Hastings - Somers, VIC 3216
A coastal pocket of Mornington Peninsula where the weekend starts with a swim.
- Beach & coast
- $330/wk Median
- 22.4% Renters
Hastings - Somers Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 24k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $330
- To the CBD
- 15.1km
- Walkability
- 7.6
- Schools within 3 km
- 10
ABS 2021 Census
Hastings - Somers Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Cafés
A steady run of local cafés along the main strip makes weekend mornings easy — coffee, brunch and a slow start within a short walk of most streets.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Signature Spotlight
Beach & Coast
Renters drawn to Hastings - Somers usually cite the same thing first — proximity to the coast. It's a solidly-sized suburb of 23,970 people, 22.4% of whom rent, with a median weekly rent of $330 that reflects its position in the Mornington Peninsula market.
Around Hastings - Somers
Hastings - Somers Cove
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Hastings - Somers Foreshore
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Hastings - Somers
Real questions renters ask before moving to Hastings - Somers.
What's the community like in Hastings - Somers?
Locals describe Hastings - Somers as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 23,970, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Hastings - Somers a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Hastings - Somers has a 22.4% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Hastings - Somers family-friendly for renters?
Hastings - Somers has around 10 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $330/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Mornington Peninsula.
Is Hastings - Somers walkable?
Hastings - Somers carries a walkability score of 7.6/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
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