Heidelberg - Rosanna

Heidelberg - Rosanna lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Heidelberg - Rosanna's population is approximately 17,018 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 979 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 16,039. The change was inferred from ABS estimates showing an estimated resident population of 16,915 in June 2024 and an additional 156 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a population density ratio of 2,671 persons per square kilometer, placing the area in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch assessments. Heidelberg - Rosanna's growth rate of 6.1% since the 2021 Census exceeds that of its SA3 area (5.1%), indicating it as a growth leader within the region. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth during this period.

AreaSearch employs 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 Victorian State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted through weighted aggregation to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Future population projections indicate exceptional growth in Heidelberg - Rosanna, placing it within the top 10 percent nationally. By 2041, the area is expected to expand by 8,038 persons based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 46.6% over the 17-year period.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Heidelberg - Rosanna when compared nationally

Heidelberg - Rosanna has seen approximately 84 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling 421 homes. As of FY-26, 27 approvals have been recorded. On average, about one person moves to the area each year for every dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25. The average construction value of new dwellings is $446,000.

This financial year has seen $28.1 million in commercial approvals. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Heidelberg - Rosanna shows around 75% of the construction activity per person and ranks among the 70th percentile nationally. New development consists of 30.0% standalone homes and 70.0% attached dwellings. The area's population density is approximately 233 people per approval, indicating a low-density area. By 2041, Heidelberg - Rosanna is forecasted to gain 7,935 residents.

If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth.

Heidelberg - Rosanna has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 23 projects that could impact this region. Notable ones are Austin Hospital Emergency Department Expansion, Rosanna Village Masterplan & Redevelopment, The Austin Heidelberg, and Heidelberg Structure Plan Implementation. Below is a list detailing those likely to be most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Heidelberg - Rosanna demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Heidelberg-Rosanna has an educated workforce with professional services well-represented. Unemployment stands at 2.2% as of September 2025, with employment growth estimated at 0.5% over the past year.

There are 9,733 residents employed, with unemployment rate at 2.4%, below Greater Melbourne's 4.7%. Workforce participation is similar to Greater Melbourne's 64.1%. Dominant sectors include health care & social assistance (1.3 times regional level), professional & technical services, and education & training. Construction shows lower representation at 7.3% versus the regional average of 9.7%.

The worker-to-resident ratio is 1.0, indicating substantial local employment opportunities. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 0.5%, labour force by 0.4%, reducing unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. Greater Melbourne saw employment growth of 3.0% and unemployment rise by 0.3%. By November 25, 2025, Victorian employment grew by 1.13% year-on-year, with state unemployment at 4.7%, compared to national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Heidelberg-Rosanna's mix suggests local employment could grow by 7.3% in five years and 14.9% in ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ending June 2022, Heidelberg - Rosanna SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $62,501. The average level stood at $89,512. This is among the highest in Australia compared to Greater Melbourne's levels of $54,892 and $73,761 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.16% since financial year ending June 2022, current estimates would be approximately $70,101 (median) and $100,397 (average) as of September 2025. From the Census conducted in August 2021, household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in Heidelberg - Rosanna, between the 72nd and 81st percentiles nationally. Income analysis reveals that 30.3% of the population (5,156 individuals) fall within the $1,500 to $2,999 income range, similar to the metropolitan region where 32.8% occupy this bracket. Higher earners represent a substantial presence with 33.7% exceeding $3,000 weekly. Housing accounts for 14.3% of income while strong earnings rank residents within the 75th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Heidelberg - Rosanna displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Heidelberg-Rosanna's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 62.5% houses and 37.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Melbourne metro's 76.0% houses and 24.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Heidelberg-Rosanna was 35.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 32.0% and rented ones at 32.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,300, exceeding Melbourne metro's average of $2,167. Weekly rent median was $401, slightly higher than Melbourne metro's $399. Nationally, Heidelberg-Rosanna's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,300 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $401 versus the national figure of $375.

Heidelberg - Rosanna has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 67.9% of all households, including 32.6% couples with children, 25.7% couples without children, and 8.6% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 32.1%, with lone person households at 28.8% and group households comprising 3.3% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.5.

Heidelberg - Rosanna shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Heidelberg's educational attainment significantly exceeds broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15+, 49.8% hold university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and the SA4 region's 32.8%. This advantage positions Heidelberg strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 29.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (14.5%) and graduate diplomas (5.6%).

Vocational pathways account for 22.8% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 9.6% and certificates at 13.2%. Educational participation is high, with 28.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (10.1%), secondary education (6.9%), and tertiary education (6.5%).

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

Transport analysis shows 74 active stops in Heidelberg - Rosanna offering train and bus services. These stops are served by 12 routes facilitating 6,554 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy good transport accessibility, with an average distance of 222 meters to the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 936 daily trips across all routes, equating to approximately 88 weekly trips per individual stop.

Heidelberg - Rosanna's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Health data for Heidelberg - Rosanna shows positive health outcomes overall. Prevalence of common health conditions is relatively low among the general population but higher than the national average in older, at-risk groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high, with approximately 64% of the total population (10,891 people) having it, compared to Greater Melbourne's 60.3% and the national average of 55.3%.

Mental health issues and arthritis are the most common medical conditions in the area, impacting 8.3 and 7.3% of residents respectively. A total of 70.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to Greater Melbourne's 69.3%. The area has 19.0% of residents aged 65 and over (3,238 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges requiring more attention than the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Heidelberg - Rosanna was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Heidelberg-Rosanna has a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 28.1% of its population born overseas and 24.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Heidelberg-Rosanna, accounting for 47.3% of people. Judaism, however, is more prevalent here at 0.2%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 0.2%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (22.1%), Australian (20.6%), and Irish (9.3%). Notably, Italians are overrepresented at 8.9% versus the regional average of 7.7%, Macedonians at 1.0% compared to 1.1%, and Sri Lankans at 0.6% against a region-wide figure of 0.5%.

Heidelberg - Rosanna's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Heidelberg-Rosanna has a median age of 40, which is slightly higher than Greater Melbourne's figure of 37 and Australia's median age of 38. The 45-54 age cohort is notably over-represented in Heidelberg-Rosanna at 14.1%, compared to the Greater Melbourne average, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 13.2%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has increased from 9.7% to 11.0% of the population, while the 45-54 cohort grew from 13.0% to 14.1%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group declined from 12.8% to 11.9%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects a significant shift in Heidelberg-Rosanna's age profile, with the 45-54 cohort expected to grow by 1,451 people (60%), increasing from 2,399 to 3,851.