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Clarendon

VIC 3352 • Victoria

163
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
14.76 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietCommuter Belt
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About Clarendon

Clarendon is a small rural locality in the Ballarat region of Victoria, situated approximately 17 kilometres south-east of Ballarat and around 88 kilometres west of Melbourne. Covering nearly 15 square kilometres, the locality has a population of approximately 163 residents and sits within the broader Greater Ballarat area. The surrounding landscape is characterised by open farmland, rolling hills, and the pastoral scenery typical of the Central Highlands of Victoria.

Residents enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle while remaining within easy reach of Ballarat's comprehensive services, including shopping centres, hospitals, schools, and public transport connections to Melbourne. The locality is popular with lifestyle property seekers and farming families who value the space and tranquillity of rural living without straying too far from regional amenities. Clarendon reflects the quiet, agricultural character common to many of the small localities surrounding Ballarat.

Clarendon falls under postcode 3352 and is governed by the Moorabool 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
Moorabool
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Wendouree (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.48°, 143.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
14.76 km²
Population Density
11 /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 Station
17 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • Limited local bus — Ballarat Approx. 25–35 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
88 km
By Train
Drive to Ballarat Station (~17 km), then V/Line train to Southern Cross (~1 hr 20 min)
By Car (Peak)
1.25–1.75 hrs via Western Freeway (M8)
By Car (Off-Peak)
1–1.25 hrs via Western Freeway (M8)

🛣️ Western Freeway (M8) provides direct road access to Melbourne; Ballarat is the primary service hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is required for all errands, with Ballarat the nearest major centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
163
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
319.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 23.2%
Motor vehicle theft
273 / 100k
2yr Up 22.6% 10yr Up 29.3%
Non-FV assault
201.7 / 100k
2yr Up 21.3% 10yr Up 31.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
2.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 19.6%
Steal from vehicle
617.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 17.3%
View all offence subgroups for Moorabool →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clarendon known for? +

Clarendon is known for its quiet rural character and scenic farmland setting in the Ballarat region of Victoria. It offers a peaceful lifestyle typical of the small localities that surround Ballarat, within easy reach of the regional city's full range of services.

How far is Clarendon from Melbourne? +

Clarendon is approximately 88 kilometres west of Melbourne, a drive of around 1–1.75 hours via the Western Freeway (M8) depending on traffic. Ballarat, the nearest major city, is approximately 17 kilometres to the north-west.

Does Clarendon have public transport? +

Clarendon itself has no train station, but Ballarat Station is approximately 17 kilometres away, offering regular V/Line services to Melbourne Southern Cross in about 1 hour 20 minutes. A car is needed to access the station and for local travel.

What is the population of Clarendon? +

Clarendon has a small population of approximately 163 residents, reflecting its character as a quiet rural locality within the Greater Ballarat region of Victoria.

Is Clarendon a good place to live? +

Clarendon suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with reasonable proximity to Ballarat's services and a manageable commute to Melbourne. It appeals particularly to farming families and lifestyle property owners who value open space, fresh air, and the relaxed pace of country living.

What is the postcode for Clarendon? +

The postcode for Clarendon, VIC is 3352, shared with many localities in the greater Ballarat area.

Is Clarendon a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Clarendon is part of the Moorabool 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.