Lilydale Property & Rent
Price Trend (2014-2024)
Lilydale Safety
Crime Type Distribution Click category for details
Includes assault, robbery, sexual offences, threats and intimidation - crimes directly harming personal safety
Includes burglary, vehicle theft, shoplifting, fraud, and property damage - the most common crime type
Includes drug possession, trafficking, manufacturing, and cultivation of illegal substances
Includes disturbing public order, unlawful weapon possession, harassment, and drunk and disorderly conduct
Includes breach of bail conditions, resist arrest, breach of community orders, and contempt of court
Includes environmental crimes, serious traffic violations, public health violations, and other uncategorised offences
Lilydale Community Overview
Population Overview
Main Ethnicities
Transport
Lilydale Schools
Local Schools 4
Nearby Top Schools 5
Oxley Christian College
Billanook College
Mount Evelyn Christian School
Mooroolbark College
Yarra Hills Secondary College
Suburbs Near LILYDALE
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📍 About Lilydale
LILYDALE is a suburb situated in Melbourne's Interface region. The ABS 2021 Census records a population of 17,348 residents across the area, creating a population density of 595 people/km².
Property: The local housing market shows strong growth, with Data Vic Q2 2025 reporting a median house price of $1.0M, representing a substantial 79% increase over the past 10 years. Units in the area have a median price of $0.6M.
Education: Educational options include both public and private schools, with VCAA 2025 VCE results showing Lilydale Heights College as the local public option ranked #208 among public schools, while Mount Lilydale Mercy College serves as the private alternative, ranked #209 among private institutions.
Safety: The suburb maintains a relatively secure environment, with the Crime Statistics Agency (September 2025) recording a crime rate of 6681 per 100,000 residents. This figure sits at 0.98 times the Victorian average of 6810, indicating Lilydale is a safe area for residents.
Demographics: The local community includes Chinese residents who make up 1.40% of the population, representing approximately 242 people and forming a smaller Chinese community within the suburb.
Transport: Connectivity to Melbourne's city centre involves a journey of approximately 42.4km, typically taking 52 minutes by car. Public transport access is provided through the local train station, which operates on the Lilydale line.