Miners Rest
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Miners Rest, VIC 3352.
About Miners Rest
Welcome to Miners Rest
Miners Rest sits on the northern edge of Ballarat, close enough to the city centre to make use of its shops, schools and hospitals, but far enough out to still feel like its own small town. It's the kind of place where paddocks and new housing estates sit side by side, and where the pace of life is noticeably calmer than in the busier Ballarat suburbs to the south.
With a population of just 3,829 and a median age of 33, Miners Rest has become a popular spot for young families and first-home buyers chasing more land and a lower price point without giving up easy access to regional Victoria's fastest-growing city. It's not a suburb built around cafes and nightlife — it's one built around backyards, school runs and weekend footy.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Miners Rest is low-key and family-focused. Locals tend to do their socialising at the sportsground, the primary school gate or in each other's backyards, rather than at a strip of cafes, though the drive into Ballarat's city centre or the Wendouree shopping precinct opens up plenty of dining and entertainment options within about fifteen minutes. It suits people who want a quieter home base and don't mind travelling a short distance for a night out.
Shopping
Miners Rest has a small local shopping offering to cover everyday basics, but for bigger supermarket runs and speciality shopping most residents head to nearby Wendouree or into central Ballarat, both an easy drive away. The proximity to Ballarat's major retail centres means residents get the benefit of a full range of shopping without the price tag that comes with living closer to them.
Getting around
The Sunraysia Highway and Western Highway both run close by, making Miners Rest a straightforward commute into Ballarat, and a workable option for those who occasionally need to get to Melbourne via the Western Freeway. Ballarat's train line connects the city to Southern Cross Station, and Miners Rest residents typically drive into Ballarat or a nearby station to pick up services, since the suburb itself isn't on the rail line. Neighbouring Wendouree, Lake Gardens and Mount Rowan all sit along the main routes into the city, so getting to Ballarat's centre, hospitals or the train line is rarely more than a fifteen-minute drive.
Schools & families
Miners Rest Primary School anchors the suburb and is a genuine drawcard for young families moving to the area, offering a local option without the need to cross into Ballarat for primary schooling. Secondary students generally travel into Ballarat, where the city's established public and private colleges are within easy reach. Combined with the suburb's median age of 33 and steady supply of larger blocks, Miners Rest has built a reputation as a practical choice for families wanting space to grow into.
Housing & architecture
The current listing mix in Miners Rest is heavily weighted towards houses, which make up around 80% of what's on the market, with land listings at 16% and a small share of townhouses at 4%. This reflects the suburb's character: it's dominated by newer subdivisions and low-density housing on generous blocks, rather than unit or townhouse development, and there's a steady pipeline of vacant land for those wanting to build.
The property market
Miners Rest's median house price currently sits at $662,000, having grown 8.5% recently, a sign of continued buyer demand for its mix of affordability and space on Ballarat's fringe. Median rent is $490 a week, giving landlords a reasonable return in a market that continues to attract renters priced out of options closer to central Ballarat. For buyers comparing Miners Rest with neighbouring Mitchell Park, Sulky or Mount Rowan, it remains one of the more accessible entry points into the northern Ballarat corridor, particularly for those wanting a house and land package rather than an established home.
Market snapshot
Miners Rest property market
Median sale price
$662k
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$490
per week
Gross rental yield
3.8%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$581k
Median
$662k
Premium
$920k
Days on market
34
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
61
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +0.8% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Miners Rest by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Miners Rest, VIC 3352.
Population
3,829
residents (2021)
Median age
33
years
Household income
$1,983
median, per week
Median rent
$360
per week
Median mortgage
$1,517
per month
Mortgage / income
18%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Miners Rest
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Miners Rest
$615k
18 Selwyn Street
Sold ~July 2026
$965k
39 Aquiver Terrace
Sold ~July 2026
$650k
8 Baxter Street
Sold ~July 2026
$745k
13 Douglas Close
Sold ~July 2026
$575k
3 Calloway Close
Sold ~June 2026
$690k
14 Pettett Close
Sold ~June 2026
$335k
4-6 Lyons Street
Sold ~June 2026
$290k
5 Bridle Street
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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Common questions
Miners Rest suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Miners Rest?
The median house price in Miners Rest, VIC is $662k for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 8.5%.
How much is rent in Miners Rest?
The median weekly rent in Miners Rest is around $490 per week.
Is Miners Rest a good place to live?
Miners Rest is a suburb north of Ballarat, Victoria, Australia on the north-western rural-urban fringe of the city, 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) northwest of the Central Business District. Miners Rest is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 3,829 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Miners Rest?
Miners Rest has a population of 3,829 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 33.
What schools are in Miners Rest?
There is 1 school in or near Miners Rest, including Miners Rest Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Miners Rest?
Properties in Miners Rest take around 34 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Miners Rest?
Entry-level properties in Miners Rest start around $581k, while premium homes reach $920k.
What suburbs are near Miners Rest?
Suburbs near Miners Rest include Mitchell Park, Mount Rowan, Wendouree, Sulky and Lake Gardens.
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