Geelong - Greater Region
Hamlyn Heights
vic 3215
About Hamlyn Heights
A middle to upmarket residential suburb, Hamlyn Heights has tree-lined streets with well-presented homes. It's a sought-after area that continues to grow in popularity for its central location and affordability.
Hamlyn Heights Location
Central to everything, Hamlyn Heights is just 10 minute's drive from Geelong, 50 minutes from Melbourne and 30 minutes from the Surfcoast. The Midland Highway links with some of Victoria's favourite inland destinations. There are plenty of parks, reserves and sporting facilities, and the suburb has a strong sense of community. The suburb offers sweeping views across Corio Bay and, in some parts, north to the You Yangs.
Hamlyn Heights Schools
Hamlyn Heights has many schooling choices with Primary and Secondary schools located in the suburb. There is Herne Hill Primary School, Hamlyn Banks Primary School, Western Heights Secondary College as well as a Specialist Education school in Hamlyn Views. The suburb is also a short drive from Clonard College, Kardinia International College, St Joseph's College, Sacred Heart College and Geelong College.
Shopping & Eating Out in Hamlyn Heights
Hamlyn Heights has two retail areas, a large shopping strip is located in Vines Rd, and a small group of shops also exist on Fairlie St. It’s also a short drive from shops and cafes on Shannon Ave, Minerva Road shops, the vibrant hub of Pakington Street and the Geelong CBD.
Sporting & Recreation in Hamlyn Heights
Nearby sporting facilities include the Geelong Golf Club, Hamlyn Park Tennis Club, Bell Park Sport and Recreation Club. Parks and reserves include Hamlyn Park Playground, Hamlyn Park, Tom Mckean Linear Park, Fairlie Reserve, Downie Crescent Playground, Haines Reserve and Playground, Edgecombe Street Playground, White Gum Drive Playground, Sharland Park and Katoomba Court Playground.
Suburbs near Hamlyn Heights
Batesford
Bell Park
Bell Post Hill
Fyansford
Herne Hill
Manifold Heights
North Geelong
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