#1
Bailey Nelson Optometrist - Williamstown
5.0
Read 187 reviews · Score: 85/100
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Best Optometrists in Ballarat
Compare the top optometrists in Ballarat, VIC — ranked by our composite reputation score.
Updated September 2026 · Based on 1,924 real Google reviews across 18 optometrists
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Top Optometrists in Ballarat, VIC
The best optometrists in Ballarat, VIC are Bailey Nelson Optometrist - Williamstown (5.0★, 187 reviews), Clear Vision Optical (5.0★, 130 reviews), Australian Eye Specialists (4.7★, 221 reviews), Specsavers Optometrists & Audiology - Ballarat Bridge Mall (4.7★, 411 reviews) and Specsavers Optometrists & Audiology - Wendouree Stockland (4.7★, 359 reviews). Each is ranked by an independent reputation score from real Google reviews (1,924 reviews analysed across 18 businesses) — see the full top 18 below. Rankings last updated September 2026.
#2
Clear Vision Optical
5.0
Read 130 reviews · Score: 85/100
130 Blair St, Melbourne VIC 3047
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#4
Specsavers Optometrists & Audiology - Ballarat Bridge Mall
4.7
Read 411 reviews · Score: 73/100
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#5
Specsavers Optometrists & Audiology - Wendouree Stockland
4.7
Read 359 reviews · Score: 73/100
Stockland Cnr Norman &, Shop 75A Gillies St N
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#6
OPSM Ballarat Bridge Mall
4.9
Read 73 reviews · Score: 66/100
Sturt St, Shop/18 Bridge Mall
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#8
OPSM Wendouree
4.6
Read 114 reviews · Score: 64/100
Stockland Wendouree, Shop 039/51 Gillies St N
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#9
George & Matilda Eyecare for Darryl Wilson Optometrist
4.9
Read 40 reviews · Score: 64/100
21 Grant Street, Bacchus Marsh VIC 3340
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#10
Lake Eyewear
5.0
Read 9 reviews · Score: 61/100
1217 Howitt St, Ballarat VIC 3355
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#11
UFS Eye Care Lucas (Formerly Luke Farquhar Eyecare)
4.9
Read 35 reviews · Score: 58/100
6 Coltman Plz, Lucas VIC 3350
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#12
Westside Eyecare
5.0
Read 6 reviews · Score: 55/100
Inside Westside Dental Care, 837B Ballarat Rd
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#13
OPSM Ballarat Central Square
4.6
Read 68 reviews · Score: 54/100
Central Squre Shopping Centre 32, 35/18 Armstrong St S
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#15
GMHBA Health Insurance and Eye Care Ballarat
4.5
Read 29 reviews · Score: 46/100
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#16
Kevin Paisley Optometrists Ballarat
4.7
Read 22 reviews · Score: 46/100
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#17
Sturt Optical
4.7
Read 12 reviews · Score: 36/100
731 Sturt St, Ballarat VIC 3350
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about optometrists in Ballarat.
Who are the best optometrists in Ballarat?
We've ranked the top 18 optometrists in Ballarat, VIC based on our composite reputation score combining Google ratings, review volume, and online presence. Our rankings are updated daily.
How do you rank optometrists in Ballarat?
Each business gets a reputation score out of 100 from three things: its Google star rating (up to 47 points), how many reviews back that rating (up to 35), and whether customers can reach it via a website and phone number (up to 18). Review volume is the one part that can subtract: below 15 reviews it costs points, because a near-empty review record gives a stranger very little to go on. No score falls below 0, nothing else is counted, and placement cannot be bought. The score measures the strength of a business's public review record rather than the quality of its work, so it is worth reading the reviews as well — every listing links to them on Google.
Why does a optometrist with all 5-star reviews score lower than one with a lower rating?
Because review volume counts as well as rating, and below 15 reviews it counts against you. Five perfect reviews are encouraging but thin evidence; three hundred reviews averaging 4.7 tell a stranger far more about what to actually expect on the day. That is a judgement about how much proof exists, not about the quality of the work, and a newer business with a handful of excellent reviews may still be the right choice. The star rating and review count sit next to every score so you can weigh both yourself.
Why does the same business not appear several times?
Some businesses run more than one Google listing, often one per suburb they service. Those are the same company, so we group them and show the business once, using the listing with the strongest review record.
How many optometrists are there in Ballarat?
We track hundreds of optometrists across Ballarat and the wider VIC area. This page shows the top 18 based on their online reputation.
How can I improve my optometrist business ranking in Ballarat?
The best way to improve your ranking is to consistently collect genuine customer reviews. Businesses that actively manage their online reputation typically see 2-3x more enquiries. Tools like Starworks can automate this process.
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