Seddon (Vic.)

An assessment of population growth drivers in Seddon reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Seddon (Vic.) is around 5,458. This figure reflects an increase of 315 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,143. The latest estimate by AreaSearch, based on examination of ERP data released by the ABS in June 2024 and validation of new addresses, is 5,451. This results in a population density ratio of 5,932 persons per square kilometer, placing Seddon in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 73.0% to recent population gains in the suburb.

AreaSearch projections for Seddon are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia figures released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and adjustments made using VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023. By 2041, the suburb is projected to expand by 1,012 persons, reflecting an increase of 18.4% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Seddon among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Seddon recorded approximately 91 residential properties approved annually over the past five financial years ending June 2021, totalling an estimated 458 homes. As of FY-26, six approvals have been granted. The population has declined in recent years, yet housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, maintaining a balanced market with good buyer choice. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $588,000, indicating developers target the premium market segment.

In FY-26, commercial approvals reached $35.7 million, demonstrating strong commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Seddon shows moderately higher new home approvals (48.0% above regional average per person over the five-year period), preserving reasonable buyer options while sustaining existing property demand. This activity is significantly above the national average, suggesting robust developer interest in the area. New development consists of 5.0% detached houses and 95.0% attached dwellings, offering affordable entry pathways and attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers, marking a significant shift from existing housing patterns (currently 67.0% houses). The location has approximately 28 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low-density market. Population forecasts suggest Seddon will gain 1,005 residents by 2041.

With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Seddon has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 12 projects likely impacting the area. Notable projects include Yarraville Green, Kinnear's Precinct (Live City), Joseph Road Precinct, and Bradmill Yarraville. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Seddon demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Seddon has a highly educated workforce with notable representation in the technology sector. Its unemployment rate was 3.4% as of December 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 3.8% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of that date, 3698 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.3% below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%.

Workforce participation was at 82.8%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 71.3%. Census responses indicated that 53.9% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment among residents is concentrated in professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training sectors. The area has a particular employment specialization in professional & technical services, with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level.

Conversely, construction employs only 6.0% of local workers, compared to Greater Melbourne's 9.7%. Over the year to December 2025, employment increased by 3.8%, while labour force grew by 4.3%, resulting in a rise in unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.4%, labour force grow by 2.8%, and unemployment increase by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Seddon. These projections estimate that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Seddon's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, though these are simple weighting extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

The suburb of Seddon has an income level above the national average, according to the latest Australian Taxation Office data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Seddon is $58,426, with an average income of $70,747. These figures compare to those for Greater Melbourne, which are $57,688 and $75,164 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.25% since the financial year 2023, current estimates suggest a median income of approximately $63,246 and an average income of $76,584 as of September 2025. Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Seddon all rank highly nationally, between the 90th and 94th percentiles. The earnings profile shows that 27.6% of the population (1,506 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, similar to the regional figure of 32.8%. Notably, 42.8% of residents earn above $3,000 per week, indicating strong economic capacity throughout Seddon. Despite high housing costs consuming 16.2% of income, strong earnings place disposable income at the 89th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Seddon displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Seddon, as per the latest Census, consisted of 67.4% houses and 32.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Melbourne metro's 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Seddon was at 23.2%, with the rest of dwellings either mortgaged (36.7%) or rented (40.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,551, higher than Melbourne metro's average of $2,000. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $460, compared to Melbourne metro's $390. Nationally, Seddon's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Seddon features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 67.2% of all households, including 29.6% couples with children, 27.3% couples without children, and 7.5% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 32.8%, with lone person households at 25.4% and group households comprising 7.2%. The median household size is 2.4 people, smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

Seddon demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Seddon's educational attainment is notably higher than broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15 and above, 53.3% hold university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and the SA4 region's 32.0%. This high level of educational attainment positions Seddon favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 32.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (14.1%) and graduate diplomas (6.4%).

Vocational pathways account for 20.9% of qualifications among those aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 9.3% and certificates at 11.6%. Educational participation is high in Seddon, with 27.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.1% in primary education, 7.2% in tertiary education, and 4.4% pursuing secondary education.

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

Seddon has 20 operational public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by nine different routes that collectively facilitate 3,473 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically residing 126 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential zone, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation at 63%, followed by trains at 21% and walking at 6%. On average, there are 0.8 vehicles per dwelling, below the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, a high proportion of residents work from home, with 53.9% doing so, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 496 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 173 weekly trips per stop.

The level of general health in Seddon is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Seddon demonstrates above-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Both young and old age cohorts show low prevalence of common health conditions. Approximately 55% (~2,989 people) of the total population has private health cover. The most common medical conditions are mental health issues (10.5%) and asthma (8.8%). About 71.7% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 10.5% (573 people) of residents aged 65 and over, lower than Greater Melbourne's 15.1%. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Seddon was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Seddon's population shows higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 27.5% born overseas and 22.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Seddon, accounting for 29.3%. Buddhism, however, is more prevalent in Seddon at 4.8%, compared to 4.2% across Greater Melbourne.

The top three ancestral groups based on parental birth are English (23.2%), Australian (20.1%), and Irish (10.8%). Notably, Macedonian (1.7%) is overrepresented in Seddon compared to the regional average of 0.7%. Similarly, Vietnamese (3.5%) and Welsh (0.8%) are also more prevalent than their respective regional averages of 1.9% and 0.4%.

Seddon's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Seddon's median age is nearly 36 years, close to Greater Melbourne's average of 37 and slightly below Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Seddon has a higher percentage of residents aged 35-44 (19.8%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (9.3%). This concentration of 35-44 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.3%. Between the 2021 Census and present, the population aged 15 to 24 has grown from 8.0% to 10.4%, while the 65 to 74 age group increased from 5.2% to 6.5%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age group has decreased from 10.9% to 9.3%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Seddon's age profile will change significantly. The 55 to 64 cohort is projected to grow by 43%, adding 259 residents to reach a total of 860. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 age group is expected to decrease by 21 residents.