Town by Town Snapshot: Freshwater Creek

THE size of Freshwater Creek is approximately 53.5sqkm. The population of Freshwater Creek in 2016 was 414 people. By 2021, the population was 454 showing a population growth of 9.7 per cent in the area during that time.

Tucked between Torquay and Mount Duneed, Freshwater Creek is a quiet rural enclave that blends country charm with coastal convenience. Just 15 minutes from Geelong and 10 minutes from the surf, it’s a landscape defined by wide skies, fertile paddocks and a deep-rooted sense of community.

Settled in the mid-1800s, the district was once home to thriving dairy farms and market gardens that supplied nearby towns. Many of its original farmhouses and cottages remain, alongside newer lifestyle properties that take advantage of the sweeping views and peaceful surroundings.

At the heart of the area sits the Freshwater Creek Steiner School, known for its focus on creativity and connection to nature, and the much-loved Freshwater Creek Cakes, where locals and travellers alike stop in for a sweet treat and a chat. The nearby recreation reserve and community hall host events and gatherings that bring neighbours together, continuing a long tradition of country hospitality.

The surrounding roads lead to surf breaks, wineries and farm gates, while cycling routes and walking trails wind through the open countryside. With its blend of rural space, easy access to the coast and proximity to Geelong, Freshwater Creek offers a relaxed, family-friendly lifestyle. It’s the kind of place where life moves gently with the seasons and community ties still run strong.

The predominant age group in Freshwater Creek is 10-19.

Households in Freshwater Creek are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying more than $4,000 per month on mortgage repayments.

In general, people in Freshwater Creek work in a managerial occupation. In 2021, 81.5 per cent of the homes in Freshwater Creek were owner-occupied compared with 82 per cent in 2016.

Quick Stats: Freshwater Creek

Population: 454

Male: 48.1%

Female: 51.9%

Median age: 45

5 Year Population Change: 9.7%

Median House Value: $1,834,660

Change in Median House Price (5 Years): −17.8%

Median Asking Rent Per Week: NA

Average Length of Ownership (Years): NA

Median House Price Over Time:

October 2025: $1,834,660

October 2024: $3,756,196

October 2023: $3,225,606

October 2022: $2,710,834

October 2021: $2,230,129

House Sales (12 Months): 1

Land Median Sale Price: NA

Land Sales (12 Months): 1