Browse property in Breakwater

Overview

Breakwater sits just 4 km south‑south‑east of Geelong’s CBD, offering a waterfront lifestyle along the Barwon River while remaining close to the city’s core. The suburb blends residential streets with light industrial sites, creating a varied housing mix that appeals to families, professionals and small‑business owners. With a population of 1,014 at the 2016 census, Breakwater enjoys a community feel yet benefits from nearby green spaces such as Belmont Park and the scenic Goat Island precinct.

Lifestyle and amenities revolve around the Geelong Racing Club, Geelong Racecourse and the Geelong Showgrounds, which host the annual Royal Geelong Show and a range of events. Transport options include the former Geelong Racecourse railway station within walking distance and easy road links to neighboring suburbs like Whittington and Thomson. Families appreciate the proximity to schools such as Geelong East Primary and MacKillop Specialist School, while the Barwon Sewer Aqueduct and local weather stations highlight the suburb’s well‑established infrastructure.