Ballarat East

VIC 3350 • Rest of VIC

5,937
Population (2021)
$33,072
Median Income
5.98 km²
Area
456m
Elevation

About Ballarat East

Ballarat East is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Ballarat (City) area. With a population of 5,937 and a median income of $33,072, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 5.98 km² at an elevation of 456m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 456m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Ballarat East offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Ballarat East falls under postcode 3350 and is governed by Ballarat Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eureka (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3350
Urban Area
Ballarat
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.57°, 143.89°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
5.98 km²
Elevation
456m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$290
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,623
Census 2021
5,937
5.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,872
Income 2021
$33,072
18.7% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,958
Born Overseas 659

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 154
  • 2. India 78
  • 3. New Zealand 52
  • 4. United States 29
  • 5. Netherlands 23
  • 6. Italy 21
  • 7. Philippines 21
  • 8. Scotland 21
  • 9. South Africa 18
  • 10. Nepal 17
  • 11. China 14
  • 12. Canada 12
  • 13. Germany 12
  • 14. Croatia 11
  • 15. Malaysia 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,587
Australian 2,245
Irish 1,003
Scottish 760
German 270
Italian 181
Dutch 157
Australian Aboriginal 118
Indian 69
Chinese 64

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,120
Both parents born in Australia
788
Both parents born overseas
579
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.6%
Christianity
38.6%
Hinduism
1.0%
Buddhism
0.5%
Sikhism
0.4%
Islam
0.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
262 (4.4%)
5-14 years
622 (10.5%)
15-19 years
251 (4.2%)
20-24 years
373 (6.3%)
25-34 years
888 (15.0%)
35-44 years
695 (11.7%)
45-54 years
629 (10.6%)
55-64 years
703 (11.8%)
65-74 years
715 (12.0%)
75-84 years
468 (7.9%)
85+ years
329 (5.5%)

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