Maryborough Surrounds, VIC 3288
Quiet streets and a genuine community feel, a short drive from Ballarat's centre.
- Country charm
- $200/wk Median
- 10.0% Renters
Maryborough Surrounds Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 5.5k
- Median age
- 53
- Median weekly rent
- $200
- To the CBD
- 64.6km
- Walkability
- 3.6
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Maryborough Surrounds Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Cafés
A steady run of local cafés along the main strip makes weekend mornings easy — coffee, brunch and a slow start within a short walk of most streets.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
For renters after room to move without leaving the Ballarat region altogether, Maryborough Surrounds is a regular first stop. It's a close-knit community of 5,526, with the kind of local pace that's hard to find closer to the centre.
Around Maryborough Surrounds
Maryborough Surrounds Memorial Park
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Maryborough Surrounds Main Street
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Maryborough Surrounds
Real questions renters ask before moving to Maryborough Surrounds.
What's the community like in Maryborough Surrounds?
Locals describe Maryborough Surrounds as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 5,526, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Maryborough Surrounds walkable?
Maryborough Surrounds carries a walkability score of 3.6/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
How far is Maryborough Surrounds from the Ballarat CBD?
Maryborough Surrounds is approximately 67km from the Ballarat CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Maryborough Surrounds family-friendly for renters?
Maryborough Surrounds has around 6 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $200/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Ballarat.
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