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Clarkes Hill

VIC 3352 • Victoria

75
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
12.16 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralAffordablePeaceful
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About Clarkes Hill

Clarkes Hill is a small rural locality in central Victoria, situated within the Shire of Moorabool approximately 18 kilometres north-east of Ballarat and 112 kilometres west of Melbourne. At around 644 metres above sea level, it is among the higher-elevated localities in the region, with the Western Freeway providing good connectivity to both Ballarat and Melbourne. With a population of just 75 at the 2021 Census spread across 12 square kilometres, Clarkes Hill retains the quiet character of a small rural hamlet with views across the surrounding farmland.

The locality has a small but notable community presence, including St Mary's Primary School — a modest Catholic school serving the hamlet and surrounding farms. The Western Freeway corridor makes Clarkes Hill more accessible than many rural localities its size, with Ballarat's full range of services, shops, hospitals, and schools within a 20 to 25 minute drive. The elevated terrain delivers sweeping rural vistas, and the surrounding Moorabool countryside offers a relaxed semi-rural lifestyle appealing to those wanting space and quiet while remaining within reach of a major regional city.

Clarkes Hill 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
12.16 km²
Population Density
6 /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
20 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service to Clarkes Hill — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
112 km
By Train
Drive to Ballarat Station (~20 km), then V/Line Ballarat Line to Southern Cross (~1 hr 10 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 20 min - 1 hr 40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min

🛣️ The Western Freeway provides direct access to Melbourne. Ballarat (18 km south-west) is the nearest major service centre with train connections to Melbourne.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Clarkes Hill is a small rural hamlet; aside from the local school, a car is required for all shopping and daily services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
75
▲ 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 Clarkes Hill. 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 Clarkes Hill known for? +

Clarkes Hill is a quiet rural hamlet in Moorabool Shire known for its elevated position, sweeping rural views, and accessibility via the Western Freeway. The locality is home to St Mary's Primary School, a small Catholic school serving the surrounding farming community.

How far is Clarkes Hill from Ballarat? +

Clarkes Hill is approximately 18 kilometres north-east of Ballarat, making it roughly a 20 to 25 minute drive via the Western Freeway.

How far is Clarkes Hill from Melbourne? +

Clarkes Hill is approximately 112 kilometres west of Melbourne, accessible in around 1 hour 10 minutes off-peak via the Western Freeway.

Does Clarkes Hill have public transport? +

There is no bus service to Clarkes Hill itself. The nearest train station is Ballarat (approximately 18-20 km south-west), which is served by V/Line trains to Melbourne Southern Cross Station. Residents require a car to access public transport.

What is the population of Clarkes Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Clarkes Hill has a population of 75 residents, consistent with its character as a small rural hamlet in central Victoria.

What is the postcode for Clarkes Hill? +

The postcode for Clarkes Hill, VIC is 3352, shared with Ballarat and a number of surrounding localities.

Is Clarkes Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Clarkes Hill 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.