Irymple (Vic.)

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

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, Irymple's population is estimated at around 6,355 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 378 people (6.3%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,977 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 6,224, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and an additional 115 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 98 persons per square kilometer. The suburb's 6.3% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region (1.0%) and the SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by natural growth that contributed approximately 41.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023, with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Considering the projected demographic shifts, a significant population increase in the top quartile of national regional areas is forecast for Irymple (Vic.), with an expected growth of 1,489 persons by 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 21.1% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Irymple among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers for Irymple shows around 56 dwellings receiving development approval per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 283 homes were approved, with a further 23 approved so far in FY-26. This results in an average of 1.8 people moving to the area for each dwelling built over these years.

The supply and demand balance creates stable market conditions, with new properties constructed at an average expected cost of $504,000. In FY-26, commercial approvals totalled $10.8 million, indicating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to the Rest of Vic., Irymple exhibits 86.0% higher construction activity per person. Recent building activity consists solely of detached houses, maintaining the area's low density character and appealing to families seeking space.

With around 107 people per approval, Irymple reflects a developing area. Future projections estimate an addition of 1,344 residents by 2041, suggesting that current construction levels should meet demand adequately and create favourable conditions for buyers while potentially facilitating growth exceeding current forecasts.

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

The performance of an area can significantly be influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified 19 such projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable among these are Giovanna Court Estate, Irymple Structure Plan & Urban Design Framework (2021-2036), Irymple Hub, and Mildura South Neighbourhood Activity Centre. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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

Irymple has a balanced workforce spanning white and blue collar jobs, with diverse sector representation, and an unemployment rate of just 1.5%, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of June 2025, there are 3,430 residents employed while the unemployment rate is 2.3% lower than Rest of Vic.'s rate of 3.8%.

The workforce participation rate in Irymple is 62.8%, compared to Rest of Vic.'s 57.4%. Key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, agriculture, forestry & fishing, and construction. Notably, agriculture, forestry & fishing has an employment share that is 1.6 times the regional level. However, health care & social assistance is under-represented, with only 12.7% of Irymple's workforce compared to 16.8% in Rest of Vic..

Analysis of Census data indicates limited local employment opportunities as there are fewer working residents than total population. In the year ending June 2025, labour force decreased by 4.1%, employment declined by 3.8%, leading to a fall in unemployment by 0.3 percentage points. Comparing this with Rest of Vic., employment fell by 0.9%, labour force contracted by 0.4%, and unemployment rose by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Irymple's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.8% over five years and 12.3% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Income data from AreaSearch for financial year 2022 shows median income in Irymple was $47,185 and average income was $54,879. This is lower than the Rest of Vic.'s median income of $48,741 and average income of $60,693. By September 2025, estimated incomes based on a 12.16% Wage Price Index growth would be approximately $52,923 (median) and $61,552 (average). The 2021 Census places Irymple's household, family, and personal incomes between the 41st and 41st percentiles. Income distribution shows 34.5% of individuals earn between $1,500 - 2,999, similar to the region's 30.3%. Housing costs are manageable with 88.7% retained income, but disposable income is below average at the 47th percentile. Irymple's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Irymple, as per the latest Census, consisted of 93.3% houses and 6.7% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro Vic. had 85.6% houses and 14.3% other dwellings. The home ownership level in Irymple was higher at 38.7%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (43.2%) or rented (18.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,343, compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s average of $1,283. The median weekly rent figure in Irymple was recorded at $260, whereas Non-Metro Vic. averaged $265. Nationally, Irymple's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Irymple has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 75.8 percent of all households, including 33.9 percent couples with children, 31.6 percent couples without children, and 9.3 percent single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 24.2 percent, with lone person households at 22.1 percent and group households comprising 1.9 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Rest of Vic. average of 2.4.

Educational outcomes in Irymple fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 16.3%, considerably lower than Victoria's average of 33.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.4%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.4%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.5%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 38.4% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 9.2% and certificates at 29.2%. Educational participation is high, with 30.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 11.8% in primary, 10.3% in secondary, and 2.3% in tertiary education. Irymple's five schools have a combined enrollment of 1,635 students, with typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 991) and balanced educational opportunities. The area functions as an education hub with 25.7 school places per 100 residents, significantly higher than the regional average of 16.9, attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

Irymple has 21 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by four different routes that together facilitate 128 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is limited, with residents typically located 613 meters away from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 18 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately six weekly trips per individual stop.

Irymple's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Irymple's health metrics closely match national benchmarks, with common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts. Approximately 49% of Irymple's total population (~3088 people) have private health cover, compared to the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 8.7% and 8.7% of residents respectively. 69.1% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 65.1% in the Rest of Vic. Irymple has 19.0% of its population aged 65 and over (1207 people). Health outcomes among seniors are above average, outperforming the general population in health metrics.

Irymple ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Irymple's cultural diversity was below average, with 87.0% being citizens, 90.1% born in Australia, and 90.6% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion, comprising 52.4%, compared to 46.9% regionally. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (30.2%), English (28.4%), and Italian (10.3%).

Notably, German (4.5%) and Croatian (0.7%) were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 4.0% and 0.5%, respectively. Greek was also slightly higher at 1.5%.

Irymple's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Irymple is 40 years, which is slightly below the Rest of Vic.'s average of 43 but above Australia's median of 38. Compared to the Rest of Vic., the 15-24 cohort is significantly higher at 13.6% locally, while the 75-84 age group is underrepresented at 6.0%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the 15-24 age group has increased from 12.2% to 13.6%, while the 5-14 cohort has decreased from 13.6% to 11.8% and the 45-54 group has dropped from 14.0% to 12.6%. By 2041, population forecasts suggest significant demographic changes in Irymple, with the 45-54 age cohort projected to expand by 321 people (40%) from 800 to 1,122. The 55-64 group is expected to grow modestly at 0%, adding only 1 resident.