Mooroopna

Population growth drivers in Mooroopna are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

Mooroopna's population is approximately 8,411 as of November 2025. This represents an increase of 99 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,312. The growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 8,315 in June 2024 and an additional 156 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density of 210 persons per square kilometer. Mooroopna's 1.2% growth since the census is within 2.3 percentage points of the SA4 region's 3.5%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 93.3% of overall population gains 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 this data, AreaSearch employs the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023, adjusted using 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. Future trends predict exceptional growth, placing Mooroopna in the top 10 percent of non-metropolitan areas nationally. The area is expected to increase by 3,838 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a gain of 44.5% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Mooroopna recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Mooroopna has seen approximately 55 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling 276 homes. As of FY-26, 13 approvals have been recorded. The average number of new residents per year per dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25 is zero. This suggests that new supply is keeping pace with or exceeding demand, providing ample buyer choice and creating capacity for population growth beyond current forecasts.

The average construction cost value of new properties in Mooroopna is $252,000, which aligns with regional trends. In the current financial year, $12.4 million worth of commercial approvals have been registered, indicating balanced commercial development activity. Compared to the rest of Victoria, Mooroopna shows comparable new home approvals per person, maintaining market balance consistent with the broader area.

Ninety-three percent of new developments consist of detached dwellings, while seven percent are townhouses or apartments, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 209 people per approval, Mooroopna reflects a low-density area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Mooroopna is projected to add 3,742 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Mooroopna has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 48thth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 20 projects that may impact the area. Notable projects include Mooroopna West Growth Corridor Structure Plan, Seven Creeks Estate, Goulburn Valley Water Infrastructure Upgrades, and GV Link Enterprise Park. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment drivers in Mooroopna are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Mooroopna has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, prominent manufacturing and industrial sectors, and an unemployment rate of 4.9% as of September 2025. The employment rate is 1.2% higher than the Rest of Vic.'s rate of 3.8%, but workforce participation lags at 54.5%. Only 7.3% of residents work from home, according to Census data.

Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. Manufacturing has a particularly high employment share, at 1.5 times the regional level. Public administration & safety has limited presence, with only 4.4% employment compared to the regional average of 6.5%. The area may have limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by Census data comparing working population and resident population.

Between September 2024 and September 2025, the labour force decreased by 10.2%, while employment declined by 12.4%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 2.4 percentage points. This contrasts with Rest of Vic., where employment contracted by 0.7% and unemployment rose marginally. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Mooroopna's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by approximately 5.9% over five years and 12.8% over ten years.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Mooroopna SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $48,245. The average income stood at $53,835. This was lower than the national average and compared to levels of $50,954 and $62,728 across Rest of Vic., respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.25% since financial year 2023, current estimates for median income would be approximately $52,225 as of September 2025, with average income estimated at around $58,276 during the same period. According to 2021 Census figures, household incomes in Mooroopna fell between the 8th and 16th percentiles nationally. Family incomes also fell within this range. Personal incomes followed suit, with 27.5% of the population (2,313 individuals) earning between $400 - $799 annually. This contrasts with the region where the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket led at 30.3%. After housing costs, 85.4% of income remained, ranking at only the 11th percentile nationally.

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

Mooroopna's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 80.7% houses and 19.3% other dwellings. Compared to Non-Metro Vic., which had 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Mooroopna stood at 36.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 31.6% and rented ones at 31.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,148, lower than Non-Metro Vic.'s average of $1,430. Median weekly rent in Mooroopna was $250, compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s $285. Nationally, mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,148 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Mooroopna features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 62.3% of all households, including 20.2% couples with children, 25.7% couples without children, and 15.1% single parent families. The remaining 37.7% are non-family households, composed of 34.6% lone person households and 3.2% group households. The median household size is 2.2 people, smaller than the Rest of Vic. average of 2.4.

Mooroopna faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 12.8%, significantly lower than Victoria's average of 33.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.6%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.4%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.8%). Vocational credentials are held by 41.2% of residents aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 10.7% and certificates at 30.5%. Educational participation is high, with 29.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 10.8% in primary education, 8.8% in secondary education, and 2.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Mooroopna has 69 active public transport stops, offering a mix of train services. These are covered by 12 routes, providing a total of 197 weekly passenger trips. The average distance to the nearest stop is 197 meters. Most residents commute outwards and cars remain the primary mode of transport at 96%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling, below the regional average. Only 7.3% of residents work from home (2021 Census).

Services run an average of 28 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately two weekly trips per stop.

Health performance in Mooroopna is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Mooroopna faces significant health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low, at approximately 47% of the total population (~3,919 people), compared to 50.5% in the rest of Victoria and 55.7% nationally.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 11.8% and 11.6% of residents respectively. However, 56.1% of residents report being free from medical ailments, compared to 63.4% in the rest of Victoria. Working-age residents face notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 23.2% of residents aged 65 and over (1,948 people), with health outcomes among seniors presenting some challenges, broadly in line with national rankings.

Mooroopna ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Mooroopna's cultural diversity was below average, with 84.3% of its population being Australian citizens, born in Australia (87.2%), speaking English only at home (90.8%). Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 49.9%. The 'Other' category showed overrepresentation at 1.3%, compared to 0.8% regionally.

Top ancestry groups were English (29.8%), Australian (28.4%), and Irish (8.5%). Notably, Australian Aboriginal was overrepresented at 5.5% (vs regional 1.4%), Italian at 4.6% (vs regional 2.9%), and Samoan at 0.3% (vs regional 0.1%).

Mooroopna's median age exceeds the national pattern

Mooroopna's median age in 2021 was 42 years, similar to Rest of Vic.'s average of 43 and older than Australia's 38 years. The age profile showed that the 25-34 year-olds were particularly prominent at 15.5%, while the 5-14 group was smaller at 10.4% compared to Rest of Vic.. Between 2021 and present, the 25-34 age group grew from 12.8% to 15.5%. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort declined from 12.4% to 11.1%, and the 5-14 group dropped from 11.6% to 10.4%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Mooroopna. The 25-34 cohort is projected to grow by 80%, adding 1,047 residents to reach 2,354. Meanwhile, the 55-64 cohort grows by a modest 6% (55 people).