Bundoora - East

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

Bundoora - East's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 10,242. This figure represents an increase of 411 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 9,831. The growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,240 in June 2024 and an additional 21 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,516 persons per square kilometer, placing Bundoora - East in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's 4.2% growth since the census is within 0.9 percentage points of the SA3 area's 5.1%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 92.1% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary growth in the area.

AreaSearch employs 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 uses VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted using weighted aggregation methods to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population trends forecast a significant increase in the top quartile of Australian statistical areas, with Bundoora - East expected to grow by 3,944 persons to 2041 based on latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an overall increase of 38.5% over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Bundoora - East is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Bundoora - East has seen approximately 17 dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling 87 homes. In FY26 so far, there have been two approvals. The population has declined recently, but development activity has remained adequate relative to this decline, benefiting buyers while new properties are constructed at an average cost of $323,000. This year has seen $10.8 million in commercial approvals, indicating steady commercial investment activity.

Compared to Greater Melbourne, Bundoora - East has significantly less development activity, 74.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings. Nationally, it is also lower, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints. New development consists of 54.0% detached houses and 46.0% townhouses or apartments, offering a mix of medium-density options across price brackets. This shift from the area's existing housing (currently 93.0% houses) indicates decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles and demand for diverse, affordable housing options. The location has approximately 844 people per dwelling approval, demonstrating an established market.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Bundoora - East is expected to grow by 3,942 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Bundoora - East has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 13 projects that could impact the area. Notable ones include M80 Ring Road Completion, Research and Development Centre, Uni Hill Factory Outlets Stage 3A, Northpark Private Hospital Redevelopment. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Bundoora - East ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Bundoora - East has a well-educated workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate is 3.1% and there was an estimated employment growth of 1.1% in the past year.

As of September 2025, 5,506 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.6% lower than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.7%. Workforce participation is somewhat below standard at 60.1%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 64.1%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. The area has a particular employment specialization in construction, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 7.8% versus the regional average of 10.1%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. In the 12-month period ending September 2025, employment increased by 1.1%, labour force increased by 0.3%, and unemployment fell by 0.7 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Melbourne where employment rose by 3.0%, the labour force grew by 3.3%, and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 shows Victoria's employment grew by 1.13% year-on-year, adding 41,950 jobs, with the state unemployment rate at 4.7%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bundoora - East's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022 shows Bundoora - East SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $48,714 and an average of $60,668. This is below the national average. Greater Melbourne's median was $54,892 with an average of $73,761. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.16% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $54,638 (median) and $68,045 (average). Census data reveals household income ranks at the 47th percentile ($1,705 weekly), while personal income is at the 29th percentile. Distribution data shows that 32.8% of individuals earn between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring regional levels where this bracket also captures 32.8%. After housing costs, 85.7% of income remains for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Bundoora - East, as per the latest Census, consisted of 93.0% houses and 6.9% other dwellings. In comparison, Melbourne metro had 76.0% houses and 24.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bundoora - East stood at 43.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 33.2% and rented ones at 23.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,013, lower than Melbourne metro's average of $2,167. The median weekly rent in Bundoora - East was $385, compared to Melbourne metro's $399. Nationally, Bundoora - East's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,013 against the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were also higher at $385 compared to the national figure of $375.

Bundoora - East features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 74.6% of all households, including 35.9% couples with children, 25.0% couples without children, and 12.2% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 25.4%, with lone person households at 20.5% and group households comprising 5.0%. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.5.

The educational profile of Bundoora - East exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 30.4%, significantly lower than the SA3 average of 41.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.6%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials are held by 29.9% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 11.7% and certificates at 18.2%. Educational participation is high, with 28.8% currently enrolled in formal education, including 7.9% in primary, 7.5% in secondary, and 6.3% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 28.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 7.9% in primary education, 7.5% in secondary education, and 6.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in Bundoora - East shows that there are 43 active transport stops currently operating. These include a mix of light rail and bus services. Five individual routes service these stops, collectively providing 3,217 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of transport is rated as good, with residents typically located 276 meters from the nearest transport stop. Service frequency averages 459 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 74 weekly trips per individual stop.

Bundoora - East's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Bundoora East's health metrics are close to national benchmarks. Common health conditions are slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 50% of the total population, around 5,121 people, compared to 60.3% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.3%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.5 and 7.3% of residents respectively. About 69.5% of residents report no medical ailments, similar to the 69.3% in Greater Melbourne. Around 20.1%, or 2,061 people, are aged 65 and over, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

Bundoora - East 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

Bundoora-East has a high level of cultural diversity, with 32.0% of its population born overseas and 35.5% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the main religion in Bundoora-East, comprising 54.0% of its population. Buddhism is overrepresented in Bundoora-East compared to Greater Melbourne, with 4.1% versus 2.0%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (19.3%), Australian (17.6%), and Other (10.0%). Certain ethnic groups show notable differences: Macedonian at 2.5% in Bundoora-East compared to 1.1% regionally, Italian at 9.5% versus 7.7%, and Greek at 4.4% versus 3.0%.

Bundoora - East's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Bundoora - East was close to Greater Melbourne's average of 37 years and equivalent to Australia's median of 38 years at the time of the data. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Bundoora - East had a higher proportion of residents aged 75-84 (8.6%) but fewer individuals aged 35-44 (12.7%). Between the 2021 Census and the current period, the population aged 15-24 grew from 13.1% to 15.1%, while the 75-84 age group increased from 7.5% to 8.6%. Meanwhile, the 65-74 age cohort declined from 9.7% to 8.5%, and the 45-54 age group decreased from 13.5% to 12.5%. By 2041, Bundoora - East is projected to experience significant changes in its age distribution, with the 45-54 age group expected to grow by 47%, reaching 1,877 people from the previous total of 1,278.