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Glenbrae

VIC 3352 • Victoria

30
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
27.20 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Glenbrae

Glenbrae is a quiet rural locality in central Victoria, located within the City of Ballarat local government area at postcode 3352. With a very small population of around 30 residents spread across approximately 27 square kilometres, Glenbrae consists primarily of grazing properties and small farms in the undulating pastoral country west of Ballarat. The locality sits in the broader Ballarat region, which has a cool temperate climate well-suited to sheep, cattle, and mixed farming.

Residents of Glenbrae live a quiet semi-rural lifestyle, with the city of Ballarat providing access to all major services, schools, hospitals, and retail. Ballarat, just a short drive away, is Victoria's third-largest city and offers an excellent range of urban amenities alongside a rich goldfields heritage. Glenbrae appeals to those seeking space, privacy, and a rural outlook while remaining within commuting distance of a regional city.

Glenbrae falls under postcode 3352 and is governed by the Ballarat 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
Ballarat
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Wendouree (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.48°, 143.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
27.20 km²
Population Density
1 /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
15 km
N/A (car required)

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
Train from Ballarat Station: ~75 min to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 1.5–2 hours via Western Ring Road
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 1.5 hours via Western Freeway

🛣️ Drive to Ballarat Station required; V/Line trains run frequently to Melbourne

Walkability Car Dependent

Fully rural; private vehicle essential for all needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
30
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
467.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 46.3%
Motor vehicle theft
449.8 / 100k
2yr Up 23.3% 10yr Up 11.4%
Non-FV assault
395.7 / 100k
2yr Up 38.7% 10yr Up 20.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.6 / 100k
2yr Down 52.3% 10yr Up 67.2%
Steal from vehicle
1,167 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 27.0%
View all offence subgroups for Ballarat →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Glenbrae VIC located? +

Glenbrae is a rural locality within the City of Ballarat in central Victoria, approximately 15–20 km from the Ballarat city centre.

What LGA is Glenbrae in? +

Glenbrae is part of the City of Ballarat local government area in Victoria.

How far is Glenbrae from Melbourne? +

Glenbrae is approximately 120 km west of Melbourne. The nearest train station is Ballarat, from which V/Line trains connect to Melbourne Southern Cross in about 75 minutes.

Is Glenbrae a good place to live? +

Glenbrae suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with large land holdings, clean air, and natural beauty, while being within driving distance of Ballarat's full range of services.

Is Glenbrae a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Glenbrae is part of the Ballarat 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 Glenbrae? +

Glenbrae had a population of 30 at the 2021 Census.