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Mount Wallace

VIC 3342 • Victoria

117
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
68.51 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietCommuter Belt
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About Mount Wallace

Mount Wallace is a rural locality in western Victoria, positioned approximately 70 kilometres west of Melbourne's CBD in the Moorabool region under the Eureka state electorate and Corangamite federal electorate. With 117 residents spread across nearly 69 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled area of farmland and scrubby bushland typical of the Western District fringe. Median incomes align with regional averages, and the 43 dwellings are predominantly on rural residential or grazing properties.

The locality is well positioned for those seeking a rural lifestyle within commutable distance of both Melbourne and Ballarat, with the Western Freeway providing solid road access to both cities. Residents rely on nearby towns such as Ballan for everyday shopping, schools, and services. The area has a quiet pastoral character, attracting those who value large blocks, open countryside, and the relaxed pace of western Victorian rural life.

Mount Wallace falls under postcode 3342 and is governed by the Moorabool Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Corangamite, while state elections fall under the Eureka (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3342
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moorabool
Federal Electorate
Corangamite
State Electorate
Eureka (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.65°, 144.24°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
68.51 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3342

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3342, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,923
Median 2023–24
$60,435
▲ 18.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$70,724

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3342; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ballan
10 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Ballan / Bacchus Marsh 15-25 min to Ballan

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
70 km
By Train
Drive to Ballan station (~10 km), then V/Line Ballarat line to Melbourne Southern Cross (~80 min total)
By Car (Peak)
60-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-70 min

🛣️ Western Freeway (A8) provides main road access; Ballan station is the nearest V/Line stop

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or services; residents drive to Ballan or Bacchus Marsh for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
117
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
319.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 23.2%
Motor vehicle theft
273 / 100k
2yr Up 22.6% 10yr Up 29.3%
Non-FV assault
201.7 / 100k
2yr Up 21.3% 10yr Up 31.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
2.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 19.6%
Steal from vehicle
617.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 17.3%
View all offence subgroups for Moorabool →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Wallace known for? +

Mount Wallace is a quiet rural locality in western Victoria known for its open farmland, pastoral character, and relaxed lifestyle within reach of Melbourne and Ballarat via the Western Freeway.

How far is Mount Wallace from Melbourne? +

Mount Wallace is approximately 70 kilometres west of Melbourne's CBD, typically a 60 to 90 minute drive via the Western Freeway depending on traffic conditions.

Does Mount Wallace have public transport? +

Public transport is very limited in Mount Wallace. The nearest V/Line train station is Ballan, approximately 10 kilometres away, with services to Melbourne Southern Cross. A car is essential for daily life.

What is the population of Mount Wallace? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Wallace has a population of 117 residents across approximately 43 dwellings, spread over nearly 69 square kilometres of rural western Victoria.

Is Mount Wallace a good place to live? +

Mount Wallace suits those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle within reasonable commuting distance of Melbourne or Ballarat, offering large blocks, open countryside, and the quiet pace of western Victorian rural living. A car is essential and local services are limited.

What is the postcode for Mount Wallace? +

The postcode for Mount Wallace, Victoria is 3342.

Is Mount Wallace a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Wallace is part of the Moorabool 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.