Mount Clear

VIC 3350 • Rest of VIC

3,671
Population (2021)
$37,856
Median Income
10.57 km²
Area
450m
Elevation

About Mount Clear

Mount Clear is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Ballarat (City) area. With a population of 3,671 and a median income of $37,856, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 10.57 km² at an elevation of 450m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 450m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Mount Clear offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Mount Clear falls under postcode 3350 and is governed by Ballarat Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eureka (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3350
Urban Area
Ballarat
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.60°, 143.87°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
10.57 km²
Elevation
450m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,498
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,390
Census 2021
3,671
8.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,900
Income 2021
$37,856
26.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,027
Born Overseas 462

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 74
  • 2. India 63
  • 3. China 47
  • 4. New Zealand 41
  • 5. Pakistan 18
  • 6. Germany 16
  • 7. Philippines 16
  • 8. Netherlands 14
  • 9. Scotland 14
  • 10. Sri Lanka 13
  • 11. Malaysia 12
  • 12. Vietnam 11
  • 13. Bangladesh 9
  • 14. Italy 8
  • 15. Thailand 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,454
Australian 1,400
Irish 538
Scottish 487
German 176
Italian 118
Dutch 109
Chinese 87
Australian Aboriginal 74
Indian 72

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,536
Both parents born in Australia
554
Both parents born overseas
356
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.1%
Christianity
40.9%
Islam
1.2%
Hinduism
1.1%
Buddhism
0.8%
Sikhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
215 (5.9%)
5-14 years
529 (14.4%)
15-19 years
233 (6.3%)
20-24 years
242 (6.6%)
25-34 years
504 (13.7%)
35-44 years
513 (14.0%)
45-54 years
390 (10.6%)
55-64 years
365 (9.9%)
65-74 years
361 (9.8%)
75-84 years
231 (6.3%)
85+ years
94 (2.6%)

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