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Wattle Flat

VIC 3352 • Victoria

104
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
10.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietPeacefulEstablished
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About Wattle Flat

Wattle Flat is a small rural locality in central Victoria, situated within the City of Ballarat approximately 16 kilometres north of Ballarat and about 8 kilometres south of the township of Creswick. With a population of 104 at the 2021 Census, it occupies around 11 square kilometres of gently undulating country at an elevation of roughly 596 metres above sea level. The postcode median taxable income of $57,054 reflects the comfortable rural-residential character of the area.

The locality is characterised by large rural properties on acreage, attracting residents who value space and a quiet country setting within easy reach of Ballarat and Creswick. Nearby Creswick Regional Park provides walking and cycling trails through native bushland. Creswick offers a village atmosphere with cafes, a historic market building and local shops, while the larger city of Ballarat provides comprehensive shopping, dining, schools, health services and cultural attractions including the Art Gallery of Ballarat and Sovereign Hill.

Wattle Flat falls under postcode 3352 and is governed by the Moorabool 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
Moorabool
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Wendouree (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.48°, 143.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
10.97 km²
Population Density
9 /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

Creswick Station
8 km
N/A (drive required)
Ballarat Station
16 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • No direct bus service — Ballarat / Creswick N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
115 km
By Train
Drive to Creswick or Ballarat for V/Line train to Melbourne (approx 1.5 hours from Ballarat)
By Car (Peak)
1.5-2 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.25-1.5 hours

🛣️ Creswick (8 km) and Ballarat (16 km) provide the nearest rail connections and services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Wattle Flat is a dispersed rural locality with no shops or services; residents drive to Creswick or Ballarat for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
104
▲ 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 Wattle Flat. 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 Wattle Flat known for? +

Wattle Flat is known as a quiet rural-residential locality between Ballarat and Creswick in central Victoria. The area features large acreage properties and is close to Creswick Regional Park, popular for bushwalking and cycling.

How far is Wattle Flat from Ballarat? +

Wattle Flat is approximately 16 kilometres north of Ballarat CBD, roughly a 15-minute drive via the Creswick–Bungaree Road.

Does Wattle Flat have public transport? +

Wattle Flat has no direct public transport. The nearest V/Line train stations are at Ballarat and Creswick on the Ballarat line to Melbourne. A car is needed for daily travel.

What is the population of Wattle Flat? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wattle Flat has a population of 104 residents, spread across approximately 11 square kilometres of rural land.

Is Wattle Flat a good place to live? +

Wattle Flat suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle on larger properties while remaining within a short drive of Ballarat and Creswick for services, schools and shopping. The surrounding area offers bushland, parks and the cultural attractions of Ballarat.

What is the postcode for Wattle Flat? +

The postcode for Wattle Flat, Victoria is 3352.

Is Wattle Flat a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wattle Flat 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.