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Kennington has an estimated 5,858 residents, down 0.4% since the 2021 Census, with 57 projects tracked in the area around Kennington.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 130 kilometres north-northwest from Melbourne CBD, the suburb of Kennington is an established community characterised by strong service amenity and a notable healthcare employment base. As of Aug 2026, Kennington's Estimated Resident Population (ERP) is estimated at around 5,858, calculated from aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released yearly alongside quarterly national address file updates. This latest population estimate reflects minimal change since the 2021 Census, which recorded 5,880 people, and underpins an environment defined by a moderate pace of overall population growth.
The local demographic and residential profile displays distinctive market factors, including an above-average renting population, high semi-detached housing levels, and a low average household size. The suburb of Kennington features a prominent share of older Australians alongside elderly residents, with an elevated proportion 85 and over residing largely within lone person and group households.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 130 kilometres north-northwest from Melbourne CBD, the suburb of Kennington is an established community characterised by strong service amenity and a notable healthcare employment base. As of Aug 2026, Kennington's Estimated Resident Population (ERP) is estimated at around 5,858, calculated from aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released yearly alongside quarterly national address file updates. This latest population estimate reflects minimal change since the 2021 Census, which recorded 5,880 people, and underpins an environment defined by a moderate pace of overall population growth.
The local demographic and residential profile displays distinctive market factors, including an above-average renting population, high semi-detached housing levels, and a low average household size. The suburb of Kennington features a prominent share of older Australians alongside elderly residents, with an elevated proportion 85 and over residing largely within lone person and group households.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 5,747 in 2006 and 5,847 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,858 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 14.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 28.6%.
Kennington ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for amenities and the 83rd for infrastructure drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Kennington is $529 a week, for the 12 months to Sep 2025 and 16% above Regional Vic..
16% above Regional Vic. on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $337 in 2017, $551 in 2025; Units (dashed orange line): $276 in 2017, $432 in 2025. The latest is to Sep 2025.
The change over 12 months, by dwelling type, is charted in Full.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $529 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, houses | $551 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, units | $432 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Bendigo | $485 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Regional Vic. | $458 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, VIC | $560 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
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Status of the 14 tracked applications: 8 approved, 2 under assessment, 4 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 57 projects in and around Kennington, 23 of them under construction.
84 new social housing units for residents aged 55 years and over, delivered by VincentCare Community Housing in partnership with Homes Victoria under the Big Housing Build. Mix of 64 one-bedroom and 20 two-bedroom apartments and townhouses across five buildings, replacing 30 ageing independent living units.
34 townhouse development by Piermont Group featuring 2, 3 and 4-bedroom contemporary homes. First stage nearing completion with properties in lock-up stage. Marketed by McKean McGregor.
Development Victoria is delivering 'Eumana', a new masterplanned residential community at 2 Osborne Street, Flora Hill, Bendigo. The project will provide over 170 new homes across various lot sizes, including around 56 social and affordable homes delivered in partnership with Homes Victoria.
A development delivering 35 new social and affordable homes for women and their families in regional Bendigo, in partnership with the Dja Dja Wurrung Corporation. The project includes 26 apartments (12 one-bedroom and 14 two-bedroom) and 9 three-bedroom townhouses.
Major infrastructure renewal project for Kennington Reservoir Dam Wall rehabilitation. $900,000 investment by City of Greater Bendigo as part of 2024/2025 Budget for critical water infrastructure.
The largest civic infrastructure project by the City of Greater Bendigo, this $45M redevelopment includes a second-level blockbuster exhibition space, an innovative learning centre, a 100-seat theatre, and a Traditional Owner Place of Keeping for Dja Dja Wurrung cultural materials.
A $55 million masterplanned business park at 8-16 Rohs Road, East Bendigo, developed by Prime Urban Group. Stage One is now complete, delivering 12 office suites, 23 warehouse units, two large factory spaces and a central cafe across more than 10,000sqm of flexible workspace, with capacity to support up to 250 workers.
Spring Hill Estate is a boutique house and land community at 190 Retreat Road, Spring Gully, delivering 40 single level two and three bedroom townhomes for downsizers in a landscaped setting near Bendigo, with construction under way and completion targeted for late 2026.
A $1 billion Homes Victoria program delivering more than 1,300 social and affordable homes across at least 30 regional and rural Victorian LGAs. Delivery uses modern construction methods, redevelopment of existing social housing, community housing partnerships, refurbishments and purchases in new developments.
$1.8 million infrastructure renewal including wall replacement at Nolan Street and section from Booth Street to High Street. Part of City of Greater Bendigo's 2024/2025 Budget.
Two of the three projects in the Victorian Government's Bendigo Sports Package, delivered by Development Victoria on behalf of Sport and Recreation Victoria under the Regional Sports Infrastructure Program. Construction commenced at both venues in September 2025 and is due for completion in late 2026.
A $44 million community housing development delivered by Uniting Housing on land around St Andrews Uniting Church in central Bendigo. Comprises 73 apartments across three architecturally designed buildings - 49 two-bedroom and 24 one-bedroom units - providing homes for more than 130 people experiencing housing stress.
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Estimated completion year of the 26 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 8, 2027 6, 2028 4, 2029 0, 2030 2, 2031 1, 2032 1. 8 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 14 substantial development applications lodged in and around Kennington over the past 5 years, 3 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 0, 2022 4, 2023 2, 2024 4, 2025 1, 2026 (to Oct) 3.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 14 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 27th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 13 | ABS building approvals | 25th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 8 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Kennington include: St Aidans Road Kennington Social Housing (Construction); Marnie Place Estate (Construction); Eumana (Flora Hill) (Construction); Burnayi Lurnayi Flora Hill (Construction); and Regional Sports Infrastructure Program - Bendigo (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Kennington spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Environmental & Disaster Management, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
The suburb of Kennington ranks in the top 20% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Kennington, placing the area among the bottom 22% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Kennington area has seen 35 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Kennington's current population of 5,858 has been supported by 13 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Kennington has seen 2.2 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.6 approvals in Regional Vic.. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 334 people in the suburb of Kennington, compared to one for every 145 in Regional Vic..
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Kennington's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 13, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Kennington has grown by approximately 41 people, while 63 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.7 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Kennington has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,858 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | -0.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,459 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 60th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 5,880 | 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.02 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Kennington was estimated to be approximately 5,858 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,847 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Kennington has lost approximately 22 people and shown a 0.37% decrease from the 5,880 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Kennington is estimated at 1,457 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Kennington has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.1% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Kennington is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Kennington's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 67th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 42 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 9.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 5.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Kennington at 42 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 42 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 42 years as at August 2026, Kennington is comparable to the Regional Vic. 2021 Census average (43 years) yet 4 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Kennington compared to the Regional Vic. region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 14.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Kennington compared to the Regional Vic. region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 10.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Kennington show significant variance compared to Regional Vic.. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (5.2% vs 2.9%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.8% of the population in the suburb of Kennington as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 25.8% of the population in the suburb of Kennington as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $54,534 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 31st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $67,402 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,371 | 2021 Census, weekly | 25th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $744 | 2021 Census, weekly | 37th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 17.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,852 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 28.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Kennington is approximately $58,133. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $54,534.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Kennington is approximately $71,851. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $67,402.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Kennington is approximately $58,133 compared to $57,266 in Regional Vic.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $54,534 and $53,720 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Kennington is approximately $71,851 compared to $70,544 in Regional Vic.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $67,402 and $66,176 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Kennington's households (~28.6% / 687 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Kennington is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 28.6% of households. In comparison, Regional Vic.'s largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.3% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Kennington is $1,371/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Kennington is $1,852/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Kennington is $744/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of Kennington is lower than average on a national basis, with the median assessed at $54,534 while the average income stands at $67,402. This contrasts to Regional Vic.'s figures of a median income of $53,720 and an average income of $66,176. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.6% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $58,133 (median) and $71,851 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Kennington is $5,104 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Kennington's disposable income is $5,104 compared to $5,209 for Regional Vic., based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Kennington shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 58.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,805 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,853 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,920 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Kennington has approximately 2,805 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.9%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Kennington stands at 3.9%, which is broadly in line with Regional Vic.'s rate of 3.7%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Kennington is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (22.1% of employment), education & training (10.8%), and retail trade (9.4%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Kennington has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional Vic. saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Kennington is 58.2%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional Vic. average of 61.1%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional Vic..
The suburb of Kennington shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 22.1% of the local workforce compared to 16.8% across Regional Vic.. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of Kennington's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 5.3% growth, ranking 11th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Kennington ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 19.2% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 6.6% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 30.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 20.7% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 37.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.7% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
30.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Kennington have university qualifications, compared to 21.7% in Regional Vic..
37.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Kennington have no formal qualifications, compared to 40.4% in Regional Vic..
The suburb of Kennington ranks in the 65th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Kennington are: Certificate (20.7%), Bachelor Degree (19.2%), Advanced Diploma (11.2%).
28.1% of the population in the suburb of Kennington is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.4% in primary school, 6.7% in secondary school, 7.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Kennington is 1046, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 6 schools within the suburb of Kennington, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,913 students.
The suburb of Kennington includes 3 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 1 combined school.
Kennington features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Regional Vic.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 35.7% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 20.2% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.1% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,402 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,393 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 58.5% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Kennington had 2,402 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has remained relatively stable to an estimated 2,393 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Kennington is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional Vic. and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 58.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (35.7%), group households (5.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,405 family households, couples with children account for 20.2% of all households, couples without children at home 26.1%, and single parent families 11.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Vic., the suburb of Kennington shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 35.7% (versus 29.3% in Regional Vic.). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 58.5% compared to 67.8% in Regional Vic.. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Kennington have an average of 1.7 children, slightly below the Regional Vic. average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 40.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 37.8% have never married. This compares to 46.3% married and 34.0% never married across Regional Vic..
Single-person households represent 35.7% of all households in the suburb of Kennington, higher than the average for Regional Vic. of 29.3%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 5.7% of households, above the Regional Vic. average of 2.9%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Kennington ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 12.9% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 89.9% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.2% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 87.1% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
Kennington was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 89.2% of its population being citizens, 87.1% born in Australia, and 89.9% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Kennington was found to be Christianity, which makes up 48.7% of people in Kennington. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 1.1% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Regional Vic..
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Kennington are English, comprising 31.6% of the population, Australian, comprising 27.3% of the population, and Irish, comprising 11.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Scottish is notably overrepresented at 9.4% of Kennington (vs 8.8% across Regional Vic.), Sri Lankan at 0.4% (vs 0.1%) and French at 0.5% (vs 0.3%).
12.9% of the suburb of Kennington population was born overseas, compared to 13.2% across Regional Vic..
10.1% of the population in the suburb of Kennington speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.6% in Regional Vic..
1.1% of the suburb of Kennington population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Regional Vic..
89.2% of the suburb of Kennington population holds citizenship, compared to 88.6% in Regional Vic..
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Kennington is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Vic.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 38.9% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 36.1% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 77.7% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,400 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 24th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 24.9% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 21.3% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $290 | 2021 Census, weekly | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 55th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 46th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Kennington, 36.1% of homes are owned outright, 24.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 38.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 77.7% of dwellings in the suburb of Kennington are houses.
In the suburb of Kennington, 0.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 21.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Kennington stands at 36.1%, compared to 40.9% in Regional Vic..
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Kennington is $1,400, compared to $1,430 in Regional Vic..
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Kennington is $837, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Kennington, households with mortgages typically spend 23.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Kennington is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Kennington shows mortgage holders spending 23.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.8% in Regional Vic.), while renters spend 21.2% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Regional Vic.).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Kennington consists of 77.7% detached houses, 21.3% semi-detached dwellings, 0.8% apartments, and 0.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Kennington consumes approximately 14.1% of median household income ($5,936 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Kennington show attached dwellings contributing 59% of approvals compared to 22% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 41% of applications versus 78% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Kennington is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 51.8% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 39th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 60.9% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 72.0% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
Around 51.8% of people in the suburb of Kennington are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 50.8% in Regional Vic..
In the suburb of Kennington, 9.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.9% of people in Regional Vic. require similar assistance.
8.1% of people in the suburb of Kennington are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.7% of the population across Regional Vic. is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.1% of the suburb of Kennington population, while in Regional Vic., 4.6% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.9% of people in the suburb of Kennington have heart disease. Across Regional Vic.,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Kennington, 51.8% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Vic. sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 50.8%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 64 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 64th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 27 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 27th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,818 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 47th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 217 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 8 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 16.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 27 public transport stops within the suburb of Kennington.
The suburb of Kennington has 1,818 weekly trips across 8 routes, averaging 259 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 252 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 398 m away and the nearest school 426 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 27 stops nearby, 1,818 weekly trips, access rating 64 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 96 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 96th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 398 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 426 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 473 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 572 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 612 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 700 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 784 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 902 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 935 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Kennington, placing the area among the bottom 22% of areas assessed nationally.
Kennington has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 17% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Kennington is $529 a week for the 12 months to Sep 2025.
Kennington has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Kennington's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
The employment landscape in Kennington shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
The educational profile of Kennington ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Kennington features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Regional Vic.
Kennington ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Kennington is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Vic.
Health performance in Kennington is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Kennington has an estimated 5,858 residents, down 0.4% since the 2021 Census, with 57 projects tracked in the area around Kennington.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Kennington.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2025, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jun 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL21326). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jun 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Kennington from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Kennington with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
