Wandin North

An assessment of population growth drivers in Wandin North reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, the population of Wandin North is estimated at around 3,177, reflecting an increase of 45 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 3,132. This growth is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 3,160 following examination of ABS's latest ERP data release in June 2024 and validation of an additional 12 new addresses since the Census date. The suburb's population density is approximately 191 persons per square kilometer. Wandin North's growth rate of 1.4% since the census positions it within 2.6 percentage points of its SA3 area (4.0%). Natural growth contributed approximately 75.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch's projections for Wandin North, based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, anticipate a future population increase just below the median of statistical areas analysed.

By 2041, the suburb is expected to grow by 216 persons, reflecting an overall increase of 6.3% over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Wandin North recorded around 4 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past 5 financial years (FY-21 to FY-25), approximately 22 homes were approved, with another 5 so far in FY-26. This results in an average of about 0.5 new residents per year per dwelling constructed during these years.

The supply is meeting or exceeding demand, offering more buyer choices and potential for population growth beyond projections. New properties are being developed at an average cost of $618,000, indicating a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In FY-26, there have been $5.6 million in commercial approvals, suggesting limited commercial development activity compared to Greater Melbourne (65.0% below regional average per person). This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established homes. Recent development has consisted entirely of detached houses, maintaining the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers.

As of now, there are estimated to be 1269 people in the area per dwelling approval. Population forecasts indicate Wandin North will gain 199 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Wandin North has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project likely affecting this region. Key projects are Mount Evelyn Water Treatment Plant, Yarra Ranges Council Drainage Infrastructure Program, Dandenong Ranges Environmental Protection Program, and South East Melbourne Recycled Water Supply Infrastructure Upgrades. The following list details those most relevant:.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Wandin North performing better than 85% of local markets assessed across Australia

Wandin North has a skilled workforce with the construction sector prominent. As of December 2025, its unemployment rate is 2.2%, lower than Greater Melbourne's 4.8%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 1.8%.

Workforce participation in Wandin North is similar to Greater Melbourne's 71.3%. About 21.5% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts are noted. Major employment sectors include construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Construction employment is notably high at twice the regional average, while professional & technical jobs comprise just 5.5%, below Greater Melbourne's 10.1%.

Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census data comparisons. Over a 12-month period ending in May-25, employment increased by 1.8% alongside labour force growth of 1.8%, keeping unemployment relatively stable. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw employment grow by 2.4% and labour force by 2.8%, with a slight unemployment rise. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Wandin North's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 indicates that Wandin North had a median income among taxpayers of $48,152 and an average income of $61,404. These figures are below the national averages. In comparison, Greater Melbourne had a median income of $57,688 and an average income of $75,164 in the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.25% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $52,125 (median) and $66,470 (average). According to Census 2021 income data, Wandin North's household, family, and personal incomes cluster around the 56th percentile nationally. The earnings profile shows that 38.5% of residents (1,223 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, which is reflective of regional patterns. After housing expenses, 86.1% of income remains for other expenses. Wandin North's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

Wandin North's dwellings, as recorded in the latest Census, consisted of 99.7% houses and 0.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Melbourne metro's 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wandin North was at 37.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 52.1% and rented ones at 10.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, lower than Melbourne metro's $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $368, compared to Melbourne metro's $390. Nationally, Wandin North's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,950 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were lower at $368 than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 81.4% of all households, including 40.0% couples with children, 30.5% couples without children, and 10.2% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 18.6%, with lone person households at 17.3% and group households making up 0.8%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Wandin North aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 17.9%, significantly lower than Greater Melbourne's average of 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 13.1%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.5%) and postgraduate qualifications (2.3%). Vocational credentials are common, with 42.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.9%) and certificates (30.8%). Educational participation is high, with 25.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 8.8% in primary education, 7.7% in secondary education, and 2.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Wandin North has 15 operational public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by two routes that combined offer 157 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is deemed good, with residents on average located 301 meters from the nearest stop. The area is predominantly residential, and most commuters travel outwards; cars remain the primary mode of transport at 95%. On average, there are 2.1 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 21.5% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency averages 22 trips per day across all routes, equating to roughly 10 weekly trips per individual stop.

Wandin North's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Health data shows positive outcomes for Wandin North residents, with AreaSearch's analysis revealing mortality rates and health conditions similar to national averages. Common health conditions are low among the general population but higher among older, at-risk cohorts.

Private health cover is relatively low at 51% (approximately 1,624 people), compared to Greater Melbourne's 56.7%. Asthma and mental health issues are most common, affecting 8.8% and 8.4% respectively. 67.3% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Working-age population health outcomes are typical. The area has a higher proportion of seniors (21.1%, or 670 people), compared to Greater Melbourne's 15.1%. Senior health outcomes present some challenges but rank lower nationally than the broader population.

Wandin North is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Wandin North, as per data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics Census 2016, had a low cultural diversity with 87.6% of its population born in Australia, 94.1% being citizens, and 95.4% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 43.6%. Buddhism, though small at 1.1%, was overrepresented compared to Greater Melbourne's 4.2%.

The top three ancestral groups were English (32.5%), Australian (29.7%), and Scottish (7.4%), all higher than regional averages of 20.1%, 18.4% respectively, with notable Dutch (4.5%) Hungarian (0.4%), and French (0.7%) populations compared to regional figures of 1.2%, 0.3%, and 0.5%.

Wandin North's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Wandin North is 39 years, which is higher than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 years and close to the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, the 65-74 age cohort is notably over-represented in Wandin North at 11.9%, while the 35-44 age group is under-represented at 12.0%. Post-2021 Census data shows that the 65 to 74 age group has grown from 10.0% to 11.9% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 5.2% to 7.1%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 age group has declined from 14.3% to 12.2%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Wandin North, with the 75 to 84 age group expected to grow by 41%, reaching 317 people from 225. Residents aged 65 and older are anticipated to represent 82% of the population growth. Meanwhile, the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.