Canadian

VIC 3350 • Rest of VIC

4,098
Population (2021)
$38,948
Median Income
7.79 km²
Area
458m
Elevation

About Canadian

Canadian is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Ballarat (City) area. With a population of 4,098 and a median income of $38,948, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 7.79 km² at an elevation of 458m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 458m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Canadian offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Canadian 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
-37.58°, 143.88°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
7.79 km²
Elevation
458m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,387
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,609
Census 2021
4,098
13.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,540
Income 2021
$38,948
16.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,352
Born Overseas 534

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 106
  • 2. England 85
  • 3. China 41
  • 4. Netherlands 23
  • 5. New Zealand 22
  • 6. Iran 20
  • 7. Pakistan 20
  • 8. Philippines 20
  • 9. Malaysia 15
  • 10. United States 13
  • 11. Nepal 12
  • 12. Germany 11
  • 13. Italy 11
  • 14. South Africa 11
  • 15. Ireland 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,653
Australian 1,577
Irish 619
Scottish 487
German 187
Dutch 124
Italian 114
Chinese 98
Indian 78
Australian Aboriginal 72

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,816
Both parents born in Australia
668
Both parents born overseas
384
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.1%
Christianity
39.5%
Hinduism
1.6%
Islam
1.2%
Buddhism
1.1%
Sikhism
1.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
228 (5.6%)
5-14 years
498 (12.2%)
15-19 years
223 (5.4%)
20-24 years
276 (6.7%)
25-34 years
662 (16.2%)
35-44 years
535 (13.1%)
45-54 years
467 (11.4%)
55-64 years
413 (10.1%)
65-74 years
437 (10.7%)
75-84 years
218 (5.3%)
85+ years
150 (3.7%)

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