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Sebastopol

VIC 3356 • Rest of VIC

10,194
Population (2021)
$31,512
Median Income
8.34 km²
Area
418m
Elevation
Regional LivingAffordableWorking-ClassEstablished

About Sebastopol

Sebastopol is an established suburb of Ballarat, 3 kilometres south of the CBD. As one of Ballarat's more affordable residential areas, it offers established housing and local shopping along Albert Street. The suburb retains a distinct working-class character from its gold rush origins.

Life here is unpretentious Ballarat—affordable homes, local shops, and genuine community character. The suburb attracts first-home buyers and families seeking Ballarat living at accessible prices. Sebastopol offers regional city convenience without premium prices.

Sebastopol falls under postcode 3356 and is governed by Ballarat Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wendouree (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3356
Urban Area
Ballarat
LGA
Ballarat
Federal Electorate
Ballarat
State Electorate
Wendouree (Western Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.60°, 143.83°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
8.34 km²
Elevation
418m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    210 Albert Street Sebastopol 3356 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$270
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,133
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
10,032
Census 2021
10,194
▲ 1.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,428
Income 2021
$31,512
▲ 23.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 8,458
Born Overseas 1,018

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 179
  • 2. India 129
  • 3. New Zealand 87
  • 4. Netherlands 83
  • 5. Philippines 76
  • 6. China 35
  • 7. Germany 35
  • 8. Scotland 33
  • 9. Nepal 25
  • 10. Thailand 19
  • 11. United States 17
  • 12. Vietnam 15
  • 13. Ireland 13
  • 14. Italy 13
  • 15. Pakistan 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 4,305
Australian 4,191
Irish 1,243
Scottish 1,109
German 440
Dutch 322
Australian Aboriginal 248
Italian 227
Indian 118
Filipino 117

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

7,161
Both parents born in Australia
1,303
Both parents born overseas
957
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.0%
Christianity
38.8%
Hinduism
0.8%
Islam
0.7%
Sikhism
0.6%
Buddhism
0.5%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
574 (5.6%)
5-14 years
1,154 (11.3%)
15-19 years
526 (5.2%)
20-24 years
719 (7.1%)
25-34 years
1,543 (15.1%)
35-44 years
1,167 (11.4%)
45-54 years
1,101 (10.8%)
55-64 years
1,193 (11.7%)
65-74 years
1,163 (11.4%)
75-84 years
746 (7.3%)
85+ years
303 (3.0%)

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