East Geelong, Victoria facts for kids

Quick facts for kids East Geelong Geelong, Victoria
East Geelong Location in City of Greater Geelong
Population	3,862 (2016 census)
• Density	1,246/km2 (3,230/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	3219
Area	3.1 km2 (1.2 sq mi)
LGA(s)	City of Greater Geelong
State electorate(s)	Geelong
Federal Division(s)	Corio
Suburbs around East Geelong: Corio Bay Corio Bay Corio Bay Geelong CBD East Geelong Newcomb South Geelong Thomson Newcomb

East Geelong is a friendly residential area, or "suburb," located in the city of Geelong, in Victoria, Australia. In 2016, about 3,862 people called East Geelong home.

The local post office in East Geelong first opened its doors on June 6, 1921. Before that, an older post office from 1871 was later renamed Moolap West.

East Geelong is home to the large 81-hectare Eastern Park. This park is Geelong's main regional park. It is a very important place for fun and relaxation in central Geelong. The beautiful Geelong Botanic Gardens are found right in the middle of Eastern Park.

If you like sports, East Geelong has an Australian Rules football team. They play in the Geelong & District Football League. Golfers can also enjoy a game at the East Geelong Golf Club, which is located at Eastern Gardens.

Historic Places in East Geelong

East Geelong has several places that are listed for their historical importance. These sites help us remember the past.

• Eastern Cemetery Gatehouse at 141 Ormond Road
• Eastern Park and Geelong Botanic Gardens at 1-55 Garden Street
• First Geelong Customs House at 1-55 Garden Street
• Limeburners Point Lime Kiln Complex at Hearne Parade

Who Lives in East Geelong?

In 2016, the census counted 3,862 people living in East Geelong. Most people, about 82.4%, were born in Australia. The next largest group, 2.9%, were born in England.

About 87.4% of people living in East Geelong spoke only English at home. When it came to religion, many people, 35.9%, said they had no religion. About 28.7% were Catholic, and 9.5% were Anglican.