Lake Gardens

VIC 3355 • Rest of VIC

1,801
Population (2021)
$39,676
Median Income
1.20 km²
Area
462m
Elevation

About Lake Gardens

Lake Gardens is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Ballarat (City) area. With a population of 1,801 and a median income of $39,676, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.20 km² at an elevation of 462m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 462m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Lake Gardens offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Lake Gardens falls under postcode 3355 and is governed by Ballarat Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wendouree (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3355
Urban Area
Ballarat
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.55°, 143.82°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
1.20 km²
Elevation
462m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
51 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,695
Census 2021
1,801
6.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,932
Income 2021
$39,676
10.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,402
Born Overseas 335

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 72
  • 2. England 57
  • 3. India 30
  • 4. South Africa 13
  • 5. Germany 11
  • 6. New Zealand 11
  • 7. Brazil 9
  • 8. Japan 9
  • 9. Malaysia 9
  • 10. Scotland 9
  • 11. Sri Lanka 8
  • 12. Wales 8
  • 13. Netherlands 7
  • 14. United States 7
  • 15. Bangladesh 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 711
Australian 596
Irish 312
Scottish 277
Chinese 126
German 78
Indian 43
Dutch 42
Italian 39
Welsh 21

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,141
Both parents born in Australia
435
Both parents born overseas
172
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.7%
No Religion
37.7%
Buddhism
1.8%
Hinduism
1.8%
Islam
1.0%
Sikhism
0.5%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
69 (3.8%)
5-14 years
172 (9.6%)
15-19 years
154 (8.6%)
20-24 years
73 (4.1%)
25-34 years
138 (7.7%)
35-44 years
148 (8.2%)
45-54 years
264 (14.7%)
55-64 years
266 (14.8%)
65-74 years
250 (13.9%)
75-84 years
218 (12.1%)
85+ years
56 (3.1%)

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