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Nerrina

VIC 3350 • Victoria

970
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
6.80 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
SuburbanAffordableFamily-FriendlyCommuter Belt

About Nerrina

Nerrina is a residential locality on the western fringe of Ballarat, Victoria's third-largest city, approximately 110 kilometres north-west of Melbourne via the Western Freeway. Sharing postcode 3350 with central Ballarat, the locality has a population of 970 residents and a residential character typical of Ballarat's outer suburbs. The area sits within the Wendouree state electorate and the Ballarat federal electorate, and has seen gradual residential development as Ballarat expands outward from its historic centre.

Residents benefit from proximity to Ballarat's full range of services, including shopping centres at Delacombe Town Centre and the CBD, hospitals, and Federation University Australia — all within a short drive. V/Line train services from Ballarat Station connect the community to Melbourne in around 1 hour 20 minutes, making Nerrina accessible for commuters. The locality suits families and first-home buyers seeking the relative affordability and space of outer Ballarat while remaining close to the city's cultural attractions, parks, and well-regarded state schools.

Nerrina falls under postcode 3350 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wendouree (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3350
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Ballarat
State Electorate
Wendouree (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.57°, 143.86°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.80 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ballarat
4 km
50 min (drive recommended)

Bus Services

  • Ballarat Transit local services — Ballarat CBD / shopping centres 10–20 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
110 km
By Train
V/Line Ballarat Line from Ballarat Station; approx 1h 20min to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
1h 30min – 2h
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 10min – 1h 30min

🛣️ Western Freeway (M8) provides direct connection to Melbourne; Ballarat Station approx 4km away

Walkability Car-Dependent

Nerrina is a suburban-fringe locality where most errands require a car; nearby Ballarat provides all services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
970
▲ 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 Nerrina known for? +

Nerrina is a quiet outer-suburban locality on the western edge of Ballarat, known for its family-friendly residential character and proximity to Ballarat's services, schools, and the Western Freeway connection to Melbourne.

How far is Nerrina from Melbourne? +

Nerrina is approximately 110 kilometres north-west of Melbourne's CBD, around 1 hour 20 minutes by V/Line train from Ballarat Station or 1.5 to 2 hours by car via the Western Freeway depending on traffic.

Does Nerrina have public transport? +

Nerrina is served by Ballarat Transit local bus routes connecting to the Ballarat CBD and shopping centres. V/Line train services operate from Ballarat Station, approximately 4 kilometres away, with regular trains to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Nerrina? +

According to the 2021 Census, Nerrina has a population of 970 residents across approximately 349 dwellings, reflecting a compact but growing outer-suburban community within the Ballarat region.

Is Nerrina a good place to live? +

Nerrina is well-suited to families and first-home buyers who want the affordability and open feel of outer Ballarat while being close to the city's services, schools, and employment. The V/Line rail connection also makes it viable for Melbourne commuters.

What is the postcode for Nerrina? +

The postcode for Nerrina, VIC is 3350, which it shares with the Ballarat city centre and several other inner Ballarat localities.