Moonee Ponds

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

Moonee Ponds' population was around 17,880 as of November 2025. This figure reflects an increase of 1,656 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 16,224. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 17,823 in June 2024 and an additional 441 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 4,100 persons per square kilometer, placing Moonee Ponds in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 10.2% since the 2021 census exceeded the national average of 8.9%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 87.5% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers being positive factors.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for each SA2 area. For areas not covered by this data, they utilise the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023 with adjustments made using weighted aggregation methods. Considering these projections, Moonee Ponds is expected to grow by 4,945 persons by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 27.3% over the 17-year period.

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

Moonee Ponds has averaged approximately 210 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 1,054 homes. As of FY-26, 14 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.6 people per year move to the area for each dwelling built during this period (FY-21 to FY-25). This balance between supply and demand results in stable market conditions, with new properties constructed at an average expected construction cost value of $394,000.

In FY-26, $62.1 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, indicating high local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Moonee Ponds shows moderately higher development activity, 45.0% above the regional average per person over the five-year period. This suggests strong developer confidence in the location, substantially higher than national averages. New development consists of 7.0% detached dwellings and 93.0% medium and high-density housing, appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. This shift from the area's existing housing (currently 45.0% houses) indicates decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles and demand for diverse, affordable housing options. With around 381 people per approval, Moonee Ponds indicates a mature market.

By 2041, it is projected to grow by approximately 4,888 residents (AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Moonee Ponds has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 39thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 18 projects that may affect this region. Notable initiatives include the Moonee Valley Racing Club Grandstand & Clubhouse Redevelopment, Moonee Valley Park, and Chain of Ponds Collaboration for Moonee Ponds Creek Improvement. The following list details those most relevant:.

Professional plan users can use the search below to filter and access additional projects.

Denotes AI-based impression for illustrative purposes only, not to be taken as definitive under any circumstances. Please follow links and conduct other investigations from the project's source for actual imagery. Developers and project owners wishing us to use original imagery please Contact Us and we will do so.

Employment performance in Moonee Ponds exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Moonee Ponds has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate was 4.2% as of September 2025, below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.7%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.9%. As of September 2025, 11,161 residents were in work, with a workforce participation rate of 70.2%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 64.1%. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training. Professional & technical services have notable concentration, at 1.4 times the regional average.

However, manufacturing is under-represented, with only 4.3% of Moonee Ponds's workforce compared to Greater Melbourne's 7.2%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data analysis. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 4.9% while labour force increased by 5.1%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.1 percentage points in Moonee Ponds. Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 3.0%, labour force growth of 3.3%, with unemployment rising 0.3 percentage points during this period. State-level data from 25-Nov shows Victoria's employment grew by 1.13% year-on-year, adding 41,950 jobs, with the state unemployment rate at 4.7%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Moonee Ponds's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.2% over ten years.

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

The median taxpayer income in Moonee Ponds SA2 was $66,481 and the average was $92,840 based on the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. This is notably higher than Greater Melbourne's median income of $54,892 and average income of $73,761. By September 2025, adjusted for a 12.16% increase in wages since FY2022, the estimated median income would be approximately $74,565 and the average would be around $104,129. According to 2021 Census figures, incomes in Moonee Ponds rank highly nationally, between the 73rd and 86th percentiles for households, families, and individuals. The income analysis shows that 30.7% of residents earn between $1,500-$2,999 per week (5,489 individuals), which is consistent with broader regional trends at 32.8%. A substantial proportion, 33.1%, have incomes above $3,000 per week, indicating strong economic capacity in the suburb. Housing expenses consume 14.5% of income on average, and residents rank within the 75th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Moonee Ponds displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Moonee Ponds dwelling structure in the latest Census showed 44.7% houses and 55.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Melbourne metro's 44.6% houses and 55.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Moonee Ponds was higher than Melbourne metro at 30.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 29.8% and rented dwellings at 39.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,167, lower than Melbourne metro's $2,200. Median weekly rent in Moonee Ponds was $400, higher than Melbourne metro's $370. Nationally, Moonee Ponds' mortgage repayments were higher at $2,167 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $400 versus the national figure of $375.

Moonee Ponds features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 60.2% of all households, including 25.7% couples with children, 26.2% couples without children, and 6.7% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 39.8%, with lone person households at 34.4% and group households making up 5.4%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.3.

Educational achievement in Moonee Ponds places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Moonee Ponds has a higher proportion of residents aged 15 and above with university qualifications compared to national and state averages. Specifically, 48.8% of Moonee Ponds residents hold such qualifications, surpassing the Australian average of 30.4% and the Victorian average of 33.4%. This educational advantage is reflected in the variety of qualifications held by residents: Bachelor degrees are most common at 30.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (13.0%) and graduate diplomas (5.7%). Vocational pathways also contribute significantly to educational attainment, with advanced diplomas accounting for 10.3% and certificates for 11.7%.

Educational participation is high in Moonee Ponds, with 26.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.1% in tertiary education, 6.9% in primary education, and 5.9% pursuing secondary education.

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

Moonee Ponds has 85 active public transport stops. These include train, light rail, and bus stops serviced by 20 routes. The total weekly passenger trips are 19,190.

Residents' average distance to the nearest stop is 166 meters. Daily service frequency averages 2,741 trips across all routes, equating to about 225 weekly trips per individual stop.

Moonee Ponds'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

Moonee Ponds residents have relatively positive health outcomes according to data available. The prevalence of common health conditions is quite low among the general population but higher than the national average for older and at-risk cohorts.

Approximately 67% of Moonee Ponds' total population (11,997 people) has private health cover, compared to the national average of 55.3%. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 8.9 and 7.4% of residents respectively. A total of 71.3% of Moonee Ponds residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 72.0% across Greater Melbourne. As of 16 June 2021, the area has 17.1% of residents aged 65 and over (3,062 people), which is higher than the 16.0% in Greater Melbourne. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those for the broader population.

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

Moonee Ponds has a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 29.1% of its population born overseas and 25.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Moonee Ponds, making up 51.9% of people. Judaism is slightly overrepresented compared to Greater Melbourne, comprising 0.2% versus 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (20.0%), Australian (17.6%), and Italian (12.1%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences: Maltese at 1.7% in Moonee Ponds compared to 1.6% regionally, Greek at 3.7% versus 3.2%, and Croatian at 1.1% versus 1.0%.

Moonee Ponds's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Moonee Ponds is 38 years, close to Greater Melbourne's average of 37 and equivalent to Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Moonee Ponds has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (19.2%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (8.5%). Between the 2016 Census and the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 65-74 increased from 8.4% to 9.3%, while the proportion of those aged 45-54 decreased from 13.1% to 12.2%. By 2041, Moonee Ponds' population is expected to shift significantly in age composition, with the 65-74 group projected to grow by 57%, reaching 2,610 people from 1,662.