Newcomb Secondary College

Newcomb Secondary College is a co-educational public secondary school located in Newcomb in the Greater Geelong area, offering education from Years 7 to 12 with approximately 500 students enrolled. As a public school, admission is based on designated school zones, with specific zone information available through findmyschool.vic.gov.au.

According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median study score is 24, with 0.90% of students achieving scores above 40. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide provides a comprehensive rating of 17.50 points.

Regarding community composition, based on 2021 ABS census data, the Newcomb area has a total population of 4,704 people, including 53 Chinese residents, representing 1.10% of the population—a relatively low proportion. The area's main ethnic groups include English (39.90%), Australian (35.82%), Irish (12.73%), Scottish (11.50%), and Italian (5.29%).

In terms of safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, the Newcomb area has a crime rate of 9,673 per 100,000 people, which is 1.42 times the Victorian average (6,810), slightly higher than the state average.

Regarding the property market, Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data shows the area's median house price is approximately $600,000, while the median unit price is around $500,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $480 and $430 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom units both rent for approximately $500 and $430 per week respectively.