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, as of November 2025, is approximately 12,882 people. This figure represents an increase from the 2021 Census count of 12,309 people, a rise of 573 individuals or about 4.7%. The change was inferred using the Australian Bureau of Statistics' estimated resident population of 12,882 as of June 2024 and an additional two validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of approximately 964 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively consistent with averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Craigieburn - North has exhibited resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of about 1.7%, outperforming the national average. Overseas migration contributed roughly 64.4% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is employing 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 the Victorian State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted using 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, with an expected expansion of approximately 7,052 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of about 54.7% over the 17-year period.

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 recorded approximately 12 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, a total of 63 homes were approved, with one more approved so far in FY-26. The population has decreased during this period, yet housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice.

New dwellings are developed at an average expected construction cost value of $507,000, indicating that developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties. In FY-26, $283,000 in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting minimal commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Craigieburn - North has significantly lower building activity, 92.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity of new homes typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. This trend is also evident when compared nationally, reflecting a mature market and possible development constraints.

All new construction in Craigieburn - North consists of detached dwellings, maintaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. With approximately 1865 people per dwelling approval, Craigieburn - North reflects a highly mature market. By 2041, Craigieburn - North is projected to grow by 7,052 residents (latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). 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 moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 49thth percentile nationally

A total of 31 infrastructure projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area. Key projects include Donnybrae Estate developed by Dennis Family Corporation, the Donnybrook-Woodstock Precinct Structure Plan, upgrades to Donnybrook Road, 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 labour force with prominent manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate in September 2025 was 5.8%, with an estimated employment growth of 1.5% over the past year.

As of that date, 6,864 residents were employed, while the unemployment rate was 1.1% higher than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.7%. Workforce participation in Craigieburn - North was similar to Greater Melbourne's at 64.1%. Key employment sectors included health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. The area had a strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing with an employment share twice the regional level, while professional & technical services employed only 4.6% of local workers, below Greater Melbourne's 10.1%.

Employment opportunities locally appeared limited based on Census data comparison between working population and resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 1.5%, labour force grew by 1.8%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw employment growth of 3.0% and labour force growth of 3.3%. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 showed Victoria's employment grew by 1.13% year-on-year, adding 41,950 jobs, with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, compared to the national rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 indicated overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Craigieburn - North's employment mix suggested local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022, Craigieburn - North SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $55,990 with an average level of $64,421. This is approximately national average and compares to levels of $54,892 and $73,761 across Greater Melbourne respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.16% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $62,798 (median) and $72,255 (average) as of September 2025. 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 the community (5,178 individuals) falls within the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band, aligning with regional levels where this cohort represents 32.8%. High housing costs consume 17.7% of income, placing disposable income at the 60th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking in the 4th decile.

Craigieburn - North is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Craigieburn - North's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 89.6% houses and 10.4% other dwellings. In comparison, Melbourne metro had 87.6% houses and 12.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Craigieburn - North was at 15.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 57.1% and rented ones at 27.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,842, higher than Melbourne metro's average of $1,834. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $371, compared to Melbourne metro's $369. 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 comprise 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 account for the remaining 14.5%, with lone person households at 12.4% and group households comprising 2.2%. The median household size is 3.4 people, larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 3.2.

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, with 37.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 13.5% in primary, 10.1% in secondary, and 5.5% in 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 31 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by six different routes that together facilitate 3,181 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically residing 256 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 454 daily trips across all routes, which amounts to approximately 102 weekly trips per individual stop.

Craigieburn - North's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Craigieburn - North shows excellent health outcomes with common conditions prevalent across both younger and older age groups. The area has a private health cover rate of approximately 52%, compared to the average SA2 area's 49.1%.

This is equivalent to around 6,685 people. Asthma and mental health issues are the most common medical conditions, affecting 5.9% and 5.2% of residents respectively. About 79.9% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to Greater Melbourne's 76.3%. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 7.9%, or 1,016 people, compared to Greater Melbourne's 10.8%. However, health outcomes among seniors require more attention 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. The predominant religion in Craigieburn-North is Christianity, comprising 44.9% of the population. Notably, the 'Other' category comprises 10.8%, higher than the 5.9% across Greater Melbourne.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are Other (34.0%), Australian (13.5%), and English (10.8%). There are also significant differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Samoan is overrepresented at 2.1%, compared to 1.3% regionally; Indian at 10.8%, compared to 6.5%; and Sri Lankan at 1.3%, compared to 1.1%.

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 proportion of residents aged 5-14 (16.0%) but fewer residents aged 75-84 (1.9%). Between the 2021 Census and the present day, residents have aged by an average of 1.2 years, with the median age rising from 32 to 33. Notably, the proportion of residents aged 45-54 has increased from 12.7% to 14.7%, while those aged 15-24 rose from 14.2% to 15.7%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 35-44 decreased from 18.6% to 16.2%, and those aged 5-14 dropped from 18.1% to 16.0%. Demographic projections indicate significant changes in Craigieburn-North's age profile by the year 2041, with the 45-54 age cohort projected to rise substantially, expanding by 1,393 people (74%) from 1,889 to 3,283.