Ballarat Central Property & Rent
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Ballarat Central Safety
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Includes assault, robbery, sexual offences, threats and intimidation - crimes directly harming personal safety
Includes burglary, vehicle theft, shoplifting, fraud, and property damage - the most common crime type
Includes drug possession, trafficking, manufacturing, and cultivation of illegal substances
Includes disturbing public order, unlawful weapon possession, harassment, and drunk and disorderly conduct
Includes breach of bail conditions, resist arrest, breach of community orders, and contempt of court
Includes environmental crimes, serious traffic violations, public health violations, and other uncategorised offences
Ballarat Central Community Overview
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📍 About Ballarat Central
BALLARAT CENTRAL is situated in Other Regional Victoria. The ABS 2021 Census records a population of 5,378 residents, creating a density of 1422 people/km².
Property: Data Vic Q2 2025 shows the median house price has reached $0.6M, representing strong growth of 76% over the past 10 years, while the median unit price stands at $0.4M, having increased 61% over the same period.
Education: VCAA 2025 VCE results highlight the area's educational options, with Ballarat High School serving as the local public school (ranked #79 among public schools) and Ballarat Clarendon College as the premier private option (ranked #1 among private schools).
Safety: Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 indicates a crime rate of 39,624 per 100,000 residents, which is 5.82 times the Victorian average of 6,810, placing this area in the high crime category.
Demographics: The Chinese community represents 1.50% of the population (approximately 80 residents), forming a smaller but established presence within the suburb.
Transport: The suburb is positioned approximately 114.8km from the CBD, with travel times of around 83 minutes by car. There is no train station serving the immediate area.