Portarlington, VIC 3330
A slower pace than Geelong, with space and community to match.
- Regional lifestyle
- $340/wk Median
- 20.8% Renters
Portarlington Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9.5k
- Median age
- 59
- Median weekly rent
- $340
- To the CBD
- 28.7km
- Walkability
- 7.2
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Portarlington Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
Portarlington offers a genuinely different pace from Geelong's centre — more space, a stronger sense of community, and a median weekly rent of $340 that's noticeably kinder to the budget. Population sits at 9,536, with 20.8% renting rather than owning.
Around Portarlington
Portarlington Memorial Park
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Portarlington Memorial Park
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Portarlington
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Portarlington
Real questions renters ask before moving to Portarlington.
How far is Portarlington from the Geelong CBD?
Portarlington is approximately 28km from the Geelong CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
What's the community like in Portarlington?
Locals describe Portarlington as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 9,536, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Portarlington walkable?
Portarlington carries a walkability score of 7.2/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
How much does it cost to rent in Portarlington?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Portarlington is $340. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $340 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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