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Mount Mercer

VIC 3352 • Victoria

94
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
107.54 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteQuietAgricultural

About Mount Mercer

Mount Mercer is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Golden Plains Shire, approximately 31 kilometres south of Ballarat and 100 kilometres west of Melbourne in Victoria's Western District. The locality is large in area, covering over 107 square kilometres, yet recorded a population of just 94 residents at the 2021 Census. The landscape is characterised by broad pastoral farmland, with beef and wool production dominating land use across the rolling volcanic plains. Mount Mercer takes its name from a nearby scoria cone, a remnant of Victoria's ancient volcanic history.

The locality is perhaps best known for the Mount Mercer Wind Farm, which became operational in 2014 and features 64 wind turbines across a 2,600 hectare site, generating enough electricity to power approximately 100,000 homes. The nearest town is Dereel, approximately 8 kilometres to the west, while Ballarat provides the full range of regional services including schools, hospitals, shopping, and rail connections. The area is deeply rural in character, appealing to farming families and those who value wide-open spaces and the quiet rhythms of Western District pastoral life. A private vehicle is essential, as public transport does not serve the locality.

Mount Mercer falls under postcode 3352 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wendouree (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3352
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Wendouree (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.48°, 143.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
107.54 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No bus service — N/A N/A — car required

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Ballarat Station (~31 km) then approx. 75 min to Southern Cross via V/Line Ballarat Line
By Car (Peak)
90-120 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
80-100 min

🛣️ Western Highway (A8) via Ballarat is the main route to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote rural locality with no shops, footpaths, or services — a car is required for absolutely all needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
94
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Mercer known for? +

Mount Mercer is known for its large pastoral farming landscape and the Mount Mercer Wind Farm, which became operational in 2014 and features 64 turbines generating power for approximately 100,000 homes. The locality takes its name from a nearby scoria cone, a remnant of Victoria's ancient volcanic activity.

How far is Mount Mercer from Ballarat? +

Mount Mercer is approximately 31 kilometres south of Ballarat, typically a 30-40 minute drive. Melbourne CBD is approximately 100 kilometres to the east, around 90 minutes by car via the Western Highway through Ballarat.

Does Mount Mercer have public transport? +

There is no public transport service within Mount Mercer. The nearest V/Line train services are available from Ballarat Station, approximately 31 kilometres to the north. A private vehicle is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Mount Mercer? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Mercer has a population of 94 residents across a large area of over 107 square kilometres, making it one of the more sparsely populated localities in the Golden Plains Shire.

Is Mount Mercer a good place to live? +

Mount Mercer suits those deeply committed to a farming or pastoral lifestyle in Victoria's Western District. The wide-open plains, quiet environment, and proximity to Ballarat's services appeal to farming families, though the absence of public transport and local amenities means car dependency is absolute.

What is the postcode for Mount Mercer? +

The postcode for Mount Mercer is 3352, shared with Ballarat and a number of surrounding rural localities in the region.