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Sulky

VIC 3352 • Victoria

234
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
9.65 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralRuralCommuter BeltEstablished

About Sulky

Sulky is a small rural locality on the eastern fringe of Ballarat, Victoria's third-largest city, located within the City of Ballarat local government area and sharing the 3352 postcode with surrounding Ballarat suburbs. With a population of 234 residents in the 2021 Census across 9.6 square kilometres, Sulky retains a quiet semi-rural character while sitting close to Ballarat's expanding urban edge. The locality falls within the state electoral district of Wendouree and reflects the agricultural and lifestyle property fringe typical of outer Ballarat.

Sulky residents benefit from proximity to Ballarat's extensive amenities, including major shopping centres, hospitals, schools, and cultural institutions such as Sovereign Hill and the Art Gallery of Ballarat. Ballarat railway station, located in the city's centre, provides regular V/Line services to Melbourne Southern Cross station in approximately 75 minutes. The eastern rural fringe setting offers larger land parcels and a quieter lifestyle compared to Ballarat's suburbs, making it popular with those seeking semi-rural acreage living within easy reach of the city's services and Melbourne day-trip distance.

Sulky falls under postcode 3352 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wendouree (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3352
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Wendouree (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.48°, 143.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
9.65 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ballarat
7 km
Drive required

Bus Services

  • Ballarat Transit bus network (nearby) — Ballarat CBD 15-25 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
105 km
By Train
Approx. 75 min to Southern Cross via V/Line Ballarat Line from Ballarat station (short drive away)
By Car (Peak)
90-120 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
75-95 min

🛣️ Western Ring Road and Western Freeway (M8) for Melbourne access; Ballarat is the nearest major centre (10 min drive)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural-fringe locality with no local walkable amenities; car needed to access Ballarat's services and shops.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
234
▲ 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 Sulky known for? +

Sulky is known for its quiet semi-rural character on the eastern fringe of Ballarat, offering a peaceful lifestyle with larger land parcels close to the city's amenities. It is part of the broader Ballarat region, renowned for its gold rush heritage, Sovereign Hill, and cultural attractions.

How far is Sulky from Ballarat CBD? +

Sulky is situated on the eastern rural fringe of Ballarat, approximately 5–8 kilometres from the Ballarat CBD, making it a short 10–15 minute drive to the city centre.

Does Sulky have public transport? +

Sulky itself has no direct public transport, but Ballarat railway station is within a short drive, offering regular V/Line train services to Melbourne Southern Cross station in approximately 75 minutes. Local bus services operate in the broader Ballarat urban area.

What is the population of Sulky? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sulky has a population of 234 people in approximately 84 dwellings, making it a small rural-fringe locality within the City of Ballarat municipality.

Is Sulky a good place to live? +

Sulky suits those who want semi-rural acreage living with easy access to Ballarat's full range of services, schools, and shopping. Its proximity to Ballarat and the V/Line rail connection to Melbourne also makes it viable for those who commute to the city occasionally.

What is the postcode for Sulky? +

The postcode for Sulky is 3352, which covers a broad area of Ballarat and surrounding localities in regional Victoria.