Clyde North

Clyde North lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the suburb of Clyde North's population is estimated at around 49,185 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 17,504 people (55.3%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 31,681 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 48,401 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 6,459 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,679 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's 55.3% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the state (9.3%) and the national average, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration that contributed approximately 74.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023 with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Moving forward with demographic trends, exceptional growth, placing in the top 10 percent of statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch, is predicted over the period with the area expected to grow by 55,052 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 110.3% in total over the 16 years.

The level of residential development activity in Clyde North was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Clyde North had around 1,552 dwelling approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 7,762 homes were approved, with an additional 1,059 in FY-26 so far. Each dwelling built over the past five financial years resulted in an average of 2.9 new residents.

The average construction cost value for new homes was $422,000. This year has seen $68.9 million in commercial approvals. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Clyde North has 197.0% more building activity per person. Recent construction comprises 91.0% detached houses and 9.0% attached dwellings. With around 24 people per dwelling approval, Clyde North is a growth area.

By 2041, AreaSearch estimates the population will grow by 54,266 residents. At current development rates, new housing supply should meet demand comfortably.

Clyde North has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 63 projects expected to influence the region. Notable initiatives include Verve Clyde North, Clyde Creek Precinct, Berwick Waters, and Stockland Evergreen. The following details projects likely to have the most impact.

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The employment environment in Clyde North shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Clyde North has a highly educated workforce. Essential services sectors are well represented in the area. The unemployment rate is 4.0%.

Over the past year, there was an estimated employment growth of 3.8%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, 24,920 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.8% lower than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%. Workforce participation is at 73.9%, slightly higher than Greater Melbourne's 69.9%. Census responses indicate that a moderate 20.6% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

The dominant employment sectors among residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. Clyde North shows strong specialization in health care & social assistance with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services are under-represented, with only 5.9% of Clyde North's workforce compared to Greater Melbourne's 10.1%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 3.8%, while labour force grew by 5.0%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 1.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 2.4% and labour force growth of 2.8%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia for May-25 suggest that Clyde North's employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

The suburb of Clyde North had a median taxpayer income of $54,471 and an average of $60,701 in the financial year 2023, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This was below the national average for that year. Greater Melbourne, in contrast, had a median income of $57,688 and an average income of $75,164 during the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates suggest the median income is approximately $59,711 and the average is around $66,540 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census showed that household, family, and personal incomes in Clyde North clustered around the 72nd percentile nationally. The earnings profile indicated that 46.6% of locals (22,920 people) fell into the $1,500 - $2,999 income category. This is similar to the metropolitan region where 32.8% of residents also occupied this range. In Clyde North, high housing costs consumed 20.0% of income, but strong earnings placed disposable income at the 69th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 6th decile.

Clyde North is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Dwelling structure in Clyde North, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 97.2% houses and 2.8% other dwellings. In comparison, Melbourne metro had 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Clyde North was 9.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 67.2% and rented ones at 23.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, above Melbourne metro's $2,000. Median weekly rent was $410 in Clyde North, compared to Melbourne metro's $390. Nationally, Clyde North's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,167 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were higher at $410 compared to the national figure of $375.

Clyde North features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 87.8% of all households, including 58.6% couples with children, 19.2% couples without children, and 9.0% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 12.2%, with lone person households at 10.4% and group households comprising 1.8%. The median household size is 3.3 people, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

Clyde North shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational attainment in Clyde North is notably higher than broader averages. As of the latest data, 35.0% of residents aged 15 and above hold university qualifications, compared to 24.6% in the SA3 area and 29.8% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 22.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (9.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational credentials are also common, with 33.4% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas account for 16.0% and certificates for 17.4%.

Educational participation is high, with 35.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.9% in primary education, 7.3% in secondary education, and 5.1% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Clyde North has 133 active public transport stops, all bus services. Eight routes operate weekly, serving 3,169 passenger trips. Residents' average proximity to a stop is 263 meters. Most residents commute outward; cars dominate at 91%, with trains at 5%. Average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 1.7, above the regional average. In 2021 Census data (possibly influenced by COVID-19), 20.6% of residents work from home.

Daily service frequency averages 452 trips across all routes, or about 23 weekly trips per stop. The map shows the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

Clyde North's residents are extremely healthy with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population and nearer the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Analysis of health metrics indicates strong performance across Clyde North. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were found to be low among the general population, nearing national averages even among older, at-risk cohorts.

Private health cover was relatively low at approximately 51% of the total population (~25,020 people), compared to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. The most common medical conditions were asthma and mental health issues, affecting 5.9 and 4.7% of residents respectively, while 82.5% reported no medical ailments, higher than the 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Clyde North has 6.2% of residents aged 65 and over (3,049 people), lower than Greater Melbourne's 15.0%. Health outcomes among seniors are above average but rank lower nationally compared to the broader population.

Clyde North is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Clyde North has one of the highest language diversity in Australia, with 55.9% speaking a language other than English at home. Born overseas makes up 52.4% of its population. Christianity is the predominant religion, practiced by 37.3%.

However, 'Other' religions comprise 11.0%, significantly higher than Melbourne's average of 2.3%. In terms of ancestry, 'Other' stands at 29.3%, Indian at 15.4%, and Australian at 13.7%, all substantially higher than regional averages. Notably, Sri Lankan (4.2%), Samoan (1.2%), and Filipino (3.3%) groups are overrepresented compared to Melbourne's averages of 0.8%, 0.3%, and 1.3% respectively.

Clyde North hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Clyde North has a median age of 31 years, which is lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and significantly below the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Clyde North has a higher proportion of residents aged 35-44 (22.3%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (5.7%). This 35-44 concentration is notably higher than the national average of 14.3%. Between 2021 and present, the 45 to 54 age group has increased from 9.4% to 11.3%, while the 35 to 44 cohort has risen from 20.8% to 22.3%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 age group has decreased from 19.9% to 15.2%, and the 0 to 4 age group has dropped from 11.4% to 9.1%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Clyde North's age profile. The 45 to 54 age cohort is expected to expand substantially, growing by 9,866 people (178%) from 5,557 to 15,424.