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Newington

VIC 3350 • Rest of VIC

1,844
Population (2021)
$88,140
Median Household Income
2.40 km²
Area
$315/wk
Median Rent
SuburbanEstablishedFamily-FriendlyCommuter BeltMid-Range

About Newington

Newington is a residential suburb situated approximately 2 kilometres south-west of Ballarat Central, within the City of Ballarat in regional Victoria. With a population of 1,844 across a compact 2.4 square kilometres at an elevation of around 450 metres, the suburb is bounded by Gillies Street to the west, Sturt Street to the north, Pleasant Street to the east, and Winter Street to the south. A median household income of $1,695 per week and a median age of 39 reflect a stable, working and middle-class community integrated with the broader Ballarat urban area.

Newington's eastern edge along Pleasant Street features a small local commercial strip, anchored by the historic Bunch of Grapes Hotel, giving the suburb a traditional neighbourhood character. Proximity to Ballarat Central means residents have ready access to the city's retail, dining, cultural facilities, and Ballarat Railway Station, which provides V/Line train services to Melbourne in approximately one hour and ten minutes. The suburb shares postcode 3350 with Ballarat Central, reflecting its tight urban integration with the city, and its history is connected to the former Newington Estate Gold Mining Company that once operated in the area during Ballarat's gold rush era.

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

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3350
Urban Area
Ballarat
LGA / Council
Ballarat
Federal Electorate
Ballarat
State Electorate
Wendouree (Western Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.56°, 143.83°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
2.40 km²
Elevation
453m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Newington for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$640K
9 sales · ▲ 15.3% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$315
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
39 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ballarat
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • Ballarat Transit bus routes — Ballarat Central and surrounds 5-15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
110 km
By Train
Approx. 1h 10min from Ballarat Station via V/Line Geelong Line
By Car (Peak)
1h 15min - 1h 40min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 5min - 1h 15min

🛣️ Very close to Ballarat city centre; Ballarat Station accessible by Ballarat Transit bus

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local pub and some services on Pleasant Street are walkable, with Ballarat Central easily accessible by bus or a short drive

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Ballarat Local Government Area, which contains Newington. 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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,900
Census 2021
1,844
▼ 2.9% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$32,864
Personal Income 2021
$41,704
▲ 26.9% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$41,704 / yr
$802/wk
Household
$88,140 / yr
$1695/wk
Family
$125,736 / yr
$2418/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,600
Born Overseas 187

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 31
  • 2. India 24
  • 3. New Zealand 21
  • 4. China 12
  • 5. Germany 8
  • 6. Ireland 8
  • 7. Scotland 8
  • 8. United States 8
  • 9. South Africa 6
  • 10. Japan 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 772
Australian 732
Irish 382
Scottish 238
German 95
Italian 71
Dutch 56
Chinese 54
Australian Aboriginal 37
Indian 32

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,333
Both parents born in Australia
253
Both parents born overseas
205
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.2%
No Religion
46.0%
Hinduism
1.6%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.4%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
77 (4.2%)
5-14 years
271 (14.7%)
15-19 years
237 (12.9%)
20-24 years
99 (5.4%)
25-34 years
162 (8.8%)
35-44 years
208 (11.3%)
45-54 years
250 (13.6%)
55-64 years
201 (10.9%)
65-74 years
190 (10.3%)
75-84 years
109 (5.9%)
85+ years
42 (2.3%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Newington known for? +

Newington is a quiet inner suburb on the south-western edge of Ballarat's city centre, known for its proximity to Ballarat Central and its local commercial strip along Pleasant Street, anchored by the historic Bunch of Grapes Hotel. The suburb also has a connection to Ballarat's gold rush heritage through the former Newington Estate Gold Mining Company.

How far is Newington from Ballarat CBD? +

Newington is approximately 2 kilometres south-west of Ballarat Central, making it a short bus ride, cycle, or drive into the city centre.

Does Newington have public transport? +

Newington is served by Ballarat Transit bus services connecting to Ballarat Central and the broader city network. Ballarat Railway Station, approximately 2 kilometres away, provides V/Line train services to Melbourne in around 1 hour 10 minutes.

What is the population of Newington? +

According to the 2021 Census, Newington has a population of 1,844 people in a compact 2.4 square kilometre area, with a median age of 39 reflecting a mix of families and working residents.

Is Newington a good place to live? +

Newington is an affordable, well-located suburb suited to families, first-home buyers, and Ballarat workers. Its proximity to the CBD, solid household incomes, and established neighbourhood character make it a practical and comfortable option within the Ballarat urban area.

What is the postcode for Newington? +

Newington shares postcode 3350 with Ballarat Central.

What is the average income in Newington? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Newington is about $802 per week (around $41,700 per year). The median household income is $1,695 per week and the median family income is $2,418 per week.

What is the median house price in Newington? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $640,000, up 15.3% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Newington? +

The median age in Newington is 39. The largest age group is 5–14 (271 residents, around 15%). Around 32% of residents are under 20 and about 18% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Newington a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Newington 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.

How much is rent in Newington? +

In Newington, the median weekly rent is $315, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,517 (2021 Census).