Soldiers Hill

VIC 3350 • Rest of VIC

2,813
Population (2021)
$43,784
Median Income
1.53 km²
Area
450m
Elevation

About Soldiers Hill

Soldiers Hill is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Ballarat (City) area. With a population of 2,813 and a median income of $43,784, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.53 km² at an elevation of 450m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 450m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Soldiers Hill offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Soldiers Hill 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
-37.55°, 143.86°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
1.53 km²
Elevation
450m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,509
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,803
Census 2021
2,813
0.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,644
Income 2021
$43,784
30.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,358
Born Overseas 342

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 78
  • 2. New Zealand 29
  • 3. India 24
  • 4. Philippines 19
  • 5. Scotland 16
  • 6. United States 16
  • 7. Malaysia 11
  • 8. China 9
  • 9. Indonesia 9
  • 10. Ireland 9
  • 11. Italy 7
  • 12. Vietnam 7
  • 13. Japan 5
  • 14. Pakistan 5
  • 15. Singapore 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,205
Australian 1,028
Irish 571
Scottish 484
German 149
Italian 79
Dutch 68
Chinese 48
Australian Aboriginal 44
Indian 37

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,904
Both parents born in Australia
426
Both parents born overseas
363
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.9%
Christianity
38.9%
Buddhism
1.2%
Hinduism
0.6%
Islam
0.4%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
160 (5.7%)
5-14 years
315 (11.2%)
15-19 years
150 (5.3%)
20-24 years
162 (5.8%)
25-34 years
429 (15.3%)
35-44 years
400 (14.2%)
45-54 years
355 (12.6%)
55-64 years
362 (12.9%)
65-74 years
284 (10.1%)
75-84 years
155 (5.5%)
85+ years
40 (1.4%)

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