Mount Helen

VIC 3350 • Rest of VIC

3,011
Population (2021)
$42,016
Median Income
11.92 km²
Area
500m
Elevation

About Mount Helen

Mount Helen is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Ballarat (City) area. With a population of 3,011 and a median income of $42,016, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 11.92 km² at an elevation of 500m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 500m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Mount Helen offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Mount Helen 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
-37.63°, 143.89°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
11.92 km²
Elevation
500m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$345
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,600
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,975
Census 2021
3,011
1.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,536
Income 2021
$42,016
42.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,537
Born Overseas 331

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 96
  • 2. New Zealand 28
  • 3. India 24
  • 4. China 17
  • 5. South Africa 17
  • 6. Netherlands 13
  • 7. United States 12
  • 8. Italy 11
  • 9. Scotland 10
  • 10. Philippines 9
  • 11. Malaysia 7
  • 12. Nepal 6
  • 13. Germany 5
  • 14. Turkey 5
  • 15. Indonesia 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,306
Australian 1,250
Irish 448
Scottish 395
German 124
Dutch 89
Italian 83
Chinese 63
Australian Aboriginal 34
Croatian 33

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,093
Both parents born in Australia
428
Both parents born overseas
338
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
54.0%
Christianity
36.4%
Hinduism
0.7%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.3%
Buddhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
170 (5.6%)
5-14 years
445 (14.8%)
15-19 years
262 (8.7%)
20-24 years
253 (8.4%)
25-34 years
306 (10.2%)
35-44 years
378 (12.6%)
45-54 years
384 (12.8%)
55-64 years
379 (12.6%)
65-74 years
290 (9.6%)
75-84 years
112 (3.7%)
85+ years
18 (0.6%)

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