Cohuna

Cohuna has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, as of May 2026, the estimated population of Cohuna is around 2,373. This reflects a decrease of 42 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,415. The change was inferred from the resident population of 2,372 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 45 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 14.7 persons per square kilometer. While Cohuna experienced a decline of 1.7% since the 2021 census, it performed better than the SA3 area which had a decline of 2.8%. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered, AreaSearch utilises VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023, adjusted employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. According to these projections, the suburb's population is expected to decline by 581 persons by 2041. However, growth across specific age cohorts is anticipated, led by the 85 and over age group which is projected to expand by 2 people.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Cohuna, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Cohuna averaged around 6 new dwelling approvals annually over the past 5 financial years, totalling an estimated 33 homes. As of FY26, 3 approvals have been recorded. Recent population decline suggests new supply has kept pace with demand, offering buyers good choice while developers focus on premium properties with an average construction cost value of $607,000. This financial year, there have also been $3.0 million in commercial approvals, reflecting the area's primarily residential nature.

Compared to Rest of Vic., Cohuna records 14.0% less building activity per person and ranks among the 55th percentile nationally, though recent construction activity has intensified. This below-average national level may reflect the area's maturity and possible planning constraints. Recent development has comprised entirely standalone homes, maintaining Cohuna's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space, at around 288 people per approval. With population expected to remain stable or decline, Cohuna should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

With population expected to remain stable or decline, Cohuna should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Cohuna has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Cohuna significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide

Cohuna's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs. Manufacturing and industrial sectors are prominent. The unemployment rate was 1.7% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 0.7%.

As of December 2025, 1,024 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.0%, below Regional Vic.'s 3.7%. Workforce participation was 50.7%, compared to Regional Vic.'s 61.0%. Home workership was low at 6.9% based on Census responses. Key employment sectors are health care & social assistance, agriculture, forestry & fishing, and construction.

Agriculture, forestry & fishing had a high share of employment at 1.8 times the regional level, while accommodation & food services were lower at 3.6%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on working population vs resident population comparison. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment increased by 0.7% while labour force decreased by 1.6%, reducing the unemployment rate by 2.2 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Vic. saw an employment decline of 0.6%, labour force decline of 0.7%, with a 0.1 percentage point decrease in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest Cohuna's employment should increase by 5.8% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to Cohuna's employment mix.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

The suburb of Cohuna had a median taxpayer income of $42,307 and an average income of $49,315 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. This is lower than the national average, with Regional Vic.'s median income being $50,954 and average income being $62,728. As of March 2026, estimated incomes would be approximately $46,377 (median) and $54,059 (average), based on a Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023. Census data shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Cohuna all fall between the 8th and 10th percentiles nationally. The $400 - 799 earnings band captures 28.7% of Cohuna's community (681 individuals), differing from regional patterns where the $1,500 - 2,999 band dominates with 30.3%. Housing costs are modest, with 91.7% of income retained, but total disposable income ranks at just the 15th percentile nationally.

Cohuna is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Cohuna, as per the latest Census, consisted of 94.8% houses and 5.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Regional Vic.'s 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings. The home ownership level in Cohuna was at 56.2%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (25.6%) or rented (18.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $997, below Regional Vic.'s average of $1,430. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $185, compared to Regional Vic.'s $285. Nationally, Cohuna's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Cohuna features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 62.7% of all households, including 20.7% couples with children, 34.6% couples without children, and 6.5% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 37.3%, with lone person households at 35.2% and group households making up 2.6% of the total. The median household size is 2.1 people, which is smaller than the Regional Victorian average of 2.4.

Cohuna faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 13.2%, significantly lower than Victoria's average of 33.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.5%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.1%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.6%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 35.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (8.9%) and certificates (26.8%). Education pursuit is active among 21.2% of the population, with 9.4% in primary education, 6.7% in secondary education, and 1.3% in tertiary education.

A substantial 21.2% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 9.4% in primary education, 6.7% in secondary education, and 1.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Cohuna has two operational public transport stops. Six different routes serve these stops, offering a total of 44 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is limited in Cohuna, with residents typically living 782 meters from the nearest stop. Most inhabitants commute outwards due to its residential nature. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation at 91%, while 6% walk. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, only 6.9% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages six trips per day across all routes, equating to around 22 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Cohuna is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Cohuna faces significant health challenges as assessed by AreaSearch. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is extremely low at approximately 46% of the total population (~1,101 people), compared to 50.5% in Regional Vic.

and the national average of 55.7%. The most common medical conditions are arthritis (impacting 13.5% of residents) and asthma (9.2%), while 56.8% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.4% in Regional Vic. The working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. Cohuna has a higher proportion of seniors, with 38.8% of residents aged 65 and over (920 people), compared to 23.9% in Regional Vic.. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, ranking even higher than the general population nationally.

The latest Census data sees Cohuna placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Cohuna's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 91.3% of its population being Australian citizens, 94.0% born in Australia, and 96.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Cohuna, comprising 51.9% of people, compared to 47.3% across Regional Victoria. The top three ancestry groups in Cohuna are English (36.3%, higher than the regional average of 30.7%), Australian (34.1%), and Irish (9.0%).

Notably, Scottish ancestry is overrepresented at 8.5% compared to the regional average of 8.8%. Dutch ancestry is also slightly underrepresented at 1.3% versus 1.7%, while Lebanese ancestry is similarly underrepresented at 0.2% compared to 0.1%.

Cohuna ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Cohuna's median age is 55 years, which is higher than the Regional Vic. average of 43 and older than the national norm of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 65-74 make up 19.0%, a figure significantly higher than the national average of 9.4%. The 25-34 group, however, comprises only 6.8%, which is smaller compared to Regional Vic.. Between 2021 and present, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 12.4% to 13.9% of the population, while the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 11.9% to 10.7%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate that the 85+ age cohort is expected to increase by -2 people (-1%), going from 140 to 138. Conversely, both the 85+ and 25-34 cohorts are projected to experience population declines.