Ballarat North

VIC 3350 • Rest of VIC

4,041
Population (2021)
$37,596
Median Income
2.66 km²
Area
469m
Elevation

About Ballarat North

Ballarat North is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Ballarat (City) area. With a population of 4,041 and a median income of $37,596, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.66 km² at an elevation of 469m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 469m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Ballarat North offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

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

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3350
Urban Area
Ballarat
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.54°, 143.87°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
2.66 km²
Elevation
469m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$285
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,416
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,925
Census 2021
4,041
3.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,056
Income 2021
$37,596
25.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,518
Born Overseas 364

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 89
  • 2. New Zealand 24
  • 3. India 23
  • 4. Sri Lanka 19
  • 5. United States 17
  • 6. China 16
  • 7. Netherlands 14
  • 8. Ireland 11
  • 9. Scotland 11
  • 10. Malaysia 10
  • 11. Philippines 9
  • 12. South Africa 9
  • 13. Germany 8
  • 14. Thailand 8
  • 15. Croatia 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,806
Australian 1,560
Irish 725
Scottish 564
German 185
Italian 116
Dutch 94
Chinese 60
Australian Aboriginal 42
Indian 40

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,026
Both parents born in Australia
450
Both parents born overseas
380
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.0%
No Religion
44.7%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.8%
Islam
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
220 (5.4%)
5-14 years
494 (12.2%)
15-19 years
186 (4.6%)
20-24 years
215 (5.3%)
25-34 years
501 (12.4%)
35-44 years
493 (12.2%)
45-54 years
488 (12.1%)
55-64 years
500 (12.4%)
65-74 years
419 (10.4%)
75-84 years
330 (8.2%)
85+ years
195 (4.8%)

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