Werribee South

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

The population of Werribee South was estimated at around 2,339 as of May 2026, reflecting a decrease of 53 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 2,392. This estimation is based on AreaSearch's examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and validation of five new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio is 63 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, Werribee South has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.2%, outpacing Greater Melbourne. Overseas migration contributed approximately 55% to overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers being positive factors. AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered by this data, VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023 are used with adjustments made employing weighted aggregation methods. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. According to aggregated SA2-level projections, Werribee South is predicted to experience exceptional growth, placing it in the top 10 percent of national statistical areas, with an expected expansion of 1,036 persons by 2041, reflecting a gain of 44.3% over the 16 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Werribee South according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Werribee South shows approximately 1 new home approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling around 5 homes. No approvals have been recorded so far in FY-26. On average, 20.6 new residents arrive per year for each dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25.

This supply lag may indicate heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. Werribee South has seen substantially reduced construction compared to Greater Melbourne, which can reinforce demand and pricing for existing properties. However, development activity has increased recently. Nationally, construction levels are lower than the market average, suggesting possible development constraints. All new construction in Werribee South consists of standalone homes, maintaining its traditional low-density character with a focus on family homes.

Developers are constructing more detached housing than previously indicated (75.0% at Census), reflecting strong demand for family homes. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 953 people. Future projections show Werribee South adding 1,036 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Werribee South has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified seven projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Harpley Estate, Wyndham Harbour Marina Development, Future Mambourin Train Station, and Windermere Estate Mambourin. The following list details those most relevant.

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Werribee South has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Werribee South has a skilled workforce with notable representation in the construction sector. The area's unemployment rate was 5.3% as of December 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 2.2% over the past year. This figure is based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data.

As of the same date, 1,405 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 0.5% higher than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%. Workforce participation in Werribee South stood at 73.2%, slightly higher than Greater Melbourne's 69.9%. According to Census responses, 23.8% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment is concentrated in construction, agriculture, forestry & fishing, and health care & social assistance.

Notably, agriculture, forestry & fishing has employment levels at 18.9 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services are under-represented with only 4.8% of Werribee South's workforce compared to Greater Melbourne's 10.1%. The ratio of 0.9 workers per resident indicates substantial local employment opportunities. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 2.2% while the labour force grew by 2.1%, keeping the unemployment rate relatively stable at around 5.3%. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 2.4% and labour force growth of 2.8%, resulting in a 0.3 percentage point rise in its unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Werribee South. These projections estimate national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates across industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Werribee South's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by approximately 5.9% over five years and 12.3% over ten years, though these figures are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localised population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch released postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023. Werribee South's median income among taxpayers was $50,789, with an average of $62,978. Nationally, this is lower than the average. In Greater Melbourne, the median was $57,688 and the average was $75,164. Based on a 9.62% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023, estimates for March 2026 are approximately $55,675 (median) and $69,036 (average). Census data shows personal income ranks at the 60th percentile ($857 weekly), with household income at the 41st percentile. The $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 32.2% of Werribee South's community (753 individuals). This pattern is similar to the region where 32.8% occupy this range. After housing costs, 85.0% of income remains for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Werribee South, as evaluated at the Census conducted on 28 August 2016, consisted of 74.6% houses and 25.4% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This is compared to Melbourne metropolitan area's structure which was 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings at the same time. In Werribee South, home ownership stood at 41.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 26.9% and rented dwellings at 31.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,127 as of August 2016, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $350. In comparison, Melbourne metropolitan area had average mortgage repayments of $2,000 and weekly rents of $390 during the same period. Nationally, Werribee South's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower than the national figure of $375 at that time.

Werribee South features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households compose 66.1% of all households, including 25.8% couples with children, 30.0% couples without children, and 8.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 33.9%, with lone person households at 31.7% and group households comprising 2.4%. The median household size is 2.3 people, smaller than Greater Melbourne's average of 2.6.

Werribee South shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

The area's university qualification rate is 21.1%, significantly lower than the SA3 area average of 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 14.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Vocational credentials are held by 34.1% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 12.0% and certificates at 22.1%. Educational participation is high, with 26.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 8.1% in primary, 7.8% in secondary, and 4.7% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 26.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.1% in primary education, 7.8% in secondary education, and 4.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Werribee South has 14 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. There is one route serving these stops, providing a total of 226 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility in the area is moderate, with residents located an average of 529 meters from their nearest stop. The majority of residents commute outwards daily. Car remains the primary mode of transport, used by 86% of residents, while walking accounts for 8%. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling, higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 23.8% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 32 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 16 weekly trips per individual stop.

Werribee South's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data shows Werribee South residents have relatively positive health outcomes. Mortality rates and health conditions in the area are broadly in line with national benchmarks.

The prevalence of common health conditions is quite low across both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 52% (~1,210 people) of the total population has private health cover, compared to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. The most common medical conditions are arthritis (9.5%) and asthma (7.6%). A total of 67.7% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Working-age residents show an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 20.3% of residents aged 65 and over (474 people), higher than the 15.0% in Greater Melbourne. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Werribee South was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Werribee South had a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 27.2% of its residents born overseas and 21.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Werribee South, accounting for 63.7% of the population, compared to 43.0% across Greater Melbourne. The top three ancestry groups were English (19.7%), Australian (18.7%), and Italian (12.3%), with Italians being significantly more represented than the regional average of 5.2%.

Some other ethnic groups also had notable differences in representation: Maltese at 3.6% (regional average 1.1%), Welsh at 0.9% (regional average 0.4%), and Greek at 6.0% (regional average 2.7%).

Werribee South hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age in Werribee South is 45 years, significantly higher than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Werribee South has a higher proportion of residents aged 65-74 (12.7%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (9.3%). According to the 2021 Census, the population aged 15-24 increased from 11.4% to 12.7%, and the 35-44 age group grew from 13.6% to 14.7%. Conversely, the 25-34 age group decreased from 11.6% to 9.3%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Werribee South's age structure, with the 45-54 age group expected to grow by 60%, reaching 578 people from its current total of 360.