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Addington

VIC 3352 • Victoria

65
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.60 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietAgriculturalSemi-Rural
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About Addington

Addington is a small rural locality in the Central Highlands of Victoria, situated within the Moorabool Shire approximately 110 kilometres west of Melbourne. The locality is positioned in the agricultural hinterland between Ballarat and the Pyrenees Ranges, covering around 19 square kilometres of farming land and native bushland. With a 2021 Census population of 65 residents, Addington is a quiet pastoral community in a scenic part of central Victoria.

The surrounding countryside is characterised by rolling farmland, scattered eucalypt woodland, and the open pastoral character typical of the western Victorian Midlands. Ballarat, approximately 45 kilometres to the north-east, is Victoria's second largest regional city and provides a comprehensive range of urban services, cultural institutions, and the historic goldfields heritage of the region. Addington suits farming families and rural lifestyle enthusiasts who value the quietude of central Victorian country within practical reach of Ballarat's amenities.

Addington falls under postcode 3352 and is governed by the Ballarat Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Wendouree (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3352
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Ballarat
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Wendouree (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.48°, 143.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.60 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3352

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3352, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$48,120
Median 2023–24
$57,054
▲ 18.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,245

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3352; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ballarat
45 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • No local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
110 km
By Train
V/Line from Ballarat (~1 hr to Southern Cross)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Accessed via Western Highway; car required to reach Ballarat for public transport

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Addington is a small rural locality with no local services; Ballarat provides all essential services by car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
65
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Ballarat Local Government Area, which contains Addington. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
467.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 46.3%
Motor vehicle theft
449.8 / 100k
2yr Up 23.3% 10yr Up 11.4%
Non-FV assault
395.7 / 100k
2yr Up 38.7% 10yr Up 20.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.6 / 100k
2yr Down 52.3% 10yr Up 67.2%
Steal from vehicle
1,167 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 27.0%
View all offence subgroups for Ballarat →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Addington known for? +

Addington is a quiet rural locality in Victoria's Central Highlands, known for its pastoral farming character in the Moorabool Shire between Ballarat and the Pyrenees Ranges.

How far is Addington from Melbourne? +

Addington is approximately 110 kilometres west of Melbourne, roughly a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Western Highway. Ballarat is approximately 45 kilometres away.

Does Addington have public transport? +

Addington has no local public transport. The nearest V/Line train station is Ballarat, approximately 45 kilometres away, with frequent services to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Addington? +

According to the 2021 Census, Addington has a population of approximately 65 residents, making it a small and quiet rural community.

Is Addington a good place to live? +

Addington suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle in the Victorian Central Highlands, with Ballarat's comprehensive services and the scenic Pyrenees wine region accessible within easy reach.

What is the postcode for Addington? +

The postcode for Addington is 3352.

Is Addington a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Addington is part of the Ballarat LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.