Area profile · Greater Melbourne
Pascoe Vale has an estimated 19,038 residents, up 10.6% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Pascoe Vale.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Pascoe Vale Statistical Area (Lv2) is a convenient 10.2 kilometres north-northwest from Melbourne CBD. Its population is approximately 19,038 as of Aug 2026, compared with 17,214 people at the 2021 Census, an increase of 1,824 people (10.6%). This change is based on the ABS estimated resident population of 18,674 as of June 2025 and 429 validated new addresses since the Census date. Residents include a high proportion of working age people, and the area has a strong presence of semi-detached homes, notable 35 to 44yo and elevated 25 to 34yo demographics, and pronounced Finance and Insurance, IT & Telco, and Professional and Technical employment bases.
Located in VIC, Australia, Pascoe Vale is known for its family-friendly atmosphere, peaceful tree-lined streets, parks and recreational areas, and a strong sense of community. Local cafes, shops, restaurants, and quality educational institutions contribute to its appeal for families. The area combines tranquil surroundings with a range of lifestyle options and shows strong population growth.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 13,018 in 2001 and 18,674 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 19,038 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 18.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33.8%.
Pascoe Vale ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for population growth and the 78th for income.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Pascoe Vale is $541 a week, up 0.8% over 12 months to Sep 2025 and 8% below Greater Melbourne.
8% below Greater Melbourne on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $386 in 2016, $565 in 2025; Units (dashed orange line): $305 in 2016, $451 in 2025. The latest is to Sep 2025.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $541 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +0.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, houses | $565 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +1.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, units | $451 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +1.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Moreland - North | $523 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Moreland - North, over 12 months | +0.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Melbourne - North West | $537 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Melbourne - North West, over 12 months | +3.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Greater Melbourne | $587 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Melbourne, over 12 months | +4.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, VIC | $560 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, VIC, over 12 months | +4.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
AreaSearch tracks 6 projects in Pascoe Vale and 84 more in the surrounding area.
A mid-rise apartment development offering 27 one and two-bedroom residences, focusing on modern design and community values.
Collection of 6 exclusive luxury townhouses designed by Wardle Design.
Merri-bek City Council has delivered York Street Park on the Westgate Street portion of the former Bell Street site as part of its Park…
A landmark $2.2 billion mixed-use redevelopment of the heritage-listed former Pentridge Prison site in Coburg, comprising two adjoining…
Approved mixed-use precinct at 299-311 Pascoe Vale Road, Essendon.
Merri-bek City Council is planning the new Coburg North Community Hub to provide a modern, multi-purpose facility for northern suburbs…
Construction of a new competition-grade gymnasium and sports precinct, including landscaping, a new playground, and associated…
New electrical substation at 320 Reynard Street, Pascoe Vale South, delivering upgraded traction power to support tram Route 58 (the route…
New purpose-built medical centre with GP clinics, specialist consulting rooms, pathology, radiology services, and pharmacy to serve the…
Large-scale mixed-use precinct by Schiavello Group featuring up to 650 apartments across multiple buildings, ground-floor retail and…
Expansion of existing Murray Road Shopping Centre to include additional retail spaces, food court, medical centre, and 150-space…
Large-scale masterplanned residential community on the former Kodak factory site at Coburg Hill, delivering more than 800 new townhouses…
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Estimated completion year of the 36 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 13, 2027 8, 2028 3, 2029 3, 2030 3, 2031 1, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 17 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 1 substantial development application lodged in and around Pascoe Vale over the period covered (about 0.1 years). Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 1 tracked applications: 0 approved, 0 under assessment, 1 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
Key application 54 South Street, Hadfield Industrial | $500k
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 0.1 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 7.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 135 | ABS building approvals | 86th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Pascoe Vale SA2 include: Fame Apartments (Planning); Napier Park Masterplan and Community Hub (Planning); Pascoe Vale Primary School Upgrade - Gymnasium (Completed); M-City 2 - Oak Park (Planning); and Northumberland Road Social Housing Development (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Pascoe Vale SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Pascoe Vale among the top 28% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Pascoe Vale SA2 area has seen 240 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Pascoe Vale SA2's current population of 19,038 has been supported by 135 approvals on average over recent years.
The Pascoe Vale SA2 has seen 7.6 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 8.7 approvals in Greater Melbourne. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 156 people in the Pascoe Vale SA2, compared to one for every 121 in Greater Melbourne.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Pascoe Vale SA2's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 135, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the population in the Pascoe Vale SA2 has grown by approximately 723 people, while 674 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Pascoe Vale are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 19,038 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +10.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 4,111 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 17,214 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,824 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.63 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Pascoe Vale SA2 was estimated to be approximately 19,038 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 18,674 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The pascoe vale sa2 has added approximately 1,824 people and shown a 10.60% increase from the 17,214 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is estimated at 4,112 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Pascoe Vale SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (74.6%), Natural increase (25.4%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 74.6% of overall population gains.
Pascoe Vale's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 27th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 29.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 59.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 36 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 18.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 18.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Pascoe Vale SA2 at 36 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 36 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 36 years as at August 2026, Pascoe Vale is comparable to the Greater Melbourne 2021 Census average (37 years) and 2 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Pascoe Vale SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 18.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Pascoe Vale SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 10.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Pascoe Vale SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Melbourne. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (3.1% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.5% of the population in the Pascoe Vale SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 13.6% of the population in the Pascoe Vale SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 78% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $68,146 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 80th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $82,169 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,003 | 2021 Census, weekly | 65th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $971 | 2021 Census, weekly | 75th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 28.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,470 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 20.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is approximately $72,644. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $68,146.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is approximately $87,592. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $82,169.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is approximately $72,644 compared to $63,783 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $68,146 and $59,834 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is approximately $87,592 compared to $83,612 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $82,169 and $78,435 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Pascoe Vale SA2's households (~33.8% / 2,300 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.8% of households. In comparison, Greater Melbourne's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.8% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is $2,003/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is $2,470/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is $971/wk.
The Pascoe Vale SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $68,146 and an average of $82,169 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is very high nationally, contrasting with Greater Melbourne's median income of $59,834 and average income of $78,435. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.6% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $72,644 (median) and $87,592 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is $7,331 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The pascoe vale sa2's disposable income is $7,331 compared to $6,948 for Greater Melbourne, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Pascoe Vale demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 73.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 11,158 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 14,608 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 11,451 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Pascoe Vale SA2 has approximately 11,158 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.6%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Pascoe Vale SA2 stands at 2.6%, which is 2.4 percentage points below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.9%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.2% of employment), education & training (10.4%), and professional & technical (10.1%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 34.7% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include construction and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Pascoe Vale SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is 73.9%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Melbourne average of 70.1%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Melbourne.
The pascoe vale sa2 shows notable specialisation in public administration & safety, which employs 8.0% of the local workforce compared to 5.7% across Greater Melbourne. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The pascoe vale sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.6% decline, ranking 28th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Pascoe Vale ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 26.2% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 40.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 16.1% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 32.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.4% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
40.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Pascoe Vale SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 37.0% in Greater Melbourne.
32.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Pascoe Vale SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.2% in Greater Melbourne.
The pascoe vale sa2 ranks in the 71th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Pascoe Vale SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (26.2%), Certificate (16.1%), Advanced Diploma (11.1%).
28.7% of the population in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.0% in primary school, 6.3% in secondary school, 6.4% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is 1044, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 5 schools within the Pascoe Vale SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,401 students.
The pascoe vale sa2 includes 4 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Pascoe Vale features high concentrations of group households but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Melbourne.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 28.5% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 31.4% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 24.2% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 6,806 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 7,527 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 67.1% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.3 per family | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Pascoe Vale SA2 had 6,806 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 10.6% to an estimated 7,527 households today.
The average household size in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Melbourne and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 67.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (28.5%), group households (4.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,567 family households, couples with children account for 31.4% of all households, couples without children at home 24.2%, and single parent families 10.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the Pascoe Vale SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Pascoe Vale SA2 have an average of 1.3 children, slightly below the Greater Melbourne average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 43.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 40.4% have never married. This compares to 47.0% married and 38.0% never married across Greater Melbourne.
Single-person households represent 28.5% of all households in the Pascoe Vale SA2, similar to the average for Greater Melbourne of 24.8%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 4.5% of households, in line with the Greater Melbourne average of 4.3%.
Pascoe Vale was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 31.4% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 34.9% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 65.1% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 84.1% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 68.6% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
Pascoe Vale was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 31.4% of its population born overseas and 34.9% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Pascoe Vale was found to be Christianity, which makes up 49.5% of people in Pascoe Vale. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Islam, which comprises 8.3% of the population, compared to 5.6% across Greater Melbourne.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Pascoe Vale are Australian, comprising 16.7% of the population, English, comprising 16.5% of the population, and Italian, comprising 15.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Melbourne's 5.2%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Greek is notably overrepresented at 4.8% of Pascoe Vale (vs 2.7% across Greater Melbourne), Lebanese at 2.7% (vs 0.8%) and Maltese at 1.7% (vs 1.1%).
31.4% of the Pascoe Vale SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.3% across Greater Melbourne.
34.9% of the population in the Pascoe Vale SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 35.9% in Greater Melbourne.
0.5% of the Pascoe Vale SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 0.5% in Greater Melbourne.
84.1% of the Pascoe Vale SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 81.1% in Greater Melbourne.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Pascoe Vale displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Melbourne.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 35.5% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 29.6% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 48.2% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,100 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 71st percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 34.9% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 48.2% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 51st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Pascoe Vale SA2, 29.6% of homes are owned outright, 34.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 35.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 48.2% of dwellings in the Pascoe Vale SA2 are houses.
In the Pascoe Vale SA2, 3.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 48.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Pascoe Vale SA2 stands at 29.6%, compared to 30.7% in Greater Melbourne.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is $2,100, compared to $2,000 in Greater Melbourne.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is $1,348, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Pascoe Vale SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.0% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Pascoe Vale SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Pascoe Vale SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.2% of income on repayments (vs 24.3% in Greater Melbourne), while renters spend 20.0% of income on rent (vs 20.5% in Greater Melbourne).
The dwelling mix in the Pascoe Vale SA2 consists of 48.2% detached houses, 48.2% semi-detached dwellings, 3.2% apartments, and 0.4% other dwelling types.
Housing in Pascoe Vale consumes approximately 15.5% of median household income ($8,673 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Pascoe Vale show attached dwellings contributing 68% of approvals compared to 52% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 32% of applications versus 48% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Health in Pascoe Vale: private health cover 57.8%, no long-term health condition 71.9%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 57.8% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 71st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.9% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.4% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.4% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
Around 57.8% of people in the Pascoe Vale SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.5% in Greater Melbourne.
In the Pascoe Vale SA2, 6.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.5% of people in Greater Melbourne require similar assistance.
7.9% of people in the Pascoe Vale SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.3% of the population across Greater Melbourne is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.9% of the Pascoe Vale SA2 population, while in Greater Melbourne, 4.1% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.2% of people in the Pascoe Vale SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Melbourne,3.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Pascoe Vale SA2, 57.8% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Melbourne sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.5%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 71 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 71st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 72 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 58th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 4,226 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 72nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 262 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 8 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.1 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 37.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 72 public transport stops within the Pascoe Vale SA2.
The Pascoe Vale SA2 has 4,226 weekly trips across 8 routes, averaging 603 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 167 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 280 m away and the nearest pharmacy 454 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 72 stops nearby, 4,226 weekly trips, access rating 71 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 62 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 280 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 454 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 467 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 477 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 561 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 769 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 948 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Pascoe Vale among the top 28% of areas assessed nationwide.
Pascoe Vale ranks in the 61st percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Pascoe Vale is $541 a week, +0.8% over 12 months to Sep 2025.
Population growth drivers in Pascoe Vale are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Pascoe Vale's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 78% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in Pascoe Vale demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
The educational profile of Pascoe Vale ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Pascoe Vale features high concentrations of group households but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Melbourne.
Pascoe Vale was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Pascoe Vale displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Melbourne.
Health in Pascoe Vale: private health cover 57.8%, no long-term health condition 71.9%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Pascoe Vale has an estimated 19,038 residents, up 10.6% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Pascoe Vale.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Pascoe Vale.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2025, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jun 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (210031538). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jun 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Pascoe Vale from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Pascoe Vale with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
