Gridly
VIC 3355 · Ballarat
Public EV Chargers in Ballarat
Ballarat has 1 public EV charging station with 2 plugs across 1 network.
A growing suburb still waiting for fast charging infrastructure.
1
Stations
2
Plugs
0
DC Fast
6 kW
Max Speed
All Charging Stations
1 stations in Ballarat, VIC 3355
| Type | Network | Location | Power | Plugs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC | Non-networked Independent charger | Gillies Street North Gillies Street North, Ballarat VIC 3355 | 6 kW | 2 |
Non-networked
Independent charger
Gillies Street North
Gillies Street North, Ballarat VIC 3355
2
plugs
EV Charging in Context
How Ballarat's charging infrastructure compares to local demand.
13,059
Residents (2021)
1:13,059
Charger-to-resident ratio
89%
Households with a car
336,449
Vehicles/day on monitored roads
Ballarat has a population of 13,059 and 1 public EV charging station — roughly 1 charger for every 13,059 residents. Car ownership is high at 89% of households (above the Victorian average of 87%), which means more potential EV demand.
According to the 2021 Census, 65% of workers in Ballarat drive to their job — above the state average.
VicRoads traffic counters in the 3355 postcode recorded an average of 336,449 vehicles per day across WESTERN FREEWAY, LEARMONTH ROAD, SUNRAYSIA HIGHWAY and 2 other roads. As EV adoption grows, this traffic volume points to a gap in fast charging infrastructure — Ballarat has no DC fast chargers yet.
Charging Networks in Ballarat
Non-networked
1 station · 2 plugs
"Non-networked" chargers are independently operated and not connected to a major charging network. These are typically installed by businesses, hotels, or councils and may include brands like Tesla Destination Chargers. Check with the venue for access details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many public EV chargers are in Ballarat? ▼
Ballarat has 1 EV charging station with 2 total plugs — 0 DC fast chargers and 1 AC destination charger across 1 network.
Where's the nearest DC fast charger to Ballarat? ▼
Ballarat has 1 AC charger but no DC fast charging. The nearest fast charger is in Warrenheip (postcode 3352).
Which EV charging networks operate in Ballarat? ▼
Charging networks in Ballarat include Non-networked. There is currently only one network operating here.
Which council area is Ballarat in? ▼
Ballarat is in the Ballarat local government area. Other suburbs in Ballarat with EV chargers include Ballarat Central, Creswick, Invermay.
Is Ballarat underserved for EV charging? ▼
Ballarat has 13,059 residents sharing 1 public charger — roughly 1 for every 13,059 people. That ratio suggests the area could benefit from more charging infrastructure. Car ownership is 89%, above the Victorian average.
How busy are the roads near Ballarat? ▼
VicRoads counters record an average of 336,449 vehicles per day across 48 monitored road sections in the 3355 postcode, including WESTERN FREEWAY, LEARMONTH ROAD, SUNRAYSIA HIGHWAY. That's a significant volume — fast charging infrastructure would serve both locals and passing traffic.
Charger data: Victorian Government DCAV Program and OpenChargeMap (2025). Population and commute data: ABS 2021 Census. Traffic volumes: VicRoads AADT (2019). Gridly does not guarantee charger availability — confirm via the network's app before travelling.