Average rent in Alfredton, VIC2026

Alfredton sits in the Ballarat local government area, 112km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 16,835 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $370/week — above the Victoria state median of $363/week. 28% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$370/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
16,835

ABS 2021

Median age
34
Distance to Melbourne
112 km
Households renting
28%
Separate houses
93%
Flats / apartments
4%
Born overseas
16%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Ballarat

Renting in Alfredton

Alfredton runs roughly with the Victoria state median — renters typically pay $370/week, close to the $363/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (70% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 28% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (93%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 34 and a population around 16,835. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 16% of residents were born overseas. Alfredton is 112km from Melbourne, and rent trajectories here tend to track the state average rather than running ahead of it — but state rent indices have moved since 2021, so double-check against the live figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Alfredton?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Alfredton, VIC was $370. The live figure at the top of this page reflects what RenterSay users have reported more recently. State-wide rent indices suggest the 2021 number is by now well behind current asking rents — use it as a baseline, not a quote.
How does Alfredton rent compare to Victoria?+
At the 2021 Census, Victoria's state median rent was $363 a week. Alfredton sat at $370 — 2% above the state average. The suburb is 112km from Melbourne, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (93% separate houses, 4% flats here).
Which suburbs near Alfredton have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Alfredton's $370/week (ABS 2021) include Pakenham - South West, Kingsbury, Tarneit - South. Craigieburn - North, Reservoir - North West, Sunbury sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

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