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 November 2025, Taylors Hill's population is estimated to be around 15,671, reflecting an increase of 252 people since the 2021 Census. This growth represents a 1.6% rise from the previously reported population of 15,419. AreaSearch validated this estimate by examining the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and considering seven new addresses since the Census date. The suburb's population density is 3,414 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch assessments. Overseas migration contributed approximately 61.0% of Taylors Hill's overall population gains 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 by this data, AreaSearch uses the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusting them using weighted aggregation methods to estimate population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Future demographic trends anticipate significant population increases in the top quartile of statistical areas nationally. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, Taylors Hill is expected to expand by 4,602 persons by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 29.8% over the 17-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 recorded approximately 8 residential properties granted approval per year over the past 5 financial years. This totals an estimated 42 homes. As of FY-26, 4 approvals have been recorded. The population in Taylors Hill has declined recently, yet housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, creating a balanced market with good buyer choice.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $824,000, suggesting developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties. In FY-26, there have been $119,000 in commercial approvals, indicating a predominantly residential focus. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Taylors Hill shows reduced construction levels, which typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. This level is below the national average, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations. Recent development has been entirely standalone homes, sustaining the area's suburban identity with family homes suited to buyers seeking space.

With around 2623 people per dwelling approval, Taylors Hill reflects a mature market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Taylors Hill is expected to grow by 4,667 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting price increases.

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

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 24 projects likely impacting the area. Notable ones are Aspire Community, Plumpton Major Town Centre, Botania Estate, and Watervale Shopping Centre, as detailed below.

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Taylors Hill ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Taylors Hill's workforce is highly educated with diverse sector representation. Its unemployment rate was 2.9% in the past year (AreaSearch data).

Employment grew by 5.9% during this period. As of June 2025, 9,552 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.7%, below Greater Melbourne's 4.6%. Workforce participation is 68.9%, close to Greater Melbourne's 64.1%. Key industries include retail trade, construction, and health care & social assistance.

The area specializes in transport, postal & warehousing (employment share 1.8 times the regional level). However, health care & social assistance employs only 10.6% of local workers, below Greater Melbourne's 14.2%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by Census data. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 5.9%, while labour force grew by 6.0%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw employment growth of 3.5% and a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-2022 project total employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Taylors Hill's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 12.8% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Taylors Hill's median income among taxpayers was $51,768, with an average of $60,936. This is lower than the national average, compared to Greater Melbourne's median of $54,892 and average of $73,761. By September 2025, estimates suggest median income would be approximately $58,063 and average income $68,346, based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.16% since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census, household incomes rank at the 86th percentile ($2,374 weekly), while personal income ranks at the 48th percentile. The earnings profile indicates that 37.7% of individuals (5,907) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band, slightly higher than the metropolitan region's 32.8%. Strong earnings place residents in the 87th percentile for disposable income, with the area's SEIFA income ranking at the 6th decile.

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

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 90.9% houses and 9.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Taylors Hill stood at 28.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 61.8% and rented ones at 9.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, higher than Melbourne metro's average of $1,800. Median weekly rent in Taylors Hill was $420, compared to Melbourne metro's $351. Nationally, Taylors Hill's mortgage repayments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are 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 constitute 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 account for 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, larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 3.0.

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

Educational qualifications in Taylors Hill show 27.6% of residents aged 15+ have university degrees, compared to Greater Melbourne's 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 19.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational credentials are held by 29.2% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 10.9% and certificates at 18.3%. Educational participation is high, with 36.6% currently enrolled in formal education: primary (13.9%), secondary (11.8%), tertiary (5.4%).

Taylors Hill Primary School and Gilson College serve 1,721 students. The area has above-average socio-educational conditions (ICSEA: 1051). It has one primary and one K-12 school, with 11.0 school places per 100 residents, below the regional average of 16.2. Some students may attend schools in nearby areas.

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

Transport analysis shows 35 active transport stops in Taylors Hill, serving mixed bus routes. Five routes operate here, offering 2,428 weekly passenger trips collectively. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located 264 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 346 trips per day across all routes, amounting to approximately 69 weekly trips per individual stop.

Taylors Hill's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Taylors Hill shows excellent health outcomes, particularly in younger age groups with low prevalence of common conditions.

Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 51% (~7,985 people). The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (7.5%) and arthritis (5.1%), while 77.6% report no medical ailments compared to Greater Melbourne's 73.7%. There are 10.1% of residents aged 65 and over (1,582 people). Health outcomes among seniors require closer attention 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 the population. The 'Other' religious category comprises 3.0% of Taylors Hill's population, compared to 5.6% across Greater Melbourne.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are Other (18.9%), Australian (13.9%), and English (9.8%). Notably, Maltese (8.1%) and Macedonian (5.5%) populations in Taylors Hill exceed regional averages of 5.1% and 1.8%, respectively. Similarly, the Croatian population is higher at 2.8% compared to the regional average of 1.4%.

Taylors Hill's population is younger than the national pattern

At 36 years, Taylors Hill's median age is close to Greater Melbourne's average of 37, which is slightly below the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Taylors Hill has a higher proportion of residents aged 45-54 (17.4%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (9.4%). This concentration of 45-54 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 12.1%. Between the 2016 and 2021 Census, demographic aging in Taylors Hill was evident, with the median age increasing from 35 to 36 years. Key changes include the 15-24 age group growing from 14.6% to 17.2%, and the 55-64 cohort increasing from 8.4% to 10.2%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group declined from 19.4% to 15.6%, and the 35-44 age group dropped from 17.7% to 14.9%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic shifts in Taylors Hill, with the 55-64 age cohort projected to rise substantially by 1,593 people (100%), from 1,598 to 3,192. Conversely, the 5-14 age group is forecasted to decrease by 201 residents.