📮 Addington postcode: 3352

Addington Demographics: Population, Age & Income Profile (VIC)

Addington, Victoria· Ballarat· 3352
Addington has a medium demographic profile typical of Victoria suburbsUpdated 20 June 2026

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What A$49 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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Liveability Score

5.5

Addington has a medium demographic profile typical of Victoria suburbs

Key Facts

Median Age
38 years (state avg)
Median Household Income
$1,354/wk (state avg)
Families with Children
29.9% of households
Home Ownership
66.2% own — 30.2% rent
Postcode
3352
Region
Regional VIC
Median property value
$475,000
Dominant hazard
extreme heat

Demographics Analysis

Addington in Victoria reflects the broader demographic characteristics of the region. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census, the typical household in Victoria has a median weekly income of around $1,354, with a median age of 38 years.

The ABS reports that 29.9% of households in Victoria are couples with children, while 24.7% are couples without children. Lone person households account for 24.5% of households. This family composition data helps home buyers understand the neighbourhood character and amenity demand.

Home ownership rates in Victoria show that 66.2% of households own their home (with or without a mortgage), while 30.2% rent. These tenure patterns affect property turnover rates, rental demand, and neighbourhood stability — all important factors for home buyers evaluating Addington.

Climate risk is an increasingly important factor for property buyers evaluating suburbs like Addington. Different demographic groups face different climate exposure profiles — families may prioritise heat safety near schools, while retirees may be more concerned about insurance costs in flood-prone areas. Get an address-level climate risk report for your Addington property to understand how climate projections may affect your investment.

Addington located in Regional VIC (postcode 3352), is a Victoria suburb tracked by ClimateNest. The suburb's median property value is $475,000, and understanding climate exposure is becoming a standard part of due diligence for buyers, lenders and insurers pricing property in Addington.

Across the six hazard axes ClimateNest models, the dominant climate risk for Addington in this type is extreme heat. Insurance signals for the suburb point to premiums rising moderately (+25% by 2030). The actual risk of any single home can only be confirmed with an address-level report.

Whether you are buying, selling or renovating in Addington, extreme heat is the hazard to weigh first. Local council planning controls, state hazard mapping and lender climate policies each reference this kind of suburb-level signal, and property decisions in Addington are increasingly made with an address-level climate report in hand.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Implement Urban Greening Strategies

Near-term

Increase tree canopy cover and green spaces throughout Addington to mitigate the urban heat island effect and provide cooling.

Est. cost: $$

Enhance Stormwater Management Systems

Near-term

Upgrade existing stormwater infrastructure and implement Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) to better manage increased rainfall intensity and reduce localized flooding.

Est. cost: $$$

Promote Heat-Resilient Building Design

Long-term

Encourage and incentivize building designs that incorporate passive cooling techniques, improved insulation, and reflective surfaces to reduce indoor temperatures during heatwaves.

Est. cost: $$

Develop Property-Level Bushfire Preparedness Plans

Immediate

Educate residents on creating and maintaining defendable space around properties, understanding Fire Danger Ratings, and developing household emergency plans.

Est. cost: $

Community Heatwave Response Plan

Near-term

Establish a community-based plan to support vulnerable residents during heatwaves, including designated cooling centres and communication strategies.

Est. cost: $

Council & Emergency Services

City of Ballarat
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 20 June 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Addington?

Population data for Addington comes from the ABS 2021 Census, the most recent national census. For the most current suburb-level population data, refer to ABS QuickStats or consult the Victoria state government's population projections. Understanding population trends helps home buyers assess housing demand, infrastructure investment, and neighbourhood character.

What is the median age in Addington?

The median age for Victoria is 38 years according to the 2021 ABS Census, which serves as a reference point for Addington. A younger median age often indicates more families and first home buyers, while older demographics suggest established households and potentially lower turnover. Both have implications for property demand and investment strategy.

What is the average household income in Addington?

The median weekly household income in Victoria is $1,354 per week (ABS 2021 Census). Household income affects serviceability for mortgage lending, rental affordability, and the type of housing stock in demand within a suburb. Higher-income areas typically support stronger property values and faster capital growth. Combine demographic research with a climate risk report from ClimateNest for a complete property assessment.

What type of people live in Addington?

The demographic profile of Addington is broadly shaped by its location within Victoria. According to the ABS Census, 29.9% of households in the state are couples with children, while 24.7% are couples without children. The overall population of Victoria has a median age of 38 — use this as context when assessing the demographic character of Addington.

Is Addington Safe from Climate Risk?

Enter your address below for an instant climate risk assessment for Addington, Victoria, covering flood, bushfire, sea level rise and more.

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What A$49 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

Full report from A$49 · Australian addresses only · 8 hazard scores · Insurance trajectory · 2030 & 2050 projections