Craigieburn - North

Craigieburn - 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

Craigieburn - North's population is approximately 12,888 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 579 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 12,309. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 12,882 in June 2024 and two validated new addresses added since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 965 persons per square kilometer, which aligns with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Craigieburn - North has shown resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.7%, surpassing the national average. Overseas migration contributed approximately 64.4% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting 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, adjusting with a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population dynamics predict exceptional growth, placing Craigieburn - North in the top 10 percent of national areas. The area is expected to expand by 7,052 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 54.7% over the 17 years.

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

Craigieburn - North has seen approximately 12 residential properties approved annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, 63 homes were granted approval, with an additional 3 approved so far in FY-26. Despite a decrease in population during this period, the housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice.

The average expected construction cost of new dwellings is $507,000, indicating that developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. This financial year, $283,000 in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting minimal commercial development activity compared to Greater Melbourne, where building activity is 92.0% higher per person. The scarcity of new homes typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. New construction has consisted entirely of detached dwellings, sustaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space, reflecting a highly mature market with around 1865 people per dwelling approval. By 2041, Craigieburn - North is expected to grow by 7,046 residents.

If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Craigieburn - North has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 28thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 31 projects that could affect the region. Key initiatives include Donnybrae Estate by Dennis Family Corporation, Donnybrook-Woodstock Precinct Structure Plan, Donnybrook Road Upgrades, and Platform Donnybrook by Blueways & Wolfdene. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Craigieburn - North shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Craigieburn - North has a skilled workforce with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate was 5.8% as of September 2021, with an estimated employment growth of 1.5% over the past year. As of September 2025, there are 6,864 residents employed, while the unemployment rate is 1.1% higher than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.7%.

Workforce participation stands at 73.3%, slightly above Greater Melbourne's 71.0%. According to Census responses in September 2025, 19.6% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. The area has a particularly strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, with an employment share twice the regional level.

However, professional & technical services employ only 4.6% of local workers, below Greater Melbourne's 10.1%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 1.5%, while labour force grew by 1.8%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.3 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 3.0% and labour force growth of 3.3%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, issued in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Craigieburn - North's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 12.9% over ten years.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2023, Craigieburn - North SA2 had median taxpayer income of $58,779 and average income of $66,842. Nationally, these figures are approximately average, compared to Greater Melbourne's median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.25% since financial year ended June 2023, estimated median income as of September 2025 is approximately $63,628, with average income estimated at $72,356. According to 2021 Census figures, household income ranks at the 63rd percentile ($1,958 weekly), while personal income sits at the 37th percentile. Distribution data shows that 40.2% of individuals in Craigieburn - North SA2 earn between $1,500 and $2,999 (5,180 individuals). This aligns with regional levels where this cohort also represents 32.8%. High housing costs consume 17.7% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 60th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

Craigieburn - North's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, were 89.6% houses and 10.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Melbourne metro's 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Craigieburn - North was 15.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 57.1% and rented dwellings at 27.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,842, below Melbourne metro's average of $2,000. Median weekly rent in Craigieburn - North was $371, compared to Melbourne metro's $390. Nationally, Craigieburn - North's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 85.5% of all households, including 56.0% couples with children, 15.1% couples without children, and 12.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 14.5%, composed of 12.4% lone person households and 2.2% group households. The median household size is 3.4 people, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

Craigieburn - North performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

The area's university qualification rate is 26.7%, significantly lower than Greater Melbourne's average of 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 16.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 31.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (12.6%) and certificates (18.6%). Educational participation is high at 37.4%, with 13.5% in primary education, 10.1% in secondary education, and 5.5% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 37.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.5% in primary education, 10.1% in secondary education, and 5.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Craigieburn - North has 30 operational public transport stops, all serving buses. These stops are covered by six different routes, facilitating a total of 1,545 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is deemed good, with residents living an average of 256 metres from the nearest stop. Predominantly residential, most inhabitants commute outwards using cars (89%), while train usage stands at 7%. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling, surpassing the regional norm. According to the 2021 Census, 19.6% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Daily service frequency across all routes averages 220 trips, translating to approximately 51 weekly trips per individual stop.

Craigieburn - North's residents are extremely healthy with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Craigieburn - North. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are low, particularly among younger cohorts.

Private health cover is at approximately 52% of the total population (~6,714 people), slightly lagging behind the average SA2 area's 56.7%. The most common medical conditions are asthma (5.9%) and mental health issues (5.2%). A majority, 79.9%, report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to Greater Melbourne's 72.6%. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Only 7.9% of residents are aged 65 and over (1,016 people), lower than Greater Melbourne's 14.9%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally than the broader population.

Craigieburn - North is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Craigieburn - North is among the most culturally diverse areas in Australia, with 47.4% of its population born overseas and 59.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the main religion in Craigieburn - North, comprising 44.9% of people there. However, the most notable overrepresentation was found in 'Other', which makes up 10.8% of the population, significantly higher than Greater Melbourne's average of 2.3%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups were Other at 34.0%, Australian at 13.5%, and English at 10.8%. Samoan representation was notably overrepresented at 2.1% compared to the regional average of 0.3%. Indian representation stood at 10.8%, higher than the regional average of 4.2%. Sri Lankan representation was also notable, with 1.3% compared to the region's 0.8%.

Craigieburn - North hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Craigieburn-North 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, Craigieburn-North has a higher percentage of residents aged 5-14 (16.0%) but fewer residents aged 75-84 (1.9%). Between the 2021 Census and now, residents have aged on average by 1.2 years, with the median age increasing from 32 to 33. Specifically, the proportion of residents aged 45-54 has grown from 12.7% to 14.7%, while those aged 15-24 increased from 14.2% to 15.7%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 35-44 has decreased from 18.6% to 16.2%, and the percentage of residents aged 5-14 has dropped from 18.1% to 16.0%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate that Craigieburn-North's age profile will significantly change, with the 45-54 age cohort expected to rise substantially, growing by 1,392 people (74%) from 1,890 to 3,283.