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Sulky

VIC 3352 • Victoria

234
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
9.65 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralRuralCommuter BeltEstablished
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About Sulky

Sulky is a small rural locality on the eastern fringe of Ballarat, Victoria's third-largest city, located within the City of Ballarat local government area and sharing the 3352 postcode with surrounding Ballarat suburbs. With a population of 234 residents in the 2021 Census across 9.6 square kilometres, Sulky retains a quiet semi-rural character while sitting close to Ballarat's expanding urban edge. The locality falls within the state electoral district of Wendouree and reflects the agricultural and lifestyle property fringe typical of outer Ballarat.

Sulky residents benefit from proximity to Ballarat's extensive amenities, including major shopping centres, hospitals, schools, and cultural institutions such as Sovereign Hill and the Art Gallery of Ballarat. Ballarat railway station, located in the city's centre, provides regular V/Line services to Melbourne Southern Cross station in approximately 75 minutes. The eastern rural fringe setting offers larger land parcels and a quieter lifestyle compared to Ballarat's suburbs, making it popular with those seeking semi-rural acreage living within easy reach of the city's services and Melbourne day-trip distance.

Sulky 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
9.65 km²
Population Density
24 /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
7 km
Drive required

Bus Services

  • Ballarat Transit bus network (nearby) — Ballarat CBD 15-25 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
105 km
By Train
Approx. 75 min to Southern Cross via V/Line Ballarat Line from Ballarat station (short drive away)
By Car (Peak)
90-120 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
75-95 min

🛣️ Western Ring Road and Western Freeway (M8) for Melbourne access; Ballarat is the nearest major centre (10 min drive)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural-fringe locality with no local walkable amenities; car needed to access Ballarat's services and shops.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
234
▲ 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 Sulky. 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

What is Sulky known for? +

Sulky is known for its quiet semi-rural character on the eastern fringe of Ballarat, offering a peaceful lifestyle with larger land parcels close to the city's amenities. It is part of the broader Ballarat region, renowned for its gold rush heritage, Sovereign Hill, and cultural attractions.

How far is Sulky from Ballarat CBD? +

Sulky is situated on the eastern rural fringe of Ballarat, approximately 5–8 kilometres from the Ballarat CBD, making it a short 10–15 minute drive to the city centre.

Does Sulky have public transport? +

Sulky itself has no direct public transport, but Ballarat railway station is within a short drive, offering regular V/Line train services to Melbourne Southern Cross station in approximately 75 minutes. Local bus services operate in the broader Ballarat urban area.

What is the population of Sulky? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sulky has a population of 234 people in approximately 84 dwellings, making it a small rural-fringe locality within the City of Ballarat municipality.

Is Sulky a good place to live? +

Sulky suits those who want semi-rural acreage living with easy access to Ballarat's full range of services, schools, and shopping. Its proximity to Ballarat and the V/Line rail connection to Melbourne also makes it viable for those who commute to the city occasionally.

What is the postcode for Sulky? +

The postcode for Sulky is 3352, which covers a broad area of Ballarat and surrounding localities in regional Victoria.

Is Sulky a safe area? +

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