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Glen Park

VIC 3352 • Victoria

110
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
20.41 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralAffordableQuiet

About Glen Park

Glen Park is a small rural locality on the eastern fringe of the City of Ballarat municipality in central Victoria, sharing postcode 3352 with the broader Ballarat district. With a population of approximately 110 residents spread across some 20 square kilometres, the locality sits in the pastoral transition zone between the suburban edges of Ballarat and open agricultural land stretching east towards the Goldfields highway corridor. The landscape is defined by gently rolling paddocks and remnant bushland characteristic of this part of central Victoria.

Residents of Glen Park are well placed to access the full amenities of Ballarat — Victoria's second-largest inland city — including hospitals, universities, shopping centres, restaurants, and cultural institutions, all within a short drive. The locality is connected to Melbourne via the Western Highway (A8) and the Ballarat train line, with Southern Cross Station reachable from Ballarat in under 90 minutes by V/Line. Glen Park suits those seeking a quiet rural residential lifestyle with the convenience of a major regional city close at hand.

Glen Park falls under postcode 3352 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wendouree (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3352
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Wendouree (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.48°, 143.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
20.41 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ballarat Station
12 km
N/A – car required

Bus Services

  • Limited Ballarat Transit local services — Ballarat CBD Approx 15–20 min by car to central Ballarat

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
110 km
By Train
Drive to Ballarat Station (~12 km), then V/Line Ballarat Line to Southern Cross — approx 1h 20–30min
By Car (Peak)
1h 30min – 2h
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 10min – 1h 30min

🛣️ Western Highway (A8) provides the main route to Melbourne. Ballarat offers full regional city services and V/Line rail connections.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local services within Glen Park; residents drive to Ballarat for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
110
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glen Park known for? +

Glen Park is a quiet rural locality on the eastern outskirts of Ballarat, known for its open paddocks and relaxed semi-rural character. It sits within Ballarat's postcode district, offering affordable land and a peaceful lifestyle close to Victoria's major Goldfields city.

How far is Glen Park from Melbourne? +

Glen Park is approximately 110 kilometres west of Melbourne, a drive of around 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes via the Western Highway (A8), depending on traffic.

Does Glen Park have public transport? +

There is no public transport directly serving Glen Park. The nearest rail access is at Ballarat Station, approximately 12 kilometres away, which provides V/Line services to Melbourne Southern Cross in around 1 hour 20 minutes.

What is the population of Glen Park? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of approximately 110 residents in Glen Park, a small semi-rural community on the eastern fringe of the Ballarat urban area.

Is Glen Park a good place to live? +

Glen Park is well-suited to those who want rural residential space without sacrificing access to a major regional city. With Ballarat's full range of services, schools, and employment options just a short drive away, it offers an affordable alternative to suburban Ballarat.

What is the postcode for Glen Park? +

The postcode for Glen Park, Victoria is 3352.