Black Hill

VIC 3350 • Rest of VIC

2,124
Population (2021)
$41,860
Median Income
1.76 km²
Area
484m
Elevation

About Black Hill

Black Hill is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Ballarat (City) area. With a population of 2,124 and a median income of $41,860, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.76 km² at an elevation of 484m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 484m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Black Hill offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Black Hill 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
-37.55°, 143.87°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
1.76 km²
Elevation
484m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$290
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,393
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,126
Census 2021
2,124
0.1% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,200
Income 2021
$41,860
34.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,732
Born Overseas 271

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 57
  • 2. India 28
  • 3. New Zealand 24
  • 4. China 23
  • 5. Netherlands 12
  • 6. Croatia 11
  • 7. Italy 10
  • 8. Canada 9
  • 9. Malaysia 9
  • 10. Germany 8
  • 11. Philippines 8
  • 12. Hong Kong 7
  • 13. Brazil 5
  • 14. France 5
  • 15. Ireland 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 951
Australian 681
Irish 386
Scottish 268
German 123
Dutch 84
Italian 84
Chinese 53
Australian Aboriginal 48
Indian 40

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,419
Both parents born in Australia
348
Both parents born overseas
223
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.1%
Christianity
38.2%
Hinduism
0.8%
Islam
0.6%
Buddhism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
121 (5.7%)
5-14 years
243 (11.4%)
15-19 years
109 (5.1%)
20-24 years
106 (5.0%)
25-34 years
287 (13.5%)
35-44 years
321 (15.1%)
45-54 years
269 (12.7%)
55-64 years
273 (12.9%)
65-74 years
246 (11.6%)
75-84 years
93 (4.4%)
85+ years
58 (2.7%)

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