Below Average 23.57
Public School Co-educational Year 7-12

Lilydale Heights College

Lilydale , Melbourne
17-19 Nelson Rd, Lilydale VIC 3140, Australia

VCE Academic Performance

Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025 Methodology
23.57
AU Guide Score
Top 83%
25
VCE Median Score
Top 89%
1.5%
40+ Score Rate
Top 80%
125
VCE Students
Top 62%
Academic 12.3/80.0 Below Avg
Uni Focus 4.6/10.0 Below Avg
VCE Rate 4.8/5.0 High
Size 1.9/5.0 Small
Senior Secondary Completion and Achievement data source: Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA). The VCAA is not associated with the AU Guide and does not endorse any of the views or recommendations of the AU Guide. The VCAA's assessment data for a given year cannot be used to predict results for schools or students in subsequent years. Each year's assessment results will vary due to different assessments being used and different populations of students participating in the assessment.

Lilydale Community & Property

Population
17,348 Total Population
595 Density/km²
Area Safety
Safe Safety Rating
6,681 Local Crime Rate
6,810 VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
43.4% English
39.0% Aust
10.5% Scottish
10.2% Irish
Property Prices
$871K House Median
+79.0% 10yr Growth
$622K Unit Median
+0.0% 10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$595 3BR House
$450 2BR House
$600 3BR Unit
$498 2BR Unit

School Overview

About This School
Lilydale Heights College is a co-educational public school located in Lilydale, on the outskirts of Melbourne, serving students in years 7-12 with approximately 800 students enrolled. As a public school, enrollment is based on designated school zones, which can be found at findmyschool.vic.gov.au.

According to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median study score of 25, with 1.50% of students achieving scores above 40. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population demographics and community safety, AU Guide rates the school with an overall score of 28.20.

Regarding the community environment, 2021 ABS census data shows Lilydale has a total population of 17,348, including 238 Chinese residents, representing 1.40% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The area's main ethnic groups include British (43.39%), Australian (38.98%), Scottish (10.54%), Irish (10.20%), and Italian (7.22%).

In terms of safety, September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data shows Lilydale has a crime rate of 6,681 per 100,000 people, which is 0.98 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it below the state average and relatively safe.

For housing prices, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Lilydale Heights College achieved a median VCE study score of 25 and 1.50% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 23.57/100.
Lilydale Heights College is a government school located in LILYDALE. It is a co-educational school offering Year 7 to 12 education with approximately 800 students enrolled. Government schools operate on a zone-based enrolment system. You can check your designated school zone at findmyschool.vic.gov.au.
Lilydale Heights College is located in LILYDALE. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 17,348. The population density is 595 per km². The main ancestries are: English (43.39%), Aust (38.98%), Scottish (10.54%), Irish (10.20%), Italian (7.22%).
Lilydale Heights College is located in LILYDALE. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), LILYDALE has a crime rate of 6,681 per 100,000 population, which is 1.0x the Victorian average (6,810). This is below the Victorian average, considered a safe area.
Lilydale Heights College is located in LILYDALE. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $870K and the median unit price is $622K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $600/week, 2-bedroom house $450/week, 3-bedroom unit $600/week, 2-bedroom unit $500/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025