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Traralgon has an estimated 27,780 residents, up from 26,907 at the 2021 Census — a change of 873 people, or 3.2%. Growth has averaged 0.7% a year over five years. 586 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 494 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on statistical assessments of geographic demographic revisions from the ABS alongside address registry checks by AreaSearch post-Census, the suburb of Traralgon has an estimated population of 27,780 as of May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 873 people (3.2%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented 26,907 residents. The calculation is derived from a local resident base of 27,733 estimated by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ABS ERP data release, combined with an additional 586 validated new addresses post-Census. With this population level, the area has a density ratio of 493 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density with potential space for growth.
The 3.2% increase since the 2021 census outperformed the broader SA3 area (2.8%), establishing the suburb of Traralgon as a regional growth leader. The primary driver of this growth was overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 57.99999999999999% of overall population gains, although natural increase and interstate migration also contributed positive numbers. Projections for each SA2 zone published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are sourced from ABS and Geoscience Australia. In instances where SA2 details are unavailable, growth calculations use state government regional projections from 2023, aggregate LGA trends, and apply age-specific growth trajectories for 2032 to 2041. Future expectations point to high-tier population expansion among regional locations in Australia, with the suburb of Traralgon projected to add 6,524 residents by 2041, representing a 23.3% rise over the 16 years.
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809 new dwellings have been approved in Traralgon over the past five years, an average of 161 a year. That places the area in the 71st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 126 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 95% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 197, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis of building approval statistics reveals that approximately 161 residential builds receive approval annually in Traralgon, contributing to 809 total residential approvals across the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, alongside 181 approvals during FY-26. A ratio of 1.2 additional residents for each newly built home during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25 indicates a healthy alignment of housing demand and supply. Developers are targeting higher-end projects, with approved homes showing an average estimated construction cost of $445,000. Additionally, commercial development is progressing moderately with $14.8 million in approvals registered in the current financial year.
Traralgon displays a slight development lead over the rest of the state, exceeding the regional average per capita by 11.0% over the 5 year period. This provides options for purchasers while maintaining support for existing property values. The building profile consists of 95.0% standalone houses and 5.0% medium-to-high density alternatives, retaining the spacious layout of the area which appeals to buyers looking for larger properties. Reflecting its low density environment, the area averages 206 people per residential approval. Long-term forecasts suggest the region will add 6,477 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent quarterly estimates. If current building rates do not increase, supply could fall short of demand, increasing buyer competition and putting upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Traralgon
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 15 current infrastructure and development projects inside Traralgon, worth an estimated $2.22 billion. A further 40 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $9.67 billion. 20 are already under construction and 23 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, energy and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and urban planning changes are key drivers of regional growth. AreaSearch has identified 17 projects expected to impact the local community, with notable developments including Silverwood Estate, Traralgon Youth Prevention and Recovery Care Centre, Cross's Road Development Plan, and Franklin North Estate.
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The Rise Estate
The Rise is a masterplanned residential estate spanning approximately 29 hectares on Traralgon's north side, part of the broader Traralgon North Development Plan. The estate offers a range of lot sizes across multiple release stages, with land titled and house construction underway. Residents have access to parklands, wetlands and the local rail trail, and a Coles-anchored shopping precinct has been established within the wider development area. The project supports continued population growth in Traralgon North, with further stage releases ongoing.
Silverwood Estate
Traralgon's premium new residential development spanning 28.72 hectares offering 276 homes with land sizes ranging from 500-834 square meters. Features house and land packages with proximity to new Coles supermarket and recreational facilities.
Cross's Road Development Plan
Comprehensive residential development plan for the Cross's Road corridor in Morwell, designed to accommodate approximately 700 new housing lots. Features sustainable housing designs, community spaces, commercial zones, infrastructure upgrades, and integration with existing infrastructure. Bounded by Tyers Road, Cross's Road, Riverslea Estate, and Latrobe River floodplain, with integrated transport and community facilities to support sustainable urban growth.
Franklin North Estate
A residential land subdivision offering 184 spacious lots ranging from 656 to 875 square meters over 18.42 hectares in Traralgon north. Features wide streets, open green spaces, walking tracks, and premium urban design.
Banksia Ridge Estate
Premium residential estate in the West End of Traralgon featuring elevated house sites with panoramic rural views and quality infrastructure. Large lots ranging from 942 to 1663 square meters, designed with environmental sustainability principles and close proximity to recreational facilities, schools, and sports facilities. Final stage 6 selling with lots fully titled and ready for immediate construction.
Ellavale East Estate
33-hectare residential development offering 323 homes designed with space and comfort in mind. Located in Traralgon East as part of the Gippsland Regional Growth Area, featuring modern infrastructure including roads, utilities, and recreational facilities with convenient access to schools and amenities.
Traralgon North Growth Area
A 118-hectare greenfield urban expansion project delivering 1,500 new homes in the region's fastest-growing corridor. The precinct features a multi-purpose community hub, a commercial precinct with a 4,700sqm supermarket site, and integrated wetlands for flood management. Significant recent progress includes the April 2026 Standing Advisory Committee review on drainage and transport infrastructure to finalize planning for extended parcels. The development employs a multi-stage approach supported by developers like Moremac and Dennis Family Corporation to provide diverse housing and essential regional infrastructure.
Traralgon Youth Prevention and Recovery Care Centre
A new 10-bed residential Youth Prevention and Recovery Care (YPARC) service providing sub-acute mental health support for young people aged 16-25. The facility offers a home-like environment with private bedrooms, ensuites, communal living areas, and outdoor gardens. It serves as a 'step up' from community care or a 'step down' from hospital care, delivered as part of the Victorian Government's $141 million mental health expansion program.
14,157 residents of Traralgon are employed, from a labour force of 14,743. Unemployment sits at 4.0%, with participation at 64.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 24,312, about 88% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is characterized by strong representation in key service sectors, an unemployment rate of 4.0%, and a yearly employment growth rate of 4.7%. As of March 2026, working residents numbered 14,157. The unemployment rate is 0.3% higher than the Regional Vic. benchmark of 3.7%, while participation in the workforce stands at 64.6%, compared to 61.1% across Regional Vic. According to Census data, working from home was limited to 13.0% of the workforce, though this may have been influenced by pandemic-related restrictions. The major employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.
A notable local specialization exists in the utility sectors of electricity, gas, water & waste, where employment concentration is 4.0 times the regional average. Conversely, agricultural, forestry and fishing enterprises employ only 1.6% of the workforce, which is lower than the 7.5% average for Regional Vic. A comparison between local jobs and the resident workforce suggests a limited supply of local employment opportunities. Aggregated data from regional statistical zones shows a 4.7% rise in employment and a 3.5% increase in the labor force over a 12-month period, which lowered the unemployment rate by 1.1 percentage points. This performance outpaces Regional Vic., where employment fell by 0.1%, the labor force dropped by 0.3%, and the unemployment rate decreased by 0.2 percentage points. National employment trends from May-25 offer additional perspective on potential future opportunities. Over five and ten-year horizons, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% and 13.7% respectively, with significant variation across sectors. Applying these national sector trends to the local employment structure points to potential local job increases of 6.5% over five years and 13.7% over ten years.
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Median household income in Traralgon is $1,484 a week (about $77,000 a year), with median personal income at $767 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,276 a year against an average of $67,282. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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ATO records for the financial year 2023 indicate local earnings align closely with national benchmarks, showing a median income of $53,276 and an average of $67,282. These figures exceed the Regional Vic. median of $50,954 and average of $62,728. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 stand at approximately $58,401 for median earnings and $73,755 for average earnings. Census statistics place local household, family, and individual incomes in the modest 34th to 42nd percentile band. The largest cohort of earners comprises 31.7% of the population (8,806 people) earning in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is similar to the metropolitan average of 30.3%.
Residents retain 87.3% of their income after housing costs, though disposable income is below average at the 39th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 4th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Traralgon had 10,631 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 9% apartments. 38% are owned with a mortgage, 27% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $275 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 18.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing stock consists of 85.6% standalone houses and 14.4% alternative dwellings, such as semi-detached properties and apartments. This compares to 90.1% houses and 9.9% alternative options across Regional Vic. Home ownership rates are lower than the regional average, standing at 35.2%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 38.0% and rental homes making up 26.8%. The median monthly mortgage payment is $1,300, which is below the Regional Vic. average of $1,430. The median weekly rent of $275 is also lower than the regional average of $285. On a national level, local housing costs are highly competitive, with mortgage payments well below the Australian average of $1,863 and rents substantially lower than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Traralgon counted 10,631 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families comprise 65.8% of households, consisting of couples with children at 25.9%, couples without children at 26.3%, and single parents at 12.7%. Non-family households represent the remaining 34.2%, with single-person households at 31.3% and group living situations at 2.9%. The median household size is 2.3 individuals, slightly below the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
19.5% of adults in Traralgon hold a university qualification, including 13.3% with a bachelor degree and 3.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 29.5% hold a vocational qualification. 15 schools serve the area, with 4,841 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 981 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment presents an opportunity for development, with university graduation rates at 19.5%, below the Victorian average of 33.4%. Among those with higher education, bachelor degrees are held by 13.3%, postgraduate degrees by 3.7%, and graduate diplomas by 2.5%. Vocational and technical training is popular, with 40.0% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 10.5% and certificates at 29.5%. Enrolment in education is high, with 28.6% of the population undertaking study. This group includes 10.5% in primary schools, 7.9% in secondary schools, and 3.6% in higher education.
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Public transport in Traralgon reaches 128 stops on 40 routes, timetabled for about 2,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 230 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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The local transit network consists of 128 active public transport stops, primarily offering train services. These stops support 40 different routes that provide 2,048 passenger trips per week. Transport links are accessible, with an average distance of 225 meters to the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, resulting in outward commuting, with cars being the main transport mode for 95% of commuters. Vehicle ownership stands at 1.4 per household. According to the 2021 Census, 13.0% of the workforce worked from home, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.
Transit services average 292 daily trips across the network, translating to approximately 16 weekly trips per stop. The map shows the 100 closest transit stops to the central coordinates.
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62.7% of residents in Traralgon report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 81% of areas nationally. 7.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.0 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Mortality data and chronic illness statistics indicate health challenges within the community. The rate of private health insurance coverage is slightly ahead of the average SA2 region, covering approximately 53% of the population (~14,842 people), compared to 50.5% in Regional Vic. Mental health conditions and arthritis are the most prevalent diagnoses, affecting 9.8% and 9.7% of residents. Conversely, 62.7% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic. Elevated rates of chronic illness are noted among the working-age cohort. Residents aged 65 and over make up 20.2% of the population (5,611 people), which is lower than the Regional Vic.
average of 23.9%. Health outcomes for the senior demographic are consistent with wider national trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Traralgon is largely Australian-born, at 86.2% of residents, with 7.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.3%) and Australian (29.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity metrics are below average, with citizens making up 88.4% of the population, Australian-born residents accounting for 86.2%, and English-only households representing 92.2%. Christianity is the largest religious group, representing 45.3% of residents. The most distinct statistical variation is within the Jewish community, which represents 0.1% of the population, matching the 0.1% average for Regional Vic. The primary ancestries reported are English at 30.3%, Australian at 29.4%, and Scottish at 8.7%. Variations exist in other groups, with Dutch heritage accounting for 2.8% of the local population (compared to 1.7% regionally), Maltese at 1.1% (compared to 0.5% regionally), and Italian at 3.6% (compared to 2.9% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Traralgon is 39. 26.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age is 39 years, which is younger than the Regional Vic. average of 43 years and close to the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Regional Vic., there is a higher proportion of young adults aged 25 - 34 (14.9%) and a lower share of older adults aged 65 - 74 (10.7%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age bracket has increased from 12.4% to 13.6% of the population, while the 55 to 64 group declined from 12.4% to 11.4%. Future projections to 2041 indicate demographic shifts, with the 25 to 34 age bracket expected to grow by 48% (1,986 people) to reach 6,126 from 4,139, while the 55 to 64 cohort will see a modest 3% increase (82 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Traralgon
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 15 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 586 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (26,907 at the 2021 Census → 27,780 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL22569). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.