Weir Views

Weir Views lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the suburb of Weir Views' population is estimated at around 7,346 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 2,998 people (69.0%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,348 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 7,172, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and an additional 805 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,355 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's 69.0% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (9.9%), along with the state, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration that contributed approximately 75.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023 with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Moving forward with demographic trends, exceptional growth, placing in the top 10 percent of national statistical areas, is predicted over the period with the suburb expected to increase by 4,344 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 37.8% in total over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Weir Views was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Weir Views shows approximately 258 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 1,291 homes. By FY-26, 82 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.7 people move to the area per dwelling built each year between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating balanced supply and demand with stable market conditions. The average construction value of new homes is $341,000.

This financial year, $1.9 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's residential nature. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Weir Views has 128.0% higher construction activity per person. However, recent construction activity has eased. Nationally, Weir Views' construction activity is well above average, suggesting strong developer confidence. New building activity comprises 97.0% detached dwellings and 3.0% attached dwellings, maintaining the area's suburban character focused on family homes.

The location has approximately 33 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate forecasts Weir Views to gain 2,777 residents by 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Weir Views has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Five projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to influence the local area's performance significantly. These include Maplewood Estate, Seventh Bend Estate, Harkness Cemetery Memorial Park, and Toolern Precinct Structure Plan (Melton South / Weir Views Growth Area). The following details those considered most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Weir Views recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Weir Views has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation. Its unemployment rate was 10.4% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 4.3%. As of September 2025, 2,520 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 5.8%, higher than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.7%.

Workforce participation lags at 61.4% compared to Greater Melbourne's 71.0%. A moderate 17.3% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries are health care & social assistance, transport, postal & warehousing, and construction. The area specializes in transport, postal & warehousing with an employment share 2.6 times the regional level.

Professional & technical services have limited presence at 5.2% compared to the regional 10.1%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 4.3%, labour force by 6.6%, resulting in a 1.9 percentage point rise in unemployment. In Greater Melbourne, employment grew by 3.0%, labour force expanded by 3.3%, with unemployment rising by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Weir Views' employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.0% over ten years.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

Weir Views' income level is lower than average nationally according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The suburb's median income among taxpayers is $56,653 and the average income stands at $63,949, compared to Greater Melbourne's figures of $57,688 and $75,164 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.25% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $61,327 (median) and $69,225 (average) as of September 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, incomes in Weir Views cluster around the 52nd percentile nationally. The earnings profile shows that 45.5% of locals (3,342 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region showing 32.8% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 79.6% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 47th percentile nationally.

Weir Views is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure in Weir Views, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 99.0% houses and 1.0% other dwellings. In comparison, Melbourne metro had 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Weir Views was 6.0%, with dwellings either mortgaged (52.3%) or rented (41.7%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,800, lower than Melbourne metro's $2,000 and the national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent figure was $352, below Melbourne metro's $390 and the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 85.0% of all households, including 48.7% couples with children, 17.8% couples without children, and 17.1% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 15.0%, with lone person households at 12.1% and group households making up 3.1%. The median household size is 3.3 people, larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 26.8%, significantly lower than Greater Melbourne's average of 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 16.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 35.3% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas (12.9%) and certificates (22.4%). Educational participation is high, with 37.7% currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes primary education (15.3%), secondary education (7.8%), and tertiary education (4.2%).

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

The analysis of public transport in Weir Views indicates that there are six active transport stops currently operating within the area. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with all being serviced by one individual route collectively providing 239 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport in this primarily residential area is rated as moderate, with residents typically located 535 meters from their nearest transport stop. Most residents commute outward, with the car remaining the dominant mode of transport at 90%, while 8% use the train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling, which is above the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, some 17.3% of residents work from home, a figure that may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency averages 34 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 39 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Weir Views are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Weir Views, as per AreaSearch's assessment, shows below-average health outcomes. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are higher than average for both younger and older age groups.

Private health cover is at approximately 52%, slightly above the average SA2 area but lower than Greater Melbourne's 56.7%. The most prevalent conditions are asthma (8.2%) and mental health issues (6.4%), with 79.9% of residents reporting no medical ailments, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Only 1.7% of residents are aged 65 and over (124 people), much lower than Greater Melbourne's 15.1%. National health rankings align with the general population.

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

Weir Views has a high level of cultural diversity, with 43.8% of its population born overseas and 48.1% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Weir Views, making up 41.2% of the population. Notably, the category 'Other' comprises 10.5% of the population, significantly higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.3%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups are Other (28.3%), Australian (17.7%), and English (16.0%). Some ethnic groups have notable representation in Weir Views: Samoan at 3.5% compared to the regional average of 0.3%, Maltese at 2.8% versus the regional average of 1.1%, and Sri Lankan at 1.0% compared to the regional average of 0.8%.

Weir Views hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

At 27 years, Weir Views's median age is notably under the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and also substantially under Australia's 38 years. Relative to Greater Melbourne, Weir Views has a higher concentration of 5 - 14 residents (22.2%) but fewer 65 - 74 year-olds (0.7%). This 5 - 14 concentration is well above the national 12.1%. Following the census conducted on August 3, 2021, the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 17.6% to 20.4% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort increased from 19.9% to 22.2%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 22.5% to 19.6% and the 65 to 74 group dropped from 2.1% to 0.7%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Weir Views. Leading this demographic shift, the 15 to 24 age group is projected to grow by 59%, adding 505 people and reaching a total of 1,358 from its previous count of 852. The 85+ age group displays more modest growth at 0%, with an increase of only 3 residents.