Kialla

Kialla lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Kialla's population, as estimated by AreaSearch based on ABS updates and verified addresses, was around 9,771 as of Nov 2025. This figure reflects a growth of 1,104 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,667. The increase is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 9,692 in Jun 2024, using the latest ABS ERP data release, and an additional 287 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 155 persons per square kilometer. Kialla's growth rate of 12.7% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA4 region (3.5%) and the SA3 area, indicating it as a growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 69.0% to overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023 for areas not covered by this data. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, the suburb is projected to increase by 8,307 persons, reflecting an 83.9% total gain over the 17-year period and placing it in the top 10 percent of Australian non-metropolitan areas for growth.

The level of residential development activity in Kialla was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, Kialla averaged around 127 new dwelling approvals annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 639 homes were approved, with an additional 30 approved in FY-26 so far. On average, 2.5 people moved to the area per new home constructed over these five financial years.

New homes had an average construction cost value of $527,000. In FY-26, there have been $480,000 in commercial approvals, indicating a residential focus for the area. Compared to Rest of Vic., Kialla has 119.0% more building activity per person. Development activity has moderated in recent periods, though it remains significantly above the national average, suggesting strong developer interest. New development consists predominantly of detached dwellings (94.0%) and a smaller proportion of townhouses or apartments (6.0%), maintaining Kialla's low-density nature.

With around 107 people per dwelling approval, Kialla exhibits growth area characteristics. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Kialla is projected to add 8,197 residents by 2041. If current development rates persist, housing supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price increases.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 22 projects likely to affect the region. Notable projects include Kialla Lakes Estate, Kialla West Growth Corridor, River Road West Subdivision - Stage 1, and Shepparton's Premier Development Site - 7880 Goulburn Valley Highway. The following list details those most relevant.

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

Kialla has a skilled workforce with 4,702 residents employed as of June 2025. The unemployment rate is 1.3%, lower than the Rest of Vic.'s rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation is high at 65.6% compared to 57.4% regionally. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Agriculture, forestry & fishing has a limited presence with 4.4% employment compared to the regional average of 7.5%.

Between June 2024 and June 2025, Kialla's labour force decreased by 14.4%, while employment declined by 14.8%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kialla's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, based on Sep-22 forecasts.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

Kialla's median income among taxpayers was $52,180 in financial year 2022. The average income stood at $64,272 during the same period. These figures are comparable to those of Rest of Vic., which were $48,741 and $60,693 respectively. By September 2025, based on a 12.16% growth in wages since financial year 2022, estimated median income would be approximately $58,525 and average income around $72,087. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Kialla cluster around the 61st percentile nationally. The earnings profile shows that 37.9% of residents (3,703 people) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income bracket. After housing costs, residents retain 88.4% of their income. Kialla's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

In Kialla, as per the latest Census evaluation, 95.8% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 4.2% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This contrasts with Non-Metro Vic.'s figures of 88.5% for houses and 11.5% for other dwellings. Home ownership in Kialla stood at 38.3%, with mortgaged properties at 49.7% and rented ones at 12.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,625, higher than Non-Metro Vic.'s average of $1,300. Weekly rent in Kialla was recorded at $380 compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s $260. Nationally, Kialla's median monthly mortgage repayment is lower at $1,625 than the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rent exceeds the national figure of $375.

Kialla features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 81.6% of all households, including 41.7% couples with children, 30.5% couples without children, and 8.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for 18.4%, with lone person households at 16.8% and group households comprising 1.6%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Rest of Vic. average of 2.5.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 22.4%, significantly lower than Victoria's average of 33.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.3%, followed by graduate diplomas (3.6%) and postgraduate qualifications (3.5%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 36.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (12.2%) and certificates (24.5%). Educational participation is high at 30.9%, comprising 12.1% in primary education, 9.1% in secondary education, and 2.8% in tertiary education.

St Anne's College and Kialla Central Primary School serve a total of 597 students, with the area having typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1000) and balanced educational opportunities. It has one primary and one K-12 school. Local school capacity is limited at 6.1 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 15.9, leading many families to travel for schooling.

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

Transport analysis in Kialla shows 26 operational public transport stops, all of which are bus services. These stops are served by two distinct routes, offering a combined total of 117 weekly passenger trips. Residents' access to these services is rated as limited, with an average distance of 619 meters to the nearest stop.

On average, there are 16 daily trips across all routes, equating to approximately four weekly trips per individual stop.

Kialla'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

Health data shows Kialla residents have relatively positive health outcomes. The prevalence of common health conditions among the general population is low but higher than the national average for older, at-risk cohorts.

Private health cover stands at approximately 52% of the total population (~5,106 people), slightly above the Rest of Vic's 48.4%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 8.2 and 7.7% of residents respectively. About 70.7% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 64.8% across Rest of Vic. Kialla has 17.2% of residents aged 65 and over (1,680 people), lower than the 18.9% in Rest of Vic. However, health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Kialla was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Kialla's cultural diversity is above average, with 17.9% of its population born overseas and 20.8% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Kialla, comprising 50.2% of the population. Notably, the 'Other' religious category comprises 4.8% of Kialla's population compared to 2.7% across the rest of Victoria.

In terms of ancestry, Australian is the top group at 26.5%, followed by English at 26.4%. The 'Other' ancestry category makes up 11.2% of Kialla's population. Some ethnic groups are notably divergent in their representation: Italian is overrepresented at 7.9% compared to 6.0% regionally, Macedonian at 0.5% versus 0.4%, and Samoan at 0.3% versus 0.4%.

Kialla's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

Kialla has a median age of 38, which is lower than the Rest of Vic figure of 43 but equivalent to the national norm of 38. The age group of 5-14 years shows strong representation at 14.9%, compared to Rest of Vic., while the 65-74 cohort is less prevalent at 9.3%. According to the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 11.5% to 12.9% of the population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 12.8% to 11.5%, and the 55 to 64 group has dropped from 11.4% to 10.3%. Demographic modeling indicates that Kialla's age profile will significantly evolve by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age group leading this shift and expected to grow by 118%, reaching 2,752 people from the current 1,260.