Clyde (Vic.)

Clyde 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 since the Census, Clyde's population is estimated at around 19,397 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 8,220 people (73.5%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 11,177 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 17,862, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 3,418 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 482 persons per square kilometer. Clyde's 73.5% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (9.9%), along with the state, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration that contributed approximately 73.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, 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. Considering the projected demographic shifts, exceptional growth is predicted over the period with the suburb of Clyde (Vic.) expected to expand by 29,993 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 146.7% in total over the 17 years.

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

Clyde averaged approximately 860 new dwelling approvals annually. From financial years FY21 to FY25, around 4303 homes were approved, with an additional 368 approved in FY26 so far. On average, each new home brought in about 1.4 new residents annually over the past five years.

The average construction cost of new homes was $370,000. This financial year has seen $91.2 million in commercial approvals, indicating robust commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Clyde shows a 401% higher building activity per person, offering greater choice for buyers and attracting significant developer interest. Recent construction comprised 93% detached dwellings and 7% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's low-density character focused on family homes. There are approximately 13 people per dwelling approval in Clyde, indicating an expanding market.

By 2041, AreaSearch projects a growth of 28458 residents. Given current development patterns, new housing supply is expected to meet demand, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating further population growth beyond projections.

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

Infrastructure changes significantly influence a region's performance. AreaSearch identified 57 projects potentially impacting this area. Notable projects include Oak Grove, Levande Selandra Rise Retirement Village, Springleaf Avenue Recreation Reserve (Springleaf Active Open Space Development), and Casey Fields South Residential. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Employment performance in Clyde has been broadly consistent with national averages

Clyde has an educated workforce with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, with an estimated employment growth of 4.2% over the past year (AreaSearch, December 2025). As of this date, 8,792 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.2% below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%.

Workforce participation is lower at 67.6%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 71.3%. A moderate 17.7% of residents work from home (Census responses). Leading employment industries are health care & social assistance, construction, and manufacturing. Clyde specializes in health care & social assistance with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level, while professional & technical services show lower representation at 5.2%.

Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census data. Over the year to December 2025, employment increased by 4.2% and labour force by 5.2%, raising unemployment by 0.9 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.4%, labour force grow by 2.8%, and unemployment increase by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts (May-25) project a 6.6% growth over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Clyde's employment mix suggests local employment could increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year 2023 shows Clyde had a median taxpayer income of $56,826 and an average income of $63,895. Nationally, the median was $57,688 and the average was $75,164. Applying Wage Price Index growth of 8.25% from financial year 2023 to September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $61,514 (median) and $69,166 (average). Census data ranks Clyde's household, family, and personal incomes between the 75th and 77th percentiles nationally. Incomes of $1,500 - 2,999 capture 53.4% of Clyde residents, compared to 32.8% in the broader area. Housing costs consume 20.0% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 68th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

Clyde's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 97.6% houses and 2.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Melbourne metro had 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Clyde was at 7.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 69.4% and rented ones at 23.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,095, higher than Melbourne metro's $2,000. The median weekly rent figure was $401, compared to Melbourne metro's $390. Nationally, Clyde's median monthly mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,095 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $401 compared to the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 85.2% of all households, including 50.8% couples with children, 23.6% couples without children, and 9.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 14.8%, with lone person households at 12.1% and group households comprising 2.7%. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

The educational profile of Clyde exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 30.8%, higher than the SA3 average of 24.6%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 20.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational credentials are held by 38.9% of residents aged 15+, including advanced diplomas (16.0%) and certificates (22.9%).

Educational participation is high, with 31.0% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.5% in primary, 5.3% in secondary, and 4.2% in tertiary education.

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

Clyde has 22 active public transport stops serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are covered by four different routes, offering a total of 1,078 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically living 383 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential zone, most commuters travel outward. Cars are the primary mode of transport, used by 90% of residents, while trains account for 6%. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling, higher than the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 17.7% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 154 trips per day, equating to roughly 49 weekly trips per individual stop.

Clyde's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data for Clyde shows positive outcomes, with AreaSearch's analysis finding mortality rates and health conditions largely matching national averages. Prevalence of common health issues is low across both younger and older age groups.

Private health cover stands at approximately 52% of Clyde's total population (~10,107 people), slightly higher than the SA2 average of 49%. This compares to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (7.5%) and mental health issues (5.8%), with 80.6% of residents reporting no medical ailments, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Clyde has 6.6% of residents aged 65 and over (1,280 people), lower than Greater Melbourne's 15.1%. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

Clyde 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's cultural diversity is notable, with 45.2% of its population born overseas and 47.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Clyde, accounting for 37.9% of the population. The most significant overrepresentation is in the 'Other' category, comprising 10.5% of the population, significantly higher than Greater Melbourne's average of 2.3%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are Other (24.2%), English (16.8%), and Australian (16.7%). Notably, Sri Lankan (2.5%) is overrepresented compared to the regional average of 0.8%, Indian (12.2% vs 4.2%), and Filipino (3.6% vs 1.3%) groups also show higher representation in Clyde than regionally.

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

Clyde has a median age of 32 years, which is younger than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 and significantly lower than Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Clyde has a higher proportion of residents aged 35-44 (19.8%) but fewer residents aged 75-84 (1.7%). This concentration of 35-44 year-olds is well above the national average of 14.3%. According to data from the 2021 Census, Clyde's median age has increased from 30 years to 32 years, indicating demographic aging. Notable changes include the growth of the 45 to 54 age group from 7.8% to 10.4%, and the increase of the 55 to 64 cohort from 5.3% to 7.7%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 has declined from 27.3% to 19.9%, and the 0 to 4 age group has dropped from 12.8% to 8.2%. Demographic modeling suggests that by 2041, Clyde's age profile will change significantly. The 35 to 44 cohort is projected to grow strongly at a rate of 135%, adding 5,195 residents to reach a total of 9,036.