Delacombe, VIC 3978
Quiet streets and a genuine community feel, a short drive from Ballarat's centre.
- Country charm
- $360/wk Median
- 25.6% Renters
Delacombe Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 10.7k
- Median age
- 33
- Median weekly rent
- $360
- To the CBD
- 10.9km
- Walkability
- 8.9
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Delacombe Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Signature Spotlight
Country Lifestyle
Delacombe offers a genuinely different pace from Ballarat's centre — more space, a stronger sense of community, and a median weekly rent of $360 that's noticeably kinder to the budget. Population sits at 10,661, with 25.6% renting rather than owning.
Around Delacombe
Delacombe Botanic Gardens
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Delacombe Botanic Gardens
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Delacombe
Real questions renters ask before moving to Delacombe.
What's the community like in Delacombe?
Locals describe Delacombe as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 10,661, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Delacombe a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Delacombe has a 25.6% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Delacombe walkable?
Delacombe carries a walkability score of 8.9/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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