Keilor Park

Keilor Park is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of May 2026, the estimated population of Keilor Park is around 2,794, indicating a growth of 110 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a 4.1% rise from the previous population count of 2,684. The latest resident population estimate by AreaSearch is based on an examination of the June 2025 ABS ERP data release and validation of 12 new addresses since the Census date. The current population density in Keilor Park is approximately 834 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Between the 2021 Census and May 2026, Keilor Park's population growth rate of 4.1% is close to that of its SA3 area (4.9%). Overseas migration contributed approximately 87.0% of overall population gains in recent periods for the suburb.

AreaSearch's projections for Keilor Park are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024, with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch uses VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted using weighted aggregation methods to SA2 levels. By 2041, Keilor Park is expected to grow by approximately 208 persons, reflecting a total increase of 7.4% over the 16-year period based on aggregated SA2-level projections.

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

Keilor Park has seen approximately 21 dwelling approvals annually based on AreaSearch analysis. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 108 homes were approved, with another 13 approved in FY-26. This results in an average of about 0.1 new residents per year per dwelling constructed over the past five financial years.

The average construction cost value for these dwellings is $778,000, indicating a focus on premium properties. Commercial development approvals totalled $24.7 million in FY-26. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Keilor Park has seen moderately higher new home approvals over the past five years, with 15.0% more per person than the regional average. The area's building activity is primarily detached houses (71.0%) and townhouses or apartments (29.0%), reflecting its traditional low density character.

Currently, there are approximately 374 people in Keilor Park for each dwelling approval, indicating a quiet development environment. Future projections estimate an increase of 208 residents by 2041. Given current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified three projects likely impacting this region. Key projects are Oaklands Green, Keilor East Railway Station, Sharps Rd, Tullamarine, and Outer Metropolitan Ring / E6 Transport Corridor. The following details those most relevant:.

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Employment performance in Keilor Park exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Keilor Park has a skilled workforce with notable representation in the construction sector. The unemployment rate is 2.8% and there was an estimated employment growth of 0.8% over the past year. As of December 2025, 1,375 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.9% lower than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%.

Workforce participation in Keilor Park is at 61.3%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 69.9%. According to Census responses, 25.7% of residents work from home. The key industries for employment among residents are construction, retail trade, and health care & social assistance. Construction employs a high share of local workers, at 1.5 times the regional level.

In contrast, health care & social assistance employs just 10.3% of local workers, below Greater Melbourne's 14.2%. There are 2.1 workers for every resident in Keilor Park, indicating it functions as an employment hub attracting workers from surrounding areas. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 0.8% while the labour force decreased by 0.6%, causing a fall of 1.3 percentage points in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.4%, with the labour force growing by 2.8% and unemployment rising by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Keilor Park's employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 12.7% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation of industry-specific projections against the local employment mix.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023 shows Keilor Park had a median income among taxpayers of $50,035 and an average income of $66,066. These figures are slightly below the national averages of $57,688 and $75,164 respectively for Greater Melbourne. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates suggest median income would be approximately $54,848 and average income around $72,422 by March 2026. Census data indicates household, family, and personal incomes in Keilor Park rank modestly, between the 18th and 33rd percentiles. Income distribution shows that 30.1% of individuals (840 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually, which aligns with broader regional trends where 32.8% fall into this category. After accounting for housing expenses, 86.3% of income remains for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

Keilor Park's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 88.4% houses and 11.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Melbourne metro's 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Keilor Park stood at 50.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 32.5% and rented ones at 16.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,801, lower than Melbourne metro's $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $392, slightly higher than Melbourne metro's $390. Nationally, Keilor Park's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Keilor Park has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 76.5% of all households, including 33.7% couples with children, 27.2% couples without children, and 13.3% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 23.5%, with lone person households at 22.3% and group households comprising 1.4%. The median household size is 2.6 people, aligning with Greater Melbourne's average.

The educational profile of Keilor Park exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 17.6%, significantly lower than Greater Melbourne's average of 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 35.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.3%) and certificates (23.9%). Educational participation is high, with 25.3% currently enrolled in formal education: 10.1% in primary, 7.1% in secondary, and 2.6% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 25.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.1% in primary education, 7.1% in secondary education, and 2.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Keilor Park has 13 operational public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These are served by two different routes that collectively facilitate 1,874 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically residing just 175 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a predominantly residential zone, most residents commute outward, with cars being the primary mode of transportation at 90%. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling, which exceeds the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, a significant 25.7% of residents work from home, possibly due to COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency averages 267 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 144 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Keilor Park is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Keilor Park shows better-than-average health outcomes, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but higher than the national average in older, at-risk cohorts.

Approximately 53% (~1,479 people) have private health cover, slightly above the average SA2 area rate of 50%, though lower than Greater Melbourne's 56.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (9.4%) and asthma (7.2%), while 66.6% claim to be free from medical ailments, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Keilor Park has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 28.6% (799 people), compared to Greater Melbourne's 15.0%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

Keilor Park was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Keilor Park had a higher cultural diversity compared to most local markets, with 31.0% of its population born overseas and 33.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Keilor Park, accounting for 72.4%, which is higher than Greater Melbourne's average of 43.0%. The top three ancestry groups were Italian (25.0%), Australian (16.9%), and English (15.8%).

Notably, Maltese (3.5%) was overrepresented compared to the regional average of 1.1%, as were Greek (6.2% vs 2.7%) and Macedonian (1.5% vs 0.7%).

Keilor Park hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Keilor Park has a median age of 44, which exceeds Greater Melbourne's figure of 37 and is significantly higher than the national norm of 38. The 75-84 age group makes up 12.3% of Keilor Park's population, compared to Greater Melbourne's percentage and well above the national average of 6.1%. According to the 2021 Census, this age group has grown from 10.5% to 12.3%, while the 85+ cohort increased from 2.5% to 3.8%. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort decreased from 11.1% to 9.9%, and the 55-64 group dropped from 10.1% to 8.9%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Keilor Park's age profile. The 85+ group is projected to grow by 96%, reaching 208 people from 106. Those aged 65 and above are expected to comprise 68% of the population growth. Meanwhile, the 15-24 and 25-34 age groups are anticipated to experience population declines.