Suburb profile · Greater Melbourne
Beaconsfield (Vic.) has an estimated 8,310 residents, up 14.4% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Beaconsfield (Vic.).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Beaconsfield (Vic.) is located 45 kilometres southeast of the Melbourne CBD. AreaSearch's analysis estimates the suburb's population at around 8,310 as of Aug 2026, drawing on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, which are released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. This represents an increase of 1,043 people (14.4%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 7,267 people, together with 335 validated new addresses added since that Census.
The suburb also has a notable proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 and an elevated presence of those aged 45 to 54. Its standout traits include a high proportion of teenagers, alongside a middle-aged population made up largely of family households and couples with children, and the area is showing strong population growth. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,071 in 2006 and 8,131 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 8,310 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 45 to 54, 16.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.8%.
Beaconsfield (Vic.) ranks in the 85th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 78th for population growth.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Beaconsfield (Vic.) is $626 a week, for the 12 months to Sep 2025 and 7% above Greater Melbourne.
7% above Greater Melbourne on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $389 in 2017, $600 in 2025; Units (dashed orange line): $323 in 2017, $506 in 2025. The latest is to Sep 2025.
The change over 12 months, by dwelling type, is charted in Full.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $626 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, houses | $600 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, units | $506 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Melbourne - South East | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Greater Melbourne | $587 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, VIC | $560 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
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Status of the 25 tracked applications: 16 approved, 1 under assessment, 8 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 6 projects in Beaconsfield (Vic.) (1 under construction) and 166 more in the surrounding area.
Strategic revitalisation of the Beaconsfield Plaza neighbourhood hub.
Proposed further expansion of Arena Shopping Centre in Officer, a neighbourhood centre anchored by Woolworths, BWS and over 25 specialty…
Kaduna Park Estate is an 80 hectare masterplanned residential community in Officer South developed by Parklea, featuring around 760 house…
Major expansion of the emergency department at Casey Hospital in Berwick, supporting an additional 52,000 emergency presentations each…
Acquisitions in Melbourne's western growth corridor for housing development, with a total of 725 lots planned.
Large-scale masterplanned community by Stockland on the former Minta Farm site, covering approximately 114 hectares and delivering around…
A facilities upgrade at Beaconsfield Primary School, a government primary school in Beaconsfield, Victoria, first opened in 1890.
Designated as a Major Activity Centre (MAC) and the heart of the Officer Precinct Structure Plan, accommodating approximately 10,900…
A masterplanned residential community by Development Victoria featuring over 200 sustainable townhouses.
Permit approved 4.05 hectare residential subdivision site in Officer's high-growth corridor featuring endorsed plans for 55 residential…
Recently completed boutique townhouse development of 64 modern 3 and 4 bedroom residences with premium finishes, located in the heart of…
Golden Win Estate is a 36-lot residential subdivision on 3.53 hectares in central Officer.
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Estimated completion year of the 82 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 8, 2026 23, 2027 21, 2028 12, 2029 2, 2030 7, 2031 1, 2032 3, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 3, 2036 2. 17 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 25 substantial development applications lodged in and around Beaconsfield (Vic.) over the past 5 years, 7 in the last 12 months; 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 6, 2023 5, 2024 5, 2025 5, 2026 (to Oct) 4.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 25 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 7 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 10.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 86th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 82 | ABS building approvals | 75th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 16 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Beaconsfield include: Glismann Road Residential Development Precinct (Construction); Acre Ridge Estate (Construction); Beaconsfield Plaza Redevelopment (Planning); Geranium Estate (Dev. Approval); and Minta (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Beaconsfield spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Retail, and Communities, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 40%, the suburb of Beaconsfield demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Beaconsfield among the top 24% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Beaconsfield area has seen 126 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Beaconsfield's current population of 8,310 has been supported by 82 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Beaconsfield has seen 10.7 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 8.7 approvals in Greater Melbourne. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 127 people in the suburb of Beaconsfield, compared to one for every 121 in Greater Melbourne.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Beaconsfield's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 82, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Beaconsfield has grown by approximately 646 people, while 408 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Beaconsfield are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,310 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +14.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 769 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 47th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 7,267 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,043 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 10.81 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Beaconsfield was estimated to be approximately 8,310 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 8,131 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of beaconsfield has added approximately 1,043 people and shown a 14.35% increase from the 7,267 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Beaconsfield is estimated at 769 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Beaconsfield has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.1% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Beaconsfield is driven by: Interstate migration (61.0%), Natural increase (26.0%), Overseas migration (13.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 61.0% of overall population gains.
Beaconsfield's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 49th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 39 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 15.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 16.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Beaconsfield at 39 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 39 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 39 years as at August 2026, Beaconsfield is 2 years older than the Greater Melbourne 2021 Census average (37 years) and comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Beaconsfield compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 16.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Beaconsfield compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.3% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Beaconsfield show significant variance compared to Greater Melbourne. The most over-represented age group is 45-54 year-olds (16.6% vs 12.0%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (7.3% vs 16.4%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.8% of the population in the suburb of Beaconsfield as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 13.4% of the population in the suburb of Beaconsfield as at August 2026.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 71% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $59,652 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $70,242 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,279 | 2021 Census, weekly | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $887 | 2021 Census, weekly | 65th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 34.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,612 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 15.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Beaconsfield is approximately $63,589. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $59,652.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Beaconsfield is approximately $74,878. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $70,242.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Beaconsfield is approximately $63,589 compared to $63,783 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $59,652 and $59,834 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Beaconsfield is approximately $74,878 compared to $83,612 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $70,242 and $78,435 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Beaconsfield's households (~32.8% / 788 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Beaconsfield is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.8% of households. In comparison, Greater Melbourne's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.8% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Beaconsfield is $2,279/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Beaconsfield is $2,612/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Beaconsfield is $887/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Beaconsfield's median income among taxpayers is $59,652, with an average of $70,242. This is just below the national average, and compares to Greater Melbourne's median of $59,834 and average of $78,435. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.6% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $63,589 (median) and $74,878 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Beaconsfield is $8,582 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of beaconsfield's disposable income is $8,582 compared to $6,948 for Greater Melbourne, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market strength in Beaconsfield positions it well ahead of most Australian regions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 75.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,850 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 6,691 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,974 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Beaconsfield has approximately 4,850 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.5%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Beaconsfield stands at 2.5%, which is 2.3 percentage points below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Beaconsfield is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are construction (15.4% of employment), health care & social assistance (12.3%), and education & training (10.8%). Other significant employers include retail trade and manufacturing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Beaconsfield has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Beaconsfield is 75.3%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Melbourne average of 70.1%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of beaconsfield shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 15.4% of the local workforce compared to 9.7% across Greater Melbourne. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The suburb of beaconsfield's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.6% decline, ranking 28th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Beaconsfield ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 14.7% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 22.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 25.4% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.7% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 39.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.9% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
22.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Beaconsfield have university qualifications, compared to 37.0% in Greater Melbourne.
39.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Beaconsfield have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.2% in Greater Melbourne.
The suburb of beaconsfield ranks in the 68th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Beaconsfield are: Certificate (25.4%), Bachelor Degree (14.7%), Advanced Diploma (12.7%).
31.7% of the population in the suburb of Beaconsfield is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.9% in primary school, 10.6% in secondary school, 4.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Beaconsfield is 1041, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Beaconsfield, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,696 students.
The suburb of beaconsfield includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Beaconsfield features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Melbourne.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 17.6% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 46.9% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 23.8% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,401 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,746 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 80.9% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Beaconsfield had 2,401 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 14.4% to an estimated 2,746 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Beaconsfield is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Melbourne and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 80.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (17.6%), group households (1.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,942 family households, couples with children account for 46.9% of all households, couples without children at home 23.8%, and single parent families 9.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the suburb of Beaconsfield shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 80.9% (versus 70.9% in Greater Melbourne). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 17.6% compared to 24.8% in Greater Melbourne. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Beaconsfield have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Melbourne average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 53.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.0% have never married. This compares to 47.0% married and 38.0% never married across Greater Melbourne.
Single-person households represent 17.6% of all households in the suburb of Beaconsfield, notably lower than the average for Greater Melbourne of 24.8%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.4% of households, below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
In terms of cultural diversity, Beaconsfield records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 20.8% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 11.7% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 88.3% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 90.3% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 79.2% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
Beaconsfield was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 20.8% of its population born overseas and 11.7% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Beaconsfield was found to be Christianity, which makes up 50.1% of people in Beaconsfield. This compares to 43.0% across Greater Melbourne.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Beaconsfield are English, comprising 27.9% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Melbourne's 20.1%, Australian, comprising 26.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Melbourne's 18.4%, and Scottish, comprising 7.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 3.1% of Beaconsfield (vs 1.2% across Greater Melbourne), Hungarian at 0.6% (vs 0.3%) and Sri Lankan at 1.3% (vs 0.8%).
20.8% of the suburb of Beaconsfield population was born overseas, compared to 37.3% across Greater Melbourne.
11.7% of the population in the suburb of Beaconsfield speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 35.9% in Greater Melbourne.
0.5% of the suburb of Beaconsfield population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 0.5% in Greater Melbourne.
90.3% of the suburb of Beaconsfield population holds citizenship, compared to 81.1% in Greater Melbourne.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Beaconsfield is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 16.8% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 32.7% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 86.6% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 67th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 50.5% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $390 | 2021 Census, weekly | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 16th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Beaconsfield, 32.7% of homes are owned outright, 50.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 16.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 86.6% of dwellings in the suburb of Beaconsfield are houses.
In the suburb of Beaconsfield, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 10.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Beaconsfield stands at 32.7%, compared to 30.7% in Greater Melbourne.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Beaconsfield is $2,000, compared to $2,000 in Greater Melbourne.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Beaconsfield is $1,293, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Beaconsfield, households with mortgages typically spend 20.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Beaconsfield is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Beaconsfield shows mortgage holders spending 20.3% of income on repayments (vs 24.3% in Greater Melbourne), while renters spend 17.1% of income on rent (vs 20.5% in Greater Melbourne).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Beaconsfield consists of 86.6% detached houses, 10.2% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 3.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Beaconsfield consumes approximately 13.1% of median household income ($9,868 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Beaconsfield show attached dwellings contributing 24% of approvals compared to 13% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 76% of applications versus 87% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Beaconsfield's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 53.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 46th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.8% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.8% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
Around 53.0% of people in the suburb of Beaconsfield are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.5% in Greater Melbourne.
In the suburb of Beaconsfield, 4.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.5% of people in Greater Melbourne require similar assistance.
7.9% of people in the suburb of Beaconsfield are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.3% of the population across Greater Melbourne is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.0% of the suburb of Beaconsfield population, while in Greater Melbourne, 4.1% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.3% of people in the suburb of Beaconsfield have heart disease. Across Greater Melbourne,3.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Beaconsfield, 53.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Melbourne sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.5%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 63 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 32 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 30th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,099 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 63rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 243 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 7 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 27.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 32 public transport stops within the suburb of Beaconsfield.
The suburb of Beaconsfield has 3,099 weekly trips across 7 routes, averaging 442 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 323 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 582 m away and the nearest school 897 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 32 stops nearby, 3,099 weekly trips, access rating 63 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 36 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 36th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 582 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 897 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 938 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 994 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 7.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Beaconsfield among the top 24% of areas assessed nationwide.
Beaconsfield has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally.
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Median rent in Beaconsfield (Vic.) is $626 a week for the 12 months to Sep 2025.
Population growth drivers in Beaconsfield are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Beaconsfield's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 71% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market strength in Beaconsfield positions it well ahead of most Australian regions.
The educational profile of Beaconsfield ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Beaconsfield features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Melbourne.
In terms of cultural diversity, Beaconsfield records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Beaconsfield is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Beaconsfield's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Beaconsfield (Vic.) has an estimated 8,310 residents, up 14.4% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Beaconsfield (Vic.).
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Beaconsfield (Vic.).
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2025, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
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Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL20175). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
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AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Beaconsfield (Vic.) from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Beaconsfield (Vic.) with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.