Mount Evelyn

Mount Evelyn is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As per ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation for the broader area, the estimated population of Mount Evelyn is approximately 10,074 as of February 2026. This figure represents an increase of 275 people (2.8%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 9,799. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimated resident population of 10,032 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 35 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 594 persons per square kilometer, indicating significant space per person and potential room for further development. Mount Evelyn's growth rate of 2.8% since the census is within 1.2 percentage points of the SA3 area's 4.0%, demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Natural growth primarily drove population growth in the area, contributing approximately 65.0% 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, adjusting employing 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. Considering projected demographic shifts, lower quartile growth is anticipated nationally, with the suburb expected to grow by 264 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 2.2% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Mount Evelyn, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Mount Evelyn recorded approximately 13 residential properties granted approval per year over the past five financial years ending June 2021. This totals an estimated 69 homes. In the current financial year, FY-26, three approvals have been recorded as of this date. The population has declined in recent years, with housing supply remaining adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $407,000. There have also been $7.9 million in commercial approvals in FY-26, indicating the area's residential character. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Mount Evelyn shows substantially reduced construction activity, which is 65.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing properties, although recent construction activity has intensified. However, this activity remains under the national average, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations. New development consists of 57.0% detached dwellings and 43.0% townhouses or apartments, indicating a shift from the area's existing housing composition, which is currently 98.0% houses.

This shift may reflect decreasing availability of developable sites and changing lifestyles requiring more diverse, affordable housing options. The estimated population per dwelling approval in Mount Evelyn is 487 people. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, the area is expected to grow by 222 residents through to 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Mount Evelyn has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified seven projects likely to affect this region. Notable ones are Mount Evelyn Water Treatment Plant, Hereford Road Childcare Centre and Development Site, York Road Upgrade, and Mount Evelyn Recreation Reserve Master Plan. The following list details those most relevant.

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The labour market in Mount Evelyn shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Mount Evelyn has a skilled workforce with the construction sector being notably prominent. The unemployment rate in the area is 3.1%. Over the past year, there was an estimated employment growth of 0.8%.

As of September 2025, 5,575 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.5% lower than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.7%. Workforce participation in Mount Evelyn is similar to Greater Melbourne's 71.0%. According to Census responses, 24.2% of residents work from home, but Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The leading employment industries among residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training.

Mount Evelyn has a particular specialization in construction with an employment share twice the regional level, while professional & technical services have limited presence at 5.7% compared to the regional average of 10.1%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the ratio of Census working population to resident population. Over the past year, employment increased by 0.8% alongside labour force increasing by 0.8%, keeping the unemployment rate relatively stable. In comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment grow by 3.0%, labour force expand by 3.3%, and unemployment rise slightly by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that over five years, national employment is expected to increase by 6.6% and by 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Mount Evelyn's employment mix indicates a potential local employment growth of 6.3% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

Mount Evelyn's median income among taxpayers was $53,162 in financial year 2023. The average income stood at $63,339 during the same period. These figures are lower than Greater Melbourne's median income of $57,688 and average income of $75,164 respectively. By September 2025, estimates suggest Mount Evelyn's median income will be approximately $57,548 and average income $68,564, accounting for an 8.25% growth since financial year 2023. According to Census 2021 data, incomes in Mount Evelyn cluster around the 61st percentile nationally. Income analysis reveals that 38.9% of Mount Evelyn's population falls within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, which is slightly higher than the metropolitan region's 32.8%. Housing accounts for 14.7% of income in Mount Evelyn. The suburb's residents rank highly for disposable income, placing them in the 71st percentile nationally. Mount Evelyn's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

Mount Evelyn's dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 97.9% houses and 2.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This contrasts with Melbourne metro's composition of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Mount Evelyn stood at 32.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 57.6% and rented ones at 9.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, aligning with Melbourne metro's average, while the median weekly rent was $365, compared to Melbourne metro's $2,000 and $390 respectively. Nationally, Mount Evelyn's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were lower than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 80.1% of all households, including 42.3% couples with children, 26.9% couples without children, and 9.9% single parent families. Non-family households account for 19.9%, with lone person households at 18.1% and group households comprising 2.0%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

Mount Evelyn performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

The area's university qualification rate is 20.6%, significantly lower than Greater Melbourne's average of 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.3%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 42.3% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (12.8%) and certificates (29.5%). Educational participation is high at 27.3%, with 9.6% in primary education, 7.6% in secondary education, and 3.3% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.6% in primary education, 7.6% in secondary education, and 3.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Mount Evelyn has 41 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These are served by 10 different routes that together facilitate 1,865 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as moderate, with residents on average located 408 meters from the nearest stop. As a mainly residential zone, most Mount Evelyn residents commute outwards, with cars being the primary mode of travel at 95%. On average, there are 2.0 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional norm. According to the 2021 Census, 24.2% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency across all routes is approximately 266 trips per day, translating to about 45 weekly trips per individual stop.

Mount Evelyn's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Mount Evelyn's health data shows outcomes largely on par with national benchmarks. Common health conditions are slightly more prevalent among both younger and older residents compared to averages, with asthma and mental health issues affecting 9.2 and 9.1% respectively.

Approximately 52% of Mount Evelyn residents have private health cover, lower than Greater Melbourne's 56.7%. About 67.8% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Working-age population health outcomes are generally typical. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 17.2%, compared to 15.1% in Greater Melbourne. Overall health rankings align with national averages.

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

Mount Evelyn, surveyed in 2016, had low cultural diversity with 87.1% born in Australia, 94.3% as citizens, and 95.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the prevalent religion at 39.6%. Judaism was not present (0.0%) compared to Greater Melbourne's 1.0%.

Top ancestral groups were English (31.4%), Australian (29.9%), and Scottish (8.0%). Dutch (4.3% vs 1.2%), Hungarian (0.3% vs 0.3%), and Sri Lankan (0.3% vs 0.8%) showed notable differences from regional averages.

Mount Evelyn's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Mount Evelyn was close to Greater Melbourne's average at 37 years old and equivalent to Australia's median age of 38 years old as of the most recent data. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Mount Evelyn had a higher percentage of residents aged 5-14 (14.1%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (10.7%). Between the 2021 Census and the previous one, the population aged 75-84 grew from 4.6% to 6.2%, while the 35-44 cohort increased from 13.5% to 14.7%. Conversely, the percentage of residents aged 25-34 decreased from 13.3% to 10.7%. By 2041, Mount Evelyn's age composition is expected to shift notably. The population aged 75-84 is projected to grow by 31%, reaching 818 people from the previous count of 624. This growth is largely driven by an aging population dynamic, with those aged 65 and above comprising 79% of the projected growth. Meanwhile, population declines are projected for the cohorts aged 25-34 and 5-14.