Truganina

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Sales ActivityProperty Sales Trends in Truganina

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DemographicsPopulation Growth in Truganina

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Truganina has an estimated 53,467 residents, up from 36,305 at the 2021 Census — a change of 17,162 people, or 47.3%. Growth has averaged 8.9% a year over five years, faster than 97% of areas nationally. 4,298 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 54.0% of that increase. That puts 866 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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According to ABS demographic updates and post-Census address verification by AreaSearch, the suburb of Truganina has an estimated population of 53,467 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 17,162 residents (47.3%) compared to the 2021 Census baseline of 36,305. The estimate builds on a resident population baseline of 53,004 calculated from the June 2025 ABS ERP publication, combined with 4,298 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The suburb has a population density of 866 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with standard benchmarks across AreaSearch reviewed locations.

With its 47.3% surge since the 2021 Census, the suburb outpaced both the Victorian state growth rate of 9.3% and national benchmarks, securing its position as a major regional growth hub. The primary growth driver was interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 54.0% of total demographic growth, with natural increases and overseas migration also playing positive roles. Projections for the SA2 area rely on 2024 ABS and Geoscience Australia releases using 2022 as a baseline. Where specific data is missing, calculations incorporate Victorian State Government LGA-to-SA2 projections from 2023, utilizing a weighted aggregation method. Growth trends by age brackets derived from these models are carried forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Future expectations point to rapid demographic expansion in the top 10 percent of the nation, with the suburb of Truganina projected to add 53,736 residents by 2041, equivalent to a 98.9% total increase over the 16 years.

Frequently Asked Questions - Population

What is the latest population estimate for the suburb of Truganina?
Total population for the suburb of Truganina was estimated to be approximately 53,467 as at May 26. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 53,004 from the ABS up to June 2025.
How has the population in the suburb of Truganina changed since 2021?
The suburb of truganina has added approximately 17,162 people and shown a 47.27% increase from the 36,305 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
What is the population density in the suburb of Truganina?
The population density in the suburb of Truganina is estimated at 866 persons per square kilometer based on the latest population estimate.
How much has the population grown over the past 10 years in the suburb of Truganina?
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Truganina has shown a compound annual growth rate of 10.7% per annum.
What are the main drivers of population growth in the suburb of Truganina?
Population growth in the suburb of Truganina is driven by: Interstate migration (54.0%), Natural increase (23.0%), Overseas migration (23.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 54.0% of overall population gains.

Residential SupplyHousing Development & Building Approvals in Truganina

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6,951 new dwellings have been approved in Truganina over the past five years, an average of 1,390 a year. That places the area in the 98th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 26 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 1,234 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 89% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 720, well below 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 ABS building approvals indicates that the suburb of Truganina averages approximately 1,390 residential approvals annually, totaling 6,951 homes across the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) alongside 660 approvals during FY-26 so far. The ratio of 2.6 new residents added for every completed home between FY-21 and FY-25 highlights steady demand that is expected to underpin property values. Newly approved dwellings carry an average construction value of $422,000, slightly surpassing regional benchmarks and indicating a focus on higher-tier builds. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $406.0 million during the current financial year, demonstrating considerable commercial development momentum.

Recent residential construction is comprised of 89.0% standalone houses and 11.0% medium-to-high density housing, sustaining the low-density profile of the locality with a preference for detached houses suited to buyers seeking spacious layouts. With an average of roughly 46 people per approval, the suburb of Truganina exhibits characteristics of an expanding greenfield area. Long-term projections indicate the suburb of Truganina will welcome 52,871 additional residents by 2041 relative to the most recent quarterly estimate. Current construction volumes seem well-matched to anticipated requirements, supporting stable market balances without major pressure on values.

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How many dwelling approvals have occurred in the suburb of Truganina recently?
Dwelling approval activity in the the suburb of Truganina area has seen 2,214 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Truganina's current population of 53,467 has been supported by 1,390 approvals on average over recent years.
How does the suburb of Truganina's development activity compare to the broader region?
The suburb of Truganina has seen 3.52 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.9 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 46 people in the suburb of Truganina, compared to one for every 125 in the broader region.
Is the suburb of Truganina keeping up with housing demand?
With the population expected to increase by 52,871 people by 2041, around 17,624 new dwellings will be necessary. Recent approval levels may be insufficient to meet these forecasts, considering the census average of 3.0 persons per dwelling.
What has been the trend in development approvals over the past five years in the suburb of Truganina?
Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Truganina's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 1,390, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
How many dwellings will be needed to accommodate future population growth in the suburb of Truganina?
The population in the suburb of Truganina is expected to grow by 52,871 people by 2041, necessitating approximately 17,624 new dwellings. This calculation is based on the current census average of 3.0 persons per dwelling in the area.
How does recent development compare to population growth in the suburb of Truganina?
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Truganina has grown by approximately 49,236 people, while 6,951 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 7.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Are there opportunities for residential developers in the suburb of Truganina?
With dwelling approval activity running at an average of 1,390 approvals per year and a population of 53,467, the market appears to be reasonably balanced between supply and demand, presenting moderate opportunities for well-positioned developments. With the population expected to increase by 52,871 people by 2041, around 17,624 new dwellings will be necessary. Current approval trends may be insufficient to meet forecast demand, indicating strong development opportunities.
Approvals Pipeline Development applications near Truganina

Development applications around Truganina

Development approvals is a new addition to AreaSearch. We’re actively expanding council coverage and refining the dataset — details and statuses for some councils may be partial. Check back regularly for the latest pipeline.
Application search is not available in Victoria. AreaSearch holds 9 applications for Truganina, but they are a record of past activity rather than a current register. Victoria has no state-wide planning portal and its council coverage is uneven, so we have switched the search off here rather than return partial answers. We are currently investigating a solution. No credits are charged for Victorian applications, and building approvals from the ABS and the major projects we track are unaffected.

SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.

Project PipelineInfrastructure & Major Projects in Truganina

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AreaSearch tracks 23 current infrastructure and development projects inside Truganina, worth an estimated $7.29 billion. A further 88 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $26.2 billion. 40 are already under construction and 38 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, transport & logistics and residential development. 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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Infrastructure upgrades, major works, and urban planning changes represent key influences on local performance. In total, 107 projects have been identified as having a potential impact on the local area. Key developments include Alamora Tarneit, Leakes Road Data Centre, Fortitude Drive Reserve, and Truganina Railway Station.

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What are some of the major infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Truganina?
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Truganina include: Alamora Tarneit (Construction); Leakes Road Data Centre (Approved); Fortitude Drive Reserve (Construction); Truganina Railway Station (Planning); and Woods Road Datacenter (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
What types of infrastructure projects are impacting the suburb of Truganina?
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Truganina spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Business Parks & Technology Hubs, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
What is the scale of infrastructure investment impacting the suburb of Truganina?
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates substantial capital deployment exceeding $3.1 billion in projects that will impact the extended area, with a notable concentration of investment within the immediate the suburb of Truganina vicinity.
How does the suburb of Truganina's infrastructure development compare to other areas?
The suburb of Truganina ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
Fortitude Drive Reserve
Category: Sports & Recreation
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2026
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Two-stage development of an active open space and athletics precinct in Truganina. Stage One ($10.1 million) is now complete and open, delivering an athletics facility, car park, play space, grassed multi-use kickabout area, circuit track, path network, lighting, shelters, and BBQ and picnic facilities. Stage Two will deliver a sports pavilion with social room, change rooms, storerooms, kiosk and public toilet, with construction expected to commence imminently. Supported by a $908,000 Victorian Government grant. Located adjacent to Bemin Secondary College on Morris Road.

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Leakes Road Data Centre
Category: Business Parks & Technology Hubs
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2027
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A major data centre facility for Amazon Web Services (AWS) within the AWS Asia Pacific Melbourne Region. The site was acquired for $137.5 million in 2023 and has recently commenced physical construction to support advanced AI applications, cloud storage, and networking services. The project is part of a broader $20 billion AWS investment in Australian digital infrastructure over five years.

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Stockland Grandview
Category: Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2035
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Stockland Grandview is a 138-hectare masterplanned community in Truganina planned to deliver around 1,700 homes. Construction continues across multiple residential stages, while the new Local Convenience Centre on Altezze Drive is under construction with completion expected during 2027. Mindalk Primary School opened for Term 1 2026, supporting the growing community alongside parks, conservation reserves, walking trails and the free community bus to Rockbank Station.

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Woods Road Datacenter
Category: Business Parks & Technology Hubs
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2025
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Microsoft's Woods Road datacenter is a 120,000 square metre facility under construction in Truganina, Victoria, forming part of the Azure availability zone in the Australia Southeast region. The facility provides physical infrastructure for cloud services supporting apps, virtual meetings, online gaming, and critical services for businesses, government, hospitals, and schools. General contractor is Kapitol Group; energy provider is AusNet Services; architect is METIER3. Construction commenced December 2022 with a mid-2025 target completion. As of early 2025, structural works, roofing, facade, car park, walkways, and landscaping were complete, with building fit-out and substation construction ongoing.

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Melbourne Business Park
Category: Business Parks & Technology Hubs
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2035
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Melbourne Business Park is a 260-hectare masterplanned industrial and logistics precinct in Truganina, around 25 kilometres west of the Melbourne CBD. Jointly developed by Stockland and Mt Atkinson Holdings, the estate has an estimated end value of around 2 billion AUD and is planned to deliver approximately 1 million square metres of warehouse and logistics space at full buildout, making it one of the largest masterplanned industrial precincts in Melbourne's western corridor. The 95-hectare first stage is well advanced, with completed and committed tenants including New Aim (31,500 square metre distribution centre at 90 Melbourne Drive, 5-Star Green Star Buildings v1 certified), DHL (two prime-grade warehouses totalling 58,190 square metres at 80 Melbourne Drive, now held by IFM Investors), Makita, Ashi Hire, Califam, Pelligra, Winslow and Universal.Leasing activity has continued through 2025, including a pre-completion deal for a 6,090 square metre facility at 33 Rhine Road secured by fibreglass manufacturer Tricomposite. The estate is positioned around 2 kilometres from the Western Freeway, 18 kilometres from the Port of Melbourne, 18 kilometres from Melbourne Airport and 2.4 kilometres from the proposed Mt Atkinson train station. Sustainability features across the precinct include rooftop solar arrays, EV charging, energy-efficient lighting, electric forklifts and rainwater harvesting. Subsequent stages will continue to be released through the late 2020s and into the 2030s.

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Truganina Railway Station
Category: Transport & Logistics
Stage: Planning | Est. Comp: 0
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Proposed railway station on the Deer Park-West Werribee railway line to serve the growing suburb of Truganina. The Victorian Government has committed funding for the design phase, and Wyndham City Council is actively advocating for construction funding to support the rapidly growing population in Melbourne's west.

Transport & Logistics

Truganina South East Community Precinct
Category: Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Completed | Est. Comp: 2023
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The Truganina South East Community Precinct is a community development providing a wide range of facilities including the Koomail Tardy Community Centre with early education, kindergarten, maternal and child health services, and specialist support for children. It also includes active open spaces with sports fields, pavilion, tennis courts, playgrounds, and picnic areas.

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Alamora Tarneit
Category: Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2028
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Alamora is Villawood Properties' flagship masterplanned community in Tarneit, around 30 km from Melbourne CBD. The project includes more than 2000 residential lots, over 15 hectares of open space, parks, wetlands, a major display village with 23 builders and 51 homes, and resident amenities including Club Alamora with pools, gym, cafe, function spaces and community facilities. As at the Autumn 2026 construction update, the estate remains in staged delivery, with Stage 32 at 46 percent complete and Stage 33 at 39 percent complete, while Stages 16 and 17 are titled.Club Alamora was completed in May 2025.

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Jobs & IndustryEmployment Trends in Truganina

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28,733 residents of Truganina are employed, from a labour force of 29,864. Unemployment sits at 3.8%, with participation at 77.9%. 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, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. 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 exhibits high qualification rates alongside strong representation in professional services, maintaining an unemployment rate of 3.8% and recording a 4.9% increase in total employment over the previous year. As of March 2026, working residents numbered 28,733, with unemployment sitting 1.0% lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%. The workforce participation rate of 77.9% significantly exceeds the Greater Melbourne average of 70.2%. Census records indicate that 26.3% of the working population worked from home, though this figure was influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns. The primary employment sectors for residents are transport, postal & warehousing, health care & social assistance, and retail trade.

The local labor force is highly concentrated in transport, postal & warehousing, representing a share 2.7 times greater than the regional average. Conversely, education & training accounts for only 5.8% of local employment, compared to 9.2% across Greater Melbourne. A comparison of Census employment figures against localized job counts suggests a significant portion of residents travel outside the area for work. Analysis of SALM and ABS data shows that during the year leading to March 2026, total employment grew by 4.9% and the labor force grew by 5.6%, which resulted in a 0.6 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same period, Greater Melbourne experienced a 2.1% increase in employment, a 2.3% increase in the labor force, and a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia projections from May-25 provide further context for future labor demand. These five and ten-year national forecasts have been applied to local profiles to model future trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary by sector. Applying these trends to the local workforce mix yields an estimated employment growth of 6.5% over five years and 13.4% over ten years.

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What is the employment situation in the suburb of Truganina?
As of March 2026, the suburb of Truganina has approximately 28,733 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.8%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
How does the suburb of Truganina's unemployment rate compare to the broader region?
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Truganina stands at 3.8%, which is 1.0 percentage points below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
What are the major employment sectors in the suburb of Truganina?
The employment landscape in the suburb of Truganina is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are transport, postal & warehousing (14.1% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.6%), and retail trade (9.5%). Other significant employers include professional & technical and construction.
How has employment changed recently in the suburb of Truganina?
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Truganina has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has rise. By comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
What is the workforce participation rate in the suburb of Truganina?
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Truganina is 77.9%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Melbourne average of 70.2%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
Which industries are over-represented in the suburb of Truganina's employment market?
The suburb of truganina shows notable specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, which employs 14.1% of the local workforce compared to 5.2% regionally. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.7, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area.
What are the employment growth prospects for the suburb of Truganina?
Based on Jobs and Skills Australia projections applied to the suburb of Truganina's industry mix, employment is expected to grow by 6.5% over the next five years and 13.4% over ten years. This compares to national growth expectations of 6.6% over five years. Steady growth is anticipated across multiple sectors, providing diverse employment opportunities.
How does the job market in the suburb of Truganina compare nationally?
The suburb of truganina's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 8.9% decline, ranking 34.0th out of 37 regions nationally.
What employment opportunities exist for skilled workers in the suburb of Truganina?
Skilled workers will find good opportunities in the suburb of Truganina, with skilled sectors accounting for 36.4% of employment. Key sectors for skilled workers include health care & social assistance (13.6%), professional & technical (8.3%), and finance & insurance (6.6%). With projected employment growth of 6.5% over five years, demand for skilled workers is expected to remain strong.

EarningsHousehold Income in Truganina

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Median household income in Truganina is $2,126 a week (about $111,000 a year), with median personal income at $887 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,266 a year against an average of $61,605. 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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According to the latest ATO postcode-level tax data released for the financial year 2023, tax-paying residents in the suburb of Truganina recorded a median income of $53,266 and an average income of $61,605. These figures sit below national averages, and compare to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 in Greater Melbourne. Adjusted for a 9.62% Wage Price Index increase since the financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 stand at a median of $58,390 and an average of $67,531. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual earnings placed the suburb at the 69th percentile nationwide.

The dominant income bracket consists of 44.0% of tax-paying residents earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (23,525 residents), compared to 32.8% of the population regionally. Housing expenditures account for 18.8% of income, leaving disposable earnings at the 69th percentile nationally, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 6th decile.

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What is the median taxable income in the suburb of Truganina?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Truganina is approximately $58,390. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $53,266.
What is the average taxable income in the suburb of Truganina?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Truganina is approximately $67,531. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $61,605.
How does the median taxable income in the suburb of Truganina compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Truganina is approximately $58,390 compared to $63,238 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $53,266 and $57,688 respectively.
How does the average taxable income in the suburb of Truganina compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Truganina is approximately $67,531 compared to $82,395 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $61,605 and $75,164 respectively.
What are the main income cohorts in the suburb of Truganina according to the 2021 Census?
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~44.0% / 23,525 persons) of the suburb of Truganina's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
How do the main income cohorts in the suburb of Truganina compare to the region?
The largest income cohort in the suburb of Truganina is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 44.0% of the population. In comparison, Greater Melbourne's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.8% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
What is the median household income in the suburb of Truganina according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Truganina is $2,126/wk.
What is the median family income in the suburb of Truganina according to the 2021 Census?
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Truganina is $2,108/wk.
What is the median personal income in the suburb of Truganina according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Truganina is $887/wk.
How does the suburb of Truganina's income rank nationally?
The suburb of Truganina's income level is lower than average on a national basis according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The suburb of Truganina's median income among taxpayers is $53,266 and the average income stands at $61,605, which compares to figures for Greater Melbourne's of $57,688 and $75,164 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $58,390 (median) and $67,531 (average) as of March 2026.
What is the disposable income in the suburb of Truganina?
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Truganina is $7,483 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
How does the suburb of Truganina's disposable income compare to the region?
The suburb of truganina's disposable income is $7,483 compared to $6,948 for Greater Melbourne, based on AreaSearch analysis.

Housing StockHousing & Dwellings in Truganina

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Truganina had 9,845 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 91% detached houses and 0% apartments. 60% are owned with a mortgage, 32% rented and 9% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $390 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month, a total housing cost higher than 92% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 18.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.7%. 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 profile at the latest Census consisted of 90.8% detached houses and 9.2% other housing formats (including townhouses, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Melbourne. The home ownership rate stood at 8.6%, with mortgaged properties representing 59.5% of homes and rental properties making up 31.9%. Median monthly mortgage costs matched the metropolitan Melbourne average of $2,000, while median weekly rent was recorded at $390, matching the metropolitan Melbourne median of $390. Locally, mortgage obligations are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents exceed the national median of $375.

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What percentage of homes are owned vs rented in the suburb of Truganina?
In the suburb of Truganina, 8.6% of homes are owned outright, 59.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 31.9% are rented.
What percentage of dwellings in the suburb of Truganina are houses?
According to the latest data, 90.8% of dwellings in the suburb of Truganina are houses.
What percentage of dwellings in the suburb of Truganina are apartments or units?
In the suburb of Truganina, 0.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 9.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
What is the level of outright home ownership in the suburb of Truganina?
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Truganina stands at 8.6%, compared to 30.7% in Greater Melbourne.
What is the median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Truganina?
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Truganina is $2,000, compared to $2,000 in Greater Melbourne.
What is the median weekly rent in the suburb of Truganina?
The median weekly rent in the suburb of Truganina is $390, compared to $390 in Greater Melbourne.
What is the distribution of rental prices in the suburb of Truganina?
In the suburb of Truganina, 1.4% of rentals are $0-149/week, 13.5% are $150-349/week, 83.2% are $350-649/week, 0.9% are $650-949/week, and 1.1% are $950+/week.
What is the average monthly housing cost in the suburb of Truganina?
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Truganina is $1,729, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
What percentage of income do residents spend on housing in the suburb of Truganina?
In the suburb of Truganina, households with mortgages typically spend 21.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.3% of their income on rent.
How crowded are homes in the suburb of Truganina?
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Truganina is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
How does housing affordability in the suburb of Truganina compare to the region?
Housing affordability in the suburb of Truganina shows mortgage holders spending 21.7% of income on repayments (vs 24.3% regionally), while renters spend 18.3% of income on rent (vs 20.5% regionally).
What types of dwellings are most common in the suburb of Truganina?
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Truganina consists of 90.8% detached houses, 9.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.2% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
What is the weighted average housing cost based on tenure mix in the suburb of Truganina?
Given the tenure profile of the area, the weighted average monthly housing cost is approximately $1,729. This accounts for outright owners paying no housing costs, mortgage holders paying $2,000/month, and renters paying $1,689/month.
How affordable is housing in the suburb of Truganina relative to local incomes?
Housing in Truganina consumes approximately 18.8% of median household income ($9,206 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
How do proposed developments compare to existing housing types in the suburb of Truganina?
Recent development applications in Truganina show attached dwellings contributing 14% of approvals compared to 9% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 86% of applications versus 91% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.

HouseholdsHousehold Composition in Truganina

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Truganina counted 9,845 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 14,499 today, averaging 3.4 people each. 58% are couples with children, more than in 98% of areas nationally, against 18% couples without children. 10% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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Families make up 85.7% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 58.1%, couples without children at 17.5%, and single parents at 8.6%. Non-family households account for the remaining 14.3%, with lone person households representing 9.8% and group households making up 4.6% of the total. The median household occupancy is 3.4 persons, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

Frequently Asked Questions - Households

How many households are in the suburb of Truganina?
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Truganina had 9,845 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 47.3% to an estimated 14,499 households today.
What is the typical household size?
The median household size in the suburb of Truganina is 3.4 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Melbourne and reflects the area's household composition mix.
What types of households are most common?
Family households dominate at 85.7% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (9.8%), group households (4.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
How are families structured in the area?
Among the 8,437 family households, 58.1% are couples with children, 17.5% are couples without children at home, and 8.6% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
How does the suburb of Truganina compare to regional household patterns?
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the suburb of Truganina shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 85.7% (versus 70.9% regionally). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 9.8% compared to the regional 24.8%. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
What is the average family size?
Families in the suburb of Truganina have an average of 1.5 children, slightly above the Greater Melbourne average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
What are the marriage patterns in the suburb of Truganina?
Marriage patterns reveal 61.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 30.5% have never married. This compares to 47.0% married and 38.0% never married across Greater Melbourne.
How significant are single-person households?
Single-person households represent 9.8% of all households in the suburb of Truganina, notably lower than the regional average of 24.8%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Are shared living arrangements common?
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 4.6% of households, well below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.3%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
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EducationSchools & Education in Truganina

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45.6% of adults in Truganina hold a university qualification, including 26.5% with a bachelor degree and 16.8% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 87% of areas nationally. A further 12.0% hold a vocational qualification. 12 schools serve the area, with 10,449 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,063 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 qualifications are highly concentrated, with 45.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.0% across the SA4 region. This qualification rate positions the community well for professional services roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 26.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 16.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational training is also well represented, with 25.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a technical qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 13.4% and certificates at 12.0%. Enrolment rates are high, with 40.0% of the population participating in formal education.

This comprises 15.5% in primary school, 7.0% in high school, and 5.8% in higher education or university programs.

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What percentage of people in the suburb of Truganina have university qualifications?
45.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Truganina have university qualifications, compared to 37.0% in the broader region.
What percentage of people in the suburb of Truganina have no formal qualifications?
29.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Truganina have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.2% regionally.
How does the suburb of Truganina's education level compare to national averages?
The suburb of truganina ranks in the 87th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
What types of qualifications are most common in the suburb of Truganina?
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Truganina are: Bachelor Degree (26.5%), Postgraduate (16.8%), Advanced Diploma (13.4%).
What proportion of the suburb of Truganina's population is currently attending educational institutions?
40.0% of the population in the suburb of Truganina is currently engaged in formal education, with 15.5% in primary school, 7.0% in secondary school, 5.8% at university.
What is the ICSEA score for schools in the suburb of Truganina?
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Truganina is 1063, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
How many schools are located within the suburb of Truganina?
There are 12 schools within the suburb of Truganina, with a combined enrollment of approximately 10,449 students.
What types of schools are available in the suburb of Truganina?
The suburb of truganina includes 6 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 4 combined schools.

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AmenitiesServices & Amenities in Truganina

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Getting AroundTransport & Commuting in Truganina

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Public transport in Truganina reaches 97 stops on 6 routes, timetabled for about 1,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 650 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 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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Public transport infrastructure consists of 97 bus stops operating locally. These stops are served by 6 routes, which provide a combined 1,404 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is limited, with residents living an average of 649 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles representing the main mode of travel at 84%, followed by trains at 10%. Average vehicle ownership stands at 1.5 cars per household, exceeding the regional average. A total of 26.3% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

Bus routes average 200 services per day across the network, which averages out to approximately 14 weekly services for each individual stop.

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How many public transport stops are in Truganina?
There are 97 public transport stops within the suburb of Truganina.
How frequent are the transport services in Truganina?
the suburb of Truganina has 1,404 weekly trips across 6 routes, averaging 200 trips per day.
How far are residents from public transport in Truganina?
On average, residential properties are 649 meters from the nearest transport stop.

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HealthcareHealth Services in Truganina

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87.5% of residents in Truganina report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 82% of areas nationally. 2.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.7 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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Health data shows positive results based on low mortality and chronic illness rates across age brackets, while the private health insurance rate is relatively low at 51% of the population (~27,385 people), compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne. Asthma and diabetes are the most common diagnosed conditions, affecting 4.4 and 3.5% of residents respectively, while 87.5% reported no long-term medical conditions compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Residents aged 65 and older represent 4.6% of the population (2,459 people), compared to 15.0% across Greater Melbourne. Senior health outcomes are strong, tracking in line with national averages.

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How many people in the suburb of Truganina have private health insurance?
Around 51.2% of people in the suburb of Truganina are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.7% in the broader region of Greater Melbourne.
What percentage of the population requires ongoing medical assistance in the suburb of Truganina?
In the suburb of Truganina, 2.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 5.5% of people in Greater Melbourne require similar assistance.
How prevalent is asthma in the suburb of Truganina?
4.4% of people in the suburb of Truganina are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.3% of the population across Greater Melbourne is affected by asthma.
What percentage of people have diabetes in the suburb of Truganina?
Diabetes affects 3.5% of the the suburb of Truganina population, while in the surrounding region, 4.1% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
What is the percentage of people with heart disease in the suburb of Truganina?
1.2% of people in the suburb of Truganina have heart disease. Across the region of Greater Melbourne, 3.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
How does the suburb of Truganina compare to the region in terms of overall private health coverage?
In the suburb of Truganina, 51.2% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Melbourne sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.7%.

Ancestry & LanguageCultural Diversity in Truganina

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61.6% of Truganina residents were born overseas and 74.0% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 98% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Indian (24.7%) and Australian (8.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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Cultural diversity is high, with 61.6% of residents born outside Australia and 74.0% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation at 26.8%, while Hinduism represents the most significant variation from broader trends at 22.4% of the population, compared to the Greater Melbourne average of 4.4%. Parental birth country records indicate the top three ancestries are Other at 34.3% (compared to 14.6% regionally), Indian at 24.7% (compared to 4.2% regionally), and Australian at 8.5% (compared to 18.4% regionally). Other represented groups include Filipino at 4.8% (compared to 1.3% regionally), Samoan at 1.7% (compared to 0.3% regionally), and Sri Lankan at 0.7% (compared to 0.8% regionally).

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What is the level of cultural diversity in the suburb of Truganina?
Truganina is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 61.6% of its population born overseas and 74.0% speaking a language other than English at home.
What is the most common religion in the suburb of Truganina?
The main religion in Truganina was found to be Christianity, which makes up 26.8% of people in Truganina. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 22.4% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.4%.
What are the top countries of origin in the suburb of Truganina?
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Truganina are Other, comprising 34.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 14.6%, Indian, comprising 24.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 4.2%, and Australian, comprising 8.5% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 18.4%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Filipino is notably overrepresented at 4.8% of Truganina (vs 1.3% regionally), Samoan at 1.7% (vs 0.3%) and Sri Lankan at 0.7% (vs 0.8%).
How does the percentage of people born overseas compare to the regional average?
61.6% of the the suburb of Truganina population was born overseas, compared to 37.3% regionally.
What percentage of the the suburb of Truganina population speaks a language other than English at home?
74.0% of the population in the suburb of Truganina speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 35.9% in the wider region.
How many people in the suburb of Truganina identify as Australian Aboriginal?
0.2% of the the suburb of Truganina population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 0.5% in the region.
What is the citizenship status of the population in the suburb of Truganina?
63.2% of the the suburb of Truganina population holds citizenship, compared to 81.1% in the wider region.

Age StructureAge Profile of Truganina

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The median resident of Truganina is 31, younger than 96% of areas nationally. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 29.0% 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 of 31 years is below the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and the national median of 38. The population shows a high concentration of residents aged 35 - 44 (24.0%) and a lower share of those aged 55 - 64 (4.7%). The 35 - 44 cohort is higher than the national average of 14.3%. Since 2021, the 45 to 54 cohort has increased from 7.6% to 10.1%, while the 25 to 34 cohort decreased from 22.2% to 18.3%, and the 0 to 4 group declined from 11.7% to 9.6%.

Demographic projections suggest the age profile will change by 2041, with the 35 to 44 cohort expected to grow by 10,576 people (82%) from 12,832 to 23,409.

Frequently Asked Questions - Age

What is the median age in the suburb of Truganina?
According to the latest data, the median age in the suburb of Truganina is 31 years.
How does the suburb of Truganina's median age compare to broader areas?
At 31 years, Truganina is 6 years younger than the Greater Melbourne average (37 years) and 7 years younger than the national average (38 years).
What age groups are over-represented in the suburb of Truganina?
The most over-represented age group in the suburb of Truganina compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 24.0% of the population.
What age groups are under-represented in the suburb of Truganina?
The most under-represented age group in the suburb of Truganina compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 4.7% of the population.
Are there age groups with notable population variances?
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Truganina show significant variance compared to the Greater Melbourne region. The most over-represented age groups are 0-4 year-olds (9.6% vs 5.6%) and 35-44 year-olds (24.0% vs 15.7%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.3% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (1.2% vs 5.1%).
What is the percentage of children (0-14 years) in the suburb of Truganina?
The percentage of children aged 0-14 years in the suburb of Truganina is 27.7%.
What is the percentage of older people (65+ years) in the suburb of Truganina?
The percentage of people aged 65 and over in the suburb of Truganina is 4.6%.

Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Truganina

Data currency Refreshed

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 23 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 — 4,298 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (36,305 at the 2021 Census → 53,467 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 (SAL22582). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.

Common questions about this page

How do Truganina suburb boundaries differ from Statistical Areas?
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/statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
Where does the data on this Truganina page come from?
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources — including ABS, Geoscience Australia, Valuer General, Provider directories, DEWR, JSA, State Transport Departments and ACARA — then aggregates them to the boundary shown and calculates the rankings, 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.
Is the Truganina data on this page just from the 2021 Census?
No. Most of this page is maintained well beyond the Census. Sourced entirely from current releases: development & approvals (Jun 2026), property sales & rents (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and services & amenities (Jul 2026). Built on a Census baseline but carrying newer measures on top: population (to May 2026), age profile (to May 2026), employment (to Mar 2026), income (to FY 2023), education (to Aug 2026), transport (to Jul 2026) and health (to 2024). Population and age cohorts in particular are re-based to the latest ABS Estimated Resident Population rather than left at 2021 counts. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.

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