St Leonards
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for St Leonards, VIC 3223.
About St Leonards
Welcome to St Leonards
St Leonards is a small coastal town on the Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria, sitting roughly 100 kilometres south-west of Melbourne on the northern shore of Port Phillip Bay. It has a relaxed, unhurried character that draws both permanent residents and weekenders looking to trade city noise for sea breezes and open skies.
The suburb suits families after more space for their dollar, retirees seeking a quieter pace, and lifestyle buyers ready to commit to the peninsula full-time. With a generous mix of houses and vacant land still on the market, it also appeals to those who want to build from scratch in a setting that feels genuinely removed from the urban sprawl.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in St Leonards moves at a coastal rhythm. The foreshore is the social anchor — locals walk it in the mornings, launch kayaks from it on weekends, and gather at the beach after school in summer. The town is small enough that most people know their neighbours, yet close enough to Portarlington and Drysdale to access a broader range of cafés and restaurants when the mood strikes.
The local amenities strip along Murradoc Road keeps day-to-day life convenient without overwhelming the town's low-key feel. Champions IGA St Leonards handles the grocery run, and IGA Liquor sits close by for those Friday evening essentials. St Leonards Hardware means minor home projects don't require a long drive, which matters when you're managing a coastal property or mid-build on a new home.
Parks & recreation
Green space is well distributed across the suburb. Leviens Reserve is a local favourite for informal recreation, and Charles McCarthy Memorial Reserve provides a more structured community space. Families with younger children will find Dominico Street Playground a reliable after-school destination.
Beyond the reserves, the bay itself is the suburb's greatest recreational asset. Swimming, fishing, stand-up paddleboarding and sailing are all part of everyday life here, and the flat foreshore terrain makes it easy to get around by bike or on foot.
Getting around
St Leonards is served by bus stops at Bluff Road/Leviens Road and along Murradoc Road near the St Leonards Shops, providing connections into the broader Bellarine Peninsula network. That said, most residents rely on a private vehicle for the majority of their daily travel — the Bellarine Highway links the town to Geelong in roughly 35 to 40 minutes, and from there the Geelong train line puts Melbourne within reach.
The road network across the peninsula has improved steadily, and the Queenscliff–Sorrento ferry crossing offers an alternative route for those heading to the Mornington Peninsula. For buyers who work remotely or commute infrequently, the distance from Melbourne is a manageable trade-off for the lifestyle on offer.
Schools & families
St Leonards Primary School serves the local community and is the cornerstone educational facility within the suburb itself. For secondary schooling, families typically look to neighbouring towns on the Bellarine Peninsula, where a range of government and independent options are accessible by car or bus.
The suburb's generous block sizes, relaxed pace and proximity to the water make it a genuinely family-friendly place to grow up. The combination of outdoor recreation, a tight-knit community and a lower-pressure environment than metropolitan suburbs is a significant drawcard for families making a deliberate move away from the city.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in St Leonards is a mix of older coastal holiday homes, more recently built permanent residences, and a notable proportion of vacant land — current listings show 33% of available stock is land, reflecting ongoing demand from owner-builders and developers. Houses account for 59% of listings, while townhouses and apartments/units each represent just 4%, underlining the suburb's low-density, residential character.
Architecturally, the suburb ranges from modest fibro and weatherboard beach houses to contemporary builds taking full advantage of bay views and the Bellarine's enviable climate. Many blocks are generous by metropolitan standards, giving buyers room to extend, landscape or add a shed.
The property market
St Leonards has recorded steady capital growth, with the median house price sitting at $780,000 and annual price growth of 4.3% — a solid result for a regional coastal suburb navigating the post-pandemic recalibration of the property market. The median rent of $530 per week reflects ongoing demand from longer-term tenants and those testing out peninsula living before committing to purchase.
The availability of land remains one of the suburb's distinguishing features; buyers who missed the window on established coastal homes in more prominent Bellarine towns may find St Leonards offers a more accessible entry point without sacrificing the lifestyle fundamentals. Neighbouring Indented Head and Portarlington provide useful comparison points for buyers benchmarking value across the northern Bellarine.
Market snapshot
St Leonards property market
Median sale price
$778k
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$545
per week
Gross rental yield
3.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$619k
Median
$778k
Premium
$1.45m
Days on market
83
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
82
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +0.0% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in St Leonards by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for St Leonards, VIC 3223.
Population
3,542
residents (2021)
Median age
56
years
Household income
$1,183
median, per week
Median rent
$350
per week
Median mortgage
$1,654
per month
Mortgage / income
32%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in St Leonards
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in St Leonards
$340k
48 Thornton Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$310k
16 Howard Street
Sold ~July 2026
$370k
13 Countess Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$379k
23 Pardolote Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$775k
35 Seabrook Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$810k
52 Countess Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$829k
58 Kane Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$660k
8 Old St Leonard Road
Sold ~July 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
St Leonards suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in St Leonards?
The median house price in St Leonards, VIC is $778k for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 3.7%.
How much is rent in St Leonards?
The median weekly rent in St Leonards is around $545 per week.
Is St Leonards a good place to live?
St Leonards is a coastal township on the Bellarine Peninsula, near Geelong, Victoria, Australia. St Leonards is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 3,542 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of St Leonards?
St Leonards has a population of 3,542 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 56.
What schools are in St Leonards?
There is 1 school in or near St Leonards, including St Leonards Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in St Leonards?
Properties in St Leonards take around 83 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in St Leonards?
Entry-level properties in St Leonards start around $619k, while premium homes reach $1.45m.
What suburbs are near St Leonards?
Suburbs near St Leonards include Leonards.
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