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Population
St Albans Park is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends
The population of St Albans Park was estimated at 4,747 as of May 2026, a decrease of 195 people from the 2021 Census figure of 4,942. This decrease is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population as 4,737, based on ABS ERP data released in June 2025 and validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density was 1,492 persons per square kilometer, above national averages assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration primarily drove population growth in recent periods. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.
For areas not covered, VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023 are used, adjusted via weighted aggregation to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for 2032 to 2041. By 2041, the suburb is projected to increase by 570 persons, reflecting an 11.8% total gain over 16 years, based on aggregated SA2-level projections indicating above median growth in regional areas nationally.
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Development
The level of residential development activity in St Albans Park is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch
St Albans Park has seen minimal development activity, averaging two approvals per year over five years (13 approvals). This is typical of rural areas with modest housing needs. The low approval numbers mean yearly growth figures can vary significantly based on individual projects.
Development levels in St Albans Park are notably lower than those in the rest of Victoria and below national averages. Recent construction consists equally of detached dwellings (50%) and attached dwellings (50%), indicating a shift towards denser development to cater to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. This trend differs from the area's current housing composition, which is predominantly houses (86%). St Albans Park has around 2410 people per dwelling approval, reflecting a mature market. By 2041, the population is projected to grow by 560 residents. At current development rates, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price increases.
Looking ahead, St Albans Park is expected to grow by 560 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.
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Infrastructure
St Albans Park has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally
Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified four projects that could impact this region. Major initiatives include the Geelong Ring Road Extension (Bellarine Link), Aldershot Reserve Improvements, Whittington Family and Community Hub, and the Geelong Renewable Energy Zone. The following list details those most relevant.
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Northern and Western Geelong Growth Areas
The largest greenfield urban growth project in regional Victoria, spanning approximately 5,500 hectares across the Northern (Lovely Banks) and Western (Batesford/Fyansford) corridors. Designed to accommodate 110,000 new residents across approximately 40,000 dwellings. Four Precinct Structure Plans (PSPs) are in active preparation. Amendment C450ggee (Creamery Road PSP) completed public exhibition from 18 December 2025 to 9 February 2026 following Ministerial consent on 8 December 2025; the Standing Advisory Committee will conduct a Referral 2 hearing before the amendment can be adopted. The Elcho Road East PSP is progressing despite topographic and biodiversity challenges. Medium-term precincts (Batesford North, Elcho Road West and Heales Road West) are advancing technical studies. A revised Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Strategic Assessment underwent public exhibition in November-December 2025, with Council and Federal Minister endorsement expected in 2026.
South Geelong to Waurn Ponds Duplication (Geelong Line Upgrade)
The South Geelong to Waurn Ponds Duplication project duplicated 8km of track, upgraded South Geelong and Marshall stations, and rebuilt the Waurn Ponds station precinct. Key works included removing level crossings at Fyans Street and Surf Coast Highway with elevated rail bridges, upgrading signalling, and adding 500+ car spaces. The project also delivered 5km of shared user paths and 10 hectares of native landscaping. These upgrades enable 10-minute peak frequency and extra services for Marshall and Waurn Ponds. Major construction finished in August 2024, with services fully resumed.
University Hospital Geelong Children's Emergency Department
A $20 million dedicated paediatric emergency department at University Hospital Geelong. The facility features 28 dedicated treatment spaces, including two fast-track and eight short-stay beds. It includes a separate paediatric triage system, dedicated waiting and play areas, and a calming design intended to reduce anxiety for children and families. The project was delivered by the Victorian Health Building Authority in partnership with Barwon Health and Kane Constructions.
Geelong Line Upgrade
A staged upgrade of the Geelong Line, Victoria's busiest regional passenger rail corridor, jointly funded by the Australian and Victorian Governments at a total cost of around 933.6 million dollars. Major works completed in late 2024 included the South Geelong to Waurn Ponds Duplication of around 8km of track, the rebuilding of South Geelong and Marshall stations with new buildings, second platforms and accessible overpasses, the removal of two level crossings at Fyans Street and Surf Coast Highway via elevated rail bridges, signalling upgrades, more than 5km of new shared walking and cycling paths, and the new Waurn Ponds train maintenance and stabling facility. The duplication has enabled five peak and three off-peak services per hour to Marshall and Waurn Ponds. A Stage 3 business case examining further upgrades to the 400m Geelong rail tunnel and the Barwon River rail bridge was due for completion in early 2026. The earlier Geelong Fast Rail proposal, which targeted a 50-minute Melbourne-Geelong journey, had its federal funding withdrawn in late 2023 and is not part of the delivered scope.
Marshall Precinct Structure Plan
The Marshall Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) is a transit-oriented development covering 123 hectares around the Marshall Railway Station. Formally completed with ministerial gazettal in December 2025, the plan facilitates approximately 1,660 new dwellings to house 4,000-5,000 residents. Key features include a 4.56-hectare town centre, affordable housing contributions, extensive open space, and protection of native Bellarine yellow gums. The project transforms underpopulated rural living land into a high-density residential and mixed-use hub within the Armstrong Creek growth corridor.
Whittington Family and Community Hub
A proposed multi-purpose community hub at Whittington Link to replace aging facilities and integrate early childhood education, maternal and child health services, neighbourhood house programs (Bellarine Living and Learning Centre), youth spaces, adult education, and community activities. The project is currently at the planning report stage with no funding yet allocated for further planning or construction.
Moolap Coastal Strategic Framework Plan
Victorian Government framework guiding renewal and land use change across northern Moolap including Point Henry and the former saltworks. DEECA is leading the Environmental Management Masterplan for the Wetlands and Former Saltworks Precinct with planning underway 2024-2026, following community consultation in Jan-Mar 2025 and release of an engagement summary in Apr 2025.
Clifton Springs Water Tank Renewal
Renewal of Barwon Water's largest potable water tank, a 32ML steel storage in Drysdale, to ensure supply security for Clifton Springs and surrounding areas.
Employment
Employment drivers in St Albans Park are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia
St Albans Park has a balanced workforce comprising white and blue collar jobs, with essential services well represented. Its unemployment rate is 7.8%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, 2,266 residents are employed while the unemployment rate stands at 4.2% above Regional Vic.'s rate of 3.7%.
Workforce participation is similar to Regional Vic.'s 61.0%. Census responses show that only 11.8% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Retail trade has a particularly high employment share, at 1.4 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence with just 0.5%.
The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, the labour force decreased by 1.4% and employment fell by 1.6%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 0.1 percentage points. This contrasts with Regional Vic., where employment contracted by 0.6%, the labour force fell by 0.7%, and unemployment fell by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to St Albans Park's employment mix indicates a potential local employment increase of 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, although this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.
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Income
Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch
St Albans Park's median income among taxpayers was $51,160 in financial year 2023, according to AreaSearch data aggregated from the latest ATO figures. The suburb's average income stood at $60,406 during this period. For Regional Vic., these figures were $50,954 and $62,728 respectively. Based on a 9.62% growth in wages since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for March 2026 would be approximately $56,082 (median) and $66,217 (average). Census 2021 data shows St Albans Park's household, family, and personal incomes all fall between the 19th and 21st percentiles nationally. The data indicates that 31.4% of the population (1,490 individuals) have incomes ranging from $1,500 to $2,999, which is consistent with broader regional trends showing 30.3% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.4% of income remaining, ranking at the 22nd percentile nationally.
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Housing
St Albans Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region
St Albans Park's dwellings, as per the latest Census, were 85.7% houses and 14.3% other types (semi-detached, apartments, 'other'). Regional Vic.'s figures were 90.1% houses and 9.9% others. Home ownership in St Albans Park was 36.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.7% and rented at 23.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,400, below Regional Vic.'s average of $1,430. Median weekly rent in St Albans Park was $330, compared to Regional Vic.'s $285. Nationally, St Albans Park's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,400 vs Australia's $1,863, and rents were lower at $330 vs Australia's $375.
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Household Composition
St Albans Park features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size
Family households constitute 66.2% of all households, consisting of 25.0% couples with children, 28.7% couples without children, and 11.5% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 33.8%, with lone person households at 30.4% and group households at 3.2%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
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Local Schools & Education
The educational profile of St Albans Park exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics
The area's university qualification rate is 12.3%, significantly lower than Victoria's average of 33.4%. This disparity presents both challenges and opportunities for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 9.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 40.5% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas account for 9.9% while certificates make up 30.6%.
A substantial 23.3% of the population is actively engaged in formal education, including 7.2% in primary education, 7.2% in secondary education, and 2.8% pursuing tertiary education.
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Transport
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
St Albans Park has 31 active public transport stops. Five routes serve these stops, offering a total of 1,041 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents located an average of 185 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily, with cars being the dominant mode at 95%. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census data (which may reflect COVID-19 conditions), only 11.8% of residents work from home.
The service frequency averages 148 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately 33 weekly trips per individual stop.
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Health
Health performance in St Albans Park is well below average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts
St Albans Park faces significant health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's assessment using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence data.
This analysis covers various health conditions affecting both younger and older age groups. The private health cover rate is relatively low at approximately 51%, covering around 2,409 people in total. Mental health issues and arthritis are the most prevalent medical conditions, impacting 10.9% and 10.3% of residents respectively. Conversely, 58.2% of residents claim to be completely free from medical ailments, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic. The working-age population in St Albans Park faces notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. There are 24.0% of residents aged 65 and over (1,139 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings generally aligning with the broader population.
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Cultural Diversity
St Albans Park is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics
St Albans Park had a cultural diversity below average, with 87.7% of its population born in Australia, 91.7% being citizens, and 93.7% speaking English only at home. The predominant religion was Christianity, making up 47.8% of the population, close to Regional Vic's 47.3%. Top ancestry groups were English (31.7%), Australian (30.3%), and Irish (8.9%).
Notably, Dutch (2.3%) and Scottish (8.6%) groups were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 1.7% and 8.8%, respectively. Croatian representation was also higher at 0.6%.
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Age
St Albans Park hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide
St Albans Park's median age of 45 years is modestly higher than Regional Vic.'s 43 years, which is considerably older than the national norm of 38 years. Compared to the Regional Vic. average, the 25-34 cohort is notably over-represented at 14.6% locally, while the 5-14 year-olds are under-represented at 8.6%. Between 2021 and present, the 25-34 age group has grown from 12.5% to 14.6% of the population. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort has declined from 13.6% to 11.7%. Demographic modeling suggests St Albans Park's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to increase by 194 people (28%) from 693 to 888, while population declines are projected for the 15-24 and 55-64 cohorts.