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Development
Residential dwelling approval activity has been practically non-existent in Greensborough
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Infrastructure
Greensborough has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 0thth percentile nationally
AreaSearch has identified 36 projects that could impact the area, with key ones including 106-126 Main Street Greensborough Affordable Housing, Diamond Creek Community Infrastructure Master Plan, Diamond Creek Township Streetscape Improvements, and Hurstbridge Rail Line Upgrades (Watsonia-Eltham). The following list details those most likely to be relevant.
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106-126 Main Street Greensborough Affordable Housing
A fast-tracked 17-storey mixed-use development under Victoria's Big Housing Build and Development Facilitation Program, delivering 211 affordable one- and two-bedroom dwellings managed by HousingFirst (a community housing provider). Includes ground-level retail and commercial spaces, 100 car parking spaces, communal areas, and new pedestrian links. Located near Greensborough train station, bus interchange, shops, parks and services.
Hurstbridge Rail Line Upgrades (Watsonia-Eltham)
A $150 million upgrade of the Hurstbridge railway line between Watsonia and Eltham including track duplication, level crossing removals, station upgrades, new signalling systems, and accessibility improvements. The project includes an extended rail tunnel at Watsonia (on track for mid-2026 completion, making it Melbourne's third longest tunnel), new Greensborough station, and improved track infrastructure. Works will reduce travel times and increase service frequency on the line, with major rail systems upgrades scheduled for early 2025 requiring bus replacement services between Heidelberg and Eltham from January 31 to March 27.
Plenty River Flood Management Works
Flood management along the Plenty River including existing retarding basins, levees, and ongoing flood mapping to identify risk areas, protect communities, and plan for infrastructure and emergencies.
Diamond Creek Community Infrastructure Master Plan
Master plan project providing long-term direction for community infrastructure delivery in Diamond Creek. Includes community hub with library, aquatic centre, health and fitness facilities, and upgraded sports pavilions to serve projected 2036 population of 15,000. Phase A strategic plan adopted November 2022, Phase B.1 technical assessments completed October 2023, Phase B.2b master plan tender closed in 2024/2025.
Uni Hill Factory Outlets Stage 3A
Development of 4500m2 of ground floor retail space focusing on large format retail tenants, to be known as Uni Hill Lifestyle Centre, with additional 2 levels of car parking above. Part of the ongoing expansion of the popular University Hill Factory Outlets complex.
Greensborough Station Redevelopment
As part of the Hurstbridge Line Upgrade, the Greensborough Station was rebuilt and opened in 2023. The new station features a more modern and accessible design with two station entrances, an elevated island platform accessible by lifts and stairs, a pedestrian underpass, and improved lighting and security. The project also aimed to improve integration with the local bus network and provide better cycling facilities.
Mill Park Wetlands Upgrade
Melbourne Water is upgrading the Mill Park Wetlands in The Lakes Reserve, South Morang, to enhance stormwater filtration. Stage 1, involving sediment removal, vegetation clearance, contour reshaping, and new drainage, is nearing completion with final works in August 2025. Stage 2 will add 120,000 new plants between September and November 2025 to filter pollutants, improving water quality for Darebin Creek and the Yarra River.
Albero Greensborough
A $25 million boutique apartment development featuring 45 architecturally designed one, two and three-bedroom residences. Developed by Citinova in collaboration with Point Architects, Biasol, and InvoDesign, the project offers contemporary elevated living with communal terraces, BBQ areas, and panoramic views of Greensborough's green landscape. Features include quality finishes, private balconies, stone benchtops, and secure underground parking.
Employment
Employment conditions in Greensborough face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally
Greensborough's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs with varied sector representation. Its unemployment rate was 2.1% in the year ending June 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 1.8%.
This rate is 2.5% lower than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.6%, with 12,053 residents employed. Key sectors include agriculture, forestry & fishing, mining, and manufacturing. Conversely, health care & social assistance has lower representation at 0.0% compared to the regional average of 14.2%.
Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census data comparison. Over the year ending June 2025, employment increased by 1.8%, while labour force grew by 1.4%, reducing unemployment by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw employment growth of 3.5% and labour force growth of 4.0%, with a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth varies significantly by sector. Applying these projections to Greensborough's employment mix suggests local employment should grow by approximately 5% over five years and 10% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for local population projections.
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Housing
Greensborough displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region
Greensborough's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted entirely of houses (0.0%) with no other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, or 'other' dwellings (0.0%). This is similar to Melbourne metro's dwelling structure, which also comprised solely of houses (0.0%) and had no other dwellings (0.0%). Home ownership in Greensborough was 0.0%, aligning with Melbourne metro's level, where the remainder of dwellings were either mortgaged (0.0%) or rented (0.0%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Greensborough was $0, mirroring Melbourne metro's average, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $0, compared to Melbourne metro's figures of $0 and $0 respectively. Nationally, Greensborough's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, as reported on 25th June 2021, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375, as per ABS data released on 29th July 2021.
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Household Composition
Greensborough has a typical household mix, with a median household size of 0 people
Family households constitute 0.0% of all households, including 0.0% couples with children, 0.0% couples without children, and 0.0% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 100.0%, with lone person households at 0.0% and group households comprising 0.0%. The median household size is 0.0 people.
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Local Schools & Education
Greensborough faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally
The area faces significant educational challenges, with no residents (0.0%) holding university qualifications compared to Greater Melbourne's average of 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are the highest at 0.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (0.0%) and graduate diplomas (0.0%). Technical qualifications represent none (0.0%) of educational achievements for residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas (0.0%) and certificates (0.0%) also having no representation. Formal education enrollment is at 0.0% of residents, including primary education (0.0%), secondary education (0.0%), and tertiary education (0.0%).
Greensborough operates a robust network of 9 schools educating approximately 3,283 students, with above-average socio-educational conditions (ICSEA: 1075). The educational mix includes 6 primary, 2 secondary, and 1 K-12 school. Due to the absence of schools within Greensborough, residents must travel to neighboring areas for educational services. Note: where schools show 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to parent campus.
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Transport
No public transport data available for this catchment area.
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Health
Health performance in Greensborough is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts
Greensborough faces significant health challenges with various conditions affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is extremely low, at approximately 0% of the total population (~0 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%.
The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, impacting 0.0% and 0.0% of residents respectively. Meanwhile, 0.0% of residents claim to be completely free from medical ailments, compared to 0% across Greater Melbourne. The area has 0.0% of residents aged 65 and over (0 people).
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Cultural Diversity
The latest Census data sees Greensborough placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics
Greensborough had no cultural diversity as of its latest data, with none of its residents born in Australia, being citizens, or speaking English exclusively at home. The predominant religion was Buddhism, practiced by none of Greensborough's inhabitants. This contrasted with Greater Melbourne, where None% practiced this faith.
Regarding ancestry, the top three groups were Australian (0.0%), Australian Aboriginal (0.0%), and Chinese (0.0%).
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Age
Greensborough hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide
No age data available for catchment as population equals zero. Greensborough's age profile is projected to evolve significantly by 2041. The 45-54 cohort shows the strongest projected growth, adding 10,673 residents to reach a total of 10,673. The 0-4 group displays more modest growth, adding only 2,807 residents.