Manifold Heights
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About Manifold Heights

Manifold Heights is a residential suburb of Geelong. It was named after Manifolds’ vineyards.

Manifold Heights History

Manifold Heights was named after Manifolds’ vineyards, which existed between Minerva Road and Shannon Avenue, immediately east of the Geelong Western Cemetery in Herne Hill. The vineyards were owned by the prominent Western District pastoralists John and Peter Manifold. The Post Office opened in 1929 but has always been known as Manifold.

Manifold Heights Location

One of the premier suburbs in the Geelong region, Manifold Heights is a great area for families or investors. Conveniently located close to Geelong Train Station and Geelong Bypass to the west for travelling either north or south, Melbourne or the Surfcoast. There's easy access to the Geelong CBD via Aberdeen Street, just a 10-minute drive. A beautiful quiet suburb with wide tree-lined streets.

Property Styles in Manifold Heights

Real estate is sought after in Manifold Heights with gorgeous renovated period and newer homes. There are also a variety of apartments and townhouses.

Schools in Manifold Heights

Schools in Manifold Heights include Holy Spirit School and Manifold Heights Primary. As well as a range of other schools in the surrounding suburbs including Geelong College, Newtown Primary School, St Joseph's College, Clonard College, Herne Hill Kindergarten and Deakin University.

Shopping & Eating Out in Manifold Heights

In Manifold Heights, there are Minerva Road Shops which includes cafes, pharmacist, post office, bakery and takeaway. Nearby you'll also find the Pakington Street and Shannon Avenue shopping precincts and it's just a 10-minute drive to shopping in Geelong's city centre. There's easy access to supermarkets, doctors and other shopping.

Sporting & Recreation in Manifold Heights

There are many local reserves and bike paths for enjoyment in Manifold Heights and the surrounding suburbs, including Herne Hill Reserve, Peter Lowe Reserve, Kevin Kirby Reserve, Hurst Reserve, Girton Crescent Playground, Zillah Crawcour Park, Sparrow Park and Queens Park Golf Course. As well as being conveniently located within a 5 minute drive of the Geelong waterfront.