Moonee Beach

Moonee Beach lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Moonee Beach's population is estimated at around 2,484 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase from the 2021 Census figure of 2,176 people, representing a rise of 308 individuals (14.2%). The growth was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 2,403 in Jun 2024 and an additional 217 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 136 persons per square kilometer. Moonee Beach's growth rate exceeded that of its SA3 area (5.5%) and the Rest of NSW, positioning it as a regional growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 41.0% to overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers were positive factors.

AreaSearch employs ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future trends forecast significant population increase in the top quartile of national non-metropolitan areas, with Moonee Beach expected to expand by 935 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 30.1% over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Moonee Beach when compared nationally

Moonee Beach has seen approximately 31 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling around 155 homes. In FY26 so far, 18 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.3 people move to the area each year for every dwelling built between FY21 and FY25, indicating a balanced supply and demand creating stable market conditions. The average construction value of new homes is $482,000, suggesting developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties.

This financial year has seen $717,000 in commercial approvals, predominantly residential-focused. Compared to Rest of NSW, Moonee Beach has 240.0% more building activity per person, providing ample choice for buyers and reflecting strong developer confidence in the location. Recent construction comprises 85.0% standalone homes and 15.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional low-density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. With around 72 people per approval, Moonee Beach reflects a developing area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the area is expected to grow by 749 residents through to 2041.

At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Moonee Beach has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 48thth percentile nationally

No changes have been identified by AreaSearch that could impact the area's performance. Key projects include Pacific Highway Upgrade: Hexham To Brisbane, Queensland New South Wales Interconnector, Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy, and NSW Heavy Vehicle Rest Stops Program (TfNSW).

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Moonee Beach performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Moonee Beach has a skilled workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 1.5% as of September 2025. This rate is below the Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.2%. As of September 2025, there were 1,119 residents employed with a workforce participation rate similar to Rest of NSW's 61.5%. Approximately 15.7% of residents work from home, considering Covid-19 lockdown impacts. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.

Construction is particularly strong, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level. Agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence at 2.3%, compared to 5.3% regionally. Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 3.2% while labour force rose by 3.8%, leading to an unemployment increase of 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of NSW saw a 0.5% employment decline and a 0.1% labour force decline over the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Moonee Beach. These projections indicate national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Moonee Beach's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.7% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The median taxpayer income in Moonee Beach is $42,981, with an average of $54,279, based on the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. This is lower than the national average median income of $52,390 and average income of $65,215 in Rest of NSW. By September 2025, estimated median and average incomes would be approximately $46,789 and $59,088 respectively, accounting for an 8.86% increase since financial year 2023. According to Census 2021 income data, Moonee Beach's household, family, and personal incomes fall around the 53rd percentile nationally. Income distribution shows that 34.3% of residents (852 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually, mirroring the broader area where 29.9% occupy this range. After housing costs, 85.4% of income remains for other expenses. The SEIFA income ranking places Moonee Beach in the 6th decile.

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

Moonee Beach dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 90.2% houses and 9.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro NSW had 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Moonee Beach was at 39.3%, similar to Non-Metro NSW. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (40.8%) or rented (19.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,965, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $450, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $330. Nationally, Moonee Beach's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 83.5% of all households, including 36.6% couples with children, 35.4% couples without children, and 10.3% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 16.5%, with lone person households at 14.3% and group households making up 1.8%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

Moonee Beach demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 21.9%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This discrepancy presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 43.3% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (12.7%) and certificates (30.6%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.9% in primary education, 9.9% in secondary education, and 2.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Moonee Beach has 43 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are serviced by 18 different routes that collectively provide 242 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 224 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward using private cars, which remain the dominant mode of transportation at 97%. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling in Moonee Beach is 1.9, higher than the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 15.7% of residents work from home, a figure that may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 34 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 5 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Moonee Beach demonstrates above-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both young and old age cohorts show low prevalence of common health conditions. The rate of private health cover is very low at approximately 48% of the total population (~1,203 people), compared to 51.9% across Rest of NSW and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 8.5% and 8.4% of residents respectively, while 70.0% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 63.3% across Rest of NSW. The under-65 population demonstrates better than average health outcomes. The area has 19.1% of residents aged 65 and over (474 people), which is lower than the 23.4% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Moonee Beach is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Moonee Beach, as per the data, had a population with 87.3% born in Australia, 93.8% being citizens, and 96.4% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, practiced by 49.2% of the population. The category 'Other' was slightly overrepresented compared to the rest of NSW, with 0.9% versus 0.8%.

In terms of ancestry, the top groups were English (33.5%), Australian (28.8%), and Irish (9.1%). Notably, German (4.3%) and Dutch (1.5%) ancestry were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 3.1% and 1.0%, respectively. South African ancestry was also slightly higher at 0.5%.

Moonee Beach's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Moonee Beach is 40 years, which is slightly below the Rest of NSW average of 43 but above the Australian median of 38. In comparison to the Rest of NSW average, the 5-14 age group is notably higher at 16.9% locally while the 25-34 age group is lower at 8.9%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 9.7% to 11.0%, while the 55 to 64 age group has decreased from 13.2% to 11.4%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes in Moonee Beach, with the 45 to 54 age cohort projected to expand by 129 people (38%) from 340 to 470.