Brookfield

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

Brookfield's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 10,408 people. This figure represents an increase of 579 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,829. The growth is inferred from ABS estimates: Brookfield had an estimated resident population of 10,408 in June 2024 and gained 301 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 973 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Brookfield has shown resilient growth with an average annual increase of 2.5%, surpassing Greater Melbourne's growth rate. Overseas migration contributed roughly 50.6% of overall population gains 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 weighted aggregation method to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population projections indicate significant growth in the top quartile of national areas, with Brookfield expected to increase by 4,408 persons by 2041, reflecting a total gain of 42.4% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Brookfield among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Brookfield averaged approximately 62 new dwelling approvals annually from FY-21 to FY-25. A total of 312 homes were approved during these years, with an additional 12 approved in FY-26 as of the current date.

On average, each new home brought about 2 new residents per year between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating balanced supply and demand dynamics. The average construction cost value for new dwellings was $240,000 during this period, which is below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Brookfield had significantly lower building activity, recording 76.0% below the regional average per person between FY-21 and FY-25. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties in the area.

The development composition was predominantly detached houses at 89.0%, with attached dwellings making up the remaining 11.0%. This preserved Brookfield's suburban nature, attracting space-seeking buyers. Brookfield reflected a low-density area with approximately 189 people per approval during these years. Future projections, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, suggest that Brookfield will add around 4,408 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth in the future.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 19 projects that are likely to impact the area. Notable projects include the Melton Line Upgrade, Scenic Botanica Estate, Toolern Precinct Structure Plan, and Melton Level Crossing Removal Project. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment drivers in Brookfield are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Brookfield's workforce is skilled with the construction sector being prominent. The unemployment rate was 8.6% in September 2021 and has grown by an estimated 3.7% since then. As of September 2025, 4936 residents are employed while the unemployment rate stands at 3.9%, above Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.7%.

Workforce participation is similar to Greater Melbourne's 71.0%. According to Census responses in 2021, 17.0% of residents work from home. Key industries for employment are health care & social assistance, construction, and transport, postal & warehousing. Brookfield has a high specialization in transport, postal & warehousing with an employment share 2.3 times the regional level but is under-represented in professional & technical services at 4.0% compared to Greater Melbourne's 10.1%.

Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 3.7% while labour force increased by 5.7%, causing unemployment to rise by 1.8 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 3.0% and labour force growth of 3.3%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industries. Applying these projections to Brookfield's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 12.7% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 shows median income in Brookfield SA2 was $50,230 and average income was $56,254. This is lower than national averages. Greater Melbourne had a median income of $57,688 and an average income of $75,164 during the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.25% since June 2023, estimated median income in Brookfield as of September 2025 would be approximately $54,374, with average income around $60,895. According to the 2021 Census, household incomes in Brookfield rank between the 28th and 43rd percentiles. The earnings profile shows that 36.8% of locals earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 83.1% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 42nd percentile nationally.

Brookfield is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

The dwelling structure in Brookfield, as evaluated in the latest Census on 28 August 2016, consisted of 88.9% houses and 11.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Melbourne metro had 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Brookfield was at 25.9%, with the rest of dwellings either mortgaged (47.3%) or rented (26.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area, as of June 2021, was $1,658, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $350. In Melbourne metro, these figures were $2,000 and $390 respectively. Nationally, Brookfield's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, as of June 2021, while rents were less than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 79.8% of all households, including 43.2% couples with children, 21.5% couples without children, and 14.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 20.2%, with lone person households at 18.8% and group households comprising 1.4% of the total. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Brookfield aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 19.3%, significantly lower than Greater Melbourne's average of 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 36.6% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 25.0%. Educational participation is high, with 33.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 13.9% in primary education, 8.9% in secondary education, and 3.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Brookfield has 24 active public transport stops, all serving buses. These are covered by seven routes that together facilitate 1094 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents usually located 443 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily. Cars are the primary mode of transport, used by 92% of residents, while trains account for 6%. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 17% of residents work from home, possibly due to COVID-19 conditions. Daily service frequency across all routes averages 156 trips, equating to about 45 weekly trips per individual stop.

Brookfield's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Brookfield's health data shows positive outcomes overall, aligning with national mortality rate benchmarks. Common health conditions are less prevalent here compared to the general population but higher among older, at-risk residents. Private health cover is low at 48% (~4,943 people), lower than Greater Melbourne's 56.7%.

The most common conditions are asthma (8.0%) and mental health issues (7.9%), with 71.9% of residents reporting no medical ailments, similar to Greater Melbourne's 72.6%. Under-65s have better health outcomes than average. Brookfield has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65+ at 13.6% (1,414 people), compared to Greater Melbourne's 14.9%. Senior health outcomes present some challenges but rank lower nationally than the broader population.

Brookfield was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Brookfield's population comprises 35.2% born overseas and 36.7% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, accounting for 50.9%. The 'Other' religious category represents 7.2%, higher than Greater Melbourne's 2.3%.

In terms of ancestry, 'Other' tops at 20.8%, Australian follows at 20.5%, and English at 19.6%. Notably, Maltese (3.9%), Samoan (1.6%), and Serbian (0.7%) ethnic groups are more prevalent in Brookfield compared to regional averages of 1.1%, 0.3%, and 0.4% respectively.

Brookfield's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Brookfield has a median age of 33, which is younger than Greater Melbourne's figure of 37 and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Brookfield has a higher percentage of residents aged 5-14 (17.3%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (12.9%). This concentration of 5-14 year-olds is notably higher than the national average of 12.2%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the percentage of Brookfield's population in the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 3.4% to 4.8%, while the percentage of residents aged 25-34 has decreased from 14.6% to 12.9%. By 2041, demographic forecasts indicate significant changes for Brookfield's population structure, with the strongest projected growth in the 45-54 age group, expected to grow by 66%, adding 749 residents and reaching a total of 1,885 residents.