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 was around 15,217 as of Nov 2025. This reflected an increase of 4,556 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,661 people. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 14,320 from the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 2,194 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equated to a density ratio of 445 persons per square kilometer. Delacombe's growth rate of 42.7% since the 2021 census exceeded that of the non-metro area (6.0%). Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration, contributing approximately 85.3% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopted ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered, they utilized the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023, adjusting using a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group were applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on demographic trends, exceptional growth was predicted over the period with the area expected to increase by 18,326 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 114.2% in total over the 17 years.

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

Delacombe has averaged approximately 571 new dwelling approvals annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, a total of 2,856 homes were approved, with an additional 135 approved so far in FY-26. On average, each new dwelling constructed over these five years has accommodated around 1.9 new residents annually.

This balance between supply and demand has contributed to stable market conditions. The average construction value of these new homes is $234,000, which is below regional levels, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. In FY-26 alone, there have been $41.2 million in commercial approvals, indicating high local commercial activity. Compared to the rest of Victoria, Delacombe exhibits 362.0% higher construction activity per person, offering buyers greater choice while recent development activity has shown some moderation. This significant level of activity is notably higher than national averages, reflecting strong developer confidence in the location.

Recent construction primarily consists of detached dwellings (94.0%) and a smaller proportion of attached dwellings (6.0%), maintaining Delacombe's traditional low-density character with a focus on family homes. With approximately 43 people per dwelling approval, Delacombe displays characteristics of a growth area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Delacombe is projected to gain around 17,380 residents by 2041. Current development appears well-aligned with future population needs, supporting steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Delacombe has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Area infrastructure significantly impacts local performance. AreaSearch identified 34 projects likely affecting the area. Notable 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 most relevant.

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

Delacombe has a skilled workforce with well-represented essential services sectors. The unemployment rate in September 2025 was 4.9%, with an estimated employment growth of 2.8% over the past year.

As of this date, 7,163 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate 1.1% higher than Rest of Vic.'s rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation in Delacombe was 65.0%, compared to Rest of Vic.'s 57.4%. Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction, while agriculture, forestry & fishing has lower representation at 1.3% versus the regional average of 7.5%.

Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 2.8%, labour force increased by 2.9%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of Vic. saw a fall in employment by 0.7% and a contraction in labour force by 0.6%. State-level data to 25-Nov shows VIC 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 national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Delacombe's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year 2022, Delacombe SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $50,208 and an average income of $57,876. These figures are lower than the national averages of $48,741 and $60,693 respectively for Rest of Vic. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.16% since financial year 2022, estimated median income as of September 2025 is approximately $56,313, with average income at around $64,914. As per the 2021 Census, household incomes rank at the 43rd percentile, family incomes at the 43rd percentile, and personal incomes also at the 43rd percentile in Delacombe. Income brackets show that 39.6% of individuals (6,025 people) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.3% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 44th percentile. Delacombe's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Delacombe, as evaluated at the 2016 Census, comprised 94.6% houses and 5.4% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro Vic.'s dwelling structure was 85.6% houses and 14.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Delacombe was at 27.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 46.2% and rented dwellings at 26.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Delacombe was $1,500, compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s average of $1,499. The median weekly rent figure for Delacombe was $360, while Non-Metro Vic.'s was $300. 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 account for the remaining 25.4%, with lone person households at 21.4% and group households comprising 4.0%. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is 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

Public transport analysis conducted in Delacombe identified 36 active transport stops operating within the area. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with a total of 6 individual routes providing service. Collectively, these routes facilitate 620 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated as moderate, with residents typically located an average of 558 meters from the nearest transport stop. Service frequency across all routes averages 88 trips per day, equating to approximately 17 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Delacombe is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a slightly higher degree among older age cohorts

Delacombe faces significant health challenges with common health conditions prevalent across all age groups but somewhat higher among older cohorts. Approximately 49% (~7,441 people) have private health cover, lower than the Rest of Vic's 50.9% and the national average of 55.3%. Mental health issues impact 10.8% of residents, while asthma affects 10.3%.

A total of 64.1% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 62.3% across Rest of Vic. The area has 11.7% (1,778 people) aged 65 and over, lower than the 17.8% in Rest of Vic., but health outcomes among seniors require more attention.

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, 88.5% born in Australia, and 92.0% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Delacombe, comprising 41.1% of the population. Notably, the 'Other' category makes up 1.8% of the population, higher than the regional average of 1.0%.

In terms of ancestry, Australian is the most represented group at 31.0%, followed by English at 30.9% and Irish at 8.5%. Some ethnic groups show notable differences in representation: Dutch is overrepresented at 1.9% compared to the regional average of 2.1%, Scottish is also overrepresented at 8.3% (vs 9.2%), and Maltese, while still a small percentage, is higher than the regional average 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 younger than the Rest of Vic's figure of 43 and Australia's national average of 38 years. The 25-34 age group makes up 22.9% of Delacombe's population, higher than the Rest of Vic., while the 65-74 cohort comprises 6.5%. This concentration in the 25-34 age group is significantly above the national average of 14.5%. Between 2021 and now, the median age has decreased by 1.6 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 22.9%, while the 35-44 cohort increased from 12.1% to 14.2%. Conversely, the 65-74 cohort declined from 8.2% to 6.5% and the 55-64 group dropped from 9.6% to 7.9%. Demographic modeling suggests Delacombe's age profile will significantly evolve by 2041. Leading this shift, the 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 148%, reaching 8,621 people from its current figure of 3,481.