Mooroopna

Population growth drivers in Mooroopna are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

Based on demographic evaluations from the ABS for the wider region, alongside address verifications completed by AreaSearch following the Census, the population of the suburb of Mooroopna is calculated to be approximately 8,391 in May 2026. This represents an addition of 79 people (1.0%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 8,312 residents. This shift is deduced from the estimated count of 8,391 residents, determined by AreaSearch through analysing the ABS June 2025 ERP release and 170 newly validated addresses recorded post-census. Such a population size results in a density of 209 persons per square kilometer, offering ample room per resident and capacity for upcoming building projects. The 1.0% post-census expansion rate is 1.8 percentage points behind the SA3 region (2.8%), showing competitive underlying growth. The main driver of population expansion in the locality was overseas migration, which made up roughly 93.0% of the total demographic increase in recent times.

AreaSearch employs projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 sectors, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 territories lacking this coverage, AreaSearch uses the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusting them via a weighted aggregation methodology of population increases from the LGA scale down to SA2 zones. Age bracket growth velocities derived from these models are also applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic outlooks suggest outstanding expansion that ranks in the highest 10 percent of non-metropolitan Australia over this timeframe, with the locality projected to add 3,771 residents by 2041 under aggregated SA2-level figures, representing a cumulative increase of 44.9% across the 16 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Mooroopna recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

According to AreaSearch calculations of ABS building consent statistics distributed from statistical subdivisions, the suburb of Mooroopna averages approximately 55 residential approvals each year, summing to an estimated 276 dwellings over the past 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 36 approvals have been logged. With an average of only 0.2 additional occupants annually per built home over the past 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 to FY-25), building supply is matching or exceeding demand, widening options for purchasers and facilitating population gains beyond projections, while new properties are being constructed at an average cost of $378,000—slightly above regional baselines—indicative of quality-focused building. Furthermore, $12.4 million in non-residential consents have been registered during this financial year, pointing to steady commercial building trends.

Relative to Rest of Vic., the suburb of Mooroopna displays comparable building rates on a per-capita basis, maintaining a supply-demand balance matching nearby regions. Construction projects consist of 92.0% standalone houses and 8.0% townhouses or multi-unit blocks, maintaining the spacious character of the area through an emphasis on houses that appeal to buyers wanting land. With a ratio of about 204 residents per approved dwelling, the suburb of Mooroopna represents a low density precinct.

Long-term forecasts indicate the suburb of Mooroopna will gain 3,771 inhabitants by 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly calculations). Should current building volumes persist, the supply of dwellings may fall short of demographic expansion, which could heighten buyer competition and foster more robust capital growth.

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

Local infrastructure changes, major projects, and town planning initiatives are crucial drivers of area performance. In total, AreaSearch has flagged 20 projects with potential local impacts. Key projects include the Mooroopna West Growth Corridor Structure Plan, Seven Creeks Estate, GV Link Enterprise Park, and Goulburn Valley Water Infrastructure Upgrades, with the primary developments listed below.

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The labour market performance in Mooroopna lags significantly behind most other regions nationally

The suburb of Mooroopna features a balanced workforce distribution between professional and industrial roles, with prominent manufacturing and trade sectors, a jobless rate of 6.1%, and a yearly employment growth rate estimated at 0.6%, derived from AreaSearch statistical consolidations. As of March 2026, there are 3,691 employed local residents, while the unemployment rate is 2.4% higher than the Regional Vic. benchmark of 3.7%, and labor participation lags slightly (56.1% relative to Regional Vic.'s 61.1%). Census replies indicate a low 7.3% of workers operated from home, though the influence of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions should be kept in mind.

Resident employment is primarily clustered within health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. The community shows a high concentration of manufacturing jobs, which stand at 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, public administration & safety represents a minor share of jobs at 4.4% compared to 6.5% across the region. Local job opportunities appear limited within the immediate area, as shown by comparing the Census working population against the resident workforce.

Based on AreaSearch reviews of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from regional units, the year ending March 2026 saw employment numbers grow by 0.6% and the total workforce expand by 3.4%, which pushed the unemployment rate up by 2.6 percentage points. This trend differed from Regional Vic., where employment fell by 0.1%, the workforce shrank by 0.3%, and the unemployment rate decreased by 0.2 percentage points. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer additional perspective on prospective labor requirements in the suburb of Mooroopna. These estimates, spanning five and ten-year periods, are modeled against the local industry makeup to project future staffing trends. While national workforce numbers are projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary widely by industry. Mirroring these industry-wide forecasts onto the suburb of Mooroopna's current sector distribution suggests local employment will rise by 5.9% in five years and 12.8% in ten years (this represents a basic weighted projection for modeling purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

According to the latest ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the suburb of Mooroopna's income benchmark is below the national average. The suburb of Mooroopna's median income for taxpayers is $45,395 and the average is $50,616, compared to Regional Vic. benchmarks of $50,954 and $62,728 respectively. Adjusted for Wage Price Index inflation of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate these figures at roughly $49,762 (median) and $55,485 (average) as of March 2026. Census data indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Mooroopna place between the 8th and 16th percentiles across the country. In terms of income distribution, 27.5% of the community (2,307 people) are in the $400 - 799 weekly range, in contrast to the broader region where the $1,500 - 2,999 tier is most common at 30.3%. Household disposable income after housing costs is 85.4%, though this falls in the 11th percentile nationally.

Mooroopna is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Housing types in the suburb of Mooroopna at the time of the latest Census consisted of 80.7% standalone homes and 19.3% alternative housing types (such as duplexes, apartments, or other structures), compared to Regional Vic.'s breakdown of 90.1% standalone homes and 9.9% alternative housing. Home ownership in the suburb of Mooroopna was lower than the Regional Vic. level, standing at 36.5%, while the remaining properties were either held with a mortgage (31.6%) or occupied by tenants (31.9%). The median monthly home loan payment of $1,148 was lower than the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, while the median weekly rental cost was $250, compared to $285 in Regional Vic. Across the country, the suburb of Mooroopna's home loan repayments are below the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are lower than the national median of $375.

Mooroopna features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Families make up the majority of households at 62.3%, consisting of 20.2% couples raising children, 25.7% couples without children, and 15.1% single parents. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 37.7% of households, with lone person households representing 34.6% and group shared homes making up 3.2%. The median household size of 2.2 residents is below the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.

Mooroopna faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

Educational outcomes in the area show room for improvement, with university graduation rates (12.8%) sitting below the state average in VIC of 33.4%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted academic programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 8.6%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.4%) and postgraduate study (1.8%). Professional trades are highly represented, with 41.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (10.7%) and certificates (30.5%).

School enrollment is high, with 29.4% of the population actively participating in education. This includes 10.8% studying in primary schools, 8.8% in high schools, and 2.4% enrolled in university or vocational training.

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

Public transit metrics show 69 active stops in the suburb of Mooroopna, which include train options. These locations are connected by 12 distinct routes, which provide 197 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is rated highly, with average resident travel distances to the nearest stop standing at 197 meters. Because it is mostly a residential area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private vehicles serving as the primary method at 96%. Vehicle availability averages 1.3 per household, which is below the regional benchmark. A low 7.3% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census figures which may reflect pandemic conditions.

Transit service frequency averages 28 trips daily across all transport routes, representing approximately 2 weekly passenger services for each individual stop.

Health performance in Mooroopna is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Major health difficulties are present in the suburb of Mooroopna, according to AreaSearch analyses of mortality and long-term illness data, with several conditions impacting both youth and senior groups, while the rate of private health insurance is low, covering around 47% of the community (~3,938 people). This compares to 50.5% in Regional Vic. and a national benchmark of 55.7%.

The most frequent health issues in the locality are arthritis and mental health challenges, affecting 11.8 and 11.6% of the population, respectively, while 56.1% of residents reported having no long-term illnesses, compared to 63.4% in Regional Vic. The working-age cohort has elevated rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 23.4% of the population (1,963 people). The health metrics of these seniors present difficulties, with nationwide rankings corresponding to the broader community averages.

Mooroopna ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

The suburb of Mooroopna ranks below average for multicultural indicators, with citizens making up 84.3% of the community, 87.2% born in Australia, and 90.8% using only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 49.9% of the population. The most prominent statistical divergence is in the Other category, which represents 1.3% of the population compared to 0.8% across Regional Vic.

Looking at ancestral roots, the three largest backgrounds in the suburb of Mooroopna are English at 29.8%, Australian at 28.4%, and Irish at 8.5%. Certain groups show notable variances from regional patterns: Australian Aboriginal residents make up 5.5% of the population (compared to 1.4% across the region), Italian background represents 4.6% (compared to 2.9%), and Samoan background stands at 0.3% (compared to 0.1%).

Mooroopna hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age in the suburb of Mooroopna is 42 years, matching the Regional Vic. median of 43 years while higher than the national median of 38 years. Looking at age brackets, the 25 - 34 cohort is highly represented (15.2%), whereas the 5 - 14 group is smaller (10.4%) than the Regional Vic. equivalent. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 age bracket rose from 12.8% to 15.2% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort grew from 7.5% to 8.6%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 12.4% to 11.2%, and the 5 to 14 age bracket declined from 11.6% to 10.4%. Demographic projections to 2041 indicate major changes for the suburb of Mooroopna, with the 25 to 34 age bracket projected to grow the fastest at 73%, adding 936 residents to reach a total of 2,212.