Greater Geelong)
The verdict
Manifold Heights rates higher for transport (64 vs 59). On the separate residential safety score, Manifold Heights rates higher (93 vs 77/100 in Newtown (Greater Geelong)).
Scores
| Manifold Heights | Newtown (Greater Geelong) | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 76 | 77 |
| Transport | 64 | 59 |
| Education | 72 | 76 |
| Liveability | 92 | 95 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Manifold Heights | Newtown (Greater Geelong) | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,681 | 10,445 |
| Median age | 39 | 40 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,820 | $2,092 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 51.7% | 57.2% |
| Born in Australia | 84.2% | 82.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.4 | 2.5 |
Growth: Manifold Heights High Growth · Newtown (Greater Geelong) High Growth
Property
| Manifold Heights | Newtown (Greater Geelong) | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $987K | Data not available |
| Median unit price | $463K | $583K |
| House price YoY | -28.6% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Manifold Heights | Newtown (Greater Geelong) | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 93 | 77 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 298 | 412 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 186 | 249 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 112 | 211 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,909 | 3,686 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Manifold Heights | Newtown (Greater Geelong) | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 10 |
| Government | 1 | 3 |
| Independent | 0 | 4 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,071 | 1,111 |
See the full school list on each profile: Manifold Heights · Newtown (Greater Geelong)
Transport
| Manifold Heights | Newtown (Greater Geelong) | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 64 | 59 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 17 | 51 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.0 km | 2.0 km |
Liveability
| Manifold Heights | Newtown (Greater Geelong) | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 24.8°C | 24.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.0°C | 14.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 540 | 540 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 3 | 19 |
| Parks | 1 | 18 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 21 |
| Swimming pools | 71 | 318 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 1.9 km | 2.5 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 65.9 km | 66.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 3.2 km | 3.1 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.6 km | 2.0 km |
Population & growth
| Manifold Heights | Newtown (Greater Geelong) | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,681 | 10,445 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,827 | 10,430 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,000 | 15,586 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.33% | -0.04% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Manifold Heights or Newtown (Greater Geelong)?
Manifold Heights has the higher residential safety score (Manifold Heights 93/100 vs Newtown (Greater Geelong) 77/100).
Which has better schools, Manifold Heights or Newtown (Greater Geelong)?
Newtown (Greater Geelong) has a higher average school ICSEA (Manifold Heights 1071 vs Newtown (Greater Geelong) 1111; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Manifold Heights or Newtown (Greater Geelong)?
Manifold Heights has the higher transport score (Manifold Heights 64/100 vs Newtown (Greater Geelong) 59/100).
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