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Strathfieldsaye has an estimated 8,158 residents, up 19.1% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Strathfieldsaye.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 124 kilometres north-northwest from Melbourne CBD, the suburb of Strathfieldsaye offers an attractive blend of tranquil rural scenery, scenic tree-lined roads, and established modern conveniences. Celebrated for its natural environment, local native flora and fauna, and proximate parklands, the neighbourhood provides an inviting setting underpinned by sports grounds, quality playgrounds, and a supportive community fabric with convenient local retail and respected schools. Based on AreaSearch's analysis of annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) updates and quarterly national address validations, the population of Strathfieldsaye is estimated at around 8,158 as of Aug 2026. This reflects a substantial increase of 1,308 people (19.1%) from the 6,850 people recorded at the 2021 Census, positioning the suburb in the top 10% of areas nationally for population growth.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 124 kilometres north-northwest from Melbourne CBD, the suburb of Strathfieldsaye offers an attractive blend of tranquil rural scenery, scenic tree-lined roads, and established modern conveniences. Celebrated for its natural environment, local native flora and fauna, and proximate parklands, the neighbourhood provides an inviting setting underpinned by sports grounds, quality playgrounds, and a supportive community fabric with convenient local retail and respected schools. Based on AreaSearch's analysis of annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) updates and quarterly national address validations, the population of Strathfieldsaye is estimated at around 8,158 as of Aug 2026. This reflects a substantial increase of 1,308 people (19.1%) from the 6,850 people recorded at the 2021 Census, positioning the suburb in the top 10% of areas nationally for population growth.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,813 in 2006 and 7,897 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 8,158 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 16.8%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 39.4%.
Strathfieldsaye ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 95th for population growth.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Strathfieldsaye is $634 a week, for the 12 months to Sep 2025 and 38% above Regional Vic..
38% above Regional Vic. on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $404 in 2017, $660 in 2025; Units (dashed orange line): $330 in 2017, $516 in 2025. The latest is to Sep 2025.
The change over 12 months, by dwelling type, is charted in Full.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $634 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, houses | $660 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, units | $516 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Bendigo | $485 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Regional Vic. | $458 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, VIC | $560 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
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Status of the 11 tracked applications: 5 approved, 1 under assessment, 5 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 6 projects in Strathfieldsaye (4 under construction) and 53 more in the surrounding area.
Masterplanned lifestyle and retirement village community for over 55s comprising 206 homes. Features resort-style amenities including an onsite private golf course, bowling green, community clubhouse, and walking tracks. Early stages completed with further residential stages under ongoing construction.
Family-oriented residential land subdivision in Strathfieldsaye along Emu Creek Road, offering 119 lots ranging from 469m2 to 1068m2. The estate features the Barramal Baring Reserve, a $1 million park with a lake, sheltered picnic areas, play spaces, and a multi-purpose netball/basketball court.
Large masterplanned residential community in Strathfieldsaye, on Bendigo's eastern fringe, developed by Villawood Properties across 650 planned dwellings and 300+ lots. Offers large allotments from around 350sqm to over 800sqm in a landscaped setting adjoining Emu Creek, with open space reserves, wetlands, walking and cycling paths, and a central playground.
Existing neighbourhood shopping centre in the heart of Strathfieldsaye's commercial precinct, anchored by Champions IGA Supermarket and Liquor with five specialty shops.
The Strathfieldsaye Town Square, officially named Djayi balak garat ('tread lightly you lot on Country' in Dja Dja Wurrung language), is a $1.5-2 million central gathering place developed by the City of Greater Bendigo in partnership with DJAARA. Opened on 19 May 2025, it is the first project completed under the Yilingga Marna agreement.
Boutique residential estate in a family-focused neighbourhood in Strathfieldsaye, offering 67 lots ranging from 560sqm to over an acre. The estate is framed by established bushland with walking tracks and is close to schools, parks, shopping centres, and medical facilities.
Bartels Run Estate is a residential masterplanned community by Birchgrove Property Group located along Bartels Road in Jackass Flat. The development features fully serviced residential home sites with reticulated recycled water, integrated parklands, and active transport links to the Bendigo CBD.
A $1 billion Homes Victoria program delivering more than 1,300 social and affordable homes across at least 30 regional and rural Victorian LGAs. Delivery uses modern construction methods, redevelopment of existing social housing, community housing partnerships, refurbishments and purchases in new developments.
Boutique residential subdivision offering 18 half-acre (approx. 2,000sqm minimum) lifestyle allotments bordered by the O'Keefe walking trail. All services including town water, gas, electricity, and NBN are available. Close to Catherine McAuley College and minutes from Bendigo CBD. Works are almost complete.
Rangelea Rise is an exclusive 11-lot land subdivision at 735 McIvor Highway, Junortoun, on the northern fringe of Bendigo. Each lot exceeds 2,000 square metres, offering a semi-rural lifestyle with direct access to the O'Keefe Rail Trail. Titles have been issued and lots are now selling, with lot prices ranging from approximately $480,000 to $620,000.
A state-of-the-art junior sporting hub and joint-use facility for Catherine McAuley College and the wider community, featuring four AFL/Cricket ovals, two netball courts, an indoor stadium with two courts, a six-lane cricket training net facility, changerooms, and social spaces. The project opened in September 2023.
34 townhouse development by Piermont Group featuring 2, 3 and 4-bedroom contemporary homes. First stage nearing completion with properties in lock-up stage. Marketed by McKean McGregor.
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Estimated completion year of the 28 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 5, 2026 6, 2027 8, 2028 4, 2029 1, 2030 2, 2031 1, 2032 1. 7 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 11 substantial development applications lodged in and around Strathfieldsaye over the past 5 years, 1 in the last 12 months; 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 5, 2023 0, 2024 4, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 0.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 11 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 11.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 81 | ABS building approvals | 74th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Strathfieldsaye include: Emu Rise Estate (Construction); Bendigo Fields Country Club (Construction); Imagine Estate (Construction); Bartels Run Estate (Construction); and Strathfieldsaye Shopping Centre (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Strathfieldsaye spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Energy, among others.
The suburb of Strathfieldsaye ranks in the top 20% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Strathfieldsaye higher than 92% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye area has seen 173 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Strathfieldsaye's current population of 8,158 has been supported by 81 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Strathfieldsaye has seen 11.5 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.6 approvals in Regional Vic.. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 89 people in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye, compared to one for every 145 in Regional Vic..
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Strathfieldsaye's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 81, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye has grown by approximately 1,328 people, while 406 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.3 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Strathfieldsaye lies within the top 5% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,158 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +19.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 271 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 36th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +3.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +4.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 6,850 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,308 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +3.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 30.08 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Strathfieldsaye was estimated to be approximately 8,158 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 7,897 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Strathfieldsaye has added approximately 1,308 people and shown a 19.09% increase from the 6,850 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is estimated at 271 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye has shown a compound annual growth rate of 4.1% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is driven by: Interstate migration (64.0%), Natural increase (29.0%), Overseas migration (7.000000000000001%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 64.0% of overall population gains.
Strathfieldsaye's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 30th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 23.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 47.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 36 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 16.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye at 36 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 36 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 36 years as at August 2026, Strathfieldsaye is 7 years younger than the Regional Vic. 2021 Census average (43 years) and 2 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye compared to the Regional Vic. region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 16.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye compared to the Regional Vic. region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 4.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye show significant variance compared to Regional Vic.. The most over-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (16.8% vs 11.7%). The most under-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (4.9% vs 8.4%) and 85+ year-olds (1.7% vs 2.9%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 23.6% of the population in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.2% of the population in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye as at August 2026.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 73% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $61,965 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $73,285 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,237 | 2021 Census, weekly | 80th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $924 | 2021 Census, weekly | 70th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 30.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,378 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 12.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is approximately $66,055. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $61,965.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is approximately $78,122. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $73,285.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is approximately $66,055 compared to $57,266 in Regional Vic.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,965 and $53,720 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is approximately $78,122 compared to $70,544 in Regional Vic.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $73,285 and $66,176 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Strathfieldsaye's households (~39.3% / 877 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 39.3% of households. In comparison, Regional Vic.'s largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.3% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is $2,237/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is $2,378/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is $924/wk.
The suburb of Strathfieldsaye's income level is just above the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Strathfieldsaye's median income among taxpayers is $61,965 and the average income stands at $73,285, which compares to figures for Regional Vic.'s of $53,720 and $66,176 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.6% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $66,055 (median) and $78,122 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is $8,570 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Strathfieldsaye's disposable income is $8,570 compared to $5,209 for Regional Vic., based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Strathfieldsaye performing better than 97% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 68.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,095 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 6,801 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,153 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Strathfieldsaye has approximately 4,095 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.4%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye stands at 1.4%, which is 2.3 percentage points below Regional Vic.'s rate of 3.7%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (18.4% of employment), education & training (11.9%), and construction (9.9%). Other significant employers include retail trade and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Strathfieldsaye has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional Vic. saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is 68.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional Vic. average of 61.1%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of Strathfieldsaye shows notable specialisation in finance & insurance, which employs 5.5% of the local workforce compared to 2.0% across Regional Vic.. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.8, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Strathfieldsaye's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 5.3% growth, ranking 11th out of 37 regions nationally.
Strathfieldsaye shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 21.1% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 30.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 23.9% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 33.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 33.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 13.6% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
30.5% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye have university qualifications, compared to 21.7% in Regional Vic..
33.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye have no formal qualifications, compared to 40.4% in Regional Vic..
The suburb of Strathfieldsaye ranks in the 83th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye are: Certificate (23.9%), Bachelor Degree (21.1%), Advanced Diploma (11.9%).
33.8% of the population in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is currently engaged in formal education, including 13.6% in primary school, 9.8% in secondary school, 3.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is 1070, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Strathfieldsaye, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,160 students.
The suburb of Strathfieldsaye includes 2 primary schools.
Strathfieldsaye features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional Vic.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.0 people | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 46.0% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 29.9% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,230 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,656 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 86.3% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Strathfieldsaye had 2,230 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 19.1% to an estimated 2,656 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is 3.0 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional Vic. and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 86.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (11.9%), group households (1.5%), and other household types (0.2%).
Of the 1,924 family households, couples with children account for 46.0% of all households, couples without children at home 29.9%, and single parent families 10.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Vic., the suburb of Strathfieldsaye shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 86.3% (versus 67.8% in Regional Vic.). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 11.9% compared to 29.3% in Regional Vic.. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye have an average of 1.8 children, matching the Regional Vic. average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 58.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.6% have never married. This compares to 46.3% married and 34.0% never married across Regional Vic..
Single-person households represent 11.9% of all households in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye, notably lower than the average for Regional Vic. of 29.3%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.5% of households, below the Regional Vic. average of 2.9%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Strathfieldsaye is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.5% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 94.0% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 91.5% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
Strathfieldsaye was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 91.5% of its population born in Australia, 94.0% being citizens, and 95.5% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Strathfieldsaye was found to be Christianity, which makes up 50.7% of people in Strathfieldsaye. This compares to 47.3% across Regional Vic..
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Strathfieldsaye are English, comprising 31.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 31.1% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Scottish is notably overrepresented at 9.3% of Strathfieldsaye (vs 8.8% across Regional Vic.), Maltese at 0.4% (vs 0.5%) and Dutch at 1.3% (vs 1.7%).
8.5% of the suburb of Strathfieldsaye population was born overseas, compared to 13.2% across Regional Vic..
4.5% of the population in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.6% in Regional Vic..
0.7% of the suburb of Strathfieldsaye population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Regional Vic..
94.0% of the suburb of Strathfieldsaye population holds citizenship, compared to 88.6% in Regional Vic..
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Strathfieldsaye is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional Vic.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 35.1% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 99.8% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 46th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 51.6% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 0.2% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 17.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 6th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Strathfieldsaye, 35.1% of homes are owned outright, 51.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 13.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 99.8% of dwellings in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye are houses.
In the suburb of Strathfieldsaye, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye stands at 35.1%, compared to 40.9% in Regional Vic..
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is $1,733, compared to $1,430 in Regional Vic..
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is $1,123, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Strathfieldsaye, households with mortgages typically spend 17.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye shows mortgage holders spending 17.9% of income on repayments (vs 23.8% in Regional Vic.), while renters spend 17.9% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Regional Vic.).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye consists of 99.8% detached houses, 0.2% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Strathfieldsaye consumes approximately 11.6% of median household income ($9,686 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Strathfieldsaye show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 0% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 100% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Health in Strathfieldsaye: private health cover 54.2%, no long-term health condition 68.7%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 54.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 56th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.7% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.8% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
Around 54.2% of people in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 50.8% in Regional Vic..
In the suburb of Strathfieldsaye, 3.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.9% of people in Regional Vic. require similar assistance.
8.9% of people in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.7% of the population across Regional Vic. is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.4% of the suburb of Strathfieldsaye population, while in Regional Vic., 4.6% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.2% of people in the suburb of Strathfieldsaye have heart disease. Across Regional Vic.,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Strathfieldsaye, 54.2% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Vic. sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 50.8%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 45 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 45th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 46 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 39th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 998 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 35th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 175 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 4 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 20.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 46 public transport stops within the suburb of Strathfieldsaye.
The suburb of Strathfieldsaye has 998 weekly trips across 4 routes, averaging 142 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 285 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 980 m away and the nearest school 1.2 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 46 stops nearby, 998 weekly trips, access rating 45 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 72 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 980 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 5.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 5.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 5.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 7.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 8.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 3 long day care centres with 349 places in Strathfieldsaye, about 1.5 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Strathfieldsaye higher than 92% of real estate markets across the country.
Strathfieldsaye has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 19% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Strathfieldsaye is $634 a week for the 12 months to Sep 2025.
Strathfieldsaye lies within the top 5% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Strathfieldsaye's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 73% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Strathfieldsaye performing better than 97% of local markets assessed across Australia.
Strathfieldsaye shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Strathfieldsaye features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional Vic.
Strathfieldsaye is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Strathfieldsaye is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional Vic.
Health in Strathfieldsaye: private health cover 54.2%, no long-term health condition 68.7%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Strathfieldsaye has an estimated 8,158 residents, up 19.1% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Strathfieldsaye.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Strathfieldsaye.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2025, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL22376). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Sep 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Strathfieldsaye from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Strathfieldsaye with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
