Beaumaris

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

Beaumaris's population, as of May 2026, is approximately 14,499. This figure represents an increase of 478 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 14,021. The growth is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 14,486 in June 2025 and an additional 71 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,428 persons per square kilometer, placing Beaumaris in the upper quartile compared to other locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's 3.4% growth since the census is within 2.6 percentage points of the SA3 area (6.0%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses 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 employs VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted using a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on projected demographic shifts, Beaumaris is expected to grow by approximately 1,157 persons to 2041, reflecting a total gain of around 7.9% over the 16-year period.

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

Beaumaris has recorded approximately 62 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 310 homes were approved, with an additional 30 approved so far in FY-26. On average, over these five years, there have been about 0.1 new residents per year per dwelling constructed.

This suggests that new construction is keeping pace with demand or even exceeding it, providing more options for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current expectations. The average expected construction cost value of new properties in Beaumaris is $760,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment. In FY-26 alone, there have been $22.1 million in commercial approvals, reflecting steady commercial investment activity. Comparatively, Beaumaris shows substantially reduced residential construction compared to Greater Melbourne, with 55.0% fewer new homes per person. This scarcity typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. The current development trend consists of 45.0% standalone homes and 55.0% attached dwellings, a notable shift from the area's existing housing composition, which is currently 79.0% houses.

This trend may reflect decreasing availability of developable sites and changing lifestyles that require more diverse and affordable housing options. With approximately 259 people per approval, Beaumaris reflects a low-density area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Beaumaris is forecasted to gain around 1,144 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

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

Ten projects have been identified by AreaSearch as likely to impact the area, significantly influencing its performance due to changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. These include 165-167 Tramway Parade Townhouses, Beaumaris Concourse Placemaking Project, Beaulieu Beachfront Apartments, and Beaumaris Art Group Studios Renewal. The following list details those considered most relevant.

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The employment environment in Beaumaris shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Beaumaris has a highly educated workforce with professional services being well-represented. As of December 2025, the unemployment rate is 2.7%. In December 2025, 7,714 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 2.1% lower than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%.

The workforce participation rate in Beaumaris is 64.9%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 69.9%. According to Census responses, 46.7% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training sectors. Beaumaris has a particularly notable concentration in professional & technical employment, with levels at 1.4 times the regional average.

Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing shows lower representation at 2.6% compared to the regional average of 5.2%. Over the 12 months to December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 0.3% and employment declined by 1.2%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.8 percentage points in Beaumaris. In Greater Melbourne, employment grew by 2.4%, labour force expanded by 2.8%, and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points during the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Beaumaris's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released on June 30, 2023, Beaumaris SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $64,734 with an average level of $110,294. This places it in the top percentile nationally and compares to median incomes of $57,688 and average incomes of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since June 30, 2023, current estimates would be approximately $70,961 (median) and $120,904 (average) as of March 2026. From the 2021 Census, household incomes rank at the 85th percentile nationally, family incomes at the 82nd percentile, and personal incomes at the 92nd percentile in Beaumaris. Income analysis shows that 33.8% of individuals earn over $4,000 annually (4,900 individuals), contrasting with Greater Melbourne where the leading income bracket is $1,500 - $2,999 at 32.8%. In Beaumaris, 45.7% earn over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. After housing costs, residents retain 87.0% of income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile nationally.

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

In Beaumaris, as per the latest Census, 78.8% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 21.2% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with Melbourne's metropolitan area, where 67.9% were houses and 32.1% were other dwellings. Home ownership in Beaumaris stood at 49.3%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 37.6% and rented ones for 13.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $3,000, higher than Melbourne's average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $612, compared to Melbourne's $390. Nationally, Beaumaris' mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 79.4% of all households, including 41.0% couples with children, 29.9% couples without children, and 7.8% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 20.6%, with lone person households at 19.9% and group households comprising 0.8%. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6 people.

Beaumaris 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 Beaumaris is notably high, with 44.7% of residents aged 15 years and over holding university qualifications as of the latest data point. This figure surpasses both national (30.4%) and state (VIC) averages of 33.4%. The area's educational advantage is evident in its distribution of qualifications: bachelor degrees are most common at 29.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 10.3% and graduate diplomas at 4.5%. Vocational pathways account for 24.1% of qualifications among those aged 15 years and over, with advanced diplomas making up 12.3% and certificates 11.8%.

Educational participation is also high in Beaumaris, with 30.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education as of the latest data point. This includes 10.5% in secondary education, 9.9% in primary education, and 6.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Beaumaris has 75 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by nine different routes that together facilitate 913 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically living just 185 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to Beaumaris being primarily residential. Cars remain the dominant mode of transportation, used by 88% of residents. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 46.7% of residents work from home, which may be reflective of COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 130 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 12 weekly trips per individual stop.

Beaumaris's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Beaumaris shows excellent health outcomes based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. Approximately 75% of Beaumaris' total population (10,917 people) has private health cover, compared to Greater Melbourne's 56.7% and the national average of 55.7%.

Arthritis and asthma are the most prevalent medical conditions in Beaumaris, affecting 7.4% and 7.0% of residents respectively. A total of 72.6% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, similar to Greater Melbourne's figure. Beaumaris has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 25.6% (3,714 people), compared to Greater Melbourne's 15.0%. Health outcomes among seniors in Beaumaris are strong and align with national rankings for the general population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Beaumaris records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Beaumaris has a higher than average cultural diversity, with 10.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 24.4% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Beaumaris, comprising 49.7% of people. However, Judaism is overrepresented compared to Greater Melbourne, making up 0.7% versus 1.0%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (30.3%, regional average 20.1%), Australian (23.5%, regional average 18.4%), and Irish (10.0%). Notably, South Australian (0.9%, regional 0.4%), Greek (2.9%, regional 2.7%) and Russian (0.5%, regional 0.4%) groups are also overrepresented in Beaumaris.

Beaumaris hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Beaumaris's median age is 48 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 years and Australia's national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 55-64 are particularly prominent, making up 15.5% of the population, while the 25-34 age group is comparatively smaller at 5%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has grown from 12.9% to 15.4%, and the 75-84 cohort has increased from 7.3% to 9.5%. Conversely, the 45-54 age group has declined from 17.1% to 14.9%, and the 5-14 age group has dropped from 14.4% to 12.8%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Beaumaris, with the 85+ cohort projected to grow by 97%, adding 517 residents to reach 1,050. Senior residents aged 65 and above will drive 87% of population growth, highlighting demographic aging trends. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0-4 and 55-64 age cohorts.