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Waubra

VIC 3352 • Victoria

308
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
71.53 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCommuter BeltEstablished
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About Waubra

Waubra (formerly known as The Springs) is a small rural town in central Victoria, situated on the Sunraysia Highway approximately 33 kilometres north-west of Ballarat. The town straddles the boundaries of Pyrenees Shire, Hepburn Shire, and the City of Ballarat local government areas, set amid open undulating farmland comprising dairy, cattle, sheep, and cropping country. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 308 for Waubra and the surrounding area, with a median household income of approximately $48,120.

Waubra is perhaps best known as the location of the Waubra Wind Farm, one of Australia's largest wind energy installations, featuring 128 turbines operated by ACCIONA and generating renewable energy since 2009. The wide-open, wind-swept pastoral landscape that makes the area ideal for renewable energy also defines the town's character — quiet, spacious, and genuinely rural. Ballarat, a major regional city with comprehensive shopping, health, education, and cultural services, is a 30–40 minute drive via the Sunraysia Highway, making Waubra an accessible rural retreat for those working in or around Ballarat.

Waubra falls under postcode 3352 and is governed by the Pyrenees 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
Pyrenees
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Wendouree (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.48°, 143.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
71.53 km²
Population Density
4 /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 Railway Station
33 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service to Waubra — Services available in Ballarat for onward travel N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Ballarat then V/Line train to Melbourne Southern Cross (~90 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Via Sunraysia Highway to Ballarat, then Western Ring Road or Western Freeway to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Waubra is a small dispersed rural town with no significant local shops; all services require a drive to Ballarat or surrounding towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
308
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
386.1 / 100k
2yr Up 58.2% 10yr Down 37.2%
Motor vehicle theft
286.5 / 100k
2yr Up 71.5% 10yr Up 74.6%
Non-FV assault
236.6 / 100k
2yr Up 22.8% 10yr Up 15.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
510.6 / 100k
2yr Up 89.3% 10yr Up 33.4%
View all offence subgroups for Pyrenees →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Waubra known for? +

Waubra is best known as the location of the Waubra Wind Farm, one of Australia's largest renewable energy wind farms, featuring 128 turbines on the surrounding pastoral landscape. The town, formerly known as The Springs, also has a history as a pastoral and farming community on the Sunraysia Highway, 33km north-west of Ballarat.

How far is Waubra from Ballarat? +

Waubra is approximately 33 kilometres north-west of Ballarat CBD, typically a 30–40 minute drive via the Sunraysia Highway.

Does Waubra have public transport? +

Waubra has no regular bus or rail service. The nearest railway station is in Ballarat, which offers frequent V/Line trains to Melbourne. A car is necessary for daily travel from Waubra.

What is the population of Waubra? +

According to the 2021 Census, Waubra and its surrounding area have a population of approximately 308 residents, making it a small rural town within the broader Ballarat region.

Is Waubra a good place to live? +

Waubra suits those drawn to an authentic rural lifestyle on the open Victorian plains, with the convenience of Ballarat's services within easy driving distance. The wide landscapes and the striking presence of the Waubra Wind Farm give the town a distinctive character.

What is the postcode for Waubra? +

Waubra's postcode is 3352.

Is Waubra a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Waubra is part of the Pyrenees 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.