Glenroy (Vic.)

Glenroy lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of November 2025, the estimated population of the Glenroy (Vic.) statistical area (Lv2) is around 25,883, reflecting an increase of 2,091 people since the 2021 Census. The population was reported as 23,792 in the 2021 Census. This growth is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 25,455 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024), and an additional 454 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio is 2,807 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Glenroy's growth of 8.8% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area at 8.3%, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 80.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

Population projections for the Glenroy (Vic.) (SA2) are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and 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. Exceptional growth is predicted over the period 2025-2041, with an expected increase of 11,619 persons, reflecting an overall increase of 43.3% in total during these years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Glenroy among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, Glenroy has averaged approximately 179 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY21 and FY25, an estimated 898 homes were approved, with a further 75 approved in FY26 so far. On average, 0.8 new residents have arrived per new home over the past five financial years, indicating that supply is keeping pace with or exceeding demand.

The average construction cost of new homes is $386,000. In FY26, $65,000 in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting minimal commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Glenroy shows comparable development activity per person, supporting market stability inline with regional patterns. New development consists of 28.0% detached dwellings and 72.0% attached dwellings, a shift from the current housing mix of 58.0% houses, reflecting reduced availability of development sites and addressing shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. Glenroy has around 159 people per dwelling approval, indicating characteristics of a growth area.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Glenroy is expected to grow by 11,201 residents through to 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Glenroy has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 51 projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Glenroy Structure Plan, Banksia Gardens Social Housing Development, 71 May Street Townhouses, and 60 Daley Street Townhouses. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Glenroy remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Glenroy's workforce is well-educated with diverse sector representation. Its unemployment rate was 4.8% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 1.7%.

As of September 2025, 13,989 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, slightly higher than Greater Melbourne's 4.7%. Workforce participation was lower at 60.0% compared to Greater Melbourne's 64.1%. Leading industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and accommodation & food, with a specialization in the latter. However, professional & technical services were under-represented at 8.1%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 10.1%.

Local employment opportunities appeared limited based on Census data. Over the year ending September 2025, employment increased by 1.7% while labour force also grew by 1.7%, keeping unemployment relatively stable. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw higher growth rates of 3.0% and 3.3%. State-wide in Victoria, employment grew by 1.13% year-on-year to 25-Nov, with an unemployment rate of 4.7%. Nationally, employment grew by 0.14%, with a forecast expansion of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Glenroy's industry mix suggests local employment could increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, though this is an illustrative extrapolation not accounting for local population projections.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

Glenroy's median income among taxpayers was $53,987 in financial year 2023. The suburb's average income stood at $63,630 during the same period. Greater Melbourne's figures were $57,688 and $75,164 respectively. By September 2025, estimates suggest Glenroy's median income would be approximately $58,441 and the average would be around $68,879, based on an 8.25% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. According to Census 2021 data, incomes in Glenroy rank modestly, between the 40th and 44th percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. The income distribution shows that 33.5% of residents (8,670 people) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket, which is consistent with broader trends across the broader area at 32.8%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Glenroy, with only 82.4% of income remaining, ranking at the 43rd percentile. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Glenroy displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Glenroy, as recorded in the latest Census, 58.5% of dwellings were houses while 41.6% were other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. In contrast, Melbourne metropolitan area had 62.8% houses and 37.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Glenroy stood at 28.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 33.4% and rented ones at 38.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Glenroy was $1,927, lower than Melbourne's average of $2,000. The median weekly rent in Glenroy was $369, compared to Melbourne's $381. Nationally, Glenroy's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower at $375.

Glenroy features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 67.8% of all households, including 29.6% couples with children, 24.7% couples without children, and 11.4% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 32.2%, with lone person households at 27.3% and group households comprising 5.0%. The median household size is 2.6 people, which matches the Greater Melbourne average.

Educational attainment in Glenroy aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates of 35.9% among residents aged 15+, exceeding both the SA4 region average of 27.7% and the national average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 22.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (10.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 27.3% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas account for 11.4% and certificates for 15.9%.

Educational participation is notably high at 31.8%, with 8.5% enrolled in primary education, 7.3% in tertiary education, and 6.0% pursuing secondary education.

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

The analysis shows that Glenroy has 91 active public transport stops. These are a mix of train and bus stops serviced by 10 different routes. Together, these routes provide 4,906 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of transport in Glenroy is rated as good, with residents typically located about 207 meters from the nearest stop. On average, there are 700 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 53 weekly trips per individual stop.

Glenroy's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Glenroy's health data shows relatively positive results with low prevalence of common health conditions among its general population compared to national averages.

However, certain cohorts such as older residents at higher risk have a higher prevalence rate. Private health cover stands at approximately 52% (13,461 people), slightly lower than the average SA2 area. The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues affecting 7.6% of residents and arthritis impacting 6.9%. Notably, 73.0% of Glenroy residents report no medical ailments, compared to 72.2% in Greater Melbourne. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 13.5%, or 3,494 people. Health outcomes among these seniors require more attention than the broader population.

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

Glenroy's population shows high cultural diversity, with 45.8% born overseas and 52.9% speaking languages other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Glenroy, accounting for 38.9%. Islam is overrepresented compared to Greater Melbourne, comprising 20.4% versus 17.6%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (26.7%), Australian (14.1%), and English (13.9%). Notably, Lebanese (5.0%) and Italian (9.3%) are overrepresented compared to regional averages of 4.2% and 12.9%, respectively. Maltese representation is slightly higher in Glenroy at 1.8%.

Glenroy hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Glenroy's median age is 34 years, which is lower than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 and Australia's average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Glenroy has a higher percentage of residents aged 25-34 (22.1%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (9.7%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.5%. According to the 2021 Census, the percentage of Glenroy's population aged 35-44 has increased from 15.5% to 16.1%, while the percentage of residents aged 85 and above has decreased from 3.5% to 2.8%. Population forecasts for the year 2041 suggest substantial demographic changes in Glenroy, with the strongest projected growth in the 45-54 age group, which is expected to grow by 67%, adding 1,844 residents to reach a total of 4,588.