Black Hill
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Black Hill, VIC 3350.
About Black Hill
Welcome to Black Hill
Black Hill sits on the eastern edge of Ballarat, about a hundred metres of elevation above the city centre and a short drive from it, giving the suburb its name and its rolling, tree-dotted character. Bordered by Ballarat East, Eureka, Bakery Hill, Nerrina and Soldiers Hill, it occupies a niche between established goldfields-era streetscapes and newer pockets of housing tucked into the bush reserve after which it's named.
With a population of around 2,124 and a median age of 40, Black Hill tends to suit families and established buyers looking for a quieter, semi-rural feel without giving up easy access to Ballarat's amenities. It's a suburb defined as much by its landscape — the old mining hill itself, now a reserve and lookout — as by its housing stock.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Black Hill is understated and outdoors-oriented, with much of the day-to-day café and retail action happening just over the border in Bakery Hill and Ballarat East. Residents tend to head into these neighbouring strips, or further into Ballarat's CBD, for their coffee, pub meals and grocery runs, while Black Hill itself remains a predominantly residential, low-density pocket where the main drawcard is the surrounding bush and views back over the city.
It's a suburb that appeals to people who want a bit of separation from the bustle without sacrificing proximity — a five to ten minute drive typically covers the gap to Ballarat's main dining and entertainment precincts.
Parks & recreation
The Black Hill Reserve is the suburb's defining feature: a former gold-mining site turned bushland reserve with walking trails, lookout points and remnants of its mining history still visible among the vegetation. It's a genuine drawcard for walkers, runners and mountain bikers, and gives the suburb a green, elevated outlook that's unusual this close to a regional city centre.
Beyond the reserve, the surrounding suburbs of Nerrina and Eureka offer additional reserves and sporting grounds, while the broader Ballarat parks network — including Lake Wendouree — is within easy reach for those wanting a change of scenery.
Getting around
Black Hill's elevated, semi-bushland setting means most residents rely on cars for daily commuting, with good road links running down into Ballarat East and Bakery Hill and on into the CBD. Ballarat's train line, connecting through to Melbourne, is accessible via Ballarat station in the city centre, making the suburb a workable option for people who commute occasionally rather than daily.
Local bus routes connect through neighbouring Soldiers Hill and Bakery Hill, though the hillier terrain and lower density mean services are less frequent than in more central Ballarat suburbs.
Schools & families
Families in Black Hill typically look to the well-established schools in surrounding suburbs, with Ballarat East, Bakery Hill and Soldiers Hill all offering primary schooling options within a short drive, and Ballarat's broader secondary college network — including several respected government and independent schools — accessible within about ten minutes.
With a median age of 40 and a population just over two thousand, Black Hill has a settled, family-friendly feel, and its quieter streets and larger blocks make it a popular choice for those raising children who still want easy access to Ballarat's schools and services.
Housing & architecture
Housing in Black Hill is overwhelmingly detached, with houses making up 76% of current listings, alongside a smaller mix of apartments and units (17%), land (3%) and townhouses (3%). Blocks here tend to be more generous than in tightly packed inner Ballarat suburbs, reflecting the area's semi-bushland origins, and it's common to see homes designed to make the most of hillside views back towards the city.
Architecturally it's a mixed bag — some older goldfields-era and post-war homes sit alongside newer builds on larger allotments, giving the suburb a less uniform streetscape than some of its more heritage-heavy neighbours like Eureka or Soldiers Hill.
The property market
Black Hill's median house price currently sits at $573,000, following recent growth of 14.6% — a notable rise that reflects growing buyer interest in Ballarat's leafier, view-oriented suburbs. Median rent is $430 a week, positioning the suburb as reasonably affordable relative to metropolitan benchmarks while still offering solid rental returns for investors.
The dominance of houses in the current listing mix (76%) suggests the market here is still very much geared towards family buyers and those seeking land and space, rather than unit or townhouse stock. For buyers priced out of more central Ballarat suburbs but wanting to stay close to the CBD, Black Hill's combination of price point, growth and bushland setting has made it an increasingly attractive proposition.
Market snapshot
Black Hill property market
Median sale price
$573k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$430
per week
Gross rental yield
3.9%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$432k
Median
$573k
Premium
$699k
Days on market
20
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
30
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth -0.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Black Hill by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Black Hill, VIC 3350.
Population
2,124
residents (2021)
Median age
40
years
Household income
$1,471
median, per week
Median rent
$290
per week
Median mortgage
$1,393
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Black Hill
$285k
16/10 SIMPSON STREET
Sold ~July 2026
$590k
503 Nicholson Street
Sold ~July 2026
$325k
3/309 Nicholson Street
Sold ~July 2026
$622k
2 Sweeney Street
Sold ~July 2026
$540k
4/420 Nicholson Street
Sold ~July 2026
$765k
406 Sherrard Street
Sold ~July 2026
$715k
2 Highview Court
Sold ~July 2026
$560k
28 Killeen Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Black Hill suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Black Hill?
The median house price in Black Hill, VIC is $573k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 14.6%.
How much is rent in Black Hill?
The median weekly rent in Black Hill is around $430 per week.
Is Black Hill a good place to live?
Black Hill is a suburb of Ballarat, Victoria, Australia in the northeast of the city. Black Hill is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 2,124.
What is the population of Black Hill?
Black Hill has a population of 2,124 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 40.
How long do homes take to sell in Black Hill?
Properties in Black Hill take around 20 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Black Hill?
Entry-level properties in Black Hill start around $432k, while premium homes reach $699k.
What suburbs are near Black Hill?
Suburbs near Black Hill include Ballarat East, Eureka, Bakery Hill, Nerrina and Soldiers Hill.
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