Town by Town Snapshot: Breamlea

THE size of Breamlea is approximately 2.8sqkm. It has two parks covering nearly 5.4 per cent of the total area.

The population of Breamlea in 2016 was 162 people. By 2021, the population was 151 showing a decline of 6.8 per cent in the area during that time.

Framed by coastal dunes and the meeting point of the Barwon River and Bass Strait, Breamlea is a quiet coastal pocket offering a slower, more secluded way of life on the Surf Coast.

Tucked between Torquay and Barwon Heads, and around half an hour from Geelong, Breamlea is the kind of place people discover by accident and fall in love with instantly. There are no big shopping strips or crowds here – just peaceful streets, unspoilt nature and the steady sound of the ocean.

The beach and estuary shape daily life, whether it’s an early surf, a wander along the dunes, casting a line into the river or watching the tide roll in across the wide stretch of sand. The surrounding coastal reserve, native vegetation and birdlife give the area a distinctly protected feel.

Community is small but strong, with volunteer groups deeply involved in caring for the coastline and celebrating the town’s low-key character. For cafes, groceries, schools and services, residents make the short trip to nearby Torquay or Geelong – a trade-off many embrace for the peace and space Breamlea offers.

Homes range from original beach shacks and weatherboard cottages to contemporary designs that take in the sea breeze and long coastal views. Buyers are typically those seeking privacy, connection with nature, a holiday retreat or a permanent escape from busier parts of the coast.

Breamlea is a rare find: a coastal haven where the days move at their own pace, where the horizon is wide and open, and where the ocean is never more than a few footsteps away.

The predominant age group in Breamlea is 60-69 years.

Households in Breamlea are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1,400-$1,799 per month on mortgage repayments.

In general, people in Breamlea work in a professional occupation. In 2021, 66.6 per cent of the homes in Breamlea were owner-occupied compared with 76.2 per cent of 2016.

Quick Stats: Breamlea

Population: 151

Male: 54.8%

Female: 45.2%

Median age: 56

5 Year Population Change: -6.8%

Median House Value: $1,520,840

Change in Median House Price (5YRS): 2.6%

Median Asking Rent Per Week: NA

Average Length of Ownership: 6 Years

Median House Price Over Time:

October 2025: $1,520,840

October 2024: $1,532,768

October 2023: $1,445,410

October 2022: $2,369,811

October 2021: $1,481,373

House Sales (12 Months): 6

Land Median Sale Price: NA

Land Sales (12 Months): 1