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Elliminyt has an estimated 3,179 residents, down from 3,260 at the 2021 Census — a change of 81 people, or 2.5%. Density is about 92 people per square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Elliminyt has an estimated population of around 3,179, determined through AreaSearch's evaluation of broader ABS population updates alongside new addresses verified since the Census. In comparison to the 3,260 people recorded in the 2021 Census, this indicates a decline of 81 people (2.5%). Such figures stem from an estimated resident count of 3,178 established by AreaSearch after assessing the latest ABS ERP release from June 2025 together with 68 validated new addresses since the Census date. Spatially, this corresponds to 91 persons per square kilometer, affording residents ample room and capacity for future expansion.
Throughout the prior decade, the suburb of Elliminyt maintained solid expansion with a 0.9% compound annual growth rate that exceeded the broader SA3 area, with overseas migration acting as the predominant catalyst behind recent population additions. SA2 projections from ABS/Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with 2022 as a baseline are applied by AreaSearch, while uncovered SA2 localities utilize 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA projections calibrated through weighted growth aggregation from LGA down to SA2 boundaries. Age-specific expansion rates derived from this modeling are subsequently extended to all regions for 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead, demographic forecasts indicate that the suburb of Elliminyt will experience growth slightly beneath the national regional median, with aggregated SA2 modeling pointing to an addition of 181 persons by 2041, representing a total increase of 5.7% across the 16 years.
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Residential building activity in Elliminyt remains modest, registering 3 dwelling approvals per year, or 15 approvals across a five-year timeframe. Subdued building volumes of this nature align with rural environments where infrastructure limits and localized demand restrain construction requirements. Because approval totals are so limited, singular building ventures can substantially alter year-on-year growth trends and comparative metrics. Building activity across Elliminyt sits considerably below both Rest of Vic. benchmarks and nationwide standards. The composition of new construction comprises 83.0% detached residences and 17.0% medium to high-density dwellings, emphasizing spacious family accommodation tailored for rural living.
With approximately 265 people per approval, the locality maintains a clearly low-density character. According to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch, Elliminyt is projected to gain 180 residents by 2041. If prevailing construction speeds persist, the delivery of new homes could lag behind demographic expansion, which may intensify competition among purchasers and exert upward pressure on property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Elliminyt
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Elliminyt. A further 46 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.71 billion. 14 are already under construction and 21 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and health & medical. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local performance is heavily shaped by major capital works, planning schemes, and infrastructure upgrades. AreaSearch has pinpointed 3 notable initiatives anticipated to influence the locality. Significant works encompass Pound Road, Colac, Harris Road Residential Development, Lakeside Colac, along with Telstra InfraCo Intercity Fibre Network, with the most pertinent developments outlined below.
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Harris Road Residential Development
A 3.65-hectare zoned residential development opportunity within the approved Irrewillipe Road Framework Plan, zoned General Residential Zone. The site has potential for approximately 40 residential lots (STCA) and is currently for sale.
Pound Road, Colac
Homes Victoria is delivering 50 new homes on 1.8 hectares of vacant State Government land at Pound Road, Colac, funded through the Victorian Government's Regional Housing Fund (part of the Big Housing Build) with enabling works support from the Australian Government's Housing Support Program. The mix of 30 social and 20 affordable rental homes will be located close to the town centre, public transport, retail, educational and community facilities. Homes include a mix of 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom single-storey dwellings, designed to be modern, accessible and energy efficient.Planning approvals were received in March and April 2026. Site preparation works are due to begin May 2026, with construction of homes commencing in 2027. Colac Otway Shire Council reaffirmed its opposition to the concentrated development at its December 2025 meeting, citing neighbourhood character concerns.
Colac West Primary School Upgrade and Modernisation
Upgrade and modernisation of Colac West Primary School, including a new main building on the eastern side of the school grounds to provide contemporary classrooms, upgraded technology, a new canteen, a centrally located first aid room, temperature-controlled learning areas, hearing loop technology and improved disability access. Once the new building is complete, the original main wing will be demolished and replaced with landscaped grounds that reflect the school's heritage. Total project funding of $10.2 million was confirmed in the 2025-26 State Budget, including earlier planning funding from the 2023-24 Budget.
Clearwater Colac
Clearwater is a premium masterplanned land estate located on the shores of Lake Colac. The community features 500 residential lots ranging in size from 301m2 to 1600m2, with future onsite amenities including a childcare facility, parklands, playgrounds, and active open spaces.
Lake Colac School - Hydrotherapy Pool and Upgrade & Modernisation
Lake Colac School (formerly Colac Specialist School) has undergone a rebuild on part of the former Colac High School site on Murray Street, modernising the heritage building to house a library, art room, music room, woodwork room, food technology facility, staff areas and an Early Education Program facility, plus new classroom and administration buildings, a car park, bus loop and play areas. This upgrade and modernisation was completed in Q2 2024. A separate hydrotherapy pool project, funded through the Hydrotherapy Pools at Specialist Schools Fund, began in Q1 2024 and is forecast to finish in Q3 2026.
Olive Court Estate
A residential land development offering 26 premium blocks ranging from 391 sqm to 812 sqm in a peaceful court near Colac's CBD, medical precinct, schools, and amenities. Fully titled with utilities connected, ready for immediate building.
Colac Plaza
Completed retail shopping centre featuring Coles, Liquorland, Kaisercraft and 10 other specialty stores, bordering Barongarook creek trail with sensitive architectural and landscaping solutions.
Lakeside Colac
A boutique community of 55 lots, Lakeside Colac offers an opportunity to build your dream home next to the picturesque Lake Colac. Nestled in a premium pocket of Colac, it provides future residents with peace of mind and security in an established area, with easy access to walking tracks, local amenities, schools, and transport links.
1,617 residents of Elliminyt are employed, from a labour force of 1,644. Unemployment sits at 1.6%, with participation at 64.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,522, about 111% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Local labor in Elliminyt presents an even mix across professional and trade occupations, underpinned by prominent manufacturing and industrial operations and an exceptionally low unemployment rate of 1.6% according to aggregated statistical data from AreaSearch. In March 2026, working residents numbered 1,617, with joblessness tracking 2.0% lower than the 3.7% recorded across Regional Vic., while labor force participation remained solid at 64.6% against 61.1% regionally. Census findings indicated that merely 8.4% of employed persons worked from home, a figure potentially influenced by Covid-19 pandemic restrictions. The principal sectors employing local residents are manufacturing, health care & social assistance, alongside retail trade.
Manufacturing represents a standout specialization for the area, capturing an employment share 2.2 times higher than the regional norm. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 4.7% of the local workforce relative to 7.5% across Regional Vic.. Additionally, a Census ratio of 0.7 workers per resident demonstrates a relatively strong availability of jobs within the immediate locality. Over a 12-month timeframe, synthesis of ABS and SALM figures indicates that Elliminyt recorded a 6.7% contraction in its labor pool and a 6.5% decrease in employed persons, leading to a 0.2 percentage points reduction in unemployment. Across Regional Vic., comparative shifts included a 0.1% dip in employment, a 0.3% drop in the labor force, and a 0.2 percentage points decrease in the jobless rate. Looking forward, Jobs and Skills Australia employment projections released in Mar-26 provide indicative trajectory modeling over five and ten-year horizons. Across Australia, workforce numbers are anticipated to rise by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, with performance varying by sector. Aligning these sector-level expectations with Elliminyt's industry distribution implies potential local employment expansion of 5.5% over five years and 12.2% over ten years (as an unadjusted illustrative weighting that omits local demographic projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Elliminyt is $1,815 a week (about $94,000 a year), with median personal income at $804 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,599 a year against an average of $64,649. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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ATO postcode figures compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show personal earnings in the suburb of Elliminyt lagging national benchmarks, registering a median of $56,599 and an average of $64,649, higher than Regional Vic. levels of $50,954 and $62,728 respectively. Factoring in 9.62% growth in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, adjusted values as of March 2026 stand near $62,044 for median earnings and $70,868 for average earnings. At the 2021 Census, local personal, family, and household earnings situated near the 52nd percentile nationwide. Furthermore, 37.6% of the local population (1,195 individuals) falls within the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, aligning with the 30.3% observed regionally.
Residents preserve 89.4% of their earnings following housing expenses, demonstrating sound financial discretion, with SEIFA metrics ranking the locality in the 4th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Elliminyt had 1,163 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 0% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 11% rented and 46% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $290 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,600 a month. Rent absorbs 16.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census statistics indicate that standalone houses account for 95.7% of Elliminyt's housing stock, while semi-detached units, apartments, and alternative structures comprise 4.3%, compared with 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings throughout Regional Vic.. Outright home ownership reached 45.5%, notably higher than regional levels, with 43.7% of homes being mortgaged and 10.7% occupied by tenants. Median monthly mortgage commitments were $1,600 and median weekly rent was $290, which sit above regional benchmarks of $1,430 and $285 respectively. Relative to broader national averages, however, local mortgages are well beneath the $1,863 Australian figure, and rental rates remain well below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Elliminyt counted 1,163 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.7 people each. 38% are couples with children, against 32% couples without children. 20% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute 77.8% of all local households, divided between couples with children at 38.2%, couples without children at 32.0%, and single parent families at 7.2%. The remaining 22.2% of living arrangements consist of non-family setups, where lone person households make up 20.2% and group households account for 2.0%. The typical household size stands at 2.7 people, outpacing the Regional Vic. benchmark of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
16.2% of adults in Elliminyt hold a university qualification, including 11.0% with a bachelor degree and 2.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 27.2% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 651 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,010 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Tertiary educational attainment in the locality sits well behind broader state benchmarks, with 16.2% of residents holding higher education degrees compared to 33.4% across VIC, highlighting a key focus area for future educational programs. Among degree holders, bachelor qualifications represent 11.0%, graduate diplomas account for 2.9%, and postgraduate credentials total 2.3%. In contrast, vocational and trade training is highly prevalent, with 38.1% of the population aged 15+ possessing technical qualifications, including 10.9% holding advanced diplomas and 27.2% with certificates. Active enrollment in study is substantial within the community, with 27.8% of residents participating in formal learning.
Specifically, secondary schooling accounts for 10.3% of the community, primary school attendees comprise 10.0%, and tertiary students make up 2.4%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Elliminyt means driving: households keep an average of 1.9 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit infrastructure in Elliminyt comprises 17 active stops along 1 distinct routes, delivering a combined 76 passenger services each week. Network proximity is strong, with typical walking distances of 267 meters to the closest stop. Given its residential orientation, outbound commuting prevails, with private vehicles accounting for 96% of journeys. Households maintain an average of 1.9 vehicles, exceeding the regional standard, while 8.4% of workers operated from home according to the 2021 Census under possible COVID-19 conditions. Transit timetables provide an average of 10 daily journeys throughout the network, which translates to roughly 4 weekly services for each transit stop.
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67.5% of residents in Elliminyt report no long-term health condition. 4.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.5 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Overall health metrics in Elliminyt are favorable, with AreaSearch analysis of health conditions and mortality rates aligning closely with Australian standards. Widespread medical issues remain infrequent among both older and younger age groups, while private health insurance uptake slightly surpasses the standard SA2 level, encompassing approximately 52% of residents (~1,666 people). Arthritis and asthma constitute the most widely reported health issues in the community, affecting 8.8 and 8.0% of residents respectively, whereas 67.5% of inhabitants reported no long-term illnesses, exceeding the 63.4% recorded across Regional Vic.. Residents under 65 exhibit superior health results.
Seniors aged 65 and over make up 18.4% of the population (584 people), below the 24.0% regional share, and maintain above-average wellness profiles consistent with broader nationwide standings.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Elliminyt is largely Australian-born, at 93.0% of residents, with 4.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (32.3%) and English (30.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural homogeneity is pronounced in Elliminyt, where 93.0% of residents are Australian-born, 94.4% hold citizenship, and 95.1% communicate exclusively in English at home. Christianity serves as the predominant religious affiliation, claimed by 55.0% of residents relative to 47.3% throughout Regional Vic.. Regarding ancestral origins, the three most prominent backgrounds among residents are Australian at 32.3%, English at 30.8%, and Irish at 12.9%. Variations appear among other cultural heritages, with Scottish ancestry notably elevated at 9.8% compared to 8.8% regionally, Dutch heritage at 1.5% against 1.7%, and Maltese ancestry registering at 0.4% versus 0.5%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Elliminyt is 41. 22.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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Elliminyt exhibits a younger demographic profile than Regional Vic. overall. Updated estimates to August 2026 show that children and young adults (0 - 24) constitute 32.3% of the community compared to 28.5% regionally, while residents in the retiree and elderly brackets (65+) account for only 18.4%, well under the 24.0% regional figure. As at August 2026, the estimated median age remains at 41, matching the 2021 Census result and sitting 2 years younger than the regional median of 43 recorded during that Census. Looking forward to 2041, expansion will be concentrated among young to middle aged adults (25 - 44), projected to increase by 128 residents (17%) to a total of 869, whereas older cohorts are forecast to decline.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Elliminyt
8 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 8 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Oct 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2025 about a year ago all 1 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2025. | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 68 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (3,260 at the 2021 Census → 3,179 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL20859). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.