Coburg North

Coburg North lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Coburg North's population was approximately 8,960 as of November 2025. Between the 2021 Census and this date, there was an increase of 535 people, a rise of 6.4%. This growth is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 8,935 in June 2024 and 67 new addresses validated since the Census. The population density was around 1,836 persons per square kilometer, above national averages assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Coburg North's population grew at a compound annual rate of 1.8%, outperforming its SA3 area. Overseas migration drove this growth, contributing approximately 93.5% of overall population gains.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by these data, AreaSearch employs VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusting them using weighted aggregation methods to reach SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, Coburg North is projected to have grown by 4,040 persons, reflecting a total increase of 44.8% over the 17-year period, placing it in the top 10 percent of statistical areas across Australia based on latest annual ERP population numbers.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Coburg North according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Coburg North has received approximately 23 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 118 homes. As of FY-26, 10 approvals have been recorded. On average, about two people per year move to the area for each new home constructed between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating strong demand which supports property values. The average construction cost value of new homes is $311,000, aligning with regional trends.

This financial year has seen $44.6 million in commercial approvals, reflecting high local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Coburg North records significantly lower building activity, 59.0% below the regional average per person, which typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing homes. This activity is also beneath the national average, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations. New building activity consists of 44.0% detached houses and 56.0% medium to high-density housing, offering affordable entry pathways and attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This shift from the current 75.0% houses indicates decreasing developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles requiring diverse, affordable housing options. With around 524 people per dwelling approval, Coburg North exhibits a developed market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Coburg North is projected to gain 4,015 residents by 2041.

If current development rates persist, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting stronger price growth.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 17 projects that could affect the region. Notable initiatives include Assembly Broadmeadows, Kodak Lands Redevelopment (Merri-bek Gardens Estate), Gaffney St in Coburg North, Coburg North Village redevelopment, and Lincoln Mills Redevelopment. The following list details those most relevant.

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The employment landscape in Coburg North shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Coburg North has a highly educated workforce with professional services well represented. Its unemployment rate is 4.0%, lower than the national average, with an estimated employment growth of 1.2% over the past year.

As of September 2025, there are 5,242 residents employed, and the unemployment rate is 0.7% below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.7%. Workforce participation in Coburg North is broadly similar to Greater Melbourne's 64.1%. The leading employment industries among residents include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. Notably, the area has a strong specialization in education & training, with an employment share of 1.3 times the regional level.

Conversely, construction shows lower representation at 6.9% compared to the regional average of 9.7%. The ratio of 0.6 workers for each resident indicates a level of local employment opportunities above the norm. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment in Coburg North increased by 1.2%, while labour force increased by 1.5%, resulting in an unemployment rise of 0.3 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 3.0%. State-level data from 25-Nov shows Victoria's employment grew by 1.13% year-on-year, with the state unemployment rate at 4.7%, compared to the national rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that while national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Coburg North's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2022 shows that income in Coburg North SA2 is high nationally. The median income is $58,647 and the average income stands at $73,573. In comparison, Greater Melbourne has a median income of $54,892 and an average income of $73,761. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.16% from financial year ending June 2022 to September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $65,778 (median) and $82,519 (average). According to Census 2021 income data, household, family, and personal incomes in Coburg North cluster around the 64th percentile nationally. Income brackets indicate that 33.4% of the community earn between $1,500 - $2,999 (2,992 individuals), which is similar to the metropolitan region where this cohort also represents 32.8%. High housing costs consume 16.0% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 64th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Coburg North, as per the latest Census, consisted of 75.4% houses and 24.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Melbourne metro had 62.8% houses and 37.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Coburg North was 30.7%, similar to Melbourne metro's level. Dwellings were either mortgaged (38.0%) or rented (31.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,167, higher than Melbourne metro's average of $2,000. The median weekly rent figure was $401, compared to Melbourne metro's $381. Nationally, Coburg North's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,167 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents exceeded the national figure of $375 at $401.

Coburg North features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 68.9% of all households, including 33.0% couples with children, 22.8% couples without children, and 11.6% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 31.1%, with lone person households at 24.7% and group households comprising 6.5%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

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

Coburg North's educational attainment is notably higher than broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15 and above, 42.2% have university qualifications, compared to 27.7% in the SA4 region and 30.4% nationally. This high level of educational attainment positions the area favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 25.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 12.4% and graduate diplomas at 4.8%.

Vocational pathways account for 24.2% of qualifications among those aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 10.9% and certificates at 13.3%. Educational participation is notably high in Coburg North, with 30.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.1% in primary education, 7.3% in tertiary education, and 6.6% pursuing secondary education.

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

Coburg North has 60 active public transport stops operating within its boundaries. These include train, light rail, and bus services. There are 7 individual routes servicing these stops, collectively providing 5,613 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of public transport in Coburg North is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 149 meters from the nearest transport stop. On average, there are 801 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 93 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Coburg North are marginally below the national average with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Coburg North shows below-average health outcomes with common health conditions slightly higher than the national average among older adults but typical among younger ones. Private health cover is high at 56% (~5017 people), compared to Greater Melbourne's 52.5%.

Mental health issues and asthma are most prevalent, affecting 10.1 and 7.8% respectively, while 68.9% report no medical ailments, compared to 72.2% in Greater Melbourne. The area has 13.2% of residents aged 65 and over (1182 people). Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

Coburg North 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

Coburg North's population shows high cultural diversity, with 32.5% born overseas and 34.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, comprising 41.2%. Islam makes up 7.5%, lower than Greater Melbourne's average of 17.6%.

The top three ancestral groups are English (18.2%), Australian (17.3%), and Other (14.4%), which is below the regional average of 20.8%. Notably, Italian (13.0% vs 12.9%) and Greek (4.5% vs 3.6%) are overrepresented, while Lebanese (2.6% vs 4.2%) are underrepresented compared to regional averages.

Coburg North's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Coburg North is 38 years, similar to Greater Melbourne's average of 37 and Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Coburg North has a higher proportion of residents aged 35-44 (17.9%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (5.9%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the age group 55-64 has increased from 9.6% to 10.5% of the population, while the 85+ cohort has decreased from 4.0% to 3.0%. By 2041, Coburg North's age composition is projected to change significantly. The 45-54 age group is expected to grow by 67%, reaching 2,048 people from the current 1,224.