Bacchus Marsh Surrounds, VIC 3176
Quiet streets and a genuine community feel, a short drive from Ballarat's centre.
- Small-town feel
- $330/wk Median
- 12.7% Renters
Bacchus Marsh Surrounds Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.6k
- Median age
- 43
- Median weekly rent
- $330
- To the CBD
- 42.4km
- Walkability
- 5.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Bacchus Marsh Surrounds Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Signature Spotlight
Country Lifestyle
Bacchus Marsh Surrounds offers a genuinely different pace from Ballarat's centre — more space, a stronger sense of community, and a median weekly rent of $330 that's noticeably kinder to the budget. Population sits at 6,559, with 12.7% renting rather than owning.
Around Bacchus Marsh Surrounds
Bacchus Marsh Surrounds Memorial Park
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Bacchus Marsh Surrounds Showgrounds
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Bacchus Marsh Surrounds
Real questions renters ask before moving to Bacchus Marsh Surrounds.
Is Bacchus Marsh Surrounds family-friendly for renters?
Bacchus Marsh Surrounds has around 4 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $330/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Ballarat.
Is Bacchus Marsh Surrounds walkable?
Bacchus Marsh Surrounds carries a walkability score of 5.4/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
What's the community like in Bacchus Marsh Surrounds?
Bacchus Marsh Surrounds has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 6,559, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
How far is Bacchus Marsh Surrounds from the Ballarat CBD?
Bacchus Marsh Surrounds is approximately 36km from the Ballarat CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 46-61 minutes.
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