Colac Surrounds, VIC 3397
Regional Victoria living — space, quiet and a genuine community feel.
- Regional lifestyle
- $250/wk Median
- 12.1% Renters
Colac Surrounds Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 5.7k
- Median age
- 45
- Median weekly rent
- $250
- To the CBD
- 126km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Colac Surrounds Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
Colac Surrounds is a regional Victoria community of 5,669 residents, with 12.1% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $250 — noticeably kinder to the budget than Victoria's capital. It's the kind of close-knit town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Colac Surrounds
Colac Surrounds Memorial Park
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Colac Surrounds Memorial Park
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Colac Surrounds
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Colac Surrounds
Real questions renters ask before moving to Colac Surrounds.
Is Colac Surrounds family-friendly for renters?
Colac Surrounds has around 4 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $250/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Regional VIC.
What's the community like in Colac Surrounds?
Locals describe Colac Surrounds as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 5,669, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Colac Surrounds a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Colac Surrounds has a 12.1% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
How much does it cost to rent in Colac Surrounds?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Colac Surrounds is $250. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $250 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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