Buninyong, VIC 3571
Regional Ballarat living — room to breathe, without leaving the essentials behind.
- Country charm
- $330/wk Median
- 14.3% Renters
Buninyong Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 7.3k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $330
- To the CBD
- 16.9km
- Walkability
- 8.9
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Buninyong Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Signature Spotlight
Country Lifestyle
Buninyong 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 7,261, with 14.3% renting rather than owning.
Around Buninyong
Buninyong Memorial Park
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Buninyong Botanic Gardens
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Buninyong
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Buninyong
Real questions renters ask before moving to Buninyong.
Is Buninyong a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Buninyong has a 14.3% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
Is Buninyong family-friendly for renters?
Buninyong has around 6 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.
How far is Buninyong from the Ballarat CBD?
Buninyong is approximately 10km from the Ballarat CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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