Drysdale
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Drysdale, VIC 3222.
About Drysdale
Welcome to Drysdale
Drysdale sits on the Bellarine Peninsula, about 35 kilometres south-east of Geelong and roughly an hour and a half from Melbourne, making it the gateway town for anyone heading further out towards Portarlington, Ocean Grove or Point Lonsdale. It's grown from a quiet rural service town into one of the peninsula's busiest small centres, with a genuine main street, established schools and a population that's ageing comfortably in place - the median age of 52 tells you plenty about who calls it home.
It suits families after more space than Geelong proper offers, retirees wanting peninsula living without being right on the coast, and commuters willing to trade a longer drive for a bigger block and a slower pace. With Clifton Springs, Springs, Curlewis and Mannerim all within a few minutes' drive, Drysdale also acts as the practical hub for a cluster of smaller communities across this part of the Bellarine.
Lifestyle & dining
Drysdale's main street has grown into a proper local hub, with cafes, bakeries and pubs that draw people in from the surrounding towns rather than just serving locals. It doesn't have the beachside buzz of Ocean Grove or Portarlington, and that's rather the point - this is a town for a good coffee and a chat rather than a day trip crowd, though the coast is a short drive away whenever that itch needs scratching.
Shopping
The Drysdale Village and surrounding strip cover most day-to-day needs, from supermarkets to specialty stores, and the town has become the retail anchor for neighbouring Clifton Springs and Curlewis as well. For bigger shopping trips, Geelong's full retail and hospitality scene is a manageable drive away, keeping Drysdale practical without needing to compete with it.
Getting around
Drysdale is well served by road, sitting on the main route through to the rest of the Bellarine Peninsula, with Geelong accessible in well under an hour by car and Melbourne reachable via the Bellarine Highway and Princes Freeway. Public transport runs through V/Line coach and local bus connections linking into Geelong's train network, so while a car remains the easiest way to get around, commuters do have options.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Drysdale Primary School and St Thomas Primary School covering the early years, and Bellarine Secondary College providing public secondary schooling right in town. For those after independent or faith-based options, Christian College Geelong's Bellarine Campus and Saint Ignatius College Geelong are both within easy reach, giving families a genuine choice without needing to leave the peninsula.
Housing & architecture
Housing stock in Drysdale leans heavily towards standalone houses, which make up 79% of current listings, reflecting the town's family and retiree-friendly character. There's a reasonable pipeline of land (15% of listings) for those wanting to build new, while apartments and units sit at just 4% and acreage or rural lifestyle blocks make up the remaining 1%, useful for buyers chasing a bit more room to move.
The property market
The median house price in Drysdale currently sits at $670,000, with units and apartments considerably cheaper at a median of $485,000 - a gap that highlights the town's house-dominated market. House prices have grown 3.7% recently, a steady rather than spectacular pace that fits a town valued more for liveability than speculation. Median rent of $498 a week reflects solid ongoing demand from tenants, likely a mix of young families and those priced out of the more coastal Bellarine suburbs, while the population of just under 5,000 keeps the market relatively tight and community-scaled.
Market snapshot
Drysdale property market
Median sale price
$670k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$498
per week
Gross rental yield
3.9%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$558k
Median
$670k
Premium
$1.23m
Days on market
24
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
40
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +0.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Drysdale by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Drysdale, VIC 3222.
Population
4,976
residents (2021)
Median age
52
years
Household income
$1,273
median, per week
Median rent
$340
per week
Median mortgage
$1,733
per month
Mortgage / income
31%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Drysdale
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Christian College Geelong - Bellarine Campus
Recent results
Recently sold in Drysdale
$500k
2/14-16 Kimberley Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$679k
26 Newfields Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$770k
30 Stonebridge Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.11m
97-99 Princess Street
Sold ~July 2026
$625k
5/124 Barrands Lane
Sold ~July 2026
$1.80m
32-34 Whitcombes Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.80m
28 Crimea Street
Sold ~July 2026
$895k
27 Meadowbrook Terrace
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Drysdale suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Drysdale?
The median house price in Drysdale, VIC is $670k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 3.7%.
How much is rent in Drysdale?
The median weekly rent in Drysdale is around $498 per week.
Is Drysdale a good place to live?
Drysdale is a rural township near Geelong, Victoria, Australia, located on the Bellarine Peninsula. Drysdale is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 4,976 and 5 schools in the area.
What is the population of Drysdale?
Drysdale has a population of 4,976 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 52.
What schools are in Drysdale?
There are 5 schools in or near Drysdale, including Christian College Geelong - Bellarine Campus, Drysdale Primary School and St Thomas Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Drysdale?
Properties in Drysdale take around 24 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Drysdale?
Entry-level properties in Drysdale start around $558k, while premium homes reach $1.23m.
What suburbs are near Drysdale?
Suburbs near Drysdale include Clifton Springs, Springs, Curlewis and Mannerim.
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