Linton
VIC 3360 • Victoria
About Linton
Linton is a small rural town in Victoria's Golden Plains Shire, situated on the Glenelg Highway approximately 149 kilometres west of Melbourne and 33 kilometres south-west of Ballarat. With a 2021 census population of 635, the town covers around 65 square kilometres of undulating pastoral countryside. Linton has a well-preserved historic streetscape from its 19th-century gold rush origins, with a number of heritage-listed buildings lending the town a distinct character.
The town offers a quiet, self-contained rural lifestyle with basic amenities including a primary school, hotel, and community facilities. Its heritage character — including the notable Barr Building and other Victorian-era structures — reflects a rich colonial history tied to the gold rush era of the 1850s. Linton is popular with those seeking affordable country living within reasonable reach of Ballarat, which provides the full range of retail, health, and educational services. The surrounding district is predominantly farmland, offering wide open spaces and a genuine sense of rural community.
Linton falls under postcode 3360 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Limited rural coach services — Ballarat / Colac 40-50 min to Ballarat
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Via Western Ring Road and Western Freeway. Ballarat is the practical regional hub for services.
Limited local amenities in town; most shopping and services require a drive to Ballarat
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Adair Street