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Creswick

VIC 3363 • Rest of VIC

3,279
Population (2021)
$31,564
Median Income
49.90 km²
Area
421m
Elevation
HistoricGold Rush HeritageTree ChangeFamily-FriendlyRegional Town

About Creswick

Creswick is a historic gold rush town in west-central Victoria, 18 km north of Ballarat and 122 km northwest of Melbourne. With a population of around 3,300 residents at 430 metres elevation, this picturesque town retains its 19th-century character with heritage buildings, wide streets, and a strong community spirit. Originally home to 25,000 during the gold rush peak, today's Creswick offers a quieter pace of life.

The town features excellent amenities including schools, aged care, the University of Melbourne's School of Forest & Ecosystem Science, and the famous Creswick Woollen Mills. Popular attractions include the monthly Creswick Market, Blue Waters lake (a stunning former mine), and extensive mountain bike trails. Creswick appeals to families, retirees, and tree-changers seeking affordable regional living with easy access to Ballarat's services.

Creswick falls under postcode 3363 and is governed by Ballarat Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3363
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Ballarat
Federal Electorate
Ballarat
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.42°, 143.90°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
49.90 km²
Elevation
421m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Creswick
0.5 km
6 min
Clunes
15 km
Ballarat Line (V/Line regional)
Ballarat
18 km
Ballarat Line - connects to all V/Line services

Bus Services

  • Town bus — Ballarat CBD, local schools 25-30 min to Ballarat

Commute to Melbourne

Distance
122 km
By Train
100-120 min via V/Line (change at Ballarat for express)
By Car (Peak)
90-110 min via Western Freeway
By Car (Off-Peak)
80-90 min via Western Freeway

🛣️ V/Line train service from Creswick Station. Most commuters drive to Ballarat (20 min) for faster rail connections or employment.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Town centre is walkable with footpaths. Most daily needs met locally but car useful for larger shops in Ballarat.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$275
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
50 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,170
Census 2021
3,279
▲ 3.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,092
Income 2021
$31,564
▲ 16.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,654
Born Overseas 328

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 105
  • 2. Netherlands 34
  • 3. New Zealand 30
  • 4. Germany 21
  • 5. Philippines 12
  • 6. Ireland 11
  • 7. India 10
  • 8. Italy 9
  • 9. Sri Lanka 9
  • 10. Scotland 8
  • 11. United States 8
  • 12. South Africa 7
  • 13. Thailand 6
  • 14. Indonesia 5
  • 15. Greece 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,385
Australian 1,260
Irish 490
Scottish 428
German 169
Dutch 132
Italian 101
Australian Aboriginal 41
Welsh 27
New Zealander 24

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,224
Both parents born in Australia
427
Both parents born overseas
310
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.1%
Christianity
39.0%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
166 (5.1%)
5-14 years
340 (10.4%)
15-19 years
154 (4.7%)
20-24 years
114 (3.5%)
25-34 years
288 (8.8%)
35-44 years
332 (10.1%)
45-54 years
440 (13.4%)
55-64 years
491 (15.0%)
65-74 years
514 (15.7%)
75-84 years
302 (9.2%)
85+ years
140 (4.3%)

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