Taylors Hill

Population growth drivers in Taylors Hill are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Taylors Hill is around 15,657, reflecting an increase of 238 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 15,419. This increase was inferred from AreaSearch's examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and validation of seven new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio is 3,411 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 61.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch's projections for Taylors Hill are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023 adjusted using weighted aggregation methods for areas not covered by the ABS data.

Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, the suburb is forecasted to have a population of 20,112 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 4,455 persons and 28.4% over the 16-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Taylors Hill is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, indicates Taylors Hill has averaged approximately 6 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years up to FY25/26. This totals an estimated 33 homes. In FY26 to date, 4 approvals have been recorded.

The population in Taylors Hill has declined in recent years, but housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $824,000, suggesting developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Taylors Hill has markedly lower building activity, which generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings. This is also below the national average, indicating the area's established nature and potential planning limitations. All new construction in Taylors Hill has been detached dwellings, preserving its suburban nature and attracting space-seeking buyers, with approximately 2834 people per approval.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Taylors Hill is expected to grow by 4,455 residents through to 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Taylors Hill has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Twenty-four infrastructure projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the region. Significant initiatives include Aspire Community, Plumpton Major Town Centre, Botania Estate, and Watervale Shopping Centre, with the following projects expected to have notable influence:.

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Employment conditions in Taylors Hill demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Taylors Hill's workforce is well-educated with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate was 3.2% as of December 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.9%.

This figure is based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, 9,347 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.5% lower than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%. Workforce participation in Taylors Hill was 76.2%, exceeding Greater Melbourne's rate of 69.9%. According to Census responses, 27.3% of residents worked from home.

Leading employment industries among residents were retail trade, construction, and health care & social assistance. The area showed strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing with an employment share 1.8 times the regional level. However, health care & social assistance had a limited presence at 10.6% compared to the regional average of 14.2%. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 3.9% while labour force increased by 4.4%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Taylors Hill's employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 12.8% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation of industry-specific projections against the local employment profile.

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

AreaSearch released postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 on Taylors Hill. The suburb's median income among taxpayers was $51,768 with an average of $60,936. Nationally, the median income was higher at $64,424 and the average was $88,527. In Greater Melbourne, the median income was $57,688 and the average was $75,164. By March 2026, estimated incomes would be approximately $56,748 (median) and $66,798 (average), based on a 9.62% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. The 2021 Census ranked Taylors Hill's household income at the 86th percentile ($2,374 weekly) but personal income was lower at the 48th percentile. Income distribution showed that 37.7% of residents earned $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (5,902 residents), similar to the surrounding region where this cohort represented 32.8%. The suburb had considerable affluence with 34.9% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. Housing accounted for 13.7% of income while strong earnings ranked residents within the 87th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 6th decile.

Taylors Hill is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Taylors Hill's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 85.1% houses and 14.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Melbourne metro's 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Taylors Hill was at 28.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 61.8% and rented ones at 9.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, aligning with Melbourne metro's average, while the median weekly rent was $420, compared to Melbourne metro's $390. Nationally, Taylors Hill's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially higher than the national figure of $375.

Taylors Hill features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 90.4% of all households, including 63.4% couples with children, 16.1% couples without children, and 10.3% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 9.6%, with lone person households at 8.8% and group households comprising 0.8%. The median household size is 3.5 people, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

The educational profile of Taylors Hill exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

In Taylors Hill trail, 27.6% of residents aged 15 and above hold university degrees, compared to Greater Melbourne's 37.0%. This indicates potential for educational development. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 29.2% of residents aged 15 and above holding them.

Advanced diplomas account for 10.9% and certificates make up 18.3%. Educational participation is high, with 36.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.9% in primary education, 11.8% in secondary education, and 5.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The public transport analysis indicates 35 active stops operating within Taylors Hill, offering a mix of bus services. These stops are served by six individual routes, collectively facilitating 1,483 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport is rated as good, with residents typically situated 264 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outward, primarily by car at 90%, while train usage stands at 6%. On average, there are 2.0 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional norm. Notably, 27.3% of residents work from home (as per the 2021 Census; this figure may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions).

The service frequency averages 211 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 42 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Taylors Hill is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Taylors Hill shows better-than-average health outcomes according to AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but higher than the national average in older, at-risk cohorts.

Approximately 51% (~7,978 people) have private health cover, lower than Greater Melbourne's 56.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and arthritis, affecting 7.5% and 5.1% of residents respectively. 77.6% claim to be completely free from medical ailments, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 10.8% (1,690 people) of residents aged 65 and over, lower than Greater Melbourne's 15.0%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally than the broader population.

Taylors Hill is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Taylors Hill's cultural diversity is notable, with 36.8% of its population born overseas and 48.0% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Taylors Hill, accounting for 60.4% of people. However, there is an overrepresentation in the 'Other' category, making up 3.0% compared to Greater Melbourne's 2.3%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (18.9%), Australian (13.9%), and English (9.8%), with notable differences from regional averages. Maltese (8.1%) is overrepresented in Taylors Hill compared to the regional average of 1.1%, as are Macedonian (5.5% vs 0.7%) and Croatian (2.8% vs 0.7%).

Taylors Hill's population is younger than the national pattern

Taylors Hill's median age is 37, matching Greater Melbourne and closely resembling Australia's 38 years. The 45-54 age bracket is prominent at 17.7%, higher than Greater Melbourne but lower than the national figure of 12%. From 2021 to present, Taylors Hill's median age has risen by 1.6 years from 35 to 37, indicating an aging population. Notably, the 15-24 group grew from 14.6% to 17.5%, while the 55-64 cohort increased from 8.4% to 10.9%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group decreased from 19.4% to 14.8%, and the 35-44 group fell from 17.7% to 14.4%. By 2041, demographic projections suggest significant changes in Taylors Hill's age profile. The 55-64 group is expected to grow by 86%, adding 1,474 people and reaching 3,181 from the current 1,706. Meanwhile, the 5-14 group is projected to decrease by 92 residents.