Glenelg (Vic.)

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

Glenelg's population was around 9,002 as of November 2025. This figure reflects an increase of 82 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,920. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 8,832 in June 2024 and an additional 77 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 1.5 persons per square kilometer. Glenelg's growth rate of 0.9% since the census is within 0.7 percentage points of the SA3 area's rate of 1.6%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population gains in recent periods.

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. By 2041, Glenelg is projected to increase its population by 482 persons, reflecting a total increase of 3.5% over the 17-year period.

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

Glenelg has received approximately 26 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 130 homes. As of FY-26, there have been 5 recorded approvals. Despite a decrease in population during this period, housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice. The average construction value for new homes is $306,000.

In the current financial year, there have been $9.2 million in commercial approvals, indicating Glenelg's primarily residential nature. Compared to the Rest of Vic., Glenelg shows 15.0% lower construction activity per person and ranks at the 36th percentile nationally, suggesting more limited choices for buyers and supporting demand for existing homes. This lower-than-average national activity reflects the area's maturity and may indicate planning constraints. All new constructions have been standalone homes, maintaining Glenelg's traditional low-density character with a focus on family homes.

There are estimated to be 468 people per dwelling approval in the area, reflecting its quiet development environment. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Glenelg is projected to gain 312 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Glenelg has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 28thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 17 projects that may affect this region. Notable ones include Kentbruck Green Power Hub, Budj Bim Cultural Landscape Infrastructure, Tyrendarra Town Area Restructure Plan, and Settlers Rd, Tyrendarra - Roads to Recovery Project. The following list details those likely most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Glenelg ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Glenelg has a balanced workforce with diverse sector representation. As of September 2025, its unemployment rate is 2.3%. The area has 4,285 residents in work, which is 1.4% below the Rest of Vic.'s rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation stands at 58.4%, compared to Rest of Vic.'s 61.4%. According to Census responses, 18.3% of residents work from home. Key industries include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Agriculture, forestry & fishing has notable concentration with employment levels at 3.5 times the regional average.

Conversely, education & training shows lower representation at 5.5%, compared to the regional average of 9.1%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities. Over the year to September 2025, labour force levels decreased by 3.2% and employment fell by 3.4%, resulting in an unemployment rate rise of 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest Glenelg's employment should increase by 5.3% over five years and 11.8% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections.

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

The Glenelg SA2's income level is below the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year ending June 30, 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Glenelg SA2 is $46,476 and the average income stands at $57,149. In comparison, Rest of Vic.'s median income is $50,954 and average income is $62,728. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.25% since financial year ending June 30, 2023, current estimates for Glenelg SA2 would be approximately $50,310 (median) and $61,864 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Glenelg all fall between the 15th and 19th percentiles nationally. The largest segment comprises 28.0% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (2,520 residents), mirroring regional levels where 30.3% occupy this bracket. While housing costs are modest with 91.8% of income retained, the total disposable income ranks at just the 24th percentile nationally.

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

Glenelg's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 96.9% houses and 3.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro Vic.'s 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Glenelg stood at 55.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 31.4% and rented ones at 12.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,073, below Non-Metro Vic.'s average of $1,430. Median weekly rent in Glenelg was $180, compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s $285 and the national figure of $375. Nationally, Glenelg's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863.

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

Family households constitute 66.7% of all households, including 23.3% couples with children, 35.2% couples without children, and 7.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 33.3%, with lone person households at 30.9% and group households comprising 2.3% of the total. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Vic. average of 2.4.

Glenelg faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 13.9%, significantly lower than Victoria's average of 33.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.6%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.2%) and postgraduate qualifications (2.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 41.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (9.7%) and certificates (31.4%). A total of 24.8% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, with 9.3% in primary, 8.1% in secondary, and 1.9% in tertiary education.

A substantial 24.8% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 9.3% in primary education, 8.1% in secondary education, and 1.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Glenelg has 14 operational public transport stops. These are served by three distinct routes offering a total of 42 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility in Glenelg is limited, with residents residing an average of 4054 meters from the nearest stop. Glenelg, being predominantly residential, sees most commuters traveling outward. Cars are the primary mode of transport, used by 91% of residents, while walking accounts for 7%. On average, there are 1.9 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 18.3% of Glenelg residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages six trips daily, resulting in roughly three weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Glenelg faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is very low at approximately 48% of the total population (around 4,284 people), compared to 50.5% in Rest of Vic., and the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 12.0% and 8.1% of residents respectively. However, 63.3% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, similar to the 63.4% in Rest of Vic.. The working-age population faces notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. Glenelg has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 27.8% (around 2,502 people), compared to 23.5% in Rest of Vic.. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, ranking even higher than the general population nationally.

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

Glenelg's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 89.8% of its population being Australian citizens, born in Australia (91.3%), and speaking English only at home (97.6%). Christianity was the predominant religion in Glenelg, comprising 48.5%, compared to 47.3% across the Rest of Vic.. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (33.3%), English (32.9%), and Scottish (9.7%).

Notably, Maltese, Dutch, and Irish ethnicities had different representations: Maltese at 0.6% in Glenelg vs 0.5% regionally, Dutch at 1.5% vs 1.7%, and Irish at 9.3% vs 9.7%.

Glenelg ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Glenelg has a median age of 50, which is higher than Rest of Vic.'s figure of 43 and well above the national average of 38. The 65-74 age group comprises 16.2% of Glenelg's population, compared to Rest of Vic.'s percentage, and this is notably higher than the national average of 9.4%. In contrast, the 25-34 cohort makes up 8.6% of Glenelg's population. According to the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 8.6% to 9.9%, while the 35 to 44 cohort has risen from 9.6% to 10.8%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has decreased from 17.7% to 16.1%, and the 45 to 54 group has fallen from 13.3% to 11.8%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Glenelg's age profile will change significantly. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to grow by 200 people (26%), from 769 to 970. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 65-74 and 15-24 cohorts.