Mickleham

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

The population of the Mickleham statistical area (Lv2) was estimated to be around 32,434 as of November 2025, based on analysis of ABS population updates and new addresses validated by AreaSearch. This represents an increase of 14,982 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 17,452 in Mickleham (SA2). The growth was inferred from the resident population estimate of 26,026 by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024), along with an additional 4,078 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 592 persons per square kilometer, indicating significant space per person and potential room for further development. The Mickleham (SA2) population grew by 85.8% between the 2021 Census and November 2025, exceeding both national average growth (9.7%) and state growth rates. This growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 77.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

However, all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration also played positive roles. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area as 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 employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Looking ahead, exceptional growth is predicted for Mickleham (SA2) over the period until 2041. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the area is expected to increase by 35,364 persons by that year, reflecting an overall increase of 90.5% over the 17-year period.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Mickleham had approximately 974 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years ending FY25. This totals an estimated 4,870 homes. As of FY26653 approvals have been recorded. On average, each home built accommodates around 3.3 new residents per year.

Currently, Mickleham's development activity is 384.0% higher than Greater Melbourne when measured on a per capita basis. This financial year has seen $128.4 million in commercial approvals, indicating high local commercial activity. Recent construction comprises 86.0% detached houses and 14.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's low-density nature. Mickleham has around 22 people per dwelling approval, typical of a growth area. AreaSearch projects Mickleham to add approximately 29,360 residents by 2041.

Based on current development patterns, new housing supply is expected to meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating further population growth.

Mickleham has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 63 projects likely impacting the area. Notable ones include Botanical Estate, Botanical Village Town Centre, Mickleham Secondary College, and New Schools Construction Program - Northern Suburbs (opening in 2026). The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Mickleham recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Mickleham has an educated workforce with notable representation in construction. Its unemployment rate was 6.3% as of a year ago, with estimated employment growth of 2.3%.

As of September 2025, 13,522 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.7% higher than Greater Melbourne's 4.7%. Workforce participation is similar to Greater Melbourne at 68.6%. Leading industries include health care & social assistance, transport, postal & warehousing, and construction. Transport, postal & warehousing has a high employment share, 2.6 times the regional level, while professional & technical employs only 4.3% of local workers, below Greater Melbourne's 10.1%.

Limited local job opportunities are indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Over the past year, employment increased by 2.3%, labour force by 3.2%, leading to an unemployment rise of 0.9 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw employment growth of 3.0% and a smaller unemployment increase. State-wide in Victoria as of 25-Nov, employment grew by 1.13% year-on-year, with an unemployment rate of 4.7%. National forecasts suggest total employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Mickleham's industry mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2023 shows Mickleham's median income among taxpayers is $47,909, with an average of $55,197. This is lower than the national average. In Greater Melbourne, the median income is $57,688 and the average is $75,164. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.25% since June 2023, current estimates for Mickleham would be approximately $51,861 (median) and $59,751 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Mickleham cluster around the 62nd percentile nationally. The income distribution shows that 47.2% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999 per year. High housing costs consume 20.7% of income, but disposable income remains at the 57th percentile nationally. Mickleham's SEIFA income ranking places it in the fifth decile.

Mickleham is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Mickleham's dwellings, as per the latest Census, were 98.4% houses and 1.6% other types (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting Melbourne metro's 87.6% houses and 12.4% others. Home ownership in Mickleham stood at 8.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 68.1% and rented at 23.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, higher than Melbourne metro's average of $1,834. Median weekly rent in Mickleham was $400, compared to Melbourne metro's $369. Nationally, Mickleham's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while rents surpassed the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 87.1% of all households, including 55.8% couples with children, 19.3% couples without children, and 10.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 12.9%, comprising 10.8% lone person households and 2.1% group households. The median household size is 3.3 people, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 3.2.

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

Mickleham Trail residents aged 15+ have a university degree qualification rate of 29.2%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 18.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational credentials are held by 35.0% of residents, with advanced diplomas at 14.8% and certificates at 20.2%. Current educational participation is high at 33.9%, including primary education (13.0%), secondary education (6.6%), and tertiary education (3.7%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 33.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.0% in primary education, 6.6% in secondary education, and 3.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Mickleham has 47 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by four different routes that together facilitate 438 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as good, with Mickleham residents typically residing 329 meters from the nearest transport stop.

On average, there are 62 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately nine weekly trips per individual stop.

Mickleham's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Mickleham's health outcomes show notable results with common conditions slightly more prevalent than average among both younger and older age groups. Approximately 49% of Mickleham's total population (~15,801 people) has private health cover, lower than the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (6.1%) and mental health issues (4.4%). A higher proportion, 83.5%, report being clear of medical ailments compared to Greater Melbourne's 76.3%. Mickleham has a lower percentage of residents aged 65 and over at 4.2% (1,362 people) compared to Greater Melbourne's 10.8%.

Mickleham is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Mickleham has a high level of cultural diversity, with 47.3% of its population born overseas and 60.0% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion in Mickleham, practiced by 41.2% of people. However, the most notable overrepresentation was seen in the 'Other' category, which comprises 16.1% of the population compared to Greater Melbourne's average of 5.9%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are Other (34.8%), Australian (13.4%), and Indian (12.7%), with Indian being significantly higher than the regional average of 6.5%. There are also notable differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Samoan is overrepresented at 2.4% compared to the regional average of 1.3%, Sri Lankan is at 1.0% versus a regional average of 1.1%, and Lebanese is at 1.8% compared to the regional average of 4.2%.

Mickleham hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Mickleham's median age at the time of the Census in 2021 was 30 years, which is younger than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 and significantly under the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Mickleham had a higher percentage of residents aged 35-44 (23.0%), but fewer residents aged 65-74 (3.1%). This concentration of 35-44 year-olds was notably higher than the national average of 14.2%. Post-Census data shows that between 2016 and 2021, the proportion of Mickleham's population aged 35 to 44 increased from 18.7% to 23.0%, while the percentage of residents aged 5 to 14 rose from 16.0% to 18.8%. Conversely, the proportion of those aged 25 to 34 decreased from 25.1% to 18.4%, and the percentage of residents aged 0 to 4 fell from 13.3% to 10.7%. Demographic projections suggest that Mickleham's age profile will undergo significant changes by 2041, with the 45-54 age cohort expected to expand substantially, growing from 2,854 people in 2021 to a projected 8,519 people by 2041, an increase of 5,664 individuals (198%).