Suburb profile · Greater Melbourne
Officer South has an estimated 2,200 residents, up 89.8% since the 2021 Census, with 144 projects tracked in the area around Officer South.
Updated 28 Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 51 kilometres southeast from Melbourne CBD, the suburb of Officer South has an estimated population of around 2,200 as of August 2026 (latest population estimate date: Aug 2026), based on AreaSearch analysis of yearly SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts and quarterly national address file updates. This represents a significant expansion of 1,041 people (89.8%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 1,159 people.
The residential profile of the suburb of Officer South is characterised by a high proportion of children and young adults, largely composed of couples without children, alongside overall moderate expansion patterns across the broader area. The surrounding regional landscape is enriched by nearby Victoria destinations such as Koo Wee Rup, known for its agricultural heritage, asparagus farms, and the natural beauty of the Koo Wee Rup Swamp with its diverse bird species, as well as community gatherings like the Koo Wee Rup Bypass Run and the Swamp Stomp.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 63 in 2006 and 2,093 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 2,200 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 22.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 43.2%.
Officer South ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for education and the 95th for development activity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Officer South is $500 a week, for the 12 months to Sep 2025 and 15% below Greater Melbourne.
15% below Greater Melbourne on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $326 in 2017, $507 in 2025; Units (dashed orange line): $264 in 2017, $427 in 2025. The latest is to Sep 2025.
The change over 12 months, by dwelling type, is charted in Full.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $500 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, houses | $507 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, units | $427 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Cardinia | $560 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Melbourne - South East | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent, Greater Melbourne | $587 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, VIC | $560 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
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Status of the 50 tracked applications: 32 approved, 2 under assessment, 16 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 144 projects in and around Officer South, 54 of them under construction.
Proposed multi-purpose motorsport and driver education precinct at McGregor Road and Key Lane.
Third-party developers are delivering staged road upgrade works on Cardinia Road in Officer South, in line with the Cardinia Road…
Kaduna Park Estate is an 80 hectare masterplanned residential community in Officer South developed by Parklea, featuring around 760 house…
Enterprise Industry Park is a 27ha masterplanned industrial estate in Melbourne's south-east developed by ESR Australia in partnership with…
Development Victoria is delivering Olio, a new residential community in Officer, Melbourne's south-east, built by Sienna Homes.
A 1,069-hectare employment and residential hub approved in early 2025.
Golden Win Estate is a 36-lot residential subdivision on 3.53 hectares in central Officer.
New ground-level train station opened June 2024 extending metropolitan rail line by 2km.
Permit approved 4.05 hectare residential subdivision site in Officer's high-growth corridor featuring endorsed plans for 55 residential…
Infill development site of approximately 2.664 hectares within the Officer Precinct Structure Plan area, expected to yield 49 residential…
Masterplanned residential community in Pakenham East for approximately 3,200 residents.
Oak Grove is a 92-hectare masterplanned community in Clyde North featuring over 1,300 homesites.
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Estimated completion year of the 72 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 24, 2027 16, 2028 10, 2029 3, 2030 7, 2031 1, 2032 3, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 3, 2036 2. 13 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 50 substantial development applications lodged in and around Officer South over the period covered (about 2.8 years), 20 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2023 (part year) 2, 2024 12, 2025 23, 2026 (to Oct) 13.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 50 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.8 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 20 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 39.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 98th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 56 | ABS building approvals | 66th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 32 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.8 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.8 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Officer South include: Cardinia Motor Recreation and Education Park (Planning); Cardinia Road Infrastructure Upgrades (Construction); Officer South Employment Precinct (Approved); Kaduna Park Estate (Construction); and The Rise Estate - Pakenham (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Officer South spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
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The level of residential development activity in Officer South was found to be higher than 95% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Officer South area has seen 135 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Officer South's current population of 2,200 has been supported by 56 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Officer South has seen 3.98 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.86 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 37 people in the suburb of Officer South, compared to one for every 121 in the broader region.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Officer South's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 56, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Officer South has grown by approximately 2,030 people, while 284 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 7.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Officer South are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,200 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +89.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 110 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 29th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +17.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +39.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 1,159 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,041 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +14.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +12.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 20.01 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Officer South was estimated to be approximately 2,200 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,093 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Officer South has added approximately 1,041 people and shown a 89.82% increase from the 1,159 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Officer South is estimated at 109 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Officer South has shown a compound annual growth rate of 39.1% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Officer South is driven by: Interstate migration (76.0%), Natural increase (18.0%), Overseas migration (6.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 76.0% of overall population gains.
Officer South hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 7% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 33 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 7th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 22.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 29.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 31 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 7.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 22.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 8.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Officer South at 33 years as at August 2026. That is up from the 2021 Census figure of 31 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 33 years as at August 2026, Officer South is 4 years younger than the Greater Melbourne 2021 Census average (37 years) and 5 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Officer South compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 22.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Officer South compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 7.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Officer South show significant variance compared to the Greater Melbourne region. The most over-represented age groups are 0-4 year-olds (9.0% vs 5.6%) and 65-74 year-olds (11.4% vs 7.9%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.6% vs 2.1%) and 15-24 year-olds (7.1% vs 13.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 22.5% of the population in the suburb of Officer South as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 17.9% of the population in the suburb of Officer South as at August 2026.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 73% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $64,624 a year | ATO FY-23, annual | 79th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $74,974 a year | ATO FY-23, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,085 | 2021 Census, weekly | 71st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,017 | 2021 Census, weekly | 80th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 21.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,403 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 16.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Officer South is approximately $70,841. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $64,624.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Officer South is approximately $82,186. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $74,974.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Officer South is approximately $70,841 compared to $63,238 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $64,624 and $57,688 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Officer South is approximately $82,186 compared to $82,395 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $74,974 and $75,164 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~43.2% / 950 persons) of the suburb of Officer South's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest income cohort in the suburb of Officer South is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 43.2% of the population. In comparison, Greater Melbourne's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.8% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Officer South is $2,085/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Officer South is $2,403/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Officer South is $1,017/wk.
The suburb of Officer South's income level is well above average nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The suburb of Officer South's median income among taxpayers is $64,624 and the average income stands at $74,974, which compares to figures for Greater Melbourne's of $57,688 and $75,164 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $70,841 (median) and $82,186 (average) as of March 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Officer South is $7,526 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Officer South's disposable income is $7,526 compared to $6,948 for Greater Melbourne, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Officer South demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 33% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 78.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,220 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,862 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,267 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Officer South has approximately 1,220 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.7%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Officer South stands at 3.7%, which is 1.1 percentage points below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Officer South is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.9% of employment), construction (12.9%), and education & training (11.3%). Other significant employers include retail trade and manufacturing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Officer South has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Officer South is 78.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Melbourne average of 70.1%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of Officer South shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 17.9% of the local workforce compared to 14.2% regionally. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 3 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Officer South's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 8.9% decline, ranking 34th out of 37 regions nationally.
Officer South demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 22.2% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 32.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 22.6% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 13.9% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 31.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
32.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Officer South have university qualifications, compared to 37.0% in the broader region.
31.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Officer South have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.2% regionally.
The suburb of Officer South ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Officer South are: Certificate (22.6%), Bachelor Degree (22.2%), Advanced Diploma (13.9%).
28.0% of the population in the suburb of Officer South is currently engaged in formal education, with 10.8% in primary school, 4.1% in secondary school, 4.8% at university.
Officer South has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 23.3% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 34.4% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 35.0% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 454 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 862 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 74.9% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Officer South had 454 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 89.9% to an estimated 862 households today.
The median household size in the suburb of Officer South is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Melbourne and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 74.9% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (23.3%), group households (2.0%), and other household types (0.7%).
Among the 340 family households, 34.4% are couples with children, 35.0% are couples without children at home, and 3.5% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the suburb of Officer South shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Officer South have an average of 1.5 children, slightly above the Greater Melbourne average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 52.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.2% have never married. This compares to 47.0% married and 38.0% never married across Greater Melbourne.
Single-person households represent 23.3% of all households in the suburb of Officer South, similar to the regional average of 24.8%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.0% of households, well below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.3%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
Officer South 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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 33.0% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 26.8% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 73.2% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.2% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 67.0% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
Officer South was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 33.0% of its population born overseas and 26.8% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Officer South was found to be Christianity, which makes up 44.8% of people in Officer South. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 5.3% of the population, compared to 2.3% across Greater Melbourne.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Officer South are English, comprising 25.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 20.1%, Australian, comprising 21.8% of the population, and Other, comprising 17.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Sri Lankan is notably overrepresented at 3.1% of Officer South (vs 0.8% regionally), Hungarian at 0.9% (vs 0.3%) and Dutch at 1.9% (vs 1.2%).
33.0% of the suburb of Officer South population was born overseas, compared to 37.3% regionally.
26.8% of the population in the suburb of Officer South speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 35.9% in the wider region.
0.3% of the suburb of Officer South population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 0.5% in the region.
88.2% of the suburb of Officer South population holds citizenship, compared to 81.1% in the wider region.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Officer South is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 29.8% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 78.1% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,200 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 81st percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 63.1% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 21.9% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $393 | 2021 Census, weekly | 59th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 31st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 53rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Officer South, 29.8% of homes are owned outright, 63.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 7.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 78.1% of dwellings in the suburb of Officer South are houses.
In the suburb of Officer South, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 21.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Officer South stands at 29.8%, compared to 30.7% in Greater Melbourne.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Officer South is $2,200, compared to $2,000 in Greater Melbourne.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Officer South is $1,509, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Officer South, households with mortgages typically spend 24.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Officer South is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Officer South shows mortgage holders spending 24.3% of income on repayments (vs 24.3% regionally), while renters spend 18.8% of income on rent (vs 20.5% regionally).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Officer South consists of 78.1% detached houses, 21.9% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Officer South consumes approximately 16.7% of median household income ($9,028 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Officer South show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 22% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 78% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Health in Officer South: private health cover 56.4%, no long-term health condition 75.4%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.4% | ATO FY 2023, private health cover | 66th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 75.4% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 83.8% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
Around 56.4% of people in the suburb of Officer South are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.7% in the broader region of Greater Melbourne.
In the suburb of Officer South, 3.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 5.5% of people in Greater Melbourne require similar assistance.
6.5% of people in the suburb of Officer South are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.3% of the population across Greater Melbourne is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.9% of the suburb of Officer South population, while in the surrounding region, 4.1% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.9% of people in the suburb of Officer South have heart disease. Across the region of Greater Melbourne, 3.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Officer South, 56.4% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Melbourne sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.7%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 60 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 60th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 3 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 862 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 32nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 727 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 1 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 27.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 3 public transport stops within the suburb of Officer South.
The suburb of Officer South has 862 weekly trips across 1 routes, averaging 123 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 392 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 2.1 km away and the nearest child care centre 2.2 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 3 stops nearby (3 bus), 862 weekly trips, access rating 60 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 17 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 17th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 5.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 5.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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The level of residential development activity in Officer South was found to be higher than 95% of real estate markets across the country.
Officer South has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 49thth percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Officer South is $500 a week for the 12 months to Sep 2025.
Population growth drivers in Officer South are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Officer South hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 7% of areas nationwide.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 73% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Officer South demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 33% of areas assessed nationally.
Officer South demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Officer South has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size.
Officer South 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.
Officer South is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region.
Health in Officer South: private health cover 56.4%, no long-term health condition 75.4%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Officer South has an estimated 2,200 residents, up 89.8% since the 2021 Census, with 144 projects tracked in the area around Officer South.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-23 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 28 Aug 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Officer South.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2025, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2023 and projects to May 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 28 Aug 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL22007). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (May 2026) and income (FY 2023). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Officer South from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Officer South with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.