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Lake Gardens

VIC 3355 • Rest of VIC

1,801
Population (2021)
$39,676
Median Income
1.20 km²
Area
$360/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyPrestigiousLeafyLake ViewsHistoric

About Lake Gardens

Lake Gardens is a prestigious inner suburb on the western fringe of Ballarat, Victoria, located approximately 5.5 kilometres from Ballarat's city centre. With a population of around 1,800 (2021 census), the suburb covers 1.38 square kilometres and takes its name from the nearby Ballarat Botanical Gardens on the shores of Lake Wendouree. The area is characterised by wide, leafy streets and large period and contemporary homes.

Lake Gardens is one of Ballarat's most sought-after addresses, attracting families and professionals who value its proximity to Lake Wendouree, the Ballarat Botanical Gardens, and quality schools. The suburb offers a relaxed, upscale lifestyle with easy access to Victoria Park, local cafés, and recreational facilities. Ballarat's train services to Melbourne make it popular with commuters, and the suburb's green, suburban character gives it a strong community feel.

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ballarat Station
5.5 km
V/Line Ballarat line to Melbourne

Bus Services

  • 1,3,7 — Ballarat CBD / Wendouree ~10-15min to city centre

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
112 km
By Train
~1h 10min (V/Line from Ballarat Station)
By Car (Peak)
~1h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1h 10min

🛣️ V/Line trains run frequently from Ballarat Station to Melbourne. Local buses connect to Ballarat city. The Western Ring Road and Western Freeway provide direct car access to Melbourne.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Quiet residential suburb with some walkable green space around Lake Wendouree; most amenities require a short drive or bus ride to Ballarat city.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
51 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.6%

0 state housing + 27 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 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

🧬 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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