Suburb profile · Greater Melbourne
Berwick has an estimated 55,835 residents, up 11.0% since the 2021 Census, with 11 projects tracked in Berwick.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Berwick, located 42 kilometres southeast of Melbourne CBD, had an estimated population of around 55,835 as of Aug 2026, according to AreaSearch's analysis. That estimate is derived from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, which are released yearly, together with national address file data that is updated each quarter. It represents an increase of 5,537 people (11.0%) since the 2021 Census, when the suburb recorded a population of 50,298 people.
Average household size is above average, the area has a notable wholesale trade employment base, and a high proportion of families are married. Residents skew towards middle age and are largely made up of family households and couples with children, and the area is very well educated. In terms of population growth, the suburb shows moderate expansion patterns. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 37,265 in 2006 and 55,637 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 55,835 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 15.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 35.3%.
Berwick ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for development activity and the 83rd for education.
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 Berwick is $587 a week, up 10.9% over 12 months to Sep 2025.
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $449 in 2022, $591 in 2025; Units (dashed orange line): $378 in 2022, $524 in 2025. The latest is to Sep 2025.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $587 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +10.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, houses | $591 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +10.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, units | $524 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +15.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Casey - North | $566 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Casey - North, over 12 months | +3.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Melbourne - South East | $579 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Melbourne - South East, over 12 months | +3.7% | 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 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Melbourne, over 12 months | +4.4% | 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 | |
| Change in median rent, VIC, over 12 months | +4.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
AreaSearch tracks 11 projects in Berwick (5 under construction) and 143 more in the surrounding area.
Major expansion of the emergency department at Casey Hospital in Berwick, supporting an additional 52,000 emergency presentations each…
Large-scale masterplanned community by Stockland on the former Minta Farm site, covering approximately 114 hectares and delivering around…
State significant 122-hectare health, education and mixed-use precinct in Berwick, planned around Casey Hospital, St John of God Berwick…
Upgrade of approximately 1.2 km of Clyde Road between Enterprise Avenue and Bemersyde Drive in Berwick.
Proposed multi-residential apartment development comprising two buildings across a 3,070 sqm site on Lyall Road in Berwick.
Alira Village is a completed neighbourhood shopping centre and townhome development in the heart of Berwick.
Completed road underpass beneath rail line, new bus interchange with double capacity, upgraded car parking (1,400+ spaces), and improved…
Strategic revitalisation of the Beaconsfield Plaza neighbourhood hub.
Masterplanned community in Berwick within the Minta Farm PSP, delivering around 1750 dwellings with wetlands, parks, trails and a future…
Premium 55+ land lease community with 175 architecturally designed homes, resort-quality facilities including clubhouse, bowling green…
Proposed further expansion of Arena Shopping Centre in Officer, a neighbourhood centre anchored by Woolworths, BWS and over 25 specialty…
Berwick Waters is a large masterplanned community in Clyde North delivered by Frasers Property Australia with Mondous Property.
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Estimated completion year of the 69 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 7, 2026 22, 2027 14, 2028 9, 2029 3, 2030 4, 2031 2, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 4, 2036 3. 16 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 4 substantial development applications lodged in and around Berwick over the period covered (about 3.1 years), 2 in the last 12 months; 4 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 4 tracked applications: 0 approved, 4 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.1 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 7.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 402 | ABS building approvals | 97th percentile nationally |
| Applications under assessment | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.1 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Berwick include: Casey Hospital Emergency Department Expansion (Construction); Berwick Health and Education Precinct (Construction); Minta (Construction); Berwick South Development Plan (Planning); and 29-33 Lyall Road Apartments (Under Assessment). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Berwick spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Retail, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Berwick higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Berwick area has seen 811 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Berwick's current population of 55,835 has been supported by 402 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Berwick has seen 7.7 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 135 people in the suburb of Berwick, 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 Berwick's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 402, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Berwick has grown by approximately 4,410 people, while 2,008 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.2 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
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 Berwick are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 55,835 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +11.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,682 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 64th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 50,298 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 5,537 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 33.20 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Berwick was estimated to be approximately 55,835 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 55,637 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Berwick has added approximately 5,537 people and shown a 11.01% increase from the 50,298 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Berwick is estimated at 1,682 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Berwick has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Berwick is driven by: Overseas migration (63.0%), Natural increase (19.0%), Interstate migration (18.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 63.0% of overall population gains.
Berwick's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.4% | 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 | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.5% | 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 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Berwick at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Berwick is comparable to the Greater Melbourne 2021 Census average (37 years) and similarly aligned with equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Berwick compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 14.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Berwick compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.9% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Berwick is broadly in line with Greater Melbourne.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.7% of the population in the suburb of Berwick as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 15.2% of the population in the suburb of Berwick as at August 2026.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $61,373 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 60th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $82,757 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,113 | 2021 Census, weekly | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $852 | 2021 Census, weekly | 59th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 29.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,346 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 16.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Berwick is approximately $65,424. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $61,373.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Berwick is approximately $88,219. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $82,757.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Berwick is approximately $65,424 compared to $63,783 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,373 and $59,834 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Berwick is approximately $88,219 compared to $83,612 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $82,757 and $78,435 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Berwick's households (~35.3% / 5,879 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Berwick is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 35.3% 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 Berwick is $2,113/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Berwick is $2,346/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Berwick is $852/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Berwick had a median income among taxpayers of $61,373 with the average level standing at $82,757. This is well above average nationally and compares to levels of $59,834 and $78,435 across Greater Melbourne respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.6% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $65,424 (median) and $88,219 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Berwick is $7,809 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Berwick's disposable income is $7,809 compared to $6,948 for Greater Melbourne, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Berwick exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 72.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 31,391 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 47,263 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 32,533 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Berwick has approximately 31,391 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.5%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Berwick stands at 3.5%, which is 1.3 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 Berwick is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.4% of employment), construction (11.4%), and retail trade (11.1%). Other significant employers include education & training and manufacturing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Berwick 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 Berwick is 72.3%, 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%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Melbourne.
The suburb of Berwick shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 11.4% of the local workforce compared to 9.7% across Greater Melbourne. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of Berwick's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.6% decline, ranking 28th out of 37 regions nationally.
Berwick shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 19.3% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 29.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 20.5% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 37.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
29.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Berwick have university qualifications, compared to 37.0% in Greater Melbourne.
37.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Berwick have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.2% in Greater Melbourne.
The suburb of Berwick ranks in the 83th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Berwick are: Certificate (20.5%), Bachelor Degree (19.3%), Advanced Diploma (12.6%).
32.5% of the population in the suburb of Berwick is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.2% in primary school, 9.5% in secondary school, 5.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Berwick is 1072, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 18 schools within the suburb of Berwick, with a combined enrollment of approximately 11,449 students.
The suburb of Berwick includes 7 primary schools, 4 secondary schools, 7 combined schools.
Berwick features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person 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 | 17.4% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 45.7% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 23.5% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 16,653 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 18,486 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 80.8% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Berwick had 16,653 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 11.0% to an estimated 18,486 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Berwick is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Melbourne and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 80.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (17.4%), group households (1.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 13,456 family households, couples with children account for 45.7% of all households, couples without children at home 23.5%, and single parent families 10.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the suburb of Berwick shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 80.8% (versus 70.9% in Greater Melbourne). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 17.4% 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 Berwick have an average of 1.6 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 54.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.0% have never married. This compares to 47.0% married and 38.0% never married across Greater Melbourne.
Single-person households represent 17.4% of all households in the suburb of Berwick, 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 1.8% of households, below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Berwick was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 35.4% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 29.8% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 70.2% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 85.2% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 64.6% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.4% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
Berwick scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 35.4% of its population born overseas and 29.8% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Berwick was found to be Christianity, which makes up 45.9% of people in Berwick. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 4.9% of the population, compared to 4.2% across Greater Melbourne.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Berwick are English, comprising 22.4% of the population, Australian, comprising 20.7% of the population, and Other, comprising 13.9% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Sri Lankan is notably overrepresented at 2.3% of Berwick (vs 0.8% across Greater Melbourne), Hungarian at 0.6% (vs 0.3%) and Dutch at 2.0% (vs 1.2%).
35.4% of the suburb of Berwick population was born overseas, compared to 37.3% across Greater Melbourne.
29.8% of the population in the suburb of Berwick speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 35.9% in Greater Melbourne.
0.4% of the suburb of Berwick population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 0.5% in Greater Melbourne.
85.2% of the suburb of Berwick population holds citizenship, compared to 81.1% in Greater Melbourne.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Berwick is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Melbourne.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 22.7% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 29.5% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 89.1% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 67th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 47.7% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 30th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Berwick, 29.5% of homes are owned outright, 47.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 22.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 89.1% of dwellings in the suburb of Berwick are houses.
In the suburb of Berwick, 0.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 10.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Berwick stands at 29.5%, compared to 30.7% in Greater Melbourne.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Berwick is $2,000, compared to $2,000 in Greater Melbourne.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Berwick is $1,347, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Berwick, households with mortgages typically spend 21.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Berwick is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Berwick shows mortgage holders spending 21.8% of income on repayments (vs 24.3% in Greater Melbourne), while renters spend 18.9% of income on rent (vs 20.5% in Greater Melbourne).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Berwick consists of 89.1% detached houses, 10.5% semi-detached dwellings, 0.3% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Berwick consumes approximately 14.7% of median household income ($9,149 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Berwick show attached dwellings contributing 24% of approvals compared to 11% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 76% of applications versus 89% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health in Berwick: private health cover 58.0%, no long-term health condition 71.6%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 58.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 72nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.6% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.8% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
Around 58.0% of people in the suburb of Berwick are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.5% in Greater Melbourne.
In the suburb of Berwick, 4.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.5% of people in Greater Melbourne require similar assistance.
7.6% of people in the suburb of Berwick are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.3% of the population across Greater Melbourne is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.4% of the suburb of Berwick population, while in Greater Melbourne, 4.1% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.4% of people in the suburb of Berwick have heart disease. Across Greater Melbourne,3.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Berwick, 58.0% 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 | 72 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 227 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 94th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 16,502 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 98th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 246 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 20 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 28.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 227 public transport stops within the suburb of Berwick.
The suburb of Berwick has 16,502 weekly trips across 20 routes, averaging 2,357 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 243 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 492 m away and the nearest school 699 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 227 stops nearby, 16,502 weekly trips, access rating 72 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 67 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 67th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 492 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 699 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 887 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 994 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Berwick higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country.
Berwick ranks in the 43rd percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Berwick is $587 a week, +10.9% over 12 months to Sep 2025.
Population growth drivers in Berwick are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Berwick's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Berwick exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators.
Berwick shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Berwick features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Melbourne.
Berwick was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Berwick is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Melbourne.
Health in Berwick: private health cover 58.0%, no long-term health condition 71.6%.
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 above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Berwick has an estimated 55,835 residents, up 11.0% since the 2021 Census, with 11 projects tracked in Berwick.
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 Berwick.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2025, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 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.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
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 (SAL20224). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
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 (Sep 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 Berwick 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 Berwick 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.