When thinking of the best places to live in Australia, we reckon Torquay- the first stop on the Great Ocean Road- has got to be one of them. Torquay embodies Australia’s rich history of coastal living, with world-famous waves and relaxing small-town vibes. It has been the founding location of brands like Rip Curl and Quicksilver and is the envy of coastal living.
There is a lot to love about Torquay, not that we’re biased at all, but let’s look at the facts which show us that Torquay is a fantastic place to live.
Top liveability score
The entire Surf Coast region scores highly on liveability. In fact, in 2023, three Surf Coast towns made the top 5 regional Victorian cities list for liveability, released by tech and business management group PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).
Torquay, in particular, took second place while Ocean Grove and Angelsea took third and fifth, respectively. The reasons for Torquay’s high ranking include great access to services and infrastructure, bars, cafes and entertainment venues, parks and gardens and low crime rate.
Lifestyle
Torquay offers an attractive lifestyle for outdoor enthusiasts. Our town is internationally famous for its surf beaches and renowned RACV Resort but is equally great for swimmers, fishers, cyclists, hikers, golf and nature lovers.
Education
Another reason why Torquay ranks highly on liveability is because of its access to great schools. Torquay has excellent public and Catholic schools, and has access to Geelong’s top public and private schools as well. Getting to Geelong via bus takes around 50 minutes, or 25 minutes by car.
Hospitals and healthcare
Regional Australia is often lacking when it comes to hospitals and healthcare. Torquay is an exception, with its array of medical clinics and its proximity to St John of God Hospital in Geelong.
Property prices
Property in Torquay has steadily increased in value over time, but is still affordable for a beachside suburb 25 minutes away from a major city. With a median house price of $1.2million, couples or families with a good income and retirees from Melbourne will find Torquay affordable.
Ready to call Torquay home? Natural Real Estate can help with that. We’re an award-winning team of agents who know Torquay and surrounds better than anyone. Our drive isn’t just to buy and sell property; it’s to improve the lives of our locals and help them realise their financial and lifestyle goals. Get in touch with Natural Real Estate to get started today.