Miners Rest

VIC 3352 • Rest of VIC

3,829
Population (2021)
$48,204
Median Income
30.06 km²
Area
422m
Elevation

About Miners Rest

Miners Rest is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Ballarat (City) area. With a population of 3,829 and a median income of $48,204, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 30.06 km² at an elevation of 422m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 422m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Miners Rest offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Miners Rest falls under postcode 3352 and is governed by Ballarat Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3352
Urban Area
Ballarat
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.49°, 143.79°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
30.06 km²
Elevation
422m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
33 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,095
Census 2021
3,829
23.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,988
Income 2021
$48,204
20.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,437
Born Overseas 314

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 75
  • 2. New Zealand 32
  • 3. South Africa 22
  • 4. India 16
  • 5. Pakistan 14
  • 6. Philippines 14
  • 7. Germany 13
  • 8. Scotland 13
  • 9. China 12
  • 10. Netherlands 11
  • 11. Malaysia 10
  • 12. United States 10
  • 13. Malta 8
  • 14. Canada 7
  • 15. Ireland 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,819
English 1,653
Irish 522
Scottish 447
German 168
Dutch 141
Italian 88
Australian Aboriginal 69
Chinese 29
Maltese 28

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,960
Both parents born in Australia
416
Both parents born overseas
353
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
52.8%
Christianity
42.2%
Islam
0.7%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
313 (8.2%)
5-14 years
645 (16.8%)
15-19 years
225 (5.9%)
20-24 years
198 (5.2%)
25-34 years
617 (16.1%)
35-44 years
619 (16.2%)
45-54 years
451 (11.8%)
55-64 years
394 (10.3%)
65-74 years
259 (6.8%)
75-84 years
96 (2.5%)
85+ years
25 (0.7%)

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