Catholic Regional College SYDENHAM

Catholic Regional College Sydenham is a private co-educational school located in Sydenham, in Melbourne's western suburbs. The school serves students in Years 11-12 and currently has approximately 1,000 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median study score is 29, with 3.60% of students achieving scores above 40.

The school is situated in Sydenham, an area with good safety levels. Based on September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, the local crime rate is 4,802 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.71 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area. The community is diverse, and according to 2021 ABS census data, the total population is 10,578, including 479 Chinese residents, representing 4.50% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups include Australian (17.22%), British (15.41%), Italian (9.17%), Indian (8.21%), and Maltese (6.10%).

Regarding the property market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $700,000, while the median apartment price is around $500,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $480 and $450 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for about $500 and $430 per week respectively.

As a private school, tuition fees are high, and popular schools typically require enrollment several years in advance, so parents are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives this school an overall rating of 56.70 points.