Yackandandah

Population growth drivers in Yackandandah are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Yackandandah is around 1,942 people. This reflects a decrease since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,008 people. The current estimate is based on AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and analysis of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025. This level of population results in a density ratio of 13.7 persons per square kilometer. Interstate migration contributed approximately 78.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with other drivers including natural growth and overseas migration also being positive factors.

AreaSearch is using ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises 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. Looking ahead, significant population increases are forecast for the top quartile of Australian non-metropolitan areas. According to aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb of Yackandandah is expected to increase by 666 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 34.2% in total over this 16-year period.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Yackandandah recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Yackandandah had around 11 dwellings receiving development approval per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 56 homes were approved, with one more in FY-26 so far. Each dwelling is estimated to bring in an average of 2.4 new residents annually over the past five financial years.

The average construction cost for new homes was $676,000, indicating a focus on premium properties. This year, there have been $626,000 in commercial approvals, suggesting minimal commercial development activity. Compared to Rest of Vic., Yackandandah has 18.0% lower construction activity per person and ranks at the 56th percentile nationally for new construction.

All approved constructions were detached houses, maintaining the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers, with approximately 274 people per dwelling approval. By 2041, Yackandandah is forecasted to gain 665 residents. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Yackandandah has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

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AreaSearch analysis places Yackandandah well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Yackandandah has a well-educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. As of December 2025, the unemployment rate is 2.1%. The area's unemployment rate is 1.5% lower than Regional Vic.'s rate of 3.7%, and its workforce participation matches Regional Vic.'s rate of 61.0%.

According to Census responses, 24.0% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries are health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Notably, the area has a high concentration in education & training, with employment levels at 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, retail trade shows lower representation at 7.9% compared to the regional average of 9.9%.

The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, the labour force decreased by 5.9%, employment declined by 6.5%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.7 percentage points. By comparison, Regional Vic.'s employment declined by 0.6% during this period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Yackandandah's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not consider localised population projections.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

The suburb of Yackandandah had an income level below the national average according to ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year ending June 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Yackandandah was $50,709 and the average income stood at $61,160. For Regional Vic., these figures were $50,954 and $62,728 respectively. Based on a 9.62% growth rate from March 2023 to March 2026 as per the Wage Price Index, estimated incomes for Yackandandah would be approximately $55,587 (median) and $67,044 (average) by March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Yackandandah ranked modestly, between the 45th and 51st percentiles. The largest income segment comprised 33.9% of residents earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (658 residents), similar to the metropolitan region where this cohort represented 30.3%. After housing costs, residents retained 88.9% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power and the area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 7th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Yackandandah, as per the latest Census, consisted of 93.4% houses and 6.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Regional Vic.'s 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Yackandandah was at 46.9%, with the rest being mortgaged (36.9%) or rented (16.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,600, higher than Regional Vic.'s average of $1,430. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $306, compared to Regional Vic.'s $285. Nationally, Yackandandah's mortgage repayments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.

Yackandandah has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 75.9% of all households, including 29.7% couples with children, 37.7% couples without children, and 8.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 24.1%, with lone person households at 23.4% and group households comprising 0.7%. The median household size is 2.5 people, larger than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.

Yackandandah demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Educational attainment in Yackandandah is notable, with 35.4% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications, compared to 19.8% in the broader SA4 region and 21.1% in the SA3 area. Bachelor degrees are most common at 22.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.4%) and graduate diplomas (5.5%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 35.6% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (12.9%) and certificates (22.7%). Educational participation is high, with 28.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 9.8% in primary, 8.9% in secondary, and 3.2% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 28.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.8% in primary education, 8.9% in secondary education, and 3.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis indicates three active transport stops operating within Yackandandah. These stops are serviced by two individual routes, collectively providing fifty weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as limited, with residents typically located six hundred fifteen meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward - car remains the dominant mode at ninety-one percent, with nine percent walking. Vehicle ownership averages one point eight per dwelling, above the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, twenty-four point zero percent of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages seven trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately sixteen weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Yackandandah is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Yackandandah shows above-average health outcomes, as assessed by AreaSearch using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

The prevalence of common health conditions among its general population is low but higher than the national average for older, at-risk cohorts. Approximately 51% of Yackandandah's total population (~991 people) has private health cover, which is relatively low. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (10.1%) and asthma (7.9%). Sixty-six point five percent of residents claim to be completely free from medical ailments, compared to 63.4% in Regional Victoria. Health outcomes for the under-65 population are better than average. Twenty-six point eight percent of Yackandandah's residents are aged 65 and over (520 people), higher than Regional Victoria's 23.9%. However, this percentage ranks lower nationally compared to the broader population.

The latest Census data sees Yackandandah placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Yackandandah has a lower level of cultural diversity, with 89.3% of its population born in Australia, 92.5% being citizens, and 98.4% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Yackandandah, accounting for 46.1% of the population, compared to 47.3% across Regional Vic. The top three ancestry groups are English (32.2%), Australian (30.6%), and Irish (11.6%).

Notably, Scottish ancestry is overrepresented in Yackandandah at 10.1%, compared to 8.8% regionally, while Hungarian and German ancestries show higher percentages than the regional averages of 0.4% and 4.6% respectively.

Yackandandah ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Yackandandah has a median age of 50, which exceeds the Regional Vic figure of 43 and is above the national average of 38. The 55-64 age group makes up 16.7% of Yackandandah's population, higher than Regional Vic and significantly more than the national average of 11.2%. The 25-34 cohort, however, is less prevalent at 6.4%. According to the 2021 Census, the 15-24 age group has increased from 7.8% to 9.1%, while the 5-14 cohort has declined from 13.4% to 12.1%. The 55-64 group also decreased from 18.0% to 16.7%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Yackandandah's age profile, with the 35-44 cohort increasing by 115 people (51%) from 225 to 341.