Laverton
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Laverton's population, as of Aug 2025, is approximately 13,123 people. This figure represents a growth of 1,664 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 11,459. The increase was inferred from the estimated resident population of 12,754 in June 2024 and an additional 491 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 589 persons per square kilometer. Laverton's growth rate of 14.5% since the 2021 census surpassed both the national average (8.6%) and state averages, indicating significant population growth in the area. Overseas migration contributed approximately 68.6% to this growth during 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 these 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 the years 2032 to 2041. Future trends predict exceptional growth for Laverton, with an expected increase of 6,793 persons by 2041, marking a total gain of 49.0% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Laverton among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Laverton has averaged approximately 117 new dwelling approvals annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics produces development approval data on a financial year basis, with a total of 588 approvals across the past five financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and 10 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. On average, each dwelling has accommodated around 2.1 new residents annually over these five years, indicating steady demand that supports property values. New homes are being constructed at an average expected cost of $343,000, which is below regional norms, reflecting more affordable housing options for buyers.

This financial year, $172.3 million in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting strong local business investment. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Laverton has roughly two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person, while it ranks among the 61st percentile of areas assessed nationally. New building activity consists of approximately 44.0% detached houses and 56.0% attached dwellings, with this shift towards compact living offering affordable entry pathways and attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This represents a significant change from the current housing mix, which is predominantly 82.0% houses, reflecting reduced availability of development sites and addressing shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. The location currently has around 245 people per dwelling approval, indicating potential for further growth.

Looking ahead, Laverton is projected to grow by approximately 6,424 residents by the year 2041. Development activity is keeping pace with expected population growth, although buyers may face increasing competition as the resident population expands.

Laverton 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 30 projects likely impacting the area. Notable ones include Greening the Pipeline, Manor Lakes North Reserve Master Plan Implementation, Williams Landing Office Buildings Development - Boston Commons & Hudson Hub, and Williams Landing Town Centre Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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The labour market in Laverton demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia

Laverton has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate was 4.5% as of June 2025.

In the past year, there was an estimated employment growth of 5.3%. As of June 2025, 7914 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, mirroring Greater Melbourne's rate. Workforce participation stood at 68.2%, slightly higher than Greater Melbourne's 64.1%. Key employment industries among Laverton residents include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and transport, postal & warehousing.

The area has a notable concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with employment levels at 1.8 times the regional average. However, education & training has limited presence, with only 5.7% of residents employed in this sector compared to the regional average of 9.2%. Laverton functions as an employment hub with 1.9 workers for every resident, attracting workers from surrounding areas. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 5.3%, while the labour force grew by 5.7%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 0.4 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 3.5% over the same period, with the labour force growing by 4.0%. State-level data from Sep-25 shows Victoria's employment growth at 1.08% year-on-year, adding 39,880 jobs. The state unemployment rate was 4.7%, slightly higher than the national rate of 4.5%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts for May 2025 project a 6.6% expansion in employment over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Laverton's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.5% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, though these figures are illustrative extrapolations and do not account for localised population projections.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

Laverton's median income among taxpayers was $54,882 in financial year 2022, according to ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This figure is slightly above the national average. The average income in Laverton for that year stood at $65,760, compared to Greater Melbourne's median of $54,892 and average of $73,761. By March 2025, estimates based on a 10.11% increase from the Wage Price Index suggest Laverton's median income will be approximately $60,431 and the average will be around $72,408. As per Census 2021 data, incomes in Laverton cluster around the 67th percentile nationally for household, family, and personal incomes. The predominant income cohort in Laverton consists of 4,658 people, representing 35.5% of locals, who fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 category. This is similar to the broader area where 32.8% occupy this range. In Laverton, high housing costs consume 16.7% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 71st percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile nationally.

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

Laverton's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 81.8% houses and 18.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Melbourne metro's 88.1% houses and 12.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Laverton was at 16.2%, with the rest being mortgaged (36.9%) or rented (46.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Laverton was $2,000, exceeding Melbourne metro's average of $1,924. Median weekly rent in Laverton was $380, compared to Melbourne metro's $370. Nationally, Laverton's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Laverton features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households are the majority, making up 72.9% of all households. They consist of 37.9% couples with children, 22.3% couples without children, and 10.6% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 27.1%, with lone person households at 19.8% and group households comprising 7.3%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 3.1.

The educational profile of Laverton exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Laverton's educational attainment is notably higher than national averages. Among residents aged 15+, 44.7% have university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and the SA4 region's 32.0%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 25.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (16.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 25.6% of residents holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 11.5% and certificates at 14.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 34.2% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary (10.1%), tertiary (7.3%), and secondary (6.0%) education levels. Laverton's four schools have a combined enrollment of 1,363 students, operating under typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1023). The educational mix comprises one primary school and three K-12 schools. School places per 100 residents (10.4) are lower than the regional average (18.4), suggesting some students may attend schools in nearby areas.

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

Laverton has 92 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 19 different routes that collectively facilitate 15,344 weekly passenger trips. The transport accessibility in Laverton is rated good, with residents typically located 274 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 2,192 daily trips across all routes, which equates to approximately 166 weekly trips per individual stop.

Laverton's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Laverton's health outcomes show notable results, with common health conditions similar across both younger and older age groups.

Private health cover stands at approximately 52%, higher than the average SA2 area (~6,876 people). Mental health issues and asthma were the most prevalent conditions, affecting 5.7% and 5.2% of residents respectively. A total of 81.6% reported no medical ailments, compared to 79.2% in Greater Melbourne. The area has 6.8% (893 people) aged 65 and over, lower than the 8.3% in Greater Melbourne.

Laverton is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Laverton has a high level of cultural diversity, with 60.6% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home and 59.7% having been born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Laverton, accounting for 34.0% of the population. Hinduism is notably prevalent at 17.9%, compared to the regional average of 15.7%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (24.7%), Indian (14.9%), and English (12.6%). Some ethnic groups show significant variations: Filipino is overrepresented at 3.7% (regional average is 3.1%), Samoan at 0.9% (vs 1.0%), and Chinese at 11.5% (regional average is 5.3%).

Laverton hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Laverton's median age is 32 years, which is younger than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 and lower than Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Laverton has a higher percentage of residents aged 25-34 (23.8%) but fewer residents aged 75-84 (1.6%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is notably higher than the national average of 14.5%. According to post-2021 Census data, the percentage of residents aged 45-54 has increased from 10.2% to 11.0%, while the percentage of those aged 35-44 has decreased from 19.8% to 18.6%. Demographic projections suggest Laverton's age profile will significantly change by 2041, with the strongest growth expected in the 45-54 cohort, which is projected to grow by 75%, adding 1,084 residents to reach a total of 2,528.