Delacombe

Delacombe lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Delacombe's population, as per AreaSearch's analysis, stood at 14,802 as of February 2026. This figure represents an increase of 4,141 people from the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,661. The growth is inferred from ABS' estimated resident population of 14,350 in June 2024 and an additional 2,250 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 433 persons per square kilometer, offering significant space per person and potential for further development. Delacombe's growth rate of 38.8% since the 2021 census surpassed Rest of Vic.'s 8.1% and the national average, positioning it as a regional growth leader. Interstate migration drove this growth, contributing approximately 85.3% 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 this data, AreaSearch employs 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 dynamics anticipate exceptional growth, placing Delacombe in the top 10% of national regional areas. By 2041, the area is expected to grow by 18,326 persons, reflecting a total increase of 120.2%.

The level of residential development activity in Delacombe was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Delacombe has seen approximately 571 new homes approved annually over recent years. Between FY21 and FY25, a total of 2856 homes were approved, with an additional 147 approved so far in FY26. On average, about 1.9 people have moved to the area for each dwelling built during these five financial years.

This balance between supply and demand has resulted in stable market conditions. The average construction cost of new properties is $234,000, which is below regional norms, offering more affordable housing options. In FY26, there have been $41.2 million worth of commercial approvals, indicating strong commercial development momentum. Compared to the Rest of Vic., Delacombe has 362% more development activity per person, providing buyers with ample choice. However, construction activity has eased recently.

This high level of development is significantly above the national average, indicating robust developer interest in the area. New developments consist of 94% detached dwellings and 6% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional low-density character focused on family homes. There are approximately 43 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. According to AreaSearch quarterly estimates, Delacombe is forecasted to gain 17,795 residents by 2041. Development is keeping pace with projected growth, though buyers may face increasing competition as the population expands.

Delacombe has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

A total of 34 infrastructure projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area. Key projects include Delacombe Village (Stage 3 - Delacombe Town Centre), Delacombe Village, Winterfield Estate, and Delacombe Big Housing Build - Leawarra Neighbourhood. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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Delacombe has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Delacombe has a skilled workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 4.9% as of September 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.8%.

There were 7,163 residents employed while the unemployment rate was 1.1% higher than Rest of Vic.'s rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation in Delacombe was 66.8%, compared to Rest of Vic.'s 61.4%. According to Census responses, 12.5% of residents worked from home.

Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction sectors. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 1.3% versus the regional average of 7.5%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census working population to local population count. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 2.8% and labour force increased by 2.9%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of Vic. experienced employment decline of 0.7% and labour force decline of 0.6%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% expansion over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Delacombe's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The median income among taxpayers in Delacombe SA2 was $52,537 according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The average income stood at $60,059 during the same period. For Rest of Vic., these figures were $50,954 and $62,728 respectively. By September 2025, estimates based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.25% suggest median income would be approximately $56,871 and average income around $65,014. Income data from the 2021 Census places household, family and personal incomes in Delacombe at modest levels, ranking between the 43rd and 43rd percentiles. The largest income bracket comprises 39.6% of residents earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (5,861 residents), similar to the broader area where this cohort represents 30.3%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Delacombe, with only 84.3% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 44th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

In Delacombe, as per the latest Census evaluation, 94.6% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 5.4% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This compares to Non-Metro Vic., where 90.1% of dwellings were houses and 9.9% were other types. Home ownership in Delacombe stood at 27.3%, with mortgaged dwellings making up 46.2% and rented ones accounting for 26.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,500, exceeding Non-Metro Vic.'s average of $1,430. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent in Delacombe was $360, compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s $285. Nationally, Delacombe's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 74.6% of all households, including 30.7% couples with children, 27.8% couples without children, and 14.8% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 25.4%, with lone person households at 21.4% and group households making up 4.0%. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Rest of Vic. average of 2.4.

Delacombe shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

The area's university qualification rate is 19.1%, significantly lower than Victoria's average of 33.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 39.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (9.7%) and certificates (30.1%). Educational participation is high, with 30.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 10.6% in primary, 7.3% in secondary, and 4.9% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.6% in primary education, 7.3% in secondary education, and 4.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Delacombe has 36 active public transport stops serviced by three routes, offering 556 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents typically located 558 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward, with car being the dominant mode at 96%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, 12.5% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 79 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 15 weekly trips per individual stop.

Service frequency averages 79 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 15 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Delacombe is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data indicates significant health challenges in Delacombe, as per AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high across both younger and older age groups.

Private health cover is low, at approximately 49% of the total population (~7,238 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions, affecting 10.8 and 10.3% of residents respectively. However, 64.1% of residents claim to be free from medical ailments, slightly higher than the Rest of Vic.'s 63.4%. The working-age population faces notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. As of 2021, 11.0% of Delacombe's residents are aged 65 and over (1,628 people), lower than Rest of Vic.'s 23.9%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Delacombe ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Delacombe's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 90.1% of its population being citizens born in Australia who speak English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, comprising 41.1% of Delacombe's population. Notably, the 'Other' category comprises 1.8%, compared to 0.8% across Victoria.

The top three ancestry groups are Australian (31.0%), English (30.9%), and Irish (8.5%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences in representation: Dutch is overrepresented at 1.9%, Scottish at 8.3%, and Maltese remains steady at 0.5%.

Delacombe's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Delacombe has a median age of 31, which is lower than the Rest of Vic's figure of 43 and Australia's national median age of 38. The 25-34 age group comprises 23.6% of Delacombe's population, higher than Rest of Vic's percentage but lower than the national average of 14.4%. Conversely, the 65-74 cohort makes up only 6.1% of Delacombe's population. Between 2021 and present, the median age has decreased by 1.9 years from 33 to 31, indicating a shift towards a younger demographic. During this period, the 25-34 age group grew from 18.5% to 23.6%, while the 35-44 cohort increased from 12.1% to 14.8%. Meanwhile, the 65-74 cohort declined from 8.2% to 6.1%, and the 55-64 group dropped from 9.6% to 7.7%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Delacombe's age profile, with the 25-34 age group expected to grow by 147% (an increase of 5,124 people), reaching a total of 8,621 from its current figure of 3,496.