Ballan

VIC 3342 • Rest of VIC

3,392
Population (2021)
$38,116
Median Income
147.39 km²
Area
508m
Elevation

About Ballan

Ballan is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Moorabool (Shire) area. With a population of 3,392 and a median income of $38,116, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 147.39 km² at an elevation of 508m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Ballan is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Ballan falls under postcode 3342 and is governed by Moorabool Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eureka (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3342
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.60°, 144.22°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
147.39 km²
Elevation
508m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$330
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,625
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,985
Census 2021
3,392
13.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,316
Income 2021
$38,116
25.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,791
Born Overseas 444

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 152
  • 2. New Zealand 43
  • 3. Scotland 29
  • 4. Germany 18
  • 5. Italy 17
  • 6. Netherlands 14
  • 7. Malta 13
  • 8. Ireland 11
  • 9. Japan 11
  • 10. Sri Lanka 11
  • 11. United States 10
  • 12. North Macedonia 8
  • 13. China 7
  • 14. Philippines 7
  • 15. Croatia 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,432
Australian 1,419
Irish 472
Scottish 418
German 160
Maltese 127
Italian 105
Dutch 58
Australian Aboriginal 46
Polish 31

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,179
Both parents born in Australia
629
Both parents born overseas
428
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.6%
Christianity
45.8%
Hinduism
0.5%
Buddhism
0.4%
Islam
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
195 (5.7%)
5-14 years
433 (12.8%)
15-19 years
167 (4.9%)
20-24 years
140 (4.1%)
25-34 years
390 (11.5%)
35-44 years
446 (13.1%)
45-54 years
424 (12.5%)
55-64 years
499 (14.7%)
65-74 years
379 (11.2%)
75-84 years
221 (6.5%)
85+ years
88 (2.6%)

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