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Portland

VIC 3305 • Rest of VIC

10,016
Population (2021)
$32,084
Median Income
32.50 km²
Area
24m
Elevation
CoastalHistoricRegional CentreAffordable

About Portland

Portland is Victoria's oldest settlement and westernmost coastal city, 360 kilometres from Melbourne. With around 10,000 residents, it serves as a port and tourist destination, with stunning coastal scenery and whale-watching opportunities. The aluminium smelter has long been a major employer.

The coastal setting is exceptional—dramatic cliffs, pristine beaches, and whale watching make Portland a genuine discovery. Heritage buildings from Victoria's earliest European settlement add character. Portland attracts retirees, sea-changers, and those seeking affordable coastal living in a historic town.

Portland falls under postcode 3305 and is governed by Glenelg Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3305
Urban Area
Portland
LGA
Glenelg
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.36°, 141.61°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
32.50 km²
Elevation
24m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    95-97B Percy Street Portland 3305 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$250
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,083
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
47 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,712
Census 2021
10,016
▲ 3.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,040
Income 2021
$32,084
▲ 18.7% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 8,366
Born Overseas 948

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 242
  • 2. New Zealand 129
  • 3. Philippines 67
  • 4. Netherlands 51
  • 5. Scotland 36
  • 6. India 34
  • 7. South Africa 34
  • 8. Nepal 26
  • 9. Germany 18
  • 10. Thailand 18
  • 11. Malaysia 14
  • 12. United States 12
  • 13. Vietnam 12
  • 14. Zimbabwe 12
  • 15. China 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 4,344
Australian 4,181
Scottish 1,235
Irish 1,036
German 573
Australian Aboriginal 288
Dutch 215
Italian 142
Filipino 85
Welsh 68

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

7,286
Both parents born in Australia
1,178
Both parents born overseas
864
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.5%
Christianity
41.3%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.5%
Islam
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
456 (4.6%)
5-14 years
1,116 (11.1%)
15-19 years
560 (5.6%)
20-24 years
489 (4.9%)
25-34 years
965 (9.6%)
35-44 years
1,068 (10.7%)
45-54 years
1,300 (13.0%)
55-64 years
1,549 (15.5%)
65-74 years
1,424 (14.2%)
75-84 years
755 (7.5%)
85+ years
329 (3.3%)

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