PORTLAND波特兰

PORTLAND is situated in Other Regional Victoria. The ABS 2021 Census records a population of 10,016 residents across the area, creating a density of 308 people/km².

Property: Data Vic Q2 2025 shows the median house price at $0.4M, representing substantial growth of 98% over the past 10 years. Units have a median price of $0.3M, with more moderate growth of 33% over the same period.

Education: VCAA 2025 VCE results highlight two main secondary options: Portland Secondary College, the local public school ranked #234 among public institutions, and Bayview College, a private school ranked #190 in the private sector.

Safety: The Crime Statistics Agency (September 2025) reports a crime rate of 13,069 per 100,000 residents, which is 1.92 times the Victorian average of 6,810, indicating a slightly elevated crime rate compared to state levels.

Demographics: The Chinese community represents 0.60% of residents, equating to approximately 60 people, reflecting a smaller ethnic community presence in the area.

Transport: Portland sits approximately 353.3km from the CBD, requiring around 243 minutes by car to reach Melbourne. The suburb does not have a train station, making car travel the primary connection to the capital.