Knoxfield

Knoxfield has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Knoxfield is around 8,255. This figure represents an increase of 610 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 7,645. The current resident population estimate of 8,228, validated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025, includes an additional 93 new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,450 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's growth rate of 8.0% since the 2021 census exceeded that of the SA3 area (3.1%) and the SA4 region, making it a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 72.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023, adjusted using a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb is expected to expand by 1,458 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 17.3% in total over the 16-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Knoxfield according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, shows Knoxfield experienced around 45 dwelling approvals per year. Approximately 229 homes were approved between financial years FY-21 and FY-25, with 18 more approved in FY-26 so far. Despite population decline, new supply has likely kept up with demand, offering buyers good choice.

Developers focus on the premium market, with an average dwelling value of $505,000. Commercial approvals totalled $43.7 million this financial year, indicating high local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Knoxfield's construction is 27.0% above the regional average per person over the past five years. However, recent construction activity has eased. New building activity comprises 45.0% detached houses and 55.0% medium and high-density housing, marking a significant shift from existing patterns (currently 79.0% houses).

The location has approximately 260 people per dwelling approval, indicating room for growth. Population forecasts estimate Knoxfield will gain 1,431 residents by 2041. Construction maintains a reasonable pace with projected growth, although buyers may face increasing competition as population increases.

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

AreaSearch has identified 12 projects that could impact the area significantly due to changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. These include Scoresby Village Residential Estate, Heart of Knox Project, Knoxfield Industrial Estate Redevelopment, and Knoxfield Residential Growth Corridor - Burwood Highway and Scoresby Road. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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The labour market in Knoxfield demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia

Knoxfield's workforce is highly educated with significant representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 4.2% as of the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.6%. As of December 2025, 4,369 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.6% lower than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%.

Workforce participation was at 65.5%, slightly below Greater Melbourne's 69.9%. A notable 28.0% of residents worked from home according to Census responses, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key employment industries included health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Manufacturing showed a high concentration with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing had lower representation at 3.0% compared to the regional average of 5.2%. The worker-to-resident ratio was 0.7, indicating above-average local employment opportunities. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment increased by 2.6%, while the labour force grew by the same percentage, keeping unemployment relatively stable at 4.2%. In Greater Melbourne, employment rose by 2.4%, the labour force grew by 2.8%, and unemployment rose to 5.1%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Knoxfield's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by similar percentages over the same periods, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 30, 2023 shows that income in Knoxfield is lower than average nationally. The median income is $49,617 while the average stands at $59,896. This contrasts with Greater Melbourne's figures of a median income of $57,688 and an average of $75,164. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year ending June 30, 2023, current estimates would be approximately $54,390 (median) and $65,658 (average) as of March 2026. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Knoxfield, between the 41st and 51st percentiles. Income brackets indicate that the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket dominates with 34.0% of residents (2,806 people), aligning with the broader area where this cohort likewise represents 32.8%. High housing costs consume 15.7% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 52nd percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

Knoxfield's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 79.3% houses and 20.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Melbourne metro's 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Knoxfield stood at 37.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 38.9% and rented dwellings at 23.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, aligning with Melbourne metro's average. The median weekly rent was $421, compared to Melbourne metro's $390. Nationally, Knoxfield's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially higher than the national figure of $375.

Knoxfield has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 76.7% of all households, including 36.4% couples with children, 27.5% couples without children, and 11.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 23.3%, with lone person households at 20.9% and group households comprising 2.5%. The median household size is 2.6 people, which aligns with the Greater Melbourne average.

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

Knoxfield's university qualification level is 32.1%, slightly below Greater Melbourne's average of 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 21.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.6%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials are held by 31.0% of residents aged 15+, including advanced diplomas (12.1%) and certificates (18.9%).

Educational participation is high, with 27.1% currently enrolled in formal education: 8.7% in primary, 7.5% in secondary, and 5.1% in tertiary education.

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

Knoxfield has 54 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 23 different routes that together facilitate 2,834 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport in Knoxfield is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 188 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to its residential nature. Cars remain the dominant mode of transportation, used by 91% of residents. Vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per dwelling, which is above the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high proportion of residents, 28%, work from home, which may be due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 404 trips per day, equating to approximately 52 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Knoxfield is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Knoxfield shows above-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both young and old age cohorts have low prevalence of common health conditions. The rate of private health cover is relatively low at approximately 51% of the total population (~4,173 people), compared to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne and 55.7% nationally.

The most common medical conditions are asthma and arthritis, affecting 8.2 and 7.8% of residents respectively, while 69.9% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. The under-65 population has better than average health outcomes. The area has 20.8% of residents aged 65 and over (1,717 people), higher than the 15.0% in Greater Melbourne. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Knoxfield 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

Knoxfield's population shows high cultural diversity, with 37.3% born overseas and 33.9% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Knoxfield, accounting for 46.0% of its population. Notably, Buddhism comprises 4.8%, slightly higher than Greater Melbourne's 4.2%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (21.6%), Australian (19.8%), and Chinese (14.4%), the latter being significantly higher than the regional average of 6.5%. Other ethnic groups with notable divergences include Sri Lankan at 1.3% in Knoxfield compared to 0.8% regionally, Hungarian at 0.5% versus 0.3%, and Dutch at 1.9% against a regional average of 1.2%.

Knoxfield's median age exceeds the national pattern

Knoxfield's median age is 41 years, significantly higher than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 and slightly older than Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Melbourne, the 75-84 age cohort is notably over-represented in Knoxfield at 8.2%, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 11.0%. Post the 2021 Census, the 45-54 age group has increased from 13.0% to 13.8% of Knoxfield's population, whereas the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 12.2% to 11.0%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Knoxfield's age profile. The 45-54 cohort is expected to grow by 30%, adding 341 residents to reach 1,481. Conversely, both the 35-44 and 0-4 age groups are projected to decrease in number.