Greater Geelong City Council · 53.7 km from CBD · Median rent $550/wk
Median rent — Source: DFFH Jun 2025 rental bond data · Crime data — CSA Dec 2025
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| Suburb | Median Rent | Transit | CBD | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lara current | $550/wk | 20/100 | 53.7 km | 0 |
| Avalon | $405/wk | 20/100 | 53.7 km | 0 |
| Portarlington | $451/wk | 29/100 | 45.3 km | 0 |
| Anakie | $568/wk | 57/100 | 24 km | 0 |
| Marcus Hill | $591/wk | 62/100 | 19.7 km | 0 |
Lara has a moderate crime rate, broadly similar to the Melbourne metro average.
939 total incidents recorded · Source: CSA Dec 2025
| School | Type | Sector | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lara Secondary College | secondary | Government | View zone → |
| Lara Primary School | primary | Government | View zone → |
| St Anthony's School | primary | Catholic | View zone → |