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Lake Gardens, Australia
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Lake Gardens is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,594. Elevation: 1,522 ft (464 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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About Lake Gardens
Lake Gardens is a relatively new suburb on the western rural-urban fringe of Ballarat, Victoria Australia located near Lake Wendouree and directly behind the Ballarat Botanical Gardens from which the suburb draws its name. The suburb is bounded by Gillies Street to the east, O'Donnell's Road to the west and Gregory Street West to the north. The population at the 2021 census was 1,801.
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| Population | 1,594 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,522 ft (464 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.5463°, 143.8165° |
| 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 | $25,789 |
| Median Age | 51.0 years |
About Lake Gardens
Lake Gardens is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,594. The city sits at an elevation of 1,522 feet (464 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
Lake Gardens vs Australia Average
Income: Lake Gardens vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $25,789 |
| 66% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,789 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $496 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 151 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $202,800 |
| 28% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,014 |
| 13% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 71.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 29.0% |
| Housing Units | 638 |
Property Tax
Climate in Lake Gardens
Lake Gardens 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 | 1,522 ft (464 m) |
| Area | 252.5 sq mi (653.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.5463°N, 143.8165°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (119 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Newer Volcanics Province | Shield(s) | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | -2900 | 119 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 65°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 62°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 44°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 56°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in |
Lake Gardens has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 44°F in July to 65°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.5").
Schools in Lake Gardens
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballarat High School | — | — | — | — |
| Ballarat Specialist School | — | — | — | — |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Alfredton Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Lake Gardens
| 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 Lake Gardens
| 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 Lake Gardens
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creswick Farmers' Market |
Restaurants in Lake Gardens
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Lake Gardens
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Lake Gardens
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Lake Gardens
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Lake Gardens
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Lake Gardens
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Lake Gardens
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Lake Gardens
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athletic Club Brewery | ||||
| Bankhouse Brewery | ||||
| Red Duck |
Stadiums & Teams in Lake Gardens
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lake Gardens
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 |
| Navarre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Raglan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rothwell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Smeaton airfield private | — | Small Airport |
| Trawalla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wooloomanata Airfield | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Lake Gardens?
Lake Gardens has a population of 1,594 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 252.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Lake Gardens expensive to live in?
The median household income is $25,789, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $202,800 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,014 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Lake Gardens?
Lake Gardens 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 Lake Gardens?
Lake Gardens has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $496. There are 151 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Lake Gardens?
The median home value in Lake Gardens is $202,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,014. The homeownership rate is 71.0%.