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Cambrian Hill

VIC 3352 • Victoria

292
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
10.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricSemi-RuralAffordable
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About Cambrian Hill

Cambrian Hill is a quiet rural locality situated approximately 8 kilometres south of Ballarat, within the City of Ballarat local government area in central Victoria. Covering just under 11 square kilometres near the Yarrowee River, the settlement was established during the mid-19th century gold rush and named by Welsh miners after Cambria — the Latin derivation of Cymry, the Welsh word for Wales. With a population of around 292 residents, the locality retains a semi-rural character on the southern fringe of greater Ballarat.

Cambrian Hill's rich goldfields heritage is reflected in its landscape, with remnant mining deposits and historic buildings recalling its peak population of over 1,100 in the 1870s. The locality now offers an affordable rural lifestyle within easy reach of Sebastopol and central Ballarat, where residents access a full range of schools, supermarkets, health services, and cultural facilities. Quiet back roads, rural outlooks, and proximity to the Yarrowee River corridor make it a characterful semi-rural address for those seeking space outside the city.

Cambrian Hill falls under postcode 3352 and is governed by the Golden Plains 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
Golden Plains
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Wendouree (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.48°, 143.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
10.56 km²
Population Density
28 /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
8 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Ballarat regional network — Ballarat CBD 15–20 min by car; limited bus coverage

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
116 km
By Train
Drive to Ballarat station (~10 min), then V/Line train to Melbourne (~70 min)
By Car (Peak)
90–110 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
80–95 min

🛣️ Western Freeway and Western Ring Road are the main routes to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Cambrian Hill has no walkable commercial precinct; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
292
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
189.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 57.4%
Motor vehicle theft
130.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.1%
Non-FV assault
63.3 / 100k
2yr Up 16.6% 10yr Down 22.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
174.9 / 100k
2yr Up 29.0% 10yr Down 31.2%
View all offence subgroups for Golden Plains →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cambrian Hill known for? +

Cambrian Hill is known for its Welsh goldfields heritage — it was settled by Welsh miners in the 1860s and named after Cambria, the Latin name for Wales. At its peak it had over 1,100 residents; today it is a quiet semi-rural locality with historic character near Ballarat.

How far is Cambrian Hill from Ballarat? +

Cambrian Hill is approximately 8 kilometres south of central Ballarat, making it a 10 to 15 minute drive to the city's shops, schools, and services.

Does Cambrian Hill have public transport? +

There is no train station in Cambrian Hill; the nearest station is Ballarat (about 8km away), served by V/Line trains to Melbourne. Local bus coverage is limited and a car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Cambrian Hill? +

At the 2021 Census, Cambrian Hill had a population of approximately 292 residents, a far cry from its 19th-century goldfields peak of over 1,100 people.

Is Cambrian Hill a good place to live? +

Cambrian Hill suits those after an affordable semi-rural lifestyle on the southern edge of Ballarat, with quiet rural surrounds, historic character, and straightforward access to Ballarat's full range of services.

What is the postcode for Cambrian Hill? +

The postcode for Cambrian Hill is 3352.

Is Cambrian Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cambrian Hill is part of the Golden Plains 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.