Moonee Ponds

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

By Nov 2025, Moonee Ponds' population was estimated at around 17,880. This marked a 10.2% increase since the 2021 Census figure of 16,224 people. The increase is inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 17,823, based on latest ERP data released by ABS in June 2024 and additional 441 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 4,100 persons per square kilometer, placing Moonee Ponds in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Moonee Ponds' growth exceeded the national average of 8.9%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 88.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with natural growth and interstate migration also positive factors.

ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 are adopted for each SA2 area by AreaSearch. For areas not covered, VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023 are used with adjustments made employing weighted aggregation. Future population dynamics anticipate significant growth in the top quartile of Australian statistical areas. Moonee Ponds is expected to grow by 4,945 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 27.3% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Moonee Ponds among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Moonee Ponds has averaged around 210 new dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, totalling an estimated 1,054 homes. As of FY-26, nine approvals have been recorded. Each year, on average, 1.6 new residents are associated with each dwelling constructed in Moonee Ponds during this period. This indicates a balanced supply and demand dynamic, contributing to stable market conditions.

The average construction value of new homes is $923,000, suggesting a focus on premium properties by developers. In FY-26 alone, commercial approvals worth $62.1 million have been registered, indicating strong commercial development momentum in the area. Compared to Greater Melbourne's average, Moonee Ponds shows moderately higher construction activity, with 45.0% more per person over the five-year period. This activity is significantly above the national average, reflecting robust developer interest in the area. Recent construction comprises 7.0% detached houses and 93.0% townhouses or apartments, offering affordable entry pathways and attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This shift from the area's existing housing composition (currently 45.0% houses) suggests decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles and demand for diverse housing options.

With approximately 92 people per approval, Moonee Ponds is considered a developing area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the area is projected to add 4,888 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

Moonee Ponds has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 18 projects likely to affect the region. Notable initiatives include the Moonee Valley Racing Club Grandstand & Clubhouse Redevelopment, Moonee Valley Park, and Chain of Ponds Collaboration for Moonee Ponds Creek Improvement. The following list details those most relevant:.

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The employment environment in Moonee Ponds shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Moonee Ponds has a highly educated workforce with professional services being strongly represented. The unemployment rate in the area was 4.3% as of an unspecified past year.

This rate is 0.3% lower than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.6%. Workforce participation in Moonee Ponds is higher at 70.2%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 64.1%. The dominant employment sectors among residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. Notably, the area has a high concentration of professional & technical jobs, with levels at 1.4 times the regional average.

However, manufacturing has limited presence in Moonee Ponds, with only 4.3% employment compared to the regional average of 7.2%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work, as indicated by the count of Census working population to local population. In a 12-month period ending June 2025, employment in Moonee Ponds increased by 6.4%, while the labour force grew by 7.1%, resulting in an unemployment rate rise of 0.7 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 3.5% and labour force growth of 4.0%, with a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Moonee Ponds' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, though these estimates are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localised population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows median assessed income in Moonee Ponds is $66,481. Average income stands at $92,840. This contrasts with Greater Melbourne's median income of $54,892 and average income of $73,761. By September 2025, estimates suggest median income will be approximately $74,565 and average income $104,129, based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.16% since financial year 2022. Census data reveals Moonee Ponds' household, family, and personal incomes rank between the 73rd and 86th percentiles nationally. In Moonee Ponds, 30.7% (5,489 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, consistent with broader trends across the area showing 32.8%. The area demonstrates affluence with 33.1% earning over $3,000 per week. Housing accounts for 14.5% of income. Residents rank within the 75th percentile for disposable income and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Moonee Ponds displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure in Moonee Ponds, as evaluated at the Census 2016, comprised 44.7% houses and 55.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Melbourne metro's 42.6% houses and 57.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Moonee Ponds was at 30.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 29.8% and rented dwellings at 39.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,167, below Melbourne metro's average of $2,200. Median weekly rent in Moonee Ponds was recorded at $400, compared to Melbourne metro's $370. Nationally, Moonee Ponds's median monthly mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Moonee Ponds features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 60.2% of all households, including 25.7% couples with children, 26.2% couples without children, and 6.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 39.8%, with lone person households at 34.4% and group households comprising 5.4%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.3.

Educational achievement in Moonee Ponds places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Moonee Ponds has a higher educational attainment than the national average. Among residents aged 15+, 48.8% have university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 33.4% in Victoria. Bachelor degrees are most common at 30.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (13.0%) and graduate diplomas (5.7%). Vocational pathways account for 22.0% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 10.3% and certificates at 11.7%.

Educational participation is high, with 26.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.1% in tertiary education, 6.9% in primary education, and 5.9% pursuing secondary education. The area's four schools have a combined enrollment of 1,131 students. Moonee Ponds has significant socio-educational advantages and academic achievement (ICSEA: 1137). It includes three primary schools and one K-12 school. School places per 100 residents are lower than the regional average at 6.3 compared to 12.4, indicating some students may attend schools in adjacent areas. Note that where schools show 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to the parent campus.

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

Moonee Ponds has 85 active public transport stops. These include train, light rail, and bus services. There are 20 individual routes operating, serving a total of 19,190 weekly passenger trips.

The average distance from residents to the nearest stop is 166 meters. Daily service frequency averages 2,741 trips across all routes, equating to approximately 225 weekly trips per stop.

Moonee Ponds'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

Moonee Ponds health data shows a relatively low prevalence of common conditions among its general population. However, certain older, at-risk cohorts have higher rates compared to national averages. The area has an exceptionally high rate of private health cover, at approximately 63% (11,334 people), compared to Greater Melbourne's 67.2%.

Nationally, the average is 55.3%. The most common medical conditions are mental health issues and asthma, affecting 8.9% and 7.4% of residents respectively. Conversely, 71.3% report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to Greater Melbourne's 72.0%. Moonee Ponds has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 17.1% (3,057 people), than Greater Melbourne's 16.0%. Health outcomes among these seniors require more attention than the broader population.

Moonee Ponds 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

Moonee Ponds has a higher cultural diversity compared to most local areas, with 29.1% of its population born overseas and 25.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Moonee Ponds, accounting for 51.9% of the population. Notably, Judaism is slightly overrepresented compared to Greater Melbourne, making up 0.2% of Moonee Ponds' population.

The top three ancestry groups based on parents' country of birth are English (20.0%), Australian (17.6%), and Italian (12.1%). Some ethnic groups show significant differences in representation: Maltese at 1.7%, Greek at 3.7%, and Croatian at 1.1%.

Moonee Ponds's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Moonee Ponds is 38 years, close to Greater Melbourne's average of 37 and equivalent to Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Moonee Ponds has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (19.2%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (8.5%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 65-74 grew from 8.4% to 9.3%, while the 45-54 age group declined from 13.1% to 12.2%. By 2041, Moonee Ponds is projected to experience significant shifts in its age composition, with the 65-74 age group expected to grow by 57%, reaching 2,609 people from 1,662.