Kialla

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

Kialla's population was approximately 10,190 as of November 2025. This figure indicates an increase of 1,108 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,082. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,109 in June 2024 and an additional 287 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 131 persons per square kilometer. Kialla's growth rate of 12.2% since the 2021 census exceeded both its SA4 region (3.5%) and SA3 area, positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 69.2% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is using 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 utilises the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted employing 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. Based on projected demographic shifts, Kialla is predicted to grow exceptionally over the period, with an expected increase of 8,657 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total gain of 84.2% over the 17 years.

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

Kialla has recorded approximately 127 residential properties granted approval annually over the past five financial years, totalling 639 homes. As of FY-26, 39 approvals have been recorded. On average, 2.6 people moved to the area per new home constructed between FY-21 and FY-25. The average construction cost value for new homes over this period was $309,000.

In FY-26, $480,000 in commercial approvals have been registered. Compared to the Rest of Vic., Kialla records 110% more construction activity per person. The recent construction comprises 94% standalone homes and 6% townhouses or apartments. There are approximately 120 people per dwelling approval in Kialla. By 2041, Kialla is expected to grow by 8,576 residents.

If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth.

Kialla has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 36thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 20 projects that could affect this region. Notable ones include Kialla Lakes Estate, Kialla West Growth Corridor, River Road West Subdivision - Stage 1, and River Road Kialla Intersection Upgrade. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Kialla ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Kialla's workforce is skilled with well-represented essential services sectors. The unemployment rate as of September 2025 was 1.5%.

There were 5,205 residents employed while the unemployment rate was 2.2% lower than Rest of Vic.'s rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation was higher at 65.7%, compared to Rest of Vic.'s 57.4%. Leading employment industries among residents included health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing showed lower representation at 4.3% versus the regional average of 7.5%. The area appeared to offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, labour force decreased by 9.9% while employment declined by 10.6%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.8 percentage points. By comparison, Rest of Vic. recorded an employment decline of 0.7% and a labour force decline of 0.6%, with unemployment rising marginally. State-level data as of 25-Nov showed VIC employment grew by 1.13% year-on-year, adding 41,950 jobs, 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 estimated national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kialla's employment mix suggested local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

The median taxpayer income in Kialla SA2 was $52,114, with an average of $64,190 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. This is approximately average nationally, contrasting with Rest of Vic.'s median income of $48,741 and average income of $60,693. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.16% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $58,451 (median) and $71,996 (average) as of September 2025. Census data shows household, family and personal incomes in Kialla cluster around the 61st percentile nationally. Income analysis reveals that the largest segment comprises 38.1% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (3,882 residents), consistent with broader trends across the region showing 30.3% in the same category. After housing costs, residents retain 88.5% of income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

In Kialla, as per the latest Census evaluation, 96.0% of dwellings were houses with 4.0% being other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This differs from Non-Metro Vic.'s figures which stood at 88.5% for houses and 11.5% for other dwellings. Home ownership in Kialla was higher at 38.6%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 49.6% and rented dwellings making up 11.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,625, surpassing Non-Metro Vic.'s average of $1,300. The median weekly rent figure in Kialla was recorded at $380, compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s $260. Nationally, Kialla's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were higher than the national figure of $375.

Kialla features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 81.8% of all households, including 41.9% couples with children, 30.6% couples without children, and 8.6% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 18.2%, with lone person households at 16.7% and group households at 1.5%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Rest of Vic. average of 2.5.

Kialla performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

The area has university qualification rates of 22.3%, which is significantly lower than the Victorian average of 33.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.2%, followed by graduate diplomas (3.7%) and postgraduate qualifications (3.4%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 36.9% of residents aged 15 and above holding them, including advanced diplomas (12.1%) and certificates (24.8%). Educational participation is high, with 31.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including primary (12.1%), secondary (9.3%), and tertiary (2.8%) levels.

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.1% in primary education, 9.3% in secondary education, and 2.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Kialla has 26 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by two different routes that together offer 117 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is limited, with residents on average being located 713 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 16 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately four weekly trips per individual stop.

Kialla'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 shows relatively positive outcomes for Kialla residents. The prevalence of common health conditions is quite low among the general population, but higher than the national average among older, at-risk cohorts.

Private health cover stands at approximately 52% of the total population (~5,288 people), compared to 48.4% across Rest of Vic. The most common medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 8.3 and 7.8% of residents respectively. 70.3% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 64.8% across Rest of Vic. The area has 17.1% of residents aged 65 and over (1,747 people), which is lower than the 18.9% in Rest of Vic. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Kialla records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Kialla's population showed above-average cultural diversity, with 17.3% born overseas and 20.0% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 50.1%. Notably, the 'Other' category comprised 4.5%, compared to Rest of Vic's 2.7%.

In terms of ancestry, Australians made up 27.0%, followed by English at 26.7% and Other at 10.8%. Italian ancestry was overrepresented at 7.7%, Macedonian at 0.5%, and Samoan at 0.3%.

Kialla's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Kialla has a median age of 38, which is lower than the Rest of Vic's figure of 43 but equivalent to Australia's national norm of 38. The 5-14 age group comprises 14.8% of Kialla's population, higher than Rest of Vic's percentage, while the 65-74 cohort makes up 9.3%, which is lower compared to Rest of Vic. As per the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 11.2% to 12.6% of Kialla's population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 12.9% to 11.6%, and the 55 to 64 group has dropped from 11.6% to 10.6%. Demographic projections indicate significant changes in Kialla's age profile by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age group expected to grow by 120%, increasing from 1,281 people in 2021 to 2,814 by 2041.