Mount Pleasant

VIC 3350 • Rest of VIC

2,225
Population (2021)
$35,880
Median Income
2.01 km²
Area
431m
Elevation

About Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Ballarat (City) area. With a population of 2,225 and a median income of $35,880, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.01 km² at an elevation of 431m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 431m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Mount Pleasant offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Mount Pleasant 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
-37.58°, 143.86°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
2.01 km²
Elevation
431m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$280
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,203
Census 2021
2,225
1.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$28,964
Income 2021
$35,880
23.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,831
Born Overseas 264

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 61
  • 2. India 39
  • 3. New Zealand 22
  • 4. Philippines 18
  • 5. Scotland 13
  • 6. United States 11
  • 7. Netherlands 10
  • 8. Nepal 8
  • 9. Afghanistan 6
  • 10. South Africa 5
  • 11. Vietnam 5
  • 12. China 4
  • 13. Ireland 4
  • 14. Malaysia 4
  • 15. Canada 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 991
Australian 830
Irish 339
Scottish 339
German 101
Dutch 60
Italian 60
Australian Aboriginal 56
Chinese 37
Filipino 23

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,507
Both parents born in Australia
334
Both parents born overseas
252
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
52.9%
Christianity
36.1%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.9%
Islam
0.8%
Sikhism
0.7%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
109 (4.9%)
5-14 years
252 (11.3%)
15-19 years
128 (5.8%)
20-24 years
212 (9.5%)
25-34 years
400 (18.0%)
35-44 years
265 (11.9%)
45-54 years
280 (12.6%)
55-64 years
236 (10.6%)
65-74 years
194 (8.7%)
75-84 years
107 (4.8%)
85+ years
33 (1.5%)

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