Greendale
VIC 3341 • Victoria
About Greendale
Greendale is a small rural locality in the Moorabool Shire, situated approximately 65 kilometres west of Melbourne in central Victoria, within the postcode 3341. With a population of around 623 residents as of the 2021 census, it occupies a quiet, semi-rural setting on the slopes near the Great Dividing Range. The community skews slightly older, with a median age of 43, and around 80% of residents were born in Australia. Greendale sits within the federal electorate of Ballarat.
Greendale attracts those seeking a peaceful acreage lifestyle within commuting distance of both Bacchus Marsh and Ballarat. The area is dominated by hobby farms, grazing properties, and bushland reserves — a haven for wildlife and outdoor recreation. Residents typically rely on Bacchus Marsh (around 15 km east) for shopping, schools, and services. The surrounding landscape of rolling hills and open paddocks draws a mix of retirees, families, and tree-changers looking to escape city density.
Greendale falls under postcode 3341 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Regional coach — Bacchus Marsh / Ballarat 20–45 min
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Best accessed via Western Freeway (M8). V/Line train from Bacchus Marsh is popular for commuters.
Greendale is a rural locality with no footpaths or local shops — a car is essential for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Blow Street