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Creswick North

VIC 3363 • Victoria

55
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
11.60 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricCar-Dependent
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About Creswick North

Creswick North is a small rural locality in the Ballarat area of central Victoria, situated approximately 105 kilometres from Melbourne CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 12 square kilometres of farming and bushland near the historic goldfields town of Creswick.

The nearest town of Creswick, approximately 5 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. Creswick is a heritage goldfields town known for the historic Creswick and District Historical Museum and its regenerated forests. There is no public transport serving Creswick North; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Creswick North falls under postcode 3363 and is governed by the Hepburn Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Ballarat, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3363
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hepburn
Federal Electorate
Ballarat
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.42°, 143.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
11.60 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3363

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3363, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,678
Median 2023–24
$51,122
▲ 22.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,634

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3363; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
105 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr - 2 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Creswick is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
55
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
324.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 39.4%
Motor vehicle theft
200.4 / 100k
2yr Up 51.8% 10yr Down 35.2%
Non-FV assault
165 / 100k
2yr Up 31.0% 10yr Up 34.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
683.7 / 100k
2yr Up 119.2% 10yr Up 37.8%
View all offence subgroups for Hepburn →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Creswick North known for? +

Creswick North is a quiet rural locality in the Ballarat area of central Victoria. The locality covers approximately 12 square kilometres of farming and bushland near the historic goldfields town of Creswick.

How far is Creswick North from Melbourne CBD? +

Creswick North is approximately 105 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, roughly a 2 to 2 hour drive.

Does Creswick North have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Creswick North. A private vehicle is essential, with Creswick approximately 5 kilometres away.

What is the population of Creswick North? +

According to the 2021 Census, Creswick North has a small population of around 50 to 60 residents, typical of the sparsely settled the Ballarat area of central Victoria.

Is Creswick North a good place to live? +

Creswick North suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Ballarat area of central Victoria, with Creswick providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Creswick North? +

The postcode for Creswick North is 3363, covering this rural locality in the Ballarat area of central Victoria.

Is Creswick North a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Creswick North is part of the Hepburn 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.