Strathdale

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

As of November 2025, Strathdale's population is estimated at around 5,787 people. This figure reflects an increase of 31 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,756. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of resident population at 5,692 following examination of ABS ERP data released in June 2024 and validation of 57 new addresses post-Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,644 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth during recent periods.

AreaSearch employs 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 with adjustments made via weighted aggregation to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population dynamics anticipate above median growth in regional areas nationally. By 2041, Strathdale is projected to expand by 1,035 persons, reflecting a gain of 16.9% over the 17-year period based on aggregated SA2-level projections.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Strathdale averaged around 18 new dwelling approvals each year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 92 homes. So far in FY-26, three approvals have been recorded. Over these five years, an average of 0.3 people moved to the area for each dwelling built. This suggests that new construction is meeting or exceeding demand, providing more options for buyers and enabling population growth.

The average construction value per property was $437,000 during this period. In FY-26, $13.0 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating balanced commercial development activity. Compared to the Rest of Vic., Strathdale shows reduced construction levels (55.0% below regional average per person). This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties. New development consists of 60.0% detached houses and 40.0% attached dwellings, showing an expanding range of medium-density options. This marks a significant shift from existing housing patterns (currently 88.0% houses), suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs.

The location has approximately 279 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low density market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Strathdale is forecasted to gain 976 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified three projects that may impact this region: Marnie Place Estate, Kennington Reservoir Dam Wall Rehabilitation (started 2015), Flora Hill, and Water and Sewer Network Program (commenced 2018).

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Employment performance in Strathdale has been broadly consistent with national averages

Strathdale has a well-educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 2.9%, with an estimated employment growth of 1.4% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of June 2025, there are 2,642 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.8% below Rest of Vic.'s rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation is broadly similar to Rest of Vic.'s 57.4%. Employment in Strathdale is concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade, with a particular specialization in health care & social assistance (1.3 times the regional level). However, agriculture, forestry & fishing employs only 1.6% of local workers, below Rest of Vic.'s 7.5%.

Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 1.4%, while labour force increased by 1.9%, resulting in a rise in unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. This contrasts with Rest of Vic., where employment contracted by 0.9%, labour force fell by 0.4%, and unemployment rose by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Strathdale's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.4% over ten years.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released on June 30, 2022, Strathdale had a median income among taxpayers of $52,574 with the average level standing at $68,768. This is higher than average nationally and compares to levels of $48,741 and $60,693 across Rest of Vic. respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.16% from July 2022 to September 2025, current estimates would be approximately $58,967 (median) and $77,130 (average). Census data reveals household incomes rank at the 40th percentile, family incomes at the 42nd percentile, and personal incomes at the 45th percentile in Strathdale. Distribution data shows that 30.0% of individuals earn between $1,500 - 2,999 annually. Housing costs are manageable with 88.5% retained after expenses, but disposable income sits below average at the 42nd percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the sixth decile.

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

Strathdale's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 87.5% houses and 12.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This contrasts with Non-Metro Vic.'s figures of 90.6% houses and 9.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Strathdale stood at 46.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 28.4% and rented ones at 25.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, higher than Non-Metro Vic.'s average of $1,408. Median weekly rent in Strathdale was $300, compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s $295. Nationally, Strathdale's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,517 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were lower at $300 compared to the national figure of $375.

Strathdale features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 67.4% of all households, including 25.6% couples with children, 30.6% couples without children, and 10.6% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 32.6%, with lone person households at 30.4% and group households making up 2.1% of the total. The median household size is 2.3 people, smaller than the Rest of Vic. average of 2.4.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 29.9% among residents aged 15+, exceeding the Rest of Vic average of 21.7%. This rate also surpasses that of the SA3 area at 23.6%, indicating a strong emphasis on higher education in the community. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 19.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.3%) and graduate diplomas (4.8%). Vocational credentials are held by 33.2% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 12.4% and certificates at 20.8%.

Educational participation is high, with 26.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.6% in primary education, 8.0% in secondary education, and 3.8% pursuing tertiary education. Educational facilities appear to be located outside the immediate catchment boundaries, requiring families to access schools in neighboring areas.

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

Transport analysis shows 25 active public transport stops in Strathdale, all bus stops. Three routes serve these stops, offering a total of 515 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents on average 244 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 73 trips per day across all routes, equating to about 20 weekly trips per stop.

Health performance in Strathdale is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Strathdale faces significant health challenges, with common conditions prevalent across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is high at approximately 54% (around 3,125 people), compared to 50.5% in Rest of Vic.

The most frequent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 11.3%) and mental health issues (9.2%), with 62.1% reporting no medical ailments, similar to the 62.0% in Rest of Vic. Residents aged 65 and over make up 24.5% (1,417 people), higher than the 18.9% in Rest of Vic. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, outperforming general population health metrics.

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

Strathdale, as per the data, had a lower than average cultural diversity level. The population born in Australia was 89.2%, with 91.4% being citizens and 93.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 52.6% of Strathdale's population.

While Judaism had a similar percentage to the rest of Victoria at 0.1%, there were notable differences in other ethnic groups' representation: Scottish (9.1% vs regional 8.7%), Sri Lankan (0.3% vs 0.1%), and Korean (0.2% vs 0.1%) were overrepresented in Strathdale. The top three ancestry groups were English at 32.0%, Australian at 28.2%, and Irish at 11.5%.

Strathdale hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Strathdale's median age of 45 years is modestly higher than Rest of Vic.'s 43, which is considerably older than the national norm of 38. Compared to the Rest of Vic. average, Strathdale has a notably over-represented cohort of 65-74 year-olds (13.6% locally) and an under-represented cohort of 55-64 year-olds (12.6%). Between 2021 and the present, the population aged 25 to 34 has increased from 10.0% to 11.8%. Conversely, the population aged 45 to 54 has declined from 12.7% to 11.5%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Strathdale's age profile will evolve significantly. The 25 to 34 age cohort is projected to grow by 406 people (59%), from 682 to 1,089. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 65 to 74 and 55 to 64 cohorts.