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Yarrambat has an estimated 1,774 residents, up from 1,602 at the 2021 Census — a change of 172 people, or 10.7%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 112 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 evaluations of ABS population updates for the wider region and new address verifications by AreaSearch since the Census, the population of the suburb of Yarrambat is approximated at 1,774 as of May 2026. This marks a growth of 172 residents (10.7%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 1,602 individuals. This shift is calculated from the resident population of 1,774, determined by AreaSearch after examining the June 2025 ERP data release from the ABS alongside 2 validated new addresses registered since the Census date. Such a population size represents a density of 112 persons per square kilometer, indicating substantial space per resident and capacity for future growth.
The 10.7% expansion since the 2021 census surpassed the state average of 9.3% and the national figure, positioning the suburb of Yarrambat as a regional leader in growth. Population increases in the locality were chiefly driven by overseas migration, which served as almost the exclusive source of population expansion in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with 2022 as the baseline, are being used by AreaSearch for each SA2 region. For locations lacking this coverage, AreaSearch employs the 2023 Regional and LGA projections from the VIC State Government, adjusting them using a weighted aggregation of population expansion from the LGA to the SA2 level. Growth dynamics by age bracket from these calculations are also utilized across all zones for the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic forecasts suggest a major population rise in the top quartile of statistical districts studied by AreaSearch, with the area expected to expand by 431 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2-level estimates, representing an overall rise of 24.3% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
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Analysis by AreaSearch of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical districts indicates that Yarrambat has averaged roughly 3 new residential approvals each year. This translates to an estimated 17 homes approved over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 5 during the current FY-26. With an average of 5.1 new residents per year for each home constructed over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), the creation of new housing is lagging behind demand, which typically intensifies buyer competition and exerts upward pressure on prices.
New homes are being built with an average value of $881,000, indicating that developers are focusing on upmarket, premium properties. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $2.8 million have been registered during this financial year, highlighting the area's predominantly residential character. Recent residential construction has consisted entirely of detached houses, preserving the established low-density profile of the area and focusing on family properties designed for buyers prioritizing space. The estimated ratio of 503 people per building approval in the area highlights its quiet, low-scale development environment. Looking forward, the population is projected to grow by 431 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If the current pace of construction persists, the supply of housing may fail to match population expansion, which could heighten buyer competition and support robust value appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Yarrambat
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Yarrambat, worth an estimated $167 million. A further 78 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $10.8 billion. 16 are already under construction and 28 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and transport & logistics. 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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Local performance is heavily shaped by updates to infrastructure, major developments, and planning schemes. AreaSearch has identified 11 projects likely to impact the area, with 302 The Lakes Boulevard, St Helena Place, Plenty Road Duplication, and 175 Gordons Road Development representing the key initiatives of greatest relevance.
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302 The Lakes Boulevard
Boutique residential development in prestigious Lakes Boulevard location. Premium finishes and lake-side living experience.
Plenty Road Duplication
Proposed duplication and upgrade of Plenty Road to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion along this major arterial route serving northern Melbourne suburbs.
Essence Townhouses
Boutique address of 60 premium double storey townhomes in South Morang. Features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, designer kitchens with stone benchtops, and covered outdoor patios. Adjacent to Pipe track park and walking paths.
St Helena Secondary College Upgrade and Modernisation
Upgrade and modernisation of St Helena Secondary College across three stages to accommodate growing student population. Stage 1 (completed Q1 2017): New athletics tracks, tennis and netball facilities, FIFA-grade soccer facilities, and upgraded outdoor toilets and change rooms. Stage 2 (completed Q4 2020): State-of-the-art competition-grade gymnasium. Stage 3 (completed Q3 2022): Upgraded learning and staff areas, toilets, sports facilities, and a new architect-designed permanent modular building replacing older relocatables.
The Gorge Townhomes
A proposed residential development comprising 56 modern townhouses with 3 and 4 bedroom configurations at 60 Gorge Road, South Morang. Residences feature contemporary design, high-quality finishes, and sustainable building practices. The project is in pre-construction phase with plans and permits approved for 56 townhouses, located adjacent to Morang South Primary School.
The Gorge Townhomes
Proposed townhouse development in the heart of South Morang. Modern architectural design with premium finishes and close proximity to local amenities and transport links. Site previously sold for $6.42M with permit for 36 townhomes.
Tram Extension to South Morang
Proposed extension of tram route 86 from Bundoora to South Morang, providing improved public transport connectivity and reducing reliance on private vehicles.
South Morang Civic Centre Precinct
Proposed civic centre development including council offices, community facilities, library, and public spaces to serve as a central hub for South Morang.
1,182 residents of Yarrambat are employed, from a labour force of 1,203. Unemployment sits at 1.7%, with participation at 78.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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 is highly skilled, with construction workers particularly well represented. The area features an unemployment rate of only 1.7% and experienced an estimated 4.3% increase in employment over the past year, according to AreaSearch data compiled from statistical areas. As of March 2026, there are 1,182 employed residents, representing an unemployment rate that is 3.0% lower than the Greater Melbourne rate of 4.8%. The labor force participation rate stands significantly higher than average at 78.3%, compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne. According to Census data, a notable 26.0% of the working population operated from home, though this figure should be viewed in light of Covid-19 restrictions.
Local employment is concentrated within construction, retail trade, and health care & social assistance. The area displays a particularly strong concentration in construction, where employment is 2.5 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services have a minor footprint, accounting for 6.1% of employment compared to 10.1% across the region. At the Census, the ratio of 0.7 jobs for every resident pointed to local employment availability that is higher than average. Based on AreaSearch calculations of SALM and ABS data aggregated from wider statistical districts, the 12-month timeframe recorded a 4.3% rise in employment alongside a 5.0% expansion of the labor force, causing unemployment to rise by 0.7 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment grow by 2.1%, the labor force expand by 2.3%, and unemployment rise by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future demand. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been modeled against local employment distributions to project growth patterns. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Aligning these industry forecasts with the local workforce mix suggests employment in the area should grow by 6.3% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes that excludes local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Yarrambat is $2,600 a week (about $135,000 a year), with median personal income at $867 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,395 a year against an average of $76,854. 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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The most recent postcode-level ATO records from financial year 2023 show that incomes in the suburb of Yarrambat are very high on a national scale, with a median assessed at $55,395 and an average of $76,854. This compares to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Factoring in a Wage Price Index rise of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $60,724 for the median and $84,247 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals household incomes are positioned at the 92nd percentile ($2,600 per week), although individual incomes are lower at the 61st percentile.
The largest group consists of 31.1% of residents (551 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the wider region where 32.8% fall into this bracket. A significant proportion of high earners, with 41.2% receiving over $3,000 weekly, points to strong financial capacity in this suburb. Once housing expenses are paid, residents retain 88.6% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power, while the area is positioned in the 9th decile for the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Yarrambat had 485 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 100% detached houses and 0% apartments. 46% are owned with a mortgage, 5% rented and 50% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,600 a month. Rent absorbs 17.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in the suburb of Yarrambat at the last Census consisted of 100.0% houses and no other housing types like apartments or semi-detached dwellings, whereas the Melbourne metropolitan area recorded 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative dwellings. The home ownership rate was much higher than the metropolitan average, standing at 49.7%, while the remaining properties were either mortgaged (45.9%) or rented (4.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,600 was well above the Melbourne metro average of $2,000, and the median weekly rent of $450 exceeded the metro figure of $390.
On a national level, mortgage payments in the suburb of Yarrambat are notably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices are significantly above the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Yarrambat counted 485 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 537 today, averaging 3.1 people each. 52% are couples with children, more than in 96% of areas nationally, against 31% couples without children. 10% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the vast majority of households at 89.9%, consisting of 52.2% couples with children, 30.5% couples without children, and 6.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 10.1%, with single-person households at 9.9% and group households recording a zero presence. The median household size of 3.1 residents is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
24.1% of adults in Yarrambat hold a university qualification, including 16.4% with a bachelor degree and 4.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 26.1% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 645 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,049 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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The locality experiences educational disparities, with university degree holders making up 24.1% of the population, which is considerably below the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. This presents both a challenge and a chance for focused educational strategies. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 16.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.8%. Vocational and practical skills are highly represented, with 38.5% of residents aged 15 and over possessing technical credentials, split between advanced diplomas at 12.4% and certificates at 26.1%. Enrolment in education is remarkably strong, with 28.7% of the population actively participating in study.
This group is composed of 10.3% in high schools, 8.4% in primary schools, and 5.6% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Yarrambat reaches 23 stops on 4 routes, timetabled for about 1,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 450 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 2.7 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 analysis identifies 23 active bus stops operating in the suburb of Yarrambat. These stops are served by 4 different routes, which provide a total of 1,377 passenger trips each week. Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 448 meters from their nearest stop. Because the area is primarily residential, the vast majority of workers commute to other areas, and private cars remain the main form of travel at 94%. Car ownership averages 2.7 vehicles per household, which is higher than the regional average. A significant 26.0% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census records, which may be influenced by lockdown conditions.
Service frequency averages 196 trips each day across the network, which translates to about 59 weekly trips for each stop.
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72.0% of residents in Yarrambat report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 85% of areas nationally. 3.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.2 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 exceptional results for the suburb of Yarrambat, based on AreaSearch assessment of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates. The prevalence of common medical issues is very low across all age cohorts, and private health insurance rates are very high, covering approximately 57% of the population, which equates to about 1,014 individuals. Arthritis and asthma were identified as the most common medical issues, affecting 7.7% and 6.7% of the population, respectively. However, 72.0% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Residents under the age of 65 exhibit better than average health.
The suburb has 19.6% of its population aged 65 and over (347 people), exceeding the 15.0% recorded in Greater Melbourne. Senior residents enjoy especially good health, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Yarrambat is largely Australian-born, at 86.2% of residents, with 11.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.6%) and Australian (24.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Yarrambat exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity, with 86.2% of residents born in Australia, 93.2% holding citizenship, and 88.3% using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 59.1% of the population, compared to 43.0% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding parental country of birth, the three most common ancestries in the suburb of Yarrambat are English at 27.6% of the population, which is considerably higher than the regional average of 20.1%; Australian at 24.2%, also well above the regional average of 18.4%; and Italian at 11.2%, which is significantly higher than the regional average of 5.2%.
Additionally, there are clear differences in other ancestries, with Maltese overrepresented at 2.0% compared to 1.1% across the region, Greek at 3.1% compared to 2.7%, and Serbian at 0.5% compared to 0.4%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Yarrambat is 47, older than 85% of areas nationally. 25.2% 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 47 years in the suburb of Yarrambat is much higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and also exceeds the national average of 38. The 55 - 64 age bracket is highly represented at 17.2% compared to Greater Melbourne, while the 25 - 34 cohort has a lower share at 7.2%. The concentration of residents aged 55 - 64 is well above the national level of 11.2%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 15 to 24 age bracket grew from 16.5% to 18.0% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort rose from 6.2% to 7.7%.
In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 17.6% to 16.6%. Demographic projections suggest the age distribution will change significantly by 2041. The 45 to 54 age bracket is projected to experience the highest growth at 33%, adding 96 people to reach 391, while the number of children in the 0 to 4 age group is projected to decline by a natural zero value.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Yarrambat
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 2025 about a year ago all 4 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 2025. | ||
| 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 — 2 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,602 at the 2021 Census → 1,774 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 (SAL22916). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.