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Westmere

VIC 3351 • Victoria

62
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
85.72 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-Rural
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About Westmere

Westmere is a small rural locality in western Victoria, situated approximately 170 kilometres west of Melbourne in the Central Highlands near the regional city of Ballarat. The locality covers around 86 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 62 residents at the 2021 Census. The area is characterised by open pastoral country and dryland cropping properties typical of the western volcanic plains.

Ballarat, approximately 30 kilometres to the east, provides comprehensive services including hospitals, universities, major retail centres, and V/Line rail connections to Melbourne. Smaller nearby towns such as Beaufort and Skipton offer local services including general stores and schools. A private vehicle is essential for residents of Westmere, as no public transport operates in the locality.

Westmere falls under postcode 3351 and is governed by the Ararat Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3351
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Ararat
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.76°, 143.64°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
85.72 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3351

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3351, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,935
Median 2023–24
$53,972
▲ 17.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,900

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3351; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Beaufort
20 km
N/A — drive only

Bus Services

  • No local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
170 km
By Train
V/Line from Beaufort (approx. 20 km) or Ballarat to Melbourne Southern Cross; approx. 1.5–2 hours from Ballarat
By Car (Peak)
2–2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hours

🛣️ Western Highway provides road access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; a car is required for all errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
62
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
504.5 / 100k
2yr Up 25.4% 10yr Up 18.5%
Motor vehicle theft
265.1 / 100k
2yr Up 23.9% 10yr Up 159.4%
Non-FV assault
384.8 / 100k
2yr Down 18.3% 10yr Down 27.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
538.7 / 100k
2yr Up 33.9% 10yr Up 118.2%
View all offence subgroups for Ararat →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Westmere known for? +

Westmere is a quiet pastoral locality on Victoria's western volcanic plains, known for its open farmland and proximity to the regional city of Ballarat.

How far is Westmere from Melbourne CBD? +

Westmere is approximately 170 kilometres west of Melbourne CBD, around 2 hours by road via the Western Highway.

Does Westmere have public transport? +

There is no local public transport in Westmere. V/Line trains operate from Beaufort (about 20 km away) and Ballarat to Melbourne Southern Cross.

What is the population of Westmere? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 62 residents in Westmere, a very small rural locality in western Victoria.

Is Westmere a good place to live? +

Westmere suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with Ballarat's extensive services and V/Line rail connections to Melbourne within easy reach.

What is the postcode for Westmere? +

The postcode for Westmere, VIC is 3351.

Is Westmere a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Westmere is part of the Ararat 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.