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Pearcedale has an estimated 4,041 residents, up from 3,867 at the 2021 Census — a change of 174 people, or 4.5%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years. That puts 120 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on an evaluation of ABS population updates for the wider region alongside recent addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Pearcedale has an estimated population of approximately 4,041 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 174 people (4.5%) from the 2021 Census, which documented 3,867 individuals. The shift is calculated from a resident population of 4,040, calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release from June 2025 and 25 validated new addresses since the Census. The resulting population density is 120 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and potential space for further growth.
The main driver of population growth was natural increase, which accounted for approximately 79.0% of the population gains in recent times. AreaSearch implements ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 areas without direct coverage, AreaSearch uses Victorian State Government Regional and LGA projections from 2023, adjusting them through weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group from these models are also applied to all areas for the period from 2032 to 2041. Future projections suggest population growth will be slightly below the national median, with the suburb of Pearcedale expected to add 238 residents by 2041 based on aggregated SA2 projections, representing a 5.9% expansion over 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
86 new dwellings have been approved in Pearcedale over the past five years, an average of 17 a year. That is 4.4 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 9, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical area data, the suburb of Pearcedale averages about 17 approved residential properties per year. This includes 86 approved homes over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and 9 approvals in FY-26 so far. With an average of 1.3 new residents per new home during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, supply and demand remain well balanced, supporting stable conditions. New homes average $542,000 in value, indicating developers are focusing on higher-end properties. Additionally, commercial development approvals total $1.4 million this financial year, highlighting the residential focus of the area.
New residential construction is composed of 88.0% detached houses and 12.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the historic low-density character of the area with family-oriented homes for buyers wanting space. The suburb of Pearcedale has about 244 residents for every dwelling approval, indicating a low-density property market. Population projections suggest the suburb of Pearcedale will add 237 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Given current building trends, the supply of new housing is expected to easily accommodate this demand, creating favorable conditions for home buyers and potentially allowing growth to exceed current forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Pearcedale
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 72 current infrastructure and development projects close to Pearcedale, worth an estimated $11.2 billion. 16 are already under construction and 18 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major planning changes, and development initiatives have a strong impact on local performance. In total, a single project has been identified by AreaSearch as likely to affect the area. Notable projects include the Western Port Highway Upgrade, Botanic Ridge Estate, the residential development at 82 Edward Street, and the townhouses at 46-48 Edward Street, with the list below highlighting the most relevant ones.
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The Rise Estate
A boutique residential subdivision in Langwarrin delivering around 40 detached homes. Sales are sold out and the estate is progressing through homebuilding under Frankston City Council planning controls. Proximity to local schools and services supports family living.
Somerville Police Station
A purpose-built 2500-square metre police facility designed by Baldasso Cortese Architects to support the growing Western Port region. The building features a distinctive Corten steel upper facade with folded panels forming a five-pointed star to represent Victoria Police values. It accommodates 150 staff and houses units including the Uniform Branch, Highway Patrol, and Crime Scene Unit, alongside a gymnasium and emergency management conference facilities.
Somerville Cove - Yaringa Boat Harbour Expansion
Approved mixed-use marina and tourism redevelopment at Yaringa Boat Harbour marketed as Somerville Cove. The scheme includes an inland marina basin with 180 wet berths, dry storage for up to 400 boats, marine service industry space, 180 tourist accommodation apartments, food and drink premises, conference and function facilities, road works, channel and lock infrastructure. Current marketing shows apartments with 12 m and 15 m berths available, while a separate 2026 ministerial permit has approved two boat manufacturing warehouses and associated works on nearby Yaringa Boat Harbour land.
Somerville Central Shopping Centre Expansion
The Somerville Central expansion involved the redevelopment of the existing site into a sub-regional shopping hub. The center now spans approximately 16,521sqm of gross lettable area and is anchored by major tenants including Coles and Target, complemented by approximately 40 specialty retailers. The project significantly enhanced local retail offerings and improved parking infrastructure with approximately 650 spaces to serve the Mornington Peninsula community.
Somerville Hotel Renovation
Comprehensive renovation and refurbishment of a heritage-listed hotel originally constructed in the early 1900s. The project involved modernizing the front bar with an integrated courtyard, stripping the back wall to its original heritage brick, and installing a timber bar top for an industrial aesthetic. Facilities include a family bistro featuring Graziers steaks, a sports bar with a brand-new TAB, and flexible function spaces accommodating 20 to 80 guests.
Somerville Local Area Traffic Management - Black Spot Project
Road safety upgrade delivering area-wide 40 km/h speed limit, raised safety platforms, new line marking and signage across Somerville local streets near Eramosa Road West and East. Detailed design completed in early 2025, contractor engaged, and construction commenced in late June 2025 with completion targeted by end of 2025.
Somerville Railway Station Upgrade
Comprehensive upgrade of the Somerville railway station on the Stony Point Line. The project delivered a new station building, platform improvements for enhanced safety and accessibility, and expanded car parking facilities to support the growing Western Port community.
The Fields
Collection of 18 stylish 2 and 3 bedroom townhouses at 5-7 Edwards Street, Langwarrin. Completed in December 2019, featuring single and double level options with high-quality fixtures and contemporary design. Residential townhouse development providing medium-density housing options close to schools and amenities with landscaped open spaces. Prices started from $445,000.
2,358 residents of Pearcedale are employed, from a labour force of 2,427. Unemployment sits at 2.8%, with participation at 73.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,220, about 80% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The suburb of Pearcedale features a balanced workforce of both white-collar and blue-collar workers, with construction being a particularly strong sector. The unemployment rate is low at 2.8%, and estimated job growth reached 4.9% over the past year, according to AreaSearch statistical area data. In March 2026, there were 2,358 employed residents. The local unemployment rate is 1.9% lower than the Greater Melbourne rate of 4.8%, while participation in the workforce is typical at 73.0% compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne. Census data showed that a moderate 20.3% of residents worked from home, although this was likely influenced by pandemic lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for residents are construction, health care and social assistance, and retail trade. The suburb of Pearcedale shows high employment specialization in construction, with its share of jobs reaching 2.2 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, professional and technical services are underrepresented, accounting for 5.0% of employment compared to 10.1% across the region. Local job opportunities appear limited, based on the comparison between the Census working population and resident population counts. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader statistical regions, employment rose by 4.9% and the labor force expanded by 4.6% during the 12 months leading to March 2026, leading to a 0.3 percentage point drop in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.1%, the labor force grow by 2.3%, and unemployment increase by 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide further context for future job demand in the suburb of Pearcedale. These five-year and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce profile to model future growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary by sector. Applying these trends to the local employment mix suggests the suburb of Pearcedale could see employment rise by 6.1% over five years and 12.7% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation that does not account for local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Pearcedale is $2,009 a week (about $104,000 a year), with median personal income at $785 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $51,668 a year against an average of $63,041. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Based on the latest postcode ATO statistics for the 2023 financial year, average incomes in the suburb of Pearcedale are below the national average, with a median of $51,668 and an average of $63,041. This compares to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 for Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $56,638 for the median and $69,106 for the average. Census data places household income at the 65th percentile ($2,009 weekly) and personal income at the 46th percentile.
The income distribution shows that 35.2% of the population (1,422 residents) earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, similar to the broader region where 32.8% fall into this range. Discretionary income after housing costs stands at 85.9% of earnings, and the local SEIFA income score falls in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Pearcedale had 1,276 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 98% detached houses and 2% apartments. 52% are owned with a mortgage, 10% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,020 a month. Rent absorbs 19.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in the suburb of Pearcedale at the time of the latest Census consisted of 97.5% detached houses and 2.6% other options like semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings in metropolitan Melbourne. Home ownership was much higher than the metropolitan average at 37.9%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (51.9%) or rented (10.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the Melbourne average at $2,020, while the median weekly rent was $400, compared to metropolitan figures of $2,000 and $390. Globally, mortgage costs in the suburb of Pearcedale are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent exceeds the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Pearcedale counted 1,276 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.9 people each. 41% are couples with children, more than in 81% of areas nationally, against 32% couples without children. 15% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the vast majority of households at 83.9%, which includes 40.9% couples with children, 31.8% couples without children, and 9.1% single parents. Non-family living arrangements account for 16.1%, with lone person households making up 15.1% and group households representing 1.3%. The median household size of 2.9 residents is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
14.8% of adults in Pearcedale hold a university qualification, including 10.2% with a bachelor degree and 2.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 31.9% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 711 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,018 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment levels show some challenges, with the university qualification rate of 14.8% sitting well below the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted education programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 10.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational and technical training is very common, with 42.5% of residents aged 15 and over holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (10.6%) and certificates (31.9%). A high proportion of residents are currently studying, with 27.3% enrolled in formal education.
This includes 9.6% attending primary school, 8.4% in high school, and 3.4% in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Pearcedale reaches 17 stops on 2 routes, timetabled for about 400 services a week. The typical home sits about 620 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 2.3 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport options include 17 active stops within the suburb of Pearcedale, which are serviced by bus routes. These stops are served by 2 distinct routes that provide a total of 403 passenger trips each week. Transport accessibility is limited, with residents living an average of 617 meters from their nearest stop. Because this is a residential area, most workers commute outside the area, with cars being the primary mode of travel for 95% of commuters. Dwellings average 2.3 vehicles, which is above the regional average. About 20.3% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Service frequency averages 57 runs per day across the network, which translates to roughly 23 weekly runs for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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68.1% of residents in Pearcedale report no long-term health condition. 5.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.0 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators in the suburb of Pearcedale align closely with national benchmarks based on mortality and chronic illness rates analyzed by AreaSearch, with typical rates of common health conditions across all age groups. Private health insurance coverage is relatively low, held by approximately 52% of the population (~2,092 people), compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne. Asthma and arthritis are the most common medical conditions, affecting 9.0% and 8.5% of residents respectively. Conversely, 68.1% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Working-age residents have a higher-than-average rate of chronic illness.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 19.1% of the local population (771 people), which exceeds the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%. Seniors in the area experience above-average health outcomes, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Pearcedale is largely Australian-born, at 87.9% of residents, with 4.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.0%) and Australian (32.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in the suburb of Pearcedale is lower than average, with 87.9% of residents born in Australia, 92.3% holding citizenship, and 95.7% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 39.6% of residents. The most notable statistical variance is in Judaism, which is practiced by none of the population, compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the top three groups in the suburb of Pearcedale are English at 33.0% of the population (well above the regional average of 20.1%), Australian at 32.3% (well above the regional average of 18.4%), and Scottish at 8.4%.
Other notable ancestral representations include Dutch at 2.6% (compared to 1.2% regionally), Serbian at 0.7% (compared to 0.4% regionally), and Hungarian at 0.4% (compared to 0.3% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Pearcedale is 41. 23.6% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in the suburb of Pearcedale is 41 years, which is older than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and the national median of 38. The 55 - 64 age bracket is overrepresented at 14.2% of the local population compared to metropolitan averages, while the 25 - 34 bracket is underrepresented at 10.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort expanded from 4.5% to 6.5% of the population, while the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 14.3% to 12.7%. Projections indicate significant shifts in the age profile by 2041.
The 75 to 84 cohort is expected to grow the most, increasing by 47% (an additional 124 residents) to reach 387. This demographic aging trend is highlighted by the fact that residents aged 65 and older account for 84% of the projected population growth. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 and 25 to 34 age brackets are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Pearcedale
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 25 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,867 at the 2021 Census → 4,041 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL22050). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.