Sacred Heart College

Sacred Heart College is a private girls' school located in Newtown in the Greater Geelong area, serving students in Years 7-12 with approximately 1,400 current students. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median score of 31, with 6.30% of students achieving scores above 40. As a private school, fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require enrollment several years in advance, so families interested in applying are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process.

The school is situated in the Newtown area, which offers an excellent community environment and safe conditions. Based on 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 10,445, including 303 Chinese residents representing 2.90% of the population, which is relatively low. The local population consists primarily of residents of English (40.41%), Australian (33.66%), Irish (18.31%), Scottish (14.63%), and Italian (4.78%) heritage.

From a safety perspective, Newtown performs exceptionally well. According to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, the area's crime rate is 3,983 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.58 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area. Regarding housing costs, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, weekly rent for 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses is approximately $480 and $430 respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $500 and $430 per week respectively.

Taking into consideration all factors including Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives Sacred Heart College an overall rating of 72.20 points.