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Ballarat Central, Australia
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Ballarat Central is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 5,540. Elevation: 1,476 ft (450 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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People
Economy
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| Population | 5,540 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,476 ft (450 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.5621°, 143.8508° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.2 inches (766 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.5 inches (4 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,750 |
| Median Age | 41.0 years |
About Ballarat Central
Ballarat Central is a small city in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 5,540. The city sits at an elevation of 1,476 feet (450 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Ballarat Central vs Australia Average
Income: Ballarat Central vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $27,750 |
| 63% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,750 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $534 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 526 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $169,000 |
| 40% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $845 |
| 27% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 59.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 41.0% |
| Housing Units | 2,216 |
Property Tax
Climate in Ballarat Central
Ballarat Central has an average annual temperature of 12.4°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.8°C), the coldest is Jul (6.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 615 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below Australia avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,476 ft (450 m) |
| Area | 252.5 sq mi (653.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.5621°N, 143.8508°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (121 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Newer Volcanics Province | Shield(s) | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | -2900 | 121 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 44°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 in |
Ballarat Central has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 44°F in July to 64°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.7").
Schools in Ballarat Central
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dana Street Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ballarat Clarendon College Mair Street Campus | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ballarat Central
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Ballarat Central
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballaarat Observatory | ||||
| Ballarat Aviation Museum | ||||
| Ballarat Fine Art Gallery | ||||
| Ballarat Gold Museum | ||||
| Ballarat Tramway Museum | ||||
| Ballarat Tramway Museum | ||||
| Friends of the Anson Air Museum | ||||
| Golden City Steamer Museum | ||||
| Haddon Tramway Preservation Association | ||||
| Sovereign Hill |
Libraries in Ballarat Central
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Highlands Regional Library Corp. Ballarat branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Creswick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| L Building: E J Barker Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mechanics' Institute & Free Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sebastopol Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Temporary Library (Room 123) till Feb 2025 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ballarat Central
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creswick Farmers' Market |
Hotels in Ballarat Central
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ballarat Central
27 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ballarat Central
24 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Ballarat Central
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Ballarat Central
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Ballarat Central
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Ballarat Central
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ballarat Central
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ballarat Central
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ballarat Central
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ballarat Central
11 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Ballarat Central
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Ballarat Central
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Ballarat Central
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athletic Club Brewery | ||||
| Bankhouse Brewery | ||||
| Red Duck |
Stadiums & Teams in Ballarat Central
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ballarat Central
35 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Avalon International Airport | AVV | Large Airport |
| Amphitheatre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bacchus Marsh Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ballarat Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ballarat Health Service Helipad | — | Small Airport |
| Barwon Heads Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beaufort | — | Small Airport |
| Beaufort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Castlemaine Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ceres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Colac Airport | XCO | Small Airport |
| Cressy Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Derrinallum (Poligolet Station) airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Derrinallum Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dunolly Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fiskville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gnarwarre Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kuruc-A-Ruc South Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kurweeton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kyneton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| lake Modewarre Private airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| lake Modewarre Private airstrip no.2 | — | Small Airport |
| Lethbridge Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Lismore Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lovely Banks Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maryborough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Melton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Moonambel Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Elephant Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Raglan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rothwell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Smeaton airfield private | — | Small Airport |
| Torquay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Trawalla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wooloomanata Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ballarat Central
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ballarat West Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ballarat Central
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ballarat Christian Fellowship | |
| Saint Andrew's Church | |
| St Patrick's Cathedral | |
| St Peter's Anglican Church | |
| St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Ballarat Central?
Ballarat Central has a population of 5,540 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 252.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.
Is Ballarat Central expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,750, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Ballarat Central?
Ballarat Central has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Ballarat Central?
Ballarat Central has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $534. There are 526 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Ballarat Central?
The median home value in Ballarat Central is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 59.0%.