Lake Wendouree

VIC 3350 • Rest of VIC

2,878
Population (2021)
$52,520
Median Income
4.57 km²
Area
452m
Elevation

About Lake Wendouree

Lake Wendouree is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Ballarat (City) area. With a population of 2,878 and a median income of $52,520, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 4.57 km² at an elevation of 452m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 452m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Lake Wendouree offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Lake Wendouree falls under postcode 3350 and is governed by Ballarat Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wendouree (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3350
Urban Area
Ballarat
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.55°, 143.83°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
4.57 km²
Elevation
452m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$321
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,106
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
53 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,882
Census 2021
2,878
0.1% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$42,640
Income 2021
$52,520
23.2% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,363
Born Overseas 355

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 56
  • 2. New Zealand 32
  • 3. India 30
  • 4. Netherlands 20
  • 5. United States 19
  • 6. Vietnam 15
  • 7. China 14
  • 8. Malaysia 14
  • 9. Scotland 13
  • 10. Ireland 12
  • 11. Hong Kong 10
  • 12. South Korea 10
  • 13. Nepal 9
  • 14. Canada 8
  • 15. Philippines 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,226
Australian 977
Irish 569
Scottish 429
German 97
Dutch 75
Chinese 73
Italian 71
Indian 37
Welsh 28

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,991
Both parents born in Australia
424
Both parents born overseas
296
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.1%
No Religion
37.1%
Hinduism
0.8%
Buddhism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.5%
Islam
0.4%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
79 (2.7%)
5-14 years
317 (11.0%)
15-19 years
178 (6.2%)
20-24 years
117 (4.1%)
25-34 years
169 (5.9%)
35-44 years
261 (9.1%)
45-54 years
391 (13.6%)
55-64 years
431 (15.0%)
65-74 years
440 (15.3%)
75-84 years
317 (11.0%)
85+ years
182 (6.3%)

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