Norlane vs North Geelong
The verdict
Norlane is more affordable, with a median house price of $468K versus $643K in North Geelong. North Geelong rates higher for transport (88 vs 63). On the separate residential safety score, North Geelong rates higher (19 vs 5/100 in Norlane).
Scores
| Norlane | North Geelong | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 64 | 79 |
| Transport | 63 | 88 |
| Education | 46 | 58 |
| Liveability | 79 | 87 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Norlane | North Geelong | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,682 | 3,225 |
| Median age | 37 | 40 |
| Median household income (wk) | $909 | $1,490 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 19.1% | 33.5% |
| Born in Australia | 62.6% | 68.4% |
| Avg household size | 2.2 | 2.3 |
Growth: Norlane High Growth · North Geelong High Growth
Property
| Norlane | North Geelong | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $468K | $643K |
| Median unit price | $402K | $304K |
| House price YoY | 5.5% | -1.2% |
| 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
| Norlane | North Geelong | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 5 | 19 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 1,831 | 744 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 507 | 1,581 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 1,854 | 372 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 18,867 | 16,651 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Norlane | North Geelong | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 2 |
| Government | 2 | 0 |
| Independent | 1 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 943 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Norlane · North Geelong
Transport
| Norlane | North Geelong | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 63 | 88 |
| Train stations | 0 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 43 | 34 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.3 km | 800 m |
Liveability
| Norlane | North 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 | 2 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 4 | 8 |
| Parks | 13 | 11 |
| Playgrounds | 10 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 7 |
| Medical GPs | 4 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 1.6 km | 910 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 61.8 km | 63.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 4.9 km | 3.8 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.6 km | 4.0 km |
Population & growth
| Norlane | North Geelong | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 8,682 | 3,225 |
| Estimated 2025 | 8,483 | 3,222 |
| Projected 2041 | 12,955 | 4,812 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.58% | -0.02% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Norlane or North Geelong?
North Geelong has the higher residential safety score (Norlane 5/100 vs North Geelong 19/100).
Which is more affordable, Norlane or North Geelong?
Norlane is more affordable, with a median house price of $468K versus $643K.
Which has better public transport, Norlane or North Geelong?
North Geelong has the higher transport score (Norlane 63/100 vs North Geelong 88/100).
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