Ballendella 3561 vs Rochester 3561: Internet Compared

Side-by-side internet quality comparison for Ballendella, VIC and Rochester, VIC.

Data updated March 2026 · Sources: NBN Co, ABS Census, ACCC

Ballendella 3/10 D+
VS
Better Rochester 6/10 B

Side-by-Side Comparison

MetricBallendella, VICRochester, VIC
Internet Score3/106/10
GradeD+B
Dominant TechnologyFixed WirelessFTTN
Speed Range25-75 Mbps25-68 Mbps (depends on distance from node)
NBN Premises551,780
FTTP UpgradeNoYes
Households Connected94.4%69.6%

Technology Mix

Ballendella

  • FIXED WIRELESS 100%

Rochester

  • FIXED WIRELESS 22.9%
  • FTTN 46.1%
  • FTTP 31%
  • SATELLITE 0.1%

Verdict

Rochester has better internet

Rochester has better internet: scores 6.0/10 vs 3.0/10 (difference of 3.0), different technology (Fixed Wireless vs FTTN).

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About this comparison

This comparison is based on PickNBN's composite internet quality score, which factors in NBN technology type, fibre coverage percentage, FTTP upgrade status, and ABS Census household connectivity rates.

Data sourced from NBN Co, ABS Census, and ACCC broadband benchmarks. Actual internet experience depends on your specific address, plan, and provider.