Area profile · Greater Melbourne
Ringwood has an estimated 19,919 residents, up 6.4% since the 2021 Census, with 28 projects tracked in Ringwood.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Ringwood Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 23 kilometres east of the Melbourne CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is around 19,919 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 1,204 people (6.4%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 18,715 people. This estimate is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population of 19,783 as of June 2025, together with 367 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area shows strong population expansion, with growth pointing to a clear upward trend.
Residents display a fairly standard age composition, with a median age of 38. The local population is very well educated, and the area features an above-average renting population, a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44, and an exceptionally diverse mix with a high overseas-born population. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 15,380 in 2001 and 19,779 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 19,919 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 16.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.3%.
Ringwood ranks in the 89th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 87th for amenities.
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 Ringwood is $550 a week, up 5.3% over 12 months to Sep 2025 and 6% below Greater Melbourne.
6% below Greater Melbourne on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $390 in 2016, $594 in 2025; Units (dashed orange line): $337 in 2016, $517 in 2025. The latest is to Sep 2025.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $550 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, houses | $594 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +3.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, units | $517 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 | +7.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Maroondah | $567 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Maroondah, over 12 months | +5.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Melbourne - Outer East | $589 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Melbourne - Outer East, over 12 months | +5.5% | 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 |
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Status of the 44 tracked applications: 36 approved, 2 under assessment, 6 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 28 projects in Ringwood (3 under construction) and 104 more in the surrounding area.
Approved mixed-use precinct at the eastern gateway to Ringwood, replacing the earlier The Ring concept.
East End is a strategic 9,459 sqm mixed-use redevelopment at the gateway to Ringwood Metropolitan Activity Centre.
Dux Churchill is a boutique retirement community for independent seniors aged 55 and over, comprising 57 one, two, and three-bedroom…
Contemporary residential development featuring 79 apartments within Ringwood's Central Activity District.
East End is a premium mixed-use development featuring the AC Hotel by Marriott, 354 residential apartments across multiple towers, retail…
Proposed redevelopment of the Ringwood RSL site into a mixed-use precinct including a new RSL clubhouse, conference and function…
Medium-density residential development featuring 39 modern apartments in a 4-floor low-rise building with focus on sustainability and…
Boutique luxury townhouse estate featuring 13 architect-designed homes with commanding exteriors including Melbourne Black Rock Bricks…
Permit-approved apartment project of approximately 40 dwellings across 5 levels in central Ringwood, within the Ringwood Activity Centre.
Two-lot infill site (3 and 5 Bourke Street) with an approved town planning permit for approx. 40 apartments across ~4 storeys.
Construction of an 11 and 12 storey mixed-use building comprising 252 dwellings, food and drink premises, shops, offices, associated car…
Major urban renewal project around Ringwood train station to accommodate increased population growth.
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Estimated completion year of the 50 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 5, 2026 19, 2027 8, 2028 9, 2029 3, 2030 4, 2031 1, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 24 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 44 substantial development applications lodged in and around Ringwood over the past 5 years, 7 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 10, 2023 18, 2024 5, 2025 7, 2026 (to Oct) 4.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 44 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 7 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 5.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 67th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 110 | ABS building approvals | 81st percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 36 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Ringwood SA2 include: East End - 28-30 Maroondah Highway Mixed-Use Development (Approved); Dux Churchill (Construction); Bond Central (Approved); East End Ringwood (Dev. Approval); and AC Hotel by Marriott - East End Ringwood (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Ringwood SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Ringwood among the top 27% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Ringwood SA2 area has seen 306 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Ringwood SA2's current population of 19,919 has been supported by 110 approvals on average over recent years.
The Ringwood SA2 has seen 5.7 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 136 people in the Ringwood SA2, compared to one for every 121 in Greater Melbourne.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Ringwood SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 110, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Ringwood SA2 has grown by approximately 621 people, while 548 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 Ringwood 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 | 19,919 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,010 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 70th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 18,715 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,204 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 9.91 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Ringwood SA2 was estimated to be approximately 19,919 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 19,783 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The ringwood sa2 has added approximately 1,204 people and shown a 6.43% increase from the 18,715 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Ringwood SA2 is estimated at 2,010 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Ringwood SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Ringwood SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (90.7%), Natural increase (9.3%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 90.7% of overall population gains.
Ringwood's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 55.7% | 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 | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 15.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 17.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Ringwood SA2 at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Ringwood is comparable to the Greater Melbourne 2021 Census average (37 years) and similarly aligned with equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Ringwood SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 16.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Ringwood SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 10.8% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Ringwood SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Melbourne.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.1% of the population in the Ringwood SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 17.4% of the population in the Ringwood SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $61,164 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 59th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $78,810 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,660 | 2021 Census, weekly | 45th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $822 | 2021 Census, weekly | 53rd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 21.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,157 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 23.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Ringwood SA2 is approximately $65,201. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $61,164.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Ringwood SA2 is approximately $84,011. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $78,810.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Ringwood SA2 is approximately $65,201 compared to $63,783 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,164 and $59,834 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Ringwood SA2 is approximately $84,011 compared to $83,612 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $78,810 and $78,435 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Ringwood SA2's households (~32.3% / 2,401 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Ringwood SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.3% 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 Ringwood SA2 is $1,660/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Ringwood SA2 is $2,157/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Ringwood SA2 is $822/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Ringwood SA2 is very high nationally, with the median assessed at $61,164 while the average income stands at $78,810. This contrasts to Greater Melbourne's figures of a median income of $59,834 and an average income of $78,435. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.6% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $65,201 (median) and $84,011 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Ringwood SA2 is $5,877 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The ringwood sa2's disposable income is $5,877 compared to $6,948 for Greater Melbourne, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Ringwood shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 67.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 10,589 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 22,903 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 11,332 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Ringwood SA2 has approximately 10,589 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.6%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Ringwood SA2 stands at 6.6%, which is 1.6 percentage points above Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.9%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Ringwood SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.4% of employment), professional & technical (10.4%), and retail trade (10.2%). Other significant employers include education & training and construction.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Ringwood SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Ringwood SA2 is 67.9%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Melbourne average of 70.1%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Melbourne.
The ringwood sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 15.4% of the local workforce compared to 14.2% across Greater Melbourne. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The ringwood sa2's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.6% decline, ranking 28th out of 37 regions nationally.
Ringwood shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 23.4% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 37.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 17.3% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.2% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 33.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
37.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Ringwood SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 37.0% in Greater Melbourne.
33.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Ringwood SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.2% in Greater Melbourne.
The ringwood sa2 ranks in the 82th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Ringwood SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (23.4%), Certificate (17.3%), Advanced Diploma (12.2%).
28.6% of the population in the Ringwood SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.5% in primary school, 7.2% in secondary school, 5.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Ringwood SA2 is 1069, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 10 schools within the Ringwood SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 7,017 students.
The ringwood sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 6 secondary schools, 1 combined school.
Ringwood features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, 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 | 30.4% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 29.2% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 24.6% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 7,434 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 7,912 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 65.8% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.4 per family | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Ringwood SA2 had 7,434 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.4% to an estimated 7,912 households today.
The average household size in the Ringwood 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 65.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (30.4%), group households (4.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,892 family households, couples with children account for 29.2% of all households, couples without children at home 24.6%, and single parent families 10.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the Ringwood SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 30.4% (versus 24.8% in Greater Melbourne). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 65.8% compared to 70.9% in Greater Melbourne. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Ringwood SA2 have an average of 1.4 children, matching the Greater Melbourne average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 45.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 36.5% have never married. This compares to 47.0% married and 38.0% never married across Greater Melbourne.
Single-person households represent 30.4% of all households in the Ringwood SA2, higher than 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 4.0% of households, slightly below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.3%.
Ringwood 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 | 36.6% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 32.8% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 67.2% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 78.4% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 63.4% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
Ringwood scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 36.6% of its population born overseas and 32.8% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Ringwood, at 43.3% of people, although more residents (46.4%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 43.0% across Greater Melbourne.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Ringwood are English, comprising 22.8% of the population, Australian, comprising 20.0% of the population, and Other, comprising 12.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Sri Lankan is notably overrepresented at 0.7% of Ringwood (vs 0.8% across Greater Melbourne), Chinese at 11.4% (vs 6.5%) and Polish at 1.0% (vs 0.8%).
36.6% of the Ringwood SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.3% across Greater Melbourne.
32.8% of the population in the Ringwood SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 35.9% in Greater Melbourne.
0.5% of the Ringwood SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 0.5% in Greater Melbourne.
78.4% of the Ringwood SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 81.1% in Greater Melbourne.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Ringwood is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Melbourne.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 39.9% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 27.2% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 77.0% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 64th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 32.9% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $381 | 2021 Census, weekly | 56th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 23.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 70th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 27.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 79th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Ringwood SA2, 27.2% of homes are owned outright, 32.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 39.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 77.0% of dwellings in the Ringwood SA2 are houses.
In the Ringwood SA2, 12.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 10.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Ringwood SA2 stands at 27.2%, compared to 30.7% in Greater Melbourne.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Ringwood SA2 is $2,000, compared to $2,000 in Greater Melbourne.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Ringwood SA2 is $1,316, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Ringwood SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 27.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 23.0% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Ringwood SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Ringwood SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 27.8% of income on repayments (vs 24.3% in Greater Melbourne), while renters spend 23.0% of income on rent (vs 20.5% in Greater Melbourne).
The dwelling mix in the Ringwood SA2 consists of 77.0% detached houses, 10.6% semi-detached dwellings, 12.4% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Ringwood consumes approximately 18.3% of median household income ($7,188 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Ringwood show attached dwellings contributing 82% of approvals compared to 23% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 18% of applications versus 77% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Health outcomes in Ringwood are marginally below the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 66th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.4% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.9% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
Around 56.5% of people in the Ringwood SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.5% in Greater Melbourne.
In the Ringwood SA2, 6.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.5% of people in Greater Melbourne require similar assistance.
7.1% of people in the Ringwood 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 Ringwood SA2 population, while in Greater Melbourne, 4.1% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.5% of people in the Ringwood SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Melbourne,3.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Ringwood SA2, 56.5% 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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 89 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 89th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 117 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 79th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 11,534 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 96th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 170 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 22 | 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 | 33.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 117 public transport stops within the Ringwood SA2.
The Ringwood SA2 has 11,534 weekly trips across 22 routes, averaging 1,647 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 186 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 355 m away and the nearest school 562 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 117 stops nearby, 11,534 weekly trips, access rating 89 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 87 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 87th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 355 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 543 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 562 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 688 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 720 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 810 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 854 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Ringwood among the top 27% of areas assessed nationwide.
Ringwood ranks in the 52nd percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Ringwood is $550 a week, +5.3% over 12 months to Sep 2025.
Population growth drivers in Ringwood are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Ringwood's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
Ringwood shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
Ringwood shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Ringwood features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Melbourne.
Ringwood 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.
Ringwood is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Melbourne.
Health outcomes in Ringwood are marginally below the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is high 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.
Ringwood has an estimated 19,919 residents, up 6.4% since the 2021 Census, with 28 projects tracked in Ringwood.
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 Ringwood.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2025, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 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.
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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 (211031266). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
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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 (Jul 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 Ringwood 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 Ringwood 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.