Corangamite - North

Corangamite - North is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Corangamite North's population is 5,304 as of February 2026, a decrease of 91 people since the 2021 Census which reported 5,395. This change is inferred from ABS' June 2024 estimate of 5,245 and 73 new addresses validated post-Census. The population density is 2.1 persons per square kilometer. Overseas migration primarily drove growth in recent periods. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for SA2 areas released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023 adjusted to SA2 levels for uncovered areas.

Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas until 2041. By then, the area is projected to increase by 812 persons, a 14.2% total growth over 17 years, based on latest ERP population numbers.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Corangamite - North, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Corangamite - North has recorded approximately 15 residential properties granted approval annually over the past five financial years, totalling 78 homes. In the current financial year FY-26, up to May, 5 approvals have been recorded. During this period, population has fallen while housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, creating a balanced market with good buyer choice. The average value of new dwellings developed is $298,000.

There have also been commercial approvals totalling $14.6 million in FY-26, indicating steady commercial investment activity. Compared to the rest of Victoria, Corangamite - North records around 59% of the building activity per person and ranks among the 41st percentile nationally, resulting in relatively constrained buyer choice and supporting interest in existing homes. This level is lower than the national average, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints. All new construction has been detached houses, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space.

The estimated population per dwelling approval is 409 people. Population forecasts indicate Corangamite - North will gain 753 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Corangamite - North has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 31stth percentile nationally

Area infrastructure changes significantly influence local performance. Six AreaSearch-identified projects are expected to impact the area. Notable projects include Camperdown Production Precinct Masterplan, Leura Aged Care Facility, Mt Fyans Wind Farm, and Mortlake Energy Hub. The following list details those likely most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Corangamite - North ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Corangamite North has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. As of September 2025, the unemployment rate is 2.4%. There are 2,602 residents employed, which is 1.4% lower than Rest of Vic.'s rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation is similar to Rest of Vic., at 61.4%. According to Census responses, 21.4% of residents work from home. Leading industries include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and construction. Agriculture, forestry & fishing is particularly strong with an employment share 4.1 times the regional level.

However, construction has a limited presence at 7.1%, compared to 10.4% regionally. Many residents may commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Over the year to September 2025, labour force levels decreased by 3.3%, employment decreased by 3.5%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.2%. By comparison, Rest of Vic. had a marginal increase in unemployment with lower declines in employment and labour force. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Corangamite North's employment mix, local employment is estimated to increase by 5.2% over five years and 11.7% over ten years.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

The Corangamite - North SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $47,913 and an average income of $57,484 in the financial year 2023. This is lower than national averages, with Rest of Vic.'s median income being $50,954 and average income $62,728. By September 2025, estimated incomes are approximately $51,866 (median) and $62,226 (average), based on an 8.25% growth since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, Corangamite - North's household, family, and personal incomes fall between the 12th and 22nd percentiles nationally. Income brackets show that 28.2% of the population (1,495 individuals) earn within the $1,500-$2,999 range, similar to surrounding regions at 30.3%. Despite modest housing costs allowing for 90.8% income retention, total disposable income ranks at just the 19th percentile nationally.

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

In Corangamite - North, as recorded in the latest Census, 95.5% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 4.5% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This is compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Corangamite - North stood at 50.4%, with mortgaged properties at 30.9% and rented ones at 18.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,000, lower than Non-Metro Vic.'s average of $1,430. The median weekly rent in Corangamite - North was $200, significantly lower than Non-Metro Vic.'s $285 and the national average of $375. Nationally, mortgage repayments were higher at $1,863 compared to Corangamite - North's figure.

Corangamite - North features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 63.9% of all households, including 22.9% couples with children, 30.8% couples without children, and 9.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 36.1%, with lone person households at 33.0% and group households comprising 2.9% of the total. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Vic. average of 2.4.

Educational outcomes in Corangamite - North fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 17.5%, significantly lower than Victoria's average of 33.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.7%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.6%) and postgraduate qualifications (2.2%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 37.3% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (10.8%) and certificates (26.5%). Educational participation is high, with 26.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes primary education (10.2%), secondary education (8.4%), and tertiary education (1.8%).

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

Corangamite - North has eight active public transport stops operating within its boundaries. These stops are serviced by four different routes that collectively provide 99 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport services is rated as limited, with residents typically located 673 meters from the nearest stop. In this primarily residential area, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the dominant mode of transportation, used by 89% of residents, while walking accounts for 8%. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling in the area, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 21.4% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 14 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 12 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Corangamite - North is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Corangamite North faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, with common health conditions prevalent among both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is low at approximately 48% of the total population (~2,524 people), compared to 50.5% across Rest of Vic., and the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (10.3%) and mental health issues (9.9%). 60.7% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.4% across Rest of Vic.. Working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 26.1% of residents aged 65 and over (1,384 people), higher than the 23.9% in Rest of Vic.. National rankings are broadly in line with the general population.

The latest Census data sees Corangamite - North placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Corangamite-North, as per the census conducted on 29 August 2016, showed low cultural diversity with 90.2% of its population being citizens, 92.4% born in Australia, and 97.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 55.7% of the population, compared to 47.3% across the rest of Victoria. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (33.3%), English (30.5%), and Irish (13.5%).

Notable differences existed in the representation of Scottish (10.9% vs regional 8.8%), Dutch (1.4% vs 1.7%), and Maltese (0.5% vs 0.5%) groups.

Corangamite - North hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Corangamite - North's median age was 48 years in 2021, which is notably higher than Rest of Vic.'s median age of 43 years and significantly higher than Australia's median age of 38 years. The age profile showed that the 55-64 year-olds were particularly prominent at 15.7%, while the 35-44 group was comparatively smaller at 10.6% compared to Rest of Vic.. Post-2021 Census data indicated that the 15 to 24 age group grew from 9.7% to 11.0% of the population, and the 25 to 34 cohort increased from 9.4% to 10.5%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort declined from 17.8% to 15.7%, and the 45 to 54 group dropped from 12.2% to 10.7%. Demographic modeling suggests that Corangamite - North's age profile will change significantly by 2041. The 25 to 34 age cohort is projected to grow steadily, increasing by 212 people (38%) from 557 to 770. In contrast, population declines are projected for the 55 to 64 and 15 to 24 cohorts.