Newington

VIC 3350 • Rest of VIC

1,844
Population (2021)
$41,704
Median Income
2.40 km²
Area
453m
Elevation

About Newington

Newington is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Ballarat (City) area. With a population of 1,844 and a median income of $41,704, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.40 km² at an elevation of 453m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 453m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Newington offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

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

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3350
Urban Area
Ballarat
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.56°, 143.83°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
2.40 km²
Elevation
453m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$315
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,900
Census 2021
1,844
2.9% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,864
Income 2021
$41,704
26.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,600
Born Overseas 187

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 31
  • 2. India 24
  • 3. New Zealand 21
  • 4. China 12
  • 5. Germany 8
  • 6. Ireland 8
  • 7. Scotland 8
  • 8. United States 8
  • 9. South Africa 6
  • 10. Japan 5
  • 11. Malaysia 5
  • 12. Taiwan 5
  • 13. Canada 4
  • 14. Fiji 4
  • 15. Hong Kong 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 772
Australian 732
Irish 382
Scottish 238
German 95
Italian 71
Dutch 56
Chinese 54
Australian Aboriginal 37
Indian 32

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,333
Both parents born in Australia
253
Both parents born overseas
205
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.2%
No Religion
46.0%
Hinduism
1.6%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.4%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
77 (4.2%)
5-14 years
271 (14.7%)
15-19 years
237 (12.9%)
20-24 years
99 (5.4%)
25-34 years
162 (8.8%)
35-44 years
208 (11.3%)
45-54 years
250 (13.6%)
55-64 years
201 (10.9%)
65-74 years
190 (10.3%)
75-84 years
109 (5.9%)
85+ years
42 (2.3%)

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