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Enfield

VIC 3352 • Victoria

574
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
98.54 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietHistoricSemi-Rural
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About Enfield

Enfield is a rural locality in Victoria's Golden Plains Shire, situated approximately 149 kilometres west of Melbourne and 25 kilometres south of the regional city of Ballarat. Encompassing a large rural area of nearly 99 square kilometres, Enfield has a population of around 574 residents, giving it a very low density characteristic of agricultural Victoria. The locality is set among the undulating pastures and farmland of the western Victorian goldfields region, with a heritage dating back to the 19th century goldmining era.

Enfield is a quiet, agricultural community where daily life revolves around farming and the natural landscape. The nearest significant services and facilities are found in Ballarat, which offers a full range of retail, healthcare, education, and employment opportunities within a 25-kilometre drive. The surrounding Golden Plains district is home to grazing properties, hobby farms, and rural retreats, attracting those who seek a genuinely rural lifestyle with access to a large regional centre. A car is essential for getting around this sparsely serviced locality.

Enfield falls under postcode 3352 and is governed by the Golden Plains 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
Golden Plains
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Wendouree (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.48°, 143.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
98.54 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

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Ballarat 30-40 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
149 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Ballarat then approx. 1 hr by V/Line to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 50 min

🛣️ Primarily car-dependent; Western Highway provides access to Ballarat and Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Enfield is a rural locality with no walkable commercial centre; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
574
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
189.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 57.4%
Motor vehicle theft
130.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.1%
Non-FV assault
63.3 / 100k
2yr Up 16.6% 10yr Down 22.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
174.9 / 100k
2yr Up 29.0% 10yr Down 31.2%
View all offence subgroups for Golden Plains →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Enfield VIC known for? +

Enfield VIC is a quiet rural locality in the Golden Plains Shire, known for its agricultural landscape and the historical significance of the broader goldfields region of western Victoria. The area's post office dates to 1874, originally named Whim Holes Post Office.

How far is Enfield VIC from Melbourne? +

Enfield is approximately 149 kilometres west of Melbourne, making it roughly a 1 hour 45 minute to 2 hour drive via the Western Highway.

Does Enfield VIC have public transport? +

Enfield has very limited public transport. There is no rail service to the locality itself; the nearest station is in Ballarat approximately 25 kilometres to the north, from which V/Line trains run to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Enfield VIC? +

According to the 2021 Census, Enfield (VIC) has a population of approximately 574 residents spread across a large area of nearly 99 square kilometres, reflecting its very low-density rural character.

Is Enfield VIC a good place to live? +

Enfield suits those seeking a genuinely rural, quiet lifestyle in the Golden Plains region of Victoria, with access to Ballarat's full range of services within a 25-kilometre drive. It is best suited to farming families, hobby farmers, and those who value open space and country living.

What is the postcode for Enfield VIC? +

The postcode for Enfield, Victoria is 3352, shared with Ballarat and several surrounding localities in the region.

Is Enfield a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Enfield is part of the Golden Plains 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.

What is the population of Enfield? +

Enfield had a population of 574 at the 2021 Census.