Town by Town Snapshot: Point Lonsdale

THE size of Point Lonsdale is approximately 14.3sqkm. It has 12 parks covering nearly 11.9 per cent of the total area.

The population of Point Lonsdale in 2016 was 2,684 people. By 2021, the population was 3,788 showing a population growth of 41.1 per cent in the area during that time.

Perched at the entrance to Port Phillip Bay where the ocean meets the bay, Point Lonsdale is a character-filled seaside town blending coastal beauty, maritime history and a laid-back village feel.

Just over an hour from Melbourne, it has long been a favourite holiday spot for families, day-trippers and those drawn to the Bellarine Peninsula’s relaxed charm.

The town’s most recognisable landmark is the Point Lonsdale Lighthouse, which has guided ships through the notorious “Rip” — one of Australia’s most treacherous stretches of water — since 1902. Set on a bluff overlooking the ocean, the lighthouse precinct also offers panoramic views across to Point Nepean and Bass Strait, and remains a popular destination for walkers, photographers and history enthusiasts.

Along the bay side, Point Lonsdale Pier is a favourite spot for fishing, strolling and soaking in views across the calm waters of Port Phillip. The sheltered bay beaches are perfect for families, while the ocean beach to the south provides surf breaks, rockpools and wild coastal scenery.

The town centre retains a charming village character, with cafes, boutique shops and a small by lively strip of services catering to both locals and visitors. Nearby Queenscliff, just a few minutes’ drive away, provides additional amenities and attractions, including the Searoad Ferry terminal linking the Bellarine with the Mornington Peninsula.

Point Lonsdale is steeped in maritime and military history. Remnants of these coastal defence structures can still be seen in and around the area, adding to the town’s unique heritage appeal.

Today, Point Lonsdale is home to a welcoming and tight-knit community, where long-term locals and sea-changers alike enjoy a relaxed pace of life, quality schools and easy access to the Bellarine Rail Trail, coastal walking tracks and neighbouring wineries and farmgates of the peninsula.

It is one of the Bellarine’s most desirable places to live.

The predominant age group in Point Lonsdale is 60-69 years.

Households in Point Lonsdale are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1,800 – $2,399 per month on mortgage repayments.

In general, people in Point Lonsdale work in a professional occupation. In 2021, 79.6 per cent of the homes in Point Lonsdale were owner-occupied compared with 79 per cent in 2016.

Quick Stats

Point Lonsdale

Population: 3,788

Male: 46.3%

Female: 53.7%

Median age: 61

5 Year Population Change: 41.1%

Median House Value: $1,383,240

Change in Median House Price (5 Years): -1.53%

Median Asking Rent Per Week: $600

Average Length of Ownership (Years): 14

Median House Price Over Time: