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 8,408 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 96 people, a 1.2% rise from the 2021 Census which reported a population of 8,312. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 8,316 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 growth rate of 1.2% 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 from 2023, adjusting 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 for Mooroopna, placing it 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 total gain of 44.5% over the 17-year period.

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 FY26, 13 approvals have been recorded. The average number of new residents per year per dwelling constructed over these five years is zero. This indicates 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 is $252,000, which aligns with regional trends. In FY26, $12.4 million in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting 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.

The majority of new development consists of detached dwellings (93.0%) and townhouses or apartments (7.0%), 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 the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Mooroopna is projected to add 3,745 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 top 50% nationally

Area infrastructure significantly impacts local performance. AreaSearch identified 20 projects potentially influencing 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's workforce, as of September 2025, is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs. Manufacturing and industrial sectors are prominent, with an unemployment rate of 4.9%.

The employment rate is 1.2% higher than Rest of Vic., at 3.8%, but participation lags at 50.4%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. Manufacturing stands out with a share of employment 1.5 times the regional level. Public administration & safety has limited presence, at 4.4% compared to 6.5% regionally.

Local job opportunities appear limited, as Census data shows fewer working residents than population. Between September 2024 and 2025, Mooroopna's labour force decreased by 10.2%, employment declined by 12.4%, leading to a 2.4 percentage point unemployment rate rise. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows VIC employment grew by 1.13% year-on-year, with an unemployment rate of 4.7%. National forecasts project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Mooroopna's mix suggests local employment could increase by 5.9% in five years and 12.8% in ten years.

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

Mooroopna SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $45,395 and an average level of $50,616 in financial year 2022. These figures are lower than the national averages of $48,741 and $60,693 respectively for Rest of Vic. By September 2025, estimated median income would be approximately $50,915 and average income $56,771 based on a 12.16% growth since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Mooroopna fall between the 8th and 16th percentiles nationally. In Mooroopna, 27.5% of the population (2,312 individuals) have incomes ranging from $400 to $799, contrasting with the region where the $1,500 to $2,999 bracket leads at 30.3%. After housing costs, 85.4% of income remains, ranking at the 11th percentile nationally.

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

Mooroopna's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 80.7% houses and 19.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This contrasts with Non-Metro Vic.'s 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Mooroopna was at 36.5%, similar to Non-Metro Vic., 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 $1,300. Median weekly rent in Mooroopna was $250, compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s $260. Nationally, Mooroopna's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,148 versus Australia's 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. Non-family households comprise the remaining 37.7%, with lone person households at 34.6% and group households at 3.2%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Vic. average of 2.5.

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

The area has university qualification rates of 12.8%, significantly lower than the Victorian average of 33.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.6%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.4%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.8%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 41.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (10.7%) and certificates (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 and bus services. These stops are served by 25 different routes, which together offer 268 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 196 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 38 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 3 weekly trips per individual 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, affecting both younger and older residents. Private health cover is low, at approximately 46% (around 3,884 people), compared to 48.4% across the rest of Victoria and a national average of 55.3%. The most prevalent conditions are arthritis (11.8%) and mental health issues (11.6%).

Around 56.1% of residents report no medical ailments, lower than the 64.8% in the rest of Victoria. Mooroopna has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 23.2% (around 1,948 people), compared to 18.9% across the rest of Victoria. Health outcomes among seniors generally align with those of the broader population.

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

Mooroopna, in its demographic profile as of the census conducted on 27 June 2016, exhibited lower than average cultural diversity. The population comprised 84.3% citizens, with 87.2% born within Australia and 90.8% speaking English exclusively at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, practiced by 49.9% of Mooroopna's residents.

Notably, the 'Other' religious category, comprising 1.3% of the population, was lower compared to the Rest of Vic's figure of 2.7%. In terms of ancestry, based on parents' country of birth, the most represented groups were English (29.8%), Australian (28.4%), and Irish (8.5%). However, there were significant variations in the representation of certain ethnicities: Australian Aboriginal was overrepresented at 5.5% compared to the regional average of 2.9%, Italian at 4.6% versus 6.0%, and Samoan at 0.3% against a regional figure of 0.4%.

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 but 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 the 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 that Mooroopna's 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 80%, adding 1,048 residents to reach 2,354. Meanwhile, the 55-64 cohort is expected to grow modestly by 6% (56 people).