Somers

Somers lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of Nov 2025, Somers' estimated population is around 1,792, a decrease of 65 people (3.5%) from the 2021 Census figure of 1,857. This change is inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 1,785, based on latest ERP data release by ABS in June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 120 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, Somers (SA2) has shown resilient growth with a 1.2% compound annual growth rate, outpacing its SA3 area. Overseas migration contributed approximately 55% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with base year 2022.

For areas not covered, it utilises VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023 with adjustments made employing weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead, the area is projected to have above median population growth, increasing by 377 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total gain of 27%.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Somers according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Somers has had minimal residential development with just two approvals over the five years from 2016 to 2021. Despite its established nature, the area has seen virtually no new residential development during this period. This limited supply of new housing typically supports values for existing properties, reflecting factors such as planning constraints or limited market activity relative to Greater Melbourne.

Somers has significantly less development activity compared to Greater Melbourne. The scarcity of new homes typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties in the area. However, construction activity has intensified recently, reaching levels similar to the national average, indicating potential changes in planning limitations.

Somers has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

No changes can significantly affect a region's performance like alterations to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. Zero projects have been identified by AreaSearch that could potentially impact this area. Notable projects include Mornington Peninsula Residential Development Program, Western Port Marine Infrastructure, Stony Point Line Service Improvements, and Housing for the Peninsula (Amendment C219morn). The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Somers maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Somers has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 3.4% as of the past year, with estimated employment growth at 2.8%.

As of September 2025907 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.3% lower than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.7%. Workforce participation in Somers lags behind Greater Melbourne at 53.9% compared to 64.1%. The dominant employment sectors among Somers residents include health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Notably, education & training has a high concentration with employment levels at 1.5 times the regional average.

Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing shows lower representation at 2.3% compared to the regional average of 5.2%. While local employment opportunities exist in Somers, many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census working population data. In the past year, employment increased by 2.8% alongside labour force growth of 2.6%, resulting in a unemployment rate decrease of 0.2 percentage points. Meanwhile, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 3.0% and labour force growth of 3.3%, with an unemployment rate increase of 0.3 percentage points. State-level data to 25-Nov shows VIC employment grew by 1.13% year-on-year, adding 41,950 jobs, with the state unemployment rate at 4.7%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest Somers' employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years based on industry-specific projections applied to Somers' employment mix.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

The median taxpayer income in Somers is $57,127, with an average of $79,627, based on the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. Nationally, this is extremely high, contrasting with Greater Melbourne's median income of $57,688 and average income of $75,164. As of September 2025, current estimates would be approximately $61,840 (median) and $86,196 (average), accounting for Wage Price Index growth of 8.25% since the financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census figures, incomes in Somers cluster around the 61st percentile nationally. Income analysis reveals that 31.5% of the population (564 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region showing 32.8% in the same category. After housing costs, residents retain 90.1% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Somers is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Somers, as per the latest Census, 94.8% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 5.2% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This contrasts with Melbourne metro's 85.5% houses and 14.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Somers stood at 59.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 28.0% and rented ones at 12.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, higher than Melbourne metro's $1,989. The median weekly rent was $391 compared to Melbourne metro's $380. Nationally, Somers' mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were above the national figure of $375.

Somers has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 74.6% of all households, including 28.8% couples with children, 37.7% couples without children, and 7.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 25.4%, with lone person households at 25.1% and group households comprising 0.7%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the Greater Melbourne average.

Somers shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Somers has a higher educational attainment than broader benchmarks. Specifically, 41.5% of residents aged 15 and above hold university qualifications, compared to 23.5% in the SA4 region and 25.0% in the SA3 area. This is largely due to Bachelor degrees, which are held by 26.2% of residents. Postgraduate qualifications and graduate diplomas follow at 10.1% and 5.2%, respectively.

Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 34.3% of residents aged 15 and above holding them. This includes advanced diplomas (15.5%) and certificates (18.8%). Educational participation is high, with 27.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (10.3%), secondary education (8.7%), and tertiary education (3.8%).

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

Somers has 23 operational public transport stops, serving a variety of bus routes. These stops are collectively responsible for 86 weekly passenger trips. The average distance from residents to the nearest stop is 233 meters, indicating good accessibility.

Service frequency averages 12 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 3 weekly trips per individual stop.

Somers's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Somers's health metrics are close to national benchmarks, with common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts at a fairly standard level.

Approximately 58% of the total population (~1,043 people) has private health cover, which is very high. The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 10.1 and 7.4% of residents respectively. 67.1% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.9% across Greater Melbourne. 33.4% of residents are aged 65 and over (598 people), which is higher than the 29.9% in Greater Melbourne. Health outcomes among seniors in Somers are particularly strong, performing better than the general population in health metrics.

Somers is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Somers had a cultural diversity below average, with 83.3% of its population born in Australia, 89.4% being citizens, and 96.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion, comprising 37.3% of Somers' population. Judaism, however, showed overrepresentation at 0.2%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 0.2%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (33.6%), Australian (27.4%), and Irish (11.3%). Scottish (11.0% vs regional 9.0%) and Hungarian (0.4% vs regional 0.3%) were notably overrepresented, while Dutch showed slight overrepresentation at 1.9% (vs regional 1.8%).

Somers ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Somers's median age is 53 years, significantly higher than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 and the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 65-74 are particularly prominent, making up 19.3% of the population, compared to 9.4% nationally. Meanwhile, the 25-34 age group is smaller at 3.1%, compared to Greater Melbourne's figure. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has grown from 9.5% to 11.3%. Conversely, the 25-34 age group has decreased from 5.5% to 3.1%, and the 5-14 age group has dropped from 11.9% to 10.7%. By 2041, Somers is expected to see significant shifts in its age composition. The 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 73%, reaching 351 people from 202. The aging population trend is clear, with those aged 65 and above comprising 74% of the projected growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 25-34 and 0-4 age groups.