Alfredton, VIC 3782
Regional Ballarat living — room to breathe, without leaving the essentials behind.
- Regional lifestyle
- $370/wk Median
- 28.2% Renters
Alfredton Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 16.8k
- Median age
- 34
- Median weekly rent
- $370
- To the CBD
- 9.3km
- Walkability
- 8.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Alfredton Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
Alfredton offers a genuinely different pace from Ballarat's centre — more space, a stronger sense of community, and a median weekly rent of $370 that's noticeably kinder to the budget. Population sits at 16,835, with 28.2% renting rather than owning.
Around Alfredton
Alfredton Botanic Gardens
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Alfredton Showgrounds
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Alfredton
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Alfredton
Real questions renters ask before moving to Alfredton.
How far is Alfredton from the Ballarat CBD?
Alfredton is approximately 10km from the Ballarat CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 20-35 minutes.
Is Alfredton family-friendly for renters?
Alfredton has around 6 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $370/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Ballarat.
Is Alfredton a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Alfredton has a 28.2% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Alfredton walkable?
Alfredton carries a walkability score of 8.7/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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