Cardigan

VIC 3352 • Rest of VIC

1,064
Population (2021)
$45,916
Median Income
40.68 km²
Area
421m
Elevation

About Cardigan

Cardigan is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Ballarat (City) area. With a population of 1,064 and a median income of $45,916, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 40.68 km² at an elevation of 421m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Cardigan is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Cardigan falls under postcode 3352 and is governed by Ballarat Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3352
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.54°, 143.74°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
40.68 km²
Elevation
421m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
3.4 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
754
Census 2021
1,064
41.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,520
Income 2021
$45,916
16.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 943
Born Overseas 101

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 28
  • 2. India 12
  • 3. Germany 8
  • 4. New Zealand 7
  • 5. Croatia 6
  • 6. Netherlands 6
  • 7. Philippines 4
  • 8. Japan 3
  • 9. Sri Lanka 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 463
English 406
Irish 148
Scottish 133
German 42
Italian 37
Dutch 27
Maltese 25
Indian 20
Polish 15

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

820
Both parents born in Australia
147
Both parents born overseas
84
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
57.9%
No Religion
37.2%
Hinduism
1.2%
Sikhism
0.7%
Islam
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
58 (5.5%)
5-14 years
195 (18.3%)
15-19 years
125 (11.7%)
20-24 years
54 (5.1%)
25-34 years
87 (8.2%)
35-44 years
152 (14.3%)
45-54 years
190 (17.9%)
55-64 years
129 (12.1%)
65-74 years
64 (6.0%)
75-84 years
22 (2.1%)
85+ years
3 (0.3%)

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