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 Feb 2026, the estimated population of Somers is around 1,797, a decrease of 60 people (3.2%) since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 1,857. This estimate is based on AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and examination of ABS' ERP data release from June 2024, indicating a resident population of 1,786. This results in a density ratio of 120 persons per square kilometer. 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 a base year of 2022, and VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023 with adjustments made employing weighted aggregation for areas not covered by ABS data.

Applying growth rates by age group across all areas, the suburb is projected to expand by 350 persons to 2041, reflecting an 18.9% increase over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Somers had virtually no dwelling approvals in recent years. Over the past five financial years, FY21 to FY25, an estimated three homes were approved. In FY26 so far, zero approvals have been recorded.

This results in an average of 14 people moving to the area for each dwelling built over these five years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Somers has significantly lower construction levels, with a reduction of 94.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity of new dwellings typically increases demand and prices for existing properties. However, building activity has accelerated in recent years. Nationally, Somers' construction level is also lower, indicating market maturity and possible development constraints.

Somers has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 49thth percentile nationally

Area infrastructure significantly impacts local performance. AreaSearch identified 0 relevant projects. Notable initiatives include Mornington Peninsula Residential Development Program, Western Port Marine Infrastructure, Stony Point Line Service Improvements, and Housing for the Peninsula (Amendment C219morn).

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The labour market in Somers demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia

Somers has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, and there was a 2.7% employment growth over the past year (AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data). As of December 2025910 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.3% lower than Greater Melbourne's 4.8%.

Workforce participation in Somers is 60.6%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 71.3%. According to Census responses, 32.9% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Somers shows strong specialization in education & training (employment share is 1.5 times the regional level), but transport, postal & warehousing employs only 2.3% of local workers compared to Greater Melbourne's 5.2%.

Many residents may commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 2.7%, while the labour force grew by 1.9%, leading to a 0.7 percentage point decrease in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 2.4% and labour force growth of 2.8%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (May-25) project national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between sectors. Applying these projections to Somers's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.

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

The suburb of Somers had a median taxpayer income of $57,127 and an average income of $79,627 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. This is notably high compared to national figures, with Greater Melbourne's median income being $57,688 and average income at $75,164 during the same period. Based on a Wage Price Index growth rate of 8.25% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $61,840 (median) and $86,196 (average). According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Somers clustered around the 61st percentile nationally. The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 dominated with 31.5% of residents (566 people), which is consistent with broader trends across the area showing 32.8% in the same category. After housing costs, residents retained 90.1% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 8th decile.

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

Somers' latest Census data showed 94.8% houses and 5.2% other dwellings, compared to Melbourne metro's 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Somers was 59.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 28.0% and rented at 12.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, higher than Melbourne metro's $2,000. Median weekly rent in Somers was $391, similar to Melbourne metro's $390. Nationally, Somers' mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,167 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were higher at $391 compared to the national figure of $375.

Somers has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 74.6% of all households, consisting of 28.8% couples with children, 37.7% couples without children, and 7.1% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 25.4%, with lone person households at 25.1% and group households making up 0.7% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

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

Somers' educational attainment exceeds broader benchmarks significantly; 41.5% of residents aged 15+ have university qualifications compared to the SA4 region's 23.5% and the SA3 area's 25.0%. The area's strongest educational advantage lies in its high proportion of residents with bachelor degrees (26.2%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (10.1%) and graduate diplomas (5.2%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 34.3% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications: advanced diplomas account for 15.5%, while certificates make up 18.8%. Educational participation is notably high in Somers, with 27.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 10.3% in primary education, 8.7% in secondary education, and 3.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis indicates 23 active transport stops operating within Somers. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, collectively providing 86 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 233 meters from the nearest stop. As primarily residential, most residents commute outward. Car remains dominant at 92%, with 6% walking. Vehicle ownership averages 1.7 per dwelling, above regional average.

High 32.9% of residents work from home (2021 Census). Service frequency averages 12 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 3 weekly trips per stop.

Somers's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Somers' health outcomes data shows excellent results based on AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were very low across all age groups. Private health cover was found to be high at approximately 58% of Somers' total population (around 1,046 people). The most prevalent medical conditions were arthritis, affecting 10.1% of residents, and mental health issues, impacting 7.4%. Notably, 67.1% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Health outcomes for the under-65 population were better than average. Somers has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 35.6% (639 people) compared to Greater Melbourne's 15.1%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Somers are strong and align with national rankings for the general population.

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

Somers, surveyed in June 2016, had a predominantly Australian-born population with 83.3% born there. Citizenship was high at 89.4%, and English-only speakers were 96.9%. Christianity was the primary religion, comprising 37.3%.

However, Judaism, at 0.2%, was overrepresented compared to Greater Melbourne's 1.0%. In terms of ancestry, Somers had notably higher percentages of English (33.6%), Australian (27.4%), and Irish (11.3%) than regional averages. Other ethnic groups with notable divergences were Scottish at 11.0%, Hungarian at 0.4%, and Dutch at 1.9%.

Somers ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Somers's median age is 54 years, which is significantly older than Greater Melbourne's median age of 37 years and higher than the Australian median age of 38 years. The age profile shows that the 65-74 year-old group constitutes 19.7% of the population, while the 25-34 year-old group makes up only 3.1%. Post-2021 Census data indicates that the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 9.5% to 12.7%, and the 85+ cohort has increased from 1.9% to 3.2%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 year-old cohort has declined from 5.5% to 3.1%. Demographic modeling suggests that Somers's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to grow steadily, increasing by 109 people (48%) from 228 to 338. Senior residents aged 65 and above will drive 76% of population growth, underscoring demographic aging trends. Meanwhile, both the 25 to 34 year-old and 0 to 4 age groups are projected to decrease in numbers.