Portland Property & Rent
Price Trend (2014-2024)
Portland Safety
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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
Portland Community Overview
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📍 About Portland
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.