Lorne - Anglesea

Population growth drivers in Lorne - Anglesea are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Lorne - Anglesea's population is around 6,677 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 443 people (7.1%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,234 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 6,281 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 37 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 14.9 persons per square kilometer, providing ample space per person. Over the past decade, Lorne - Anglesea has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a 1.9% compound annual growth rate, outpacing the Rest of Vic. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which was essentially the sole driver of population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023 with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking at population projections moving forward, lower quartile growth of Australian non-metropolitan areas is anticipated, with the area expected to expand by 72 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a decline of 4.8% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Lorne - Anglesea among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Lorne - Anglesea has recorded around 50 residential properties granted approval each year, totalling 250 homes over the past 5 financial years. So far in FY-26, 17 approvals have been recorded. With an average of 2.4 people per year moving to the area per new home constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), reflecting robust demand that underpins property values, new homes are being built at an average value of $892,000, showing that developers are focusing on the premium market with high-end developments. There have also been $17.2 million in commercial approvals this financial year, suggesting balanced commercial development activity.

When measured against the Rest of Vic., Lorne - Anglesea records markedly lower building activity (53.0% below regional average per person). This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established homes. New building activity shows 93.0% detached dwellings and 7.0% attached dwellings, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. The location has approximately 141 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market.

With the population expected to remain stable or decline, Lorne - Anglesea should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Lorne - Anglesea has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 22ndth percentile nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 7 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Eden Project Anglesea, Anglesea Mine Rehabilitation and Closure Plan, Anglesea Pedestrian and Cycling Connections, and The Villas, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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The labour market in Lorne - Anglesea shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Lorne - Anglesea possesses a highly educated workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, and an unemployment rate of just 1.8%. As of December 2025, 3,213 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.9% below Regional Vic.'s rate of 3.7%, and workforce participation is somewhat below standard (59.1% compared to Regional Vic.'s 61.5%). Based on Census responses, a high 35.5% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

The key industries of employment among residents are accommodation & food, health care & social assistance, and construction. The area shows particularly strong specialization in accommodation & food, with an employment share of 2.0 times the regional level. On the other hand, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, with only 1.0% of Lorne - Anglesea's workforce compared to 7.5% in Regional Vic.. The area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, over the 12 months to December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 0.9% combined with employment decreasing by 1.0%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.1 percentage points. This compares to Regional Vic., where employment fell by 0.6%, labour force contracted by 0.7%, and unemployment fell 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Lorne - Anglesea. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Lorne - Anglesea's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 13.8% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-23 reveals that income in the Lorne - Anglesea SA2 is very high nationally, with the median assessed at $48,093 while the average income stands at $76,710. This contrasts to Regional Vic.'s figures of a median income of $50,954 and an average income of $62,728. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.25% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $52,061 (median) and $83,039 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows personal income ranks at the 64th percentile ($881 weekly), while household income sits at the 46th percentile. The earnings profile shows the predominant cohort spans 29.6% of locals (1,976 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, aligning with regional levels where this cohort likewise represents 30.3%. After housing costs, residents retain 88.1% of income, reflecting strong purchasing power and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

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

Dwelling structure within Lorne - Anglesea, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 92.5% houses and 7.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Regional Vic.'s 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Lorne - Anglesea was well beyond that of Regional Vic., at 56.1%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (26.4%) or rented (17.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well above the Regional Vic. average at $2,167, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $390, compared to Regional Vic.'s $1,430 and $285. Nationally, Lorne - Anglesea's mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are exceeding the national figure of $375.

Lorne - Anglesea has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 67.3% of all households, comprising 22.0% couples with children, 38.0% couples without children, and 6.6% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 32.7%, with lone person households at 29.8% and group households comprising 2.9% of the total. The median household size of 2.2 people is smaller than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.

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

Educational attainment in Lorne - Anglesea significantly surpasses broader benchmarks, with 44.4% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 21.7% in Rest of Vic. and 28.6% in the SA4 region. This substantial educational advantage positions the area strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees lead at 28.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (10.5%) and graduate diplomas (5.5%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 30.6% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (12.9%) and certificates (17.7%).

A substantial 24.4% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 7.2% in primary education, 6.9% 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 reveals 17 active transport stops operating within Lorne - Anglesea. These stops are serviced by 2 individual routes, collectively providing 75 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as limited, with residents typically located 687 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 86%, with 9% walking. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per dwelling. A high 35.5% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 10 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 4 weekly trips per individual stop.

Lorne - Anglesea's residents are extremely healthy with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Lorne - Anglesea, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both young and old age cohorts see a low prevalence of common health conditions, and the rate of private health cover is very high at approximately 57% of the total population (~3,805 people), compared to 50.5% across Regional Vic..

The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 9.9% and 6.9% of residents, respectively, while 66.8% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic.. The under-65 population demonstrates better than average health outcomes. The area has 34.1% of residents aged 65 and over (2,276 people), which is higher than the 23.9% in Regional Vic.. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings even higher than those of the general population.

Lorne - Anglesea is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Lorne - Anglesea was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 89.3% of its population being citizens, 87.3% born in Australia, and 95.2% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Lorne - Anglesea is Christianity, which makes up 37.9% of people. However, the most apparent overrepresentation is in Judaism, which comprises 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional Vic..

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Lorne - Anglesea are English, comprising 31.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 26.2% of the population, and Irish, comprising 13.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Scottish is notably overrepresented at 11.7% of Lorne - Anglesea (vs 8.8% regionally), French at 0.6% (vs 0.3%) and Polish at 0.8% (vs 0.5%).

Lorne - Anglesea ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

The 54-year median age in Lorne - Anglesea is significantly above Regional Vic.'s average of 43 and also considerably older than the national norm of 38. Compared to the Regional Vic. average, the 65 - 74 cohort is notably over-represented (20.5% locally), while 5 - 14 year-olds are under-represented (8.2%). This 65 - 74 concentration is well above the national 9.5%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 9.2% to 11.2% of the population, while the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 9.1% to 10.3%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 12.0% to 9.9% and the 55 to 64 group dropped from 18.4% to 16.5%. By 2041, Lorne - Anglesea is expected to see notable shifts in its age composition. The 25 to 34 age cohort is projected to grow steadily, expanding by 69 people (12%) from 600 to 670. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 45 to 54 and 5 to 14 cohorts.