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Rosedale (Vic.) has an estimated 1,770 residents, up from 1,729 at the 2021 Census — a change of 41 people, or 2.4%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years, slower than 78% of areas nationally. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. 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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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of regional ABS updates alongside post-Census validated addresses, the suburb of Rosedale (Vic.) has a population of approximately 1,770 as of Aug 2026. This indicates an expansion of 41 residents (2.4%) relative to the 1,729 people recorded in the 2021 Census. Such figures are drawn from an estimated resident population of 1,759 identified by AreaSearch following the ABS ERP release in June 2025, coupled with 38 newly validated addresses added after the Census. Consequently, population density stands at 8.7 persons per square kilometer, ensuring spacious living environments.
With its 2.4% post-census gain, the suburb of Rosedale (Vic.) trails Rest of Vic. (4.4%) by only 2.0 percentage points, highlighting solid local momentum. The primary catalyst for demographic expansion has been natural increase, which generated roughly 53.0% of recent population gains. Projections for the suburb of Rosedale (Vic.) utilise 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia datasets using 2022 as their starting point, with any unrepresented SA2 sections supplemented by 2023 Victorian State Government LGA/regional models weighted and aggregated to the SA2 tier. Age-specific trajectory rates from these aggregated models are likewise incorporated across 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, long-term projections place the area in the upper quartile of non-metro districts nationwide, anticipating an increase of 381 persons by 2041 through aggregated SA2 modelling, representing an overall expansion of 20.9% across the 16-year timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
25 new dwellings have been approved in Rosedale (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 5 a year. That is 2.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 8, running ahead of 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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AreaSearch's compilation of ABS building approval records indicates that annual residential approvals have averaged roughly 5 homes locally, totaling approximately 25 dwelling approvals over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), with 8 recorded to date in FY-25. Over this same 5-year span (between FY-21 and FY-25), an influx of 1.6 new residents per approved dwelling suggests balanced supply and demand conditions, with typical construction values averaging $468,000 per home. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $9.4 million have been documented during the current financial year, highlighting solid non-residential building investment.
Per-capita building volume sits at roughly 57% of the level observed across Rest of Vic., positioning the community in the 53rd percentile across the country despite a recent acceleration in building activity. This below-average national standing points to a mature local environment and potential planning bottlenecks. Construction remains exclusively focused on single detached dwellings, maintaining low-density living arrangements favored by buyers seeking land and open space. Overall, the ratio of roughly 267 people per dwelling approval confirms the low-density nature of the local market. Projections indicate an influx of 370 new inhabitants through to 2041, based on the newest quarterly figures from AreaSearch. If residential construction continues at its current pace, additions to housing stock may lag behind population growth, which could intensify competition among purchasers and place upward pressure on values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Rosedale (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 63 current infrastructure and development projects close to Rosedale (Vic.), worth an estimated $10.3 billion. 24 are already under construction and 28 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and energy. 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 investment and strategic town planning exert significant influence over regional performance, with AreaSearch cataloguing 1 primary project anticipated to affect the district. Notable undertakings include the Princes Highway East Duplication Traralgon to Sale, Regional Housing Fund Gippsland, Gippsland Digital Infrastructure Upgrade, and TAFE Gippsland Port of Sale Campus, with key details summarized below.
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Coles Traralgon Village
$27 million retail development featuring Coles supermarket, Liquorland, specialty retailers, pharmacy, cafe, and childcare centre with 225 car spaces including covered and 4 electric charging bays. Features 565 solar panels providing approximately 24.4% of the supermarket's energy needs, and sustainable car park using TonerPlas from recycled materials.
Ellavale East Estate
33-hectare residential development offering 323 homes designed with space and comfort in mind. Located in Traralgon East as part of the Gippsland Regional Growth Area, featuring modern infrastructure including roads, utilities, and recreational facilities with convenient access to schools and amenities.
South East Traralgon Precinct Structure Plan
A 187 hectare precinct structure plan to guide the long-term development of Traralgon's south-east growth area. The draft Precinct Structure Plan, Development Contributions Plan and Native Vegetation Precinct Plan are complete, however implementation remains subject to Ministerial authorisation following ongoing State Government consideration of geotechnical and mine rehabilitation issues. A March 2026 Council report confirmed the project remains delayed while awaiting a response from the Minister for Energy and Planning on the outstanding geotechnical matters before a planning scheme amendment can proceed.
Cross's Road Development Plan
Comprehensive residential development plan for the Cross's Road corridor in Morwell, designed to accommodate approximately 700 new housing lots. Features sustainable housing designs, community spaces, commercial zones, infrastructure upgrades, and integration with existing infrastructure. Bounded by Tyers Road, Cross's Road, Riverslea Estate, and Latrobe River floodplain, with integrated transport and community facilities to support sustainable urban growth.
Banksia Ridge Estate
Premium residential estate in the West End of Traralgon featuring elevated house sites with panoramic rural views and quality infrastructure. Large lots ranging from 942 to 1663 square meters, designed with environmental sustainability principles and close proximity to recreational facilities, schools, and sports facilities. Final stage 6 selling with lots fully titled and ready for immediate construction.
Silverwood Estate
Traralgon's premium new residential development spanning 28.72 hectares offering 276 homes with land sizes ranging from 500-834 square meters. Features house and land packages with proximity to new Coles supermarket and recreational facilities.
Connecting Traralgon, Morwell and surrounding towns water
A series of major infrastructure projects to strengthen the water supply for Traralgon, Morwell, and surrounding towns to cater for future growth.
The Rise Estate
The Rise is a masterplanned residential estate spanning approximately 29 hectares on Traralgon's north side, part of the broader Traralgon North Development Plan. The estate offers a range of lot sizes across multiple release stages, with land titled and house construction underway. Residents have access to parklands, wetlands and the local rail trail, and a Coles-anchored shopping precinct has been established within the wider development area. The project supports continued population growth in Traralgon North, with further stage releases ongoing.
794 residents of Rosedale (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 837. Unemployment sits at 5.1%, with participation at 56.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,508, about 85% 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 local workforce displays an even distribution between blue-collar and white-collar roles, anchored by strong representation in essential industries, an unemployment rate of 5.1%, and an estimated annual job growth rate of 3.4% according to AreaSearch statistical aggregations. By March 2026, employed residents numbered 794, while unemployment exceeded the 3.7% recorded across Regional Vic. by 1.5%. Labor force participation stood at 56.4%, tracking below the regional benchmark of 61.1%. Additionally, only 11.9% of workers performed their duties from home at the Census, a figure potentially influenced by pandemic restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.
The community demonstrates a notable concentration in public administration & safety, where representation is 1.5 times the regional norm. Conversely, education & training accounts for only 6.5% of employment compared to 9.1% across the broader region. Discrepancies between resident counts and local working numbers suggest a limited volume of jobs situated within the immediate area. During the twelve months leading to March 2026, aggregated ABS and SALM figures processed by AreaSearch show that local employment expanded by 3.4% while the workforce grew by 2.6%, reducing the jobless rate by 0.7 percentage points. Across Regional Vic., by contrast, employment contracted by 0.1%, the workforce decreased by 0.3%, and unemployment dropped by 0.2 percentage points. Forward-looking national forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 project employment to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though industry variations exist. When these sectoral trends are mapped onto the local industrial profile, employment is estimated to rise by 5.8% over five years and 12.5% over ten years (calculated via simple weighting for illustration without incorporating local demographic forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Rosedale (Vic.) is $1,224 a week (about $64,000 a year), with median personal income at $620 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $39,483 a year against an average of $47,861. 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 ATO records gathered by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, local income metrics trail nationwide figures. Median taxable earnings reached $39,483 while average earnings were $47,861, compared to $50,954 and $62,728 across Regional Vic.. Factoring in Wage Price Index expansion of 9.62% from financial year 2023, updated estimates reach roughly $43,281 for median income and $52,465 for average income by March 2026. Across personal, family, and household levels, Census earnings sit between the 14th and 15th percentiles nationally. The $1,500 - 2,999 weekly earnings bracket encompasses 27.9% of residents (493 people), aligning with the broader regional proportion of 30.3%.
Despite retaining 87.3% of income after housing expenses, overall disposable income ranks in the 19th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Rosedale (Vic.) had 675 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 0% apartments. 41% are owned with a mortgage, 17% rented and 42% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $250 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,200 a month. Rent absorbs 20.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, separate houses made up 96.1% of the local dwelling stock, while semi-detached homes, units, and other property types comprised 3.8%, compared to 90.1% and 9.9% across Regional Vic.. Full home ownership matched the wider regional rate of 42.2%, with remaining properties distributed between mortgaged tenures (41.0%) and private rentals (16.8%). Typical monthly mortgage costs were $1,200, below the regional median of $1,430 and substantially less than the Australian benchmark of $1,863. Median weekly rents stood at $250, compared with $285 in Regional Vic. and $375 across Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Rosedale (Vic.) counted 675 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 31% couples without children. 29% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute 67.7% of local households, consisting of couples with children (25.1%), couples without offspring (30.8%), and single-parent homes (10.9%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 32.3%, split between single-person dwellings at 29.4% and group households at 2.8%. The typical household accommodates 2.3 people, slightly below the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
11.7% of adults in Rosedale (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 7.7% with a bachelor degree and 1.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 38.4% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 95 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 963 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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Higher education qualifications remain an area for improvement, as tertiary completion among residents (11.7%) sits well beneath the broader state level of 33.4%, highlighting a target for educational engagement. Bachelor qualifications represent 7.7% of the populace, followed by graduate diplomas at 2.4% and postgraduate degrees at 1.6%. Technical and vocational training is strongly represented, with 46.8% of individuals aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including certificates (38.4%) and advanced diplomas (8.4%). A substantial 27.7% of the population is actively engaged in studies. This student cohort includes 9.4% attending primary school, 8.8% in secondary education, and 3.1% enrolled in higher education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Rosedale (Vic.) means driving: households keep an average of 1.8 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit infrastructure in the locality comprises 3 operational stops providing rail connectivity. These facilities are served by 5 distinct routes that offer a total of 73 weekly transit trips. Access to public transit is moderate, with typical dwellings situated 549 meters from the closest stop. Due to its residential character, outward travel dominates local commuting, with private motor vehicles representing 92% of travel journeys. Vehicle access is robust at 1.8 cars per household, exceeding regional norms, while 11.9% of residents commuted from home based on 2021 Census records during pandemic conditions.
Transit schedules provide a daily average of 10 departures across the route network, translating to roughly 24 weekly services at each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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57.9% of residents in Rosedale (Vic.) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 84% of areas nationally. 7.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 45.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.5 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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AreaSearch evaluations of chronic conditions and mortality statistics indicate notable health difficulties locally, with widespread medical challenges across younger and older demographics alike. Private health insurance coverage is notably restricted, encompassing approximately 46% of the population (~811 people), which trails both the Regional Vic. level of 50.5% and the Australian standard of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent ailments, diagnosed in 11.1% and 10.5% of residents respectively, while 57.9% reported no long-term medical conditions compared to 63.4% regionally. Elevated rates of chronic illness affect the working-age cohort, while seniors aged 65 and over make up 25.8% of the community (456 people), surpassing the 24.0% regional share.
Health indicators among older residents present difficulties, tracking broadly in line with overall national percentiles.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Rosedale (Vic.) is largely Australian-born, at 90.8% of residents, with 2.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (34.7%) and English (34.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural homogeneity is prominent throughout the community, with 87.9% holding citizenship, 90.8% born within Australia, and 97.1% communicating solely in English in the household. Christianity represents the primary faith, accounting for 45.7% of the population. Judaism shows an apparent overrepresentation, with no recorded adherents locally compared to 0.1% across Regional Vic.. Regarding ancestral heritage, the three most common backgrounds are Australian (34.7%, notably exceeding the 29.6% regional benchmark), English (34.0%), and Scottish (8.8%). Divergences appear among other ancestral origins, with Dutch ancestry accounting for 2.4% locally (versus 1.7% regionally), Russian representing 0.4% (versus 0.1%), and Maltese comprising 0.6% (versus 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Rosedale (Vic.) is 46, older than 80% of areas nationally. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 17.9% 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 local age profile leans toward mature families and older demographics. Residents aged 45 - 64 make up 29.4% of the population as at August 2026, compared to 24.4% in Regional Vic., while younger cohorts aged 0 - 24 represent 24.1% against 28.5% regionally. The estimated median age reached 46 as at August 2026, rising from 45 in the 2021 Census, where it sat above both the regional median of 43 and the national figure of 38. The most significant shift since the Census occurred among individuals aged 65+, expanding from 23.3% to an estimated 25.8%.
Projections indicate that the 45 - 64 demographic will capture the majority of future growth, expanding by 160 residents (31%) to total 680 by 2041.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Rosedale (Vic.)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 5 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 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 38 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (1,729 at the 2021 Census → 1,770 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 Aug 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 (SAL22199). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.