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Ballarat East

VIC 3350 • Rest of VIC

5,937
Population (2021)
$33,072
Median Income
5.98 km²
Area
$290/wk
Median Rent
HistoricAffordableRegionalHeritageFamily-Friendly

About Ballarat East

Ballarat East is a historic suburb of Ballarat in regional Victoria, located approximately 3 kilometres east of the city centre and 110 kilometres west of Melbourne. With a population of 5,937 at the 2021 census, it is the oldest urban area in Ballarat. The suburb was the site of many goldmines during the 1850s gold rush and the famous Eureka Rebellion. It features a diverse community with a mix of heritage homes, workers cottages, and newer developments.

Ballarat East offers an affordable entry point into one of Victoria's most historic regional cities. The suburb has a strong arts and cultural scene, with proximity to the Art Gallery of Ballarat, Eureka Centre, and a vibrant café strip along Bridge Mall. Local amenities include primary schools, sporting clubs, and parklands along the Yarrowee Creek. The area attracts young families, first-home buyers, and those drawn to the suburb's heritage character and community atmosphere.

Ballarat East falls under postcode 3350 and is governed by Ballarat Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eureka (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3350
Urban Area
Ballarat
LGA / Council
Ballarat
Federal Electorate
Ballarat
State Electorate
Eureka (Western Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.57°, 143.89°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
5.98 km²
Elevation
456m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ballarat
2.5 km
30 mins

Bus Services

  • Route 10, 20 — Ballarat CBD and suburbs 10-15 mins

Commute to Ballarat CBD

Distance
3 km
By Bus
10-15 mins
By Car (Peak)
8-12 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
5-8 mins

🛣️ V/Line train from Ballarat Station to Melbourne Southern Cross takes approximately 75-90 mins. Walking to Ballarat CBD is feasible.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Inner suburb with footpaths and reasonable access to local shops, schools, and parks. CBD amenities within walking or short bus ride.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$290
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
5.5%

123 state housing + 17 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,623
Census 2021
5,937
▲ 5.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,872
Income 2021
$33,072
▲ 18.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,958
Born Overseas 659

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 154
  • 2. India 78
  • 3. New Zealand 52
  • 4. United States 29
  • 5. Netherlands 23
  • 6. Italy 21
  • 7. Philippines 21
  • 8. Scotland 21
  • 9. South Africa 18
  • 10. Nepal 17

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,587
Australian 2,245
Irish 1,003
Scottish 760
German 270
Italian 181
Dutch 157
Australian Aboriginal 118
Indian 69
Chinese 64

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,120
Both parents born in Australia
788
Both parents born overseas
579
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.6%
Christianity
38.6%
Hinduism
1.0%
Buddhism
0.5%
Sikhism
0.4%
Islam
0.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
262 (4.4%)
5-14 years
622 (10.5%)
15-19 years
251 (4.2%)
20-24 years
373 (6.3%)
25-34 years
888 (15.0%)
35-44 years
695 (11.7%)
45-54 years
629 (10.6%)
55-64 years
703 (11.8%)
65-74 years
715 (12.0%)
75-84 years
468 (7.9%)
85+ years
329 (5.5%)

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