Indigenous Location · Area profile
Portland
64 km²
A steady coastal presence in the Glenelg region, Portland remains a stable community with a distinct regional identity. It is a place where the pace of life is slower than in the state's larger hubs. While it offers a functional layout for residents, the area is less connected to services and amenities than the typical Victorian town. This creates a setting where most people rely on vehicles for their daily needs.
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The First Nations community in Portland is notably young, with a typical age of 23. However, Year 12 completion is at 28.6%, which is far below the Victorian figure of 42.4%.
Portland is somewhat walkable, but far below the state average. Only 34.5% of homes have a 15-minute-city walkshed, and access to health services within a 15-minute walk is much lower than the Victorian figure.