Suburb profile · Greater Melbourne
Ripponlea has an estimated 1,676 residents, up 9.4% since the 2021 Census, with 118 projects tracked in the area around Ripponlea.
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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Located 7.6 kilometres south-southeast of Melbourne CBD, the suburb of Ripponlea had an estimated population of around 1,676 as of Aug 2026. That figure draws on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, released yearly, and on national address file data updated each quarter. Compared with the 1,532 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the population has grown by 144 people (9.4%). The market is shaped by young professionals, and the suburb features a notable 25 to 34 year old demographic, a high composition of apartments, and an above-average renting population. Residents also enjoy strong educational qualifications across the community.
In terms of population growth, the suburb shows moderate expansion. Ripponlea is best known for its vibrant community, diverse architectural styles and green spaces. Tree-lined streets, a blend of period homes and modern apartments, a bustling shopping and dining scene with local cafes, restaurants and boutique shops, and several parks and gardens combine to give it a lively atmosphere and ample room for outdoor recreation.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 7.6 kilometres south-southeast of Melbourne CBD, the suburb of Ripponlea had an estimated population of around 1,676 as of Aug 2026. That figure draws on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, released yearly, and on national address file data updated each quarter. Compared with the 1,532 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the population has grown by 144 people (9.4%). The market is shaped by young professionals, and the suburb features a notable 25 to 34 year old demographic, a high composition of apartments, and an above-average renting population. Residents also enjoy strong educational qualifications across the community.
In terms of population growth, the suburb shows moderate expansion. Ripponlea is best known for its vibrant community, diverse architectural styles and green spaces. Tree-lined streets, a blend of period homes and modern apartments, a bustling shopping and dining scene with local cafes, restaurants and boutique shops, and several parks and gardens combine to give it a lively atmosphere and ample room for outdoor recreation.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,483 in 2006 and 1,676 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 22.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.8%.
Ripponlea ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for education and the 96th for transport & access.
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 Ripponlea is $544 a week, for the 12 months to Sep 2025 and 7% below Greater Melbourne.
7% below Greater Melbourne on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $699 in 2017, $883 in 2025; Units (dashed orange line): $424 in 2017, $568 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 | $544 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, houses | $883 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, units | $568 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Port Phillip | $613 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Melbourne - Inner | $635 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 118 projects in and around Ripponlea, 35 of them under construction.
Redevelopment of the former ABC Studios site into the Elsternwick Gardens mixed-use neighbourhood by Milieu and Besen. The approved project comprises six residential buildings with up to 180 apartments following a 2025 amendment, food and drink premises, extensive landscaped gardens, public open space, retention and relocation of the historic broadcast…
5-level boutique block comprising 8 x 2-bedroom apartments, 1 x 1-bedroom apartment, basement parking, lobby and 2 retail shops at ground level. Approved plans and permits in place. The development at 191-193 Carlisle Street, Balaclava VIC 3183 is a low-rise project with 1 building, 5 floors, and 9 residences.
A 15-storey mixed-use high-rise development featuring 94 residences, including one and two-bedroom apartments. The project includes ground-floor retail and food premises, three levels of basement parking for 78 vehicles, and a communal rooftop garden with organic waste facilities.
City of Port Phillip foreshore works extending the St Kilda Pier landside entrance to Jacka Boulevard to create a new visitor arrival space and improve links between the pier, promenade, Catani Gardens, Bay Trail and nearby attractions.
The Elwood Main Drain Duplication is a Melbourne Water flood mitigation project to build a second drain, carrying floodwater from Melbourne's south-east to Port Phillip Bay at Elwood in the Elster Creek catchment.
Mixed-use development by Coles Group Property Developments following the approved purchase of council-owned land and laneways. The project includes a contemporary full-line supermarket, a new underground car park to replace existing public surface spaces, new retail shops, residential apartments, and at least 250 square meters of new public open space.
Mixed-use development featuring a supermarket and residential apartments, revised to 6 storeys with additional setbacks and height reductions after VCAT approval. Includes ground floor commercial spaces.
Boutique townhouse development by Coff Property on an 1800 square metre site in the sought-after suburb of Elsternwick. The luxury residential project is in early planning stages and will feature contemporary townhouse design in a highly desirable location close to Elsternwick Village, train station, tram lines, shops, dining, and amenities.
Gamuda Land's Fareham is a sustainable boutique apartment development at 95 St Kilda Road, St Kilda. The project is under construction, has topped out, and is planned for completion in mid 2026.
A permit-approved luxury residential development featuring 10 townhouses designed by renowned Cera Stribley Architects on a 1,629sqm landholding. The site includes existing apartments providing holding income and offers high-profile frontage of over 32 metres to New Street.
Council-led upgrade of Selwyn Street into a pedestrian-focused cultural precinct connecting the Jewish Holocaust Museum, the future Jewish Arts Quarter and nearby venues. Works include slow-speed street treatments, wider footpaths, lighting, planting, public art and a central civic space for events.
Green House is a carbon-neutral commercial development combining a refurbished four-storey heritage building and a new seven-storey office tower connected by an elevated glass atrium.
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Estimated completion year of the 60 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 12, 2026 22, 2027 13, 2028 6, 2029 4, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1. 13 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 3.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 41st percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 5 | ABS building approvals | 12th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Ripponlea include: Coles Carlisle Street Precinct Development (Planning); The Avenue Children's Centre and Kindergarten Upgrade (Completed); 97 Alma Road by Neometro (Construction); Elwood Main Drain Duplication Project (Construction); and Metro Tunnel Network Upgrades - Sandringham, Werribee and Williamstown Cross-City Service (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Ripponlea spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, and Residential Development, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 30%, the suburb of Ripponlea demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Ripponlea, placing the area among the bottom 19% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Ripponlea area has seen 12 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Ripponlea's current population of 1,676 has been supported by 5 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Ripponlea's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 5, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Ripponlea has grown by approximately 3 people, while 24 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Ripponlea reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,676 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +9.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 5,864 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 1,532 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 144 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 0.29 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Ripponlea was estimated to be approximately 1,676 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 1,676 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Ripponlea has added approximately 144 people and shown a 9.40% increase from the 1,532 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Ripponlea is estimated at 5,779 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Ripponlea has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Ripponlea is driven by: Overseas migration (81.0%), Natural increase (19.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 81.0% of overall population gains.
Ripponlea hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 18th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 35.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 61.0% | 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 | 34 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 22.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Ripponlea at 34 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 34 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 34 years as at August 2026, Ripponlea is 3 years younger than the Greater Melbourne 2021 Census average (37 years) and 4 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 Ripponlea compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 22.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Ripponlea compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 5.2% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Ripponlea show significant variance compared to Greater Melbourne. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (22.2% vs 16.4%). The most under-represented age group is 75-84 year-olds (3.3% vs 5.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.4% of the population in the suburb of Ripponlea as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 10.0% of the population in the suburb of Ripponlea as at August 2026.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 72% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $65,243 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $88,830 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,023 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,190 | 2021 Census, weekly | 90th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 30.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,868 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 17.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Ripponlea is approximately $69,549. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $65,243.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Ripponlea is approximately $94,693. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $88,830.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Ripponlea is approximately $69,549 compared to $63,783 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,243 and $59,834 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Ripponlea is approximately $94,693 compared to $83,612 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $88,830 and $78,435 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Ripponlea's households (~32.8% / 222 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Ripponlea is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.8% of households. In comparison, Greater Melbourne's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.8% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Ripponlea is $2,023/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Ripponlea is $2,868/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Ripponlea is $1,190/wk.
The suburb of Ripponlea's income level is among the highest in Australia according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Ripponlea's median income among taxpayers is $65,243 and the average income stands at $88,830, which compares to figures for Greater Melbourne's of $59,834 and $78,435 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.6% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $69,549 (median) and $94,693 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Ripponlea is $7,314 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Ripponlea's disposable income is $7,314 compared to $6,948 for Greater Melbourne, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis indicates Ripponlea maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 83.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,125 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,345 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,178 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Ripponlea has approximately 1,125 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.5%. 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 Ripponlea stands at 4.5%, which is broadly in line with Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Ripponlea is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (15.3% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.2%), and education & training (13.0%). Other significant employers include retail trade and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Ripponlea has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Ripponlea is 83.7%, 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 Ripponlea shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 15.3% of the local workforce compared to 10.1% across Greater Melbourne. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Ripponlea'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 2.6% decline, ranking 28th out of 37 regions nationally.
Ripponlea 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 | 35.4% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 13.3% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 53.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 25.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
53.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Ripponlea have university qualifications, compared to 37.0% in Greater Melbourne.
25.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Ripponlea have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.2% in Greater Melbourne.
The suburb of Ripponlea 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 Ripponlea are: Bachelor Degree (35.4%), Postgraduate (13.3%), Certificate (11.8%).
31.0% of the population in the suburb of Ripponlea is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.9% in primary school, 5.5% in secondary school, 9.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
Ripponlea features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Melbourne.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 35.8% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 20.3% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.0% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 676 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 740 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 54.1% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.9 per family | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Ripponlea had 676 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 9.5% to an estimated 740 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Ripponlea is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Melbourne and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 54.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (35.8%), group households (9.8%), and other household types (0.3%).
Of the 366 family households, couples with children account for 20.3% of all households, couples without children at home 25.0%, and single parent families 7.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the suburb of Ripponlea shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 35.8% (versus 24.8% in Greater Melbourne). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 54.1% compared to 70.9% in Greater Melbourne. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Marriage patterns reveal 32.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 55.1% have never married. This compares to 47.0% married and 38.0% never married across Greater Melbourne.
Single-person households represent 35.8% of all households in the suburb of Ripponlea, higher than the average for Greater Melbourne of 24.8%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 9.8% of households, above the Greater Melbourne average of 4.3%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Ripponlea was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 31.2% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 25.1% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 74.9% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 82.0% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 68.8% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.4% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
Ripponlea was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 31.2% of its population born overseas and 25.1% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Ripponlea, at 27.3% of people, although more residents (53.2%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 13.5% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 1.0%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Ripponlea are English, comprising 22.9% of the population, Australian, comprising 17.4% of the population, and Other, comprising 13.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Hungarian is notably overrepresented at 2.2% of Ripponlea (vs 0.3% across Greater Melbourne), Polish at 1.8% (vs 0.8%) and Russian at 1.3% (vs 0.4%).
31.2% of the suburb of Ripponlea population was born overseas, compared to 37.3% across Greater Melbourne.
25.1% of the population in the suburb of Ripponlea speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 35.9% in Greater Melbourne.
0.4% of the suburb of Ripponlea population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 0.5% in Greater Melbourne.
82.0% of the suburb of Ripponlea population holds citizenship, compared to 81.1% in Greater Melbourne.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Ripponlea features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Melbourne.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 48.1% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 21.3% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 64.6% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,085 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 70th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 30.6% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 14.7% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $391 | 2021 Census, weekly | 59th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 36th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 48th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.0 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Ripponlea, 21.3% of homes are owned outright, 30.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 48.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 20.7% of dwellings in the suburb of Ripponlea are houses.
In the suburb of Ripponlea, 64.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 14.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Ripponlea stands at 21.3%, compared to 30.7% in Greater Melbourne.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Ripponlea is $2,085, compared to $2,000 in Greater Melbourne.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Ripponlea is $1,452, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Ripponlea, households with mortgages typically spend 23.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Ripponlea is 1.0, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Ripponlea shows mortgage holders spending 23.8% of income on repayments (vs 24.3% in Greater Melbourne), while renters spend 19.3% of income on rent (vs 20.5% in Greater Melbourne).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Ripponlea consists of 20.7% detached houses, 14.7% semi-detached dwellings, 64.6% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Ripponlea consumes approximately 16.6% of median household income ($8,760 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Ripponlea show attached dwellings contributing 100% of approvals compared to 79% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 0% of applications versus 21% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Ripponlea is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Ripponlea's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 60.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 79th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 74.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.3% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.1% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
Around 60.4% of people in the suburb of Ripponlea are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.5% in Greater Melbourne.
In the suburb of Ripponlea, 2.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.5% of people in Greater Melbourne require similar assistance.
8.3% of people in the suburb of Ripponlea are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.3% of the population across Greater Melbourne is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.0% of the suburb of Ripponlea population, while in Greater Melbourne, 4.1% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.7% of people in the suburb of Ripponlea have heart disease. Across Greater Melbourne,3.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Ripponlea, 60.4% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Melbourne sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.5%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 96 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 96th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 14 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 14th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,264 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 54th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 133 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 4 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 48.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 14 public transport stops within the suburb of Ripponlea.
The suburb of Ripponlea has 2,264 weekly trips across 4 routes, averaging 323 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 88 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest GP is 302 m away and the nearest pharmacy 314 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 14 stops nearby, 2,264 weekly trips, access rating 96 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 81 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 81st percentile nationally |
| Nearest GP | 302 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 314 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 348 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 364 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 616 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 727 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 924 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Ripponlea, placing the area among the bottom 19% of areas assessed nationally.
Ripponlea has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 14% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Ripponlea is $544 a week for the 12 months to Sep 2025.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Ripponlea reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Ripponlea hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 72% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis indicates Ripponlea maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks.
Ripponlea demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Ripponlea features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Melbourne.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Ripponlea was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Ripponlea features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Melbourne.
Ripponlea's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Ripponlea has an estimated 1,676 residents, up 9.4% since the 2021 Census, with 118 projects tracked in the area around Ripponlea.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 15 Oct 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 Ripponlea.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2025, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 15 Oct 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 (SAL22179). 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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Ripponlea 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 Ripponlea 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.
