Endeavour Hills

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

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, the suburb of Endeavour Hills had an estimated population of 24,625 as of May 2026. This figure represents a rise of 170 people from the 2021 Census count of 24,455. The increase is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of 24,623 residents, which was derived from examining ABS's latest ERP data release in June 2025 and validating an additional 104 new addresses since the Census date. This population density translates to 1,606 persons per square kilometer, exceeding national averages according to AreaSearch assessments. Overseas migration accounted for approximately 71.0% of overall population growth during recent periods in Endeavour Hills.

AreaSearch employs ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023 adjusted to SA2 levels for areas not covered by ABS data. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas until 2041. Based on these projections, Endeavour Hills is expected to grow by 233 persons to reach a total population of 24,858 by 2041, reflecting an increase of approximately 0.9% over the 16-year period.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data shows Endeavour Hills experienced around 45 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years ending FY26. This totals an estimated 227 homes. In FY26 so far, 24 approvals have been recorded. The population decline in recent years has been accompanied by adequate development activity relative to the decreasing population, which is positive for buyers.

The average construction cost value of new homes is $510,000, indicating a focus on premium properties. This financial year has seen $46.5 million in commercial approvals, suggesting robust local business investment. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Endeavour Hills shows substantially reduced construction levels, at 70.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings. The area's construction composition is 77.0% detached dwellings and 23.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining its traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes.

With around 1028 people per approval, Endeavour Hills shows a mature, established area. Population forecasts indicate an increase of 231 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

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

Area infrastructure significantly impacts performance. AreaSearch identified 12 projects potentially affecting the area. Notable ones are Endeavour Hills Community Precinct, Hallam Secondary College Upgrade, Dorset Road Extension, and Endeavour Hills Specialist School. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Endeavour Hills recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Endeavour Hills has a skilled workforce with prominent manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate was 6.0% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 3.6%. As of December 2025, 12,736 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.2% above Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%, and workforce participation at 65.2%.

A moderate 22.5% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade, with manufacturing notably high at 1.6 times the regional average. Professional & technical employment stands at 6.9%, below Greater Melbourne's 10.1%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities.

Over a 12-month period ending in December 2025, employment increased by 3.6% while labour force grew by 4.5%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.8 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.4%, labour force growth of 2.8%, and a rise in unemployment of 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Endeavour Hills's employment mix suggests local employment should grow by 6.2% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 indicates Endeavour Hills had a median taxpayer income of $48,071 and an average income of $56,567. These figures are lower than the national averages of $57,688 and $75,164 for Greater Melbourne respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth from financial year 2023 to March 2026, estimated median and average incomes are approximately $52,695 and $62,009 respectively. Census data shows Endeavour Hills' household income ranks at the 49th percentile ($1,740 weekly) and personal income at the 24th percentile. Income analysis reveals that 35.4% of residents (8,717 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, similar to regional patterns where 32.8% occupy this range. After housing expenses, 85.3% of income remains for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the fifth decile.

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

As reported in the latest Census, Endeavour Hills had 87.6% houses and 12.5% other dwellings (including semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Melbourne metro's 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Endeavour Hills stood at 37.9%, with mortgaged properties at 43.1% and rented ones at 19.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,848, lower than Melbourne metro's $2,000 average. The median weekly rent in Endeavour Hills was recorded as $375, compared to Melbourne metro's $390. Nationally, Endeavour Hills' mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were comparable at $375.

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

Family households constitute 81.8% of all households, including 42.9% couples with children, 25.4% couples without children, and 12.3% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 18.2%, with lone person households at 15.7% and group households at 2.5%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

Endeavour Hills performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

The area's university qualification rate is 26.2%, significantly lower than Greater Melbourne's average of 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 17.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 32.0% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (12.8%) and certificates (19.2%). Educational participation is high at 28.8%, with 9.1% in primary education, 8.0% in secondary education, and 5.3% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 28.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.1% in primary education, 8.0% in secondary education, and 5.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 128 active transport stops operating within Endeavour Hills. These stops are serviced by 10 individual routes, collectively providing 1,772 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 181 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward. Car remains the dominant mode of transport at 92%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.7 per dwelling, above the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, some 22.5% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 253 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 13 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map shows the 100 nearest stops to the location centrepoint.

The level of general health in Endeavour Hills is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Endeavour Hills exhibits superior health outcomes as per AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is notably low across both younger and older age groups. Approximately 49% (~12,130 people) have private health cover, lower than Greater Melbourne's 56.7%.

Nationally, the average stands at 55.7%. Asthma and arthritis are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 7.1 and 7.0% of residents respectively. About 71.3% report being free from medical ailments, compared to Greater Melbourne's 72.6%. The under-65 population displays better-than-average health outcomes. Residents aged 65 and over constitute 20.9%, higher than Greater Melbourne's 15.0% (~5,146 people). Health outcomes among seniors are above average, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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

Endeavour Hills has a population where 54.1% speak a language other than English at home, with 51.5% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion, comprising 51.1%. However, Islam is overrepresented at 13.2%, compared to Greater Melbourne's average of 5.6%.

For ancestry, 'Other' is highest at 27.1%, above the regional average of 14.6%. Australian ancestry stands at 12.6%, lower than the region's 18.4%. English ancestry is also lower at 12.5%, compared to the regional average of 20.1%. Notable overrepresentations include Sri Lankan (3.0% vs 0.8%), Serbian (2.4% vs 0.4%) and Hungarian (1.0% vs 0.3%).

Endeavour Hills's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Endeavour Hills is 39 years, slightly higher than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 years, which is very close to the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, the 65-74 age cohort is notably over-represented in Endeavour Hills at 12.6%, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 12.9%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 75-84 age group has grown from 4.4% to 6.4% of the population, and the 65-74 cohort has increased from 11.1% to 12.6%. Conversely, the 55-64 age group has declined from 14.1% to 12.5%. Population forecasts for Endeavour Hills in 2041 indicate significant demographic changes. The 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 62%, reaching 2,553 people from 1,576. Residents aged 65 and older are expected to represent 84% of the population growth. Meanwhile, the 55-64 and 15-24 age groups are anticipated to experience population declines.