website design northcote
Local websites, SEO and Google Ads built for Northcote businesses — live fast, rank higher.
Congero builds mobile-first websites for Northcote shops, tradies and services. We include local SEO, hosting, domain and unlimited updates for one simple monthly price so you can focus on running your business in Northcote (High Street, Merri Creek and surrounding suburbs).
All-inclusive per month
AI site demo via WhatsApp
Optimised for Northcote searches
Content updates included
Why local website design matters for Northcote businesses
People searching for services in Northcote expect fast, relevant results. Whether you're a café on High Street, a plumber serving Northcote VIC 3070, or a hair salon near Northcote Plaza, your website needs to speak directly to locals. Local-first design and SEO turn nearby searches into phone calls and foot traffic.
Local visibility = more customers
We focus on the factors Google uses to rank local businesses: consistent business listings, Google Business Profile optimisation, local keyword targeting (e.g., "electrician Northcote"), and fast mobile pages that convert visitors into enquiries.
- Google Business Profile setup & optimisation for Northcote
- Location-specific landing pages (High Street, Merri Creek catchment)
- Structured data and local schema for service areas and opening hours
Local SEO tailored to Northcote (not generic)
Generic SEO won't get you to the top of Northcote searches. Our local SEO includes targeted keyword research for Northcote VIC, on-page optimisation, citation building on local directories, and content that highlights what makes your business unique to locals.
Geo-targeted keywords
We optimise pages for searches like "cafe Northcote", "Northcote electrician", "carpenter near Northcote".
Reputation & reviews
Review acquisition guidance and Google review monitoring to increase trust and ranking signals locally.
Local citations
Accurate listings (ABN, address, phone) across directories used by Northcote customers and local aggregators.
What we measure
- Local rankings for target keywords
- Phone calls and direction requests from Google
- Foot-traffic signals from Google Business Profile
Design that converts Northcote visitors into customers
We design with local customers in mind — clear CTAs for calls and bookings, prominent opening hours for locals, and gallery sections that show your Northcote work (shops, roofs, gardens, or makeovers).
Mobile-first layouts
Most local searches happen on mobile. We prioritise thumb-friendly buttons, click-to-call, and fast rendering on 4G/5G in Northcote.
Fast performance
Optimised images, lazy loading and lightweight code so pages load under 2.5s — essential for local ranking.
Text-in updates
Need to update a special for Northcote Cup Day? Text us and we'll make changes — unlimited updates included.
Hosting & security
Secure hosting, SSL and automated backups are included so your site stays online for customers in Northcote.
Google Ads & local campaigns for immediate leads
Organic SEO takes time. For quick enquiries during busy periods (e.g., end-of-financial-year, local events on High Street), targeted Google Ads put you at the top of Northcote searches the same day.
Local search ads
We build ads for "near me" queries and service + suburb combos (e.g., "plumber Northcote").
Geo-targeting
Set precise radius targeting (Northcote and neighbouring suburbs) to control ad spend and focus on customers nearby.
Conversion tracking
Track calls, form submits and direction requests so you know exactly which ads work for Northcote customers.
Budget tip: Small local businesses often see results with modest daily budgets ($10–30/day) when campaigns are tightly targeted and landing pages are optimised for conversions.
Northcote results — real local wins
Examples of the kind of outcomes Congero achieves for local Northcote businesses (anonymised):
Cafe on High Street
New mobile-first site + Google Business Profile optimisation.
- +45% more phone orders in 8 weeks
- Peak-time menu updates via text
Local plumber
Service pages + targeted Ads for emergency callouts.
- 50% increase in same-day jobs
- Top-3 placement for "emergency plumber Northcote"
Beautician near Northcote Plaza
Online bookings and remarketing ads.
- 30% more online bookings in the first month
- Lowered cost-per-booking by 35%
Results vary by business — above outcomes are representative examples of Congero-managed local improvements.
Pricing & what's included
Simple, all-inclusive pricing so Northcote businesses know exactly what they pay each month.
Starter
Single-location local businesses
- Mobile-responsive site
- Domain registration
- Local SEO basics
- Unlimited text-in updates
Grow
For businesses using ads & multi-page sites
- Everything in Starter
- Dedicated landing pages
- Google Ads management (add budget)
- Monthly analytics & insights
Pro
Advanced needs (e-commerce, booking systems)
- Custom features & integrations
- Advanced tracking & CRO
- Priority support
All plans include domain, hosting, SSL, and unlimited updates. No lock-in contracts — cancel anytime. We launch sites fast and handle ongoing maintenance so you can serve Northcote customers without technical hassle.
Frequently asked questions
How quickly can my Northcote site go live?
Will you optimise for "Northcote" keywords?
Do you manage Google Ads for small budgets?
What if I need changes after launch?
Ready to get more customers from Northcote?
Professional website design, local SEO and Google Ads: all managed for you at one predictable monthly price. Fast launch, unlimited updates, and real local focus.
All plans include domain, hosting, SSL and unlimited updates. No lock-in contracts.
