Edinburgh College

Edinburgh College is a private co-educational school located in Lilydale, on the outskirts of Melbourne, offering education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 500 current students. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median score of 27, with 2.60% of students achieving scores above 40. Considering factors such as Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide gives it a comprehensive rating of 38.70.

The Lilydale area where the school is located has a total population of 17,348, with a relatively low Chinese population of just 1.40% (238 people). The area's main ethnic composition includes British (43.39%), Australian (38.98%), Scottish (10.54%), Irish (10.20%), and Italian (7.22%), reflecting a multicultural character.

From a community safety perspective, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Lilydale has a crime rate of 6,681 per 100,000 people, which is 0.98 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a relatively safe area.

In terms of the property market, the median house price in the area is approximately $900,000, while apartments have a median price of around $600,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $600 and $450 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for around $600 and $500 per week respectively.

As a private school, Edinburgh College has high tuition fees, and popular enrollment periods typically require applications several years in advance. Families interested in the school are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process and requirements.