Town by Town Snapshot: Moriac

THE size of Moriac is approximately 17.1sqm. The population of Moriac in 2016 was 782 people. By 2021, the population was 852 people showing a population growth of 9 per cent in the area during that time.

Set among gently rolling farmland just inland from the Surf Coast, Moriac offers a quieter counterpoint to the region’s coastal hubs. Located about 15 minutes from Torquay and a short drive from Geelong, the township combines rural outlooks with strong connections to the coast and city.

Moriac retains the feel of a traditional country town, shaped by long-standing local ties and a strong sense of community. Sporting clubs and community groups play a central role in daily life, reinforcing the town’s close-knit character and steady pace.

Surrounded by open paddocks and volcanic plains, Moriac’s landscape reflects its agricultural roots, with farming continuing to shape the area’s identity. The township also sits close to key regional corridors, providing convenient access to the Surf Coast Highway, Geelong Ring Road and nearby coastal destinations including Bells Beach and Jan Juc.

While small in size, Moriac benefits from proximity to larger service centres, with schools, shopping and healthcare available in nearby Torquay, Waurn Ponds and Geelong. This balance has seen the town increasingly appeal to families and lifestyle buyers seeking space, privacy and a slower pace of life without sacrificing accessibility.

Housing in Moriac is defined by generous block sizes and a mix of established homes, acreage properties and newer builds on the town’s edges. With limited subdivision opportunities and a tightly held market, property in Moriac remains sought after by buyers looking for a semi-rural lifestyle within the Surf Coast orbit.

Grounded, connected and quietly evolving, Moriac continues to attract those drawn to country living with the coast close at hand. It is a township shaped by its landscape, its history and its strong sense of community.

The predominant age group in Moriac is 40-49 years.

Households in Moriac are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1,800-$2,399 per month on mortgage repayments.

In general, people in Moriac work in a professional occupation. In 2021, 92.3 per cent of the homes in Moriac were owner-occupied compared with 95 per cent in 2016.

Quick Stats

Moriac

Population: 852

Male: 49.1%

Female: 50.9%

Median age: 38

5 Year Population Change: 9%

Median House Value: $2,200,523

Change in Median House Price (5YRS): 113.9%

Median Asking Rent Per Week: $650

Average Length of Ownership: 15 years

Median House Price Over Time:

November 2025: $2,200,523

November 2024: $1,231,603

November 2023: $1,319,569

November 2022: $1,203,821

November 2021: $1,028,385

House Sales (12 Months): 6

Land Median Sale Price: NA

Land Sales (12 Months): 1