Ingliston
VIC 3342 • Victoria
About Ingliston
Ingliston is a small rural locality in western Victoria, situated approximately 75 kilometres north-west of Melbourne within the Moorabool Shire. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 96 residents living across 42.2 square kilometres of open farming country between Bacchus Marsh and Ballan. The postcode area has a median taxable income of $50,923, above the national average, reflecting the area's appeal to professionals and families seeking lifestyle properties on the Melbourne–Ballarat corridor.
The locality is characterised by gently undulating pastoral land, heritage homesteads, and expansive views typical of the Western Plains. Ingliston sits between the service towns of Bacchus Marsh (about 15 km south-east) and Ballan (about 10 km north-west), both providing access to shops, schools, and community facilities. The Western Freeway offers a direct connection to both Melbourne and Ballarat, making the area increasingly attractive to commuters seeking affordable rural acreage while maintaining city access. The region has a strong agricultural heritage, with farming remaining a key part of the local identity.
Ingliston falls under postcode 3342 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eureka (Western Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Limited local bus services — Bacchus Marsh / Ballan 15-20 min
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Direct access via Western Freeway (M8); situated on the Melbourne–Ballarat corridor
A dispersed rural area with no local shops; Bacchus Marsh and Ballan serve as the nearest service centres
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Duncan Street
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98-100 Inglis Street