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Mount Pleasant

VIC 3350 • Rest of VIC

2,225
Population (2021)
$35,880
Median Income
2.01 km²
Area
$280/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyHistoricAffordableRegional CityQuiet

About Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant is the oldest residential suburb of Ballarat, located just 3 kilometres south of Ballarat Central in western Victoria. With a population of around 2,225, it sits between Yarrowee Creek and the White Horse Range, giving it a distinctive village-like character. The suburb has a median age of 35, younger than Ballarat overall, with a strong mix of families and young professionals. Predominantly Australian-born (82%), the community reflects traditional English, Australian and Irish heritage.

Mount Pleasant offers a relaxed suburban lifestyle with easy access to Ballarat's city centre amenities. The suburb features tree-lined streets, local parks, and a strong sense of community identity partly shaped by its physical separation from the rest of Ballarat by the creek and escarpment. Residents enjoy proximity to schools, Ballarat's retail precinct, and the cultural attractions of this historic gold rush city. The area attracts young families drawn by affordable housing and a quiet residential atmosphere.

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
Victoria
Postcode
3350
Urban Area
Ballarat
LGA / Council
Ballarat
Federal Electorate
Ballarat
State Electorate
Eureka (Western Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.58°, 143.86°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
2.01 km²
Elevation
431m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ballarat Station
3.5 km
40 mins

Bus Services

  • Route 10 — Sebastopol via Mount Pleasant 10 mins to Ballarat CBD
  • Route 20 — Ballarat Station via Canadian 15 mins

Commute to Ballarat CBD

Distance
3 km
By Bus
10-15 mins
By Car (Peak)
8-12 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
5-8 mins

🛣️ V/Line train from Ballarat to Melbourne Southern Cross takes approximately 75-90 mins

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Residential streets with footpaths; Ballarat CBD accessible by a moderate walk or short bus ride

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 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

🧬 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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