Romsey

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

Romsey's population is 11,585 as of May 2026. This shows an increase of 820 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 10,765. The growth is inferred from ABS' June 2025 estimate of 11,567 and additional validated addresses since then. Romsey's population density is 18.5 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, it has shown resilient growth with a compound annual growth rate of 2.1%, surpassing its SA3 area. Natural growth contributed approximately 51.7% to recent population gains.

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, it utilises VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted using weighted aggregation methods. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, Romsey is projected to have a population increase of 4,481 persons, reflecting a total gain of 38.5% over the 16-year period.

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

Romsey has recorded approximately 70 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25354 homes were approved, with an additional 44 approved so far in FY26. On average, each home built over these years accommodates around 3.2 new residents per year.

This demand exceeds new supply, contributing to price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction cost of new properties is $295,000, aligning with broader regional development trends. In FY26, there have been $7.6 million in commercial approvals, indicating limited focus on commercial development.

Compared to Greater Melbourne, Romsey shows approximately 75% of the construction activity per person and ranks among the 59th percentile nationally when measured against other areas assessed. New developments consist predominantly of standalone homes (94.0%) with a smaller proportion of attached dwellings (6.0%), maintaining the area's low-density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 254 people per dwelling approval, Romsey indicates a developing market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Romsey is projected to gain 4,463 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting stronger price growth.

Romsey has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 18 projects that could affect this region. Notable ones include Kilmore-Wallan Bypass, Gisborne Business Park Development, C153 Willowbank Road Commercial Rezoning, and Macedon Ranges Sports Precinct. The following list details those most relevant:.

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Employment conditions in Romsey demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Romsey has a skilled workforce with an unemployment rate of 1.9%. Over the past year, it maintained relative employment stability. As of December 2025, 6490 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 2.9% lower than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%.

Workforce participation in Romsey is similar to Greater Melbourne's 69.9%. According to Census responses, 25.4% of residents work from home. The dominant employment sectors include construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Construction shows strong specialization with an employment share of 1.7 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services have lower representation at 5.4% compared to the regional average of 10.1%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census data. Between December 2024 and December 2025, Romsey's labour force decreased by 0.8% while employment declined by 0.4%, causing unemployment to fall by 0.4 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.4%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Romsey's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 shows that Romsey SA2 had a median income of $57,971 and an average income of $71,689. This is higher than the national averages of $57,688 (median) and $75,164 (average) for Greater Melbourne. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since June 2023, current estimates suggest median income in Romsey would be approximately $63,548 and average income around $78,585 by March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that incomes in Romsey cluster around the 60th percentile nationally. The most common income bracket is $1,500 - $2,999, with 34.6% of residents (4,008 people) falling into this category, similar to the broader metropolitan region at 32.8%. After housing costs, 86.3% of income remains for other expenses. Romsey's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

Romsey's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 98.2% houses and 1.8% other dwellings. In comparison, Melbourne metro had 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Romsey's home ownership rate was 36.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 53.0% and rented ones at 10.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Romsey was $1,928, lower than Melbourne metro's $2,000. The median weekly rent in Romsey was $365, compared to Melbourne metro's $390. Nationally, Romsey's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,928 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower at $365 against the national figure of $375.

Romsey features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 79.9 percent of all households, including 37.6 percent that are couples with children, 31.9 percent that are couples without children, and 10.0 percent that are single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 20.1 percent, with lone person households at 18.3 percent and group households comprising 1.8 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

Romsey performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

The area's university qualification rate is 22.1%, significantly lower than Greater Melbourne's average of 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.6%) and graduate diplomas (3.3%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 40.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.9%) and certificates (28.8%). Educational participation is high at 28.7%, with 10.9% in primary education, 8.7% in secondary education, and 3.3% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 28.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.9% in primary education, 8.7% in secondary education, and 3.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Romsey has 15 active public transport stops offering a mix of train services. These are served by 9 different routes that together facilitate 453 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is limited with residents located an average of 892 meters from the nearest stop. Most Romsey residents commute outwards, predominantly using cars (94%). The average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 2.1, higher than the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 25.4% of Romsey residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 64 trips daily across all routes, equating to roughly 30 weekly trips per stop.

Romsey's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Romsey's health data shows positive outcomes, aligning with national benchmarks for mortality rates and health conditions.

Prevalence of common health issues is low across both younger and older age groups. Approximately 55% (~6,360 people) have private health cover, which is relatively high. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (8.9%) and mental health issues (8.4%). Most residents (67.5%) report no medical ailments, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Working-age residents show a higher prevalence of chronic health conditions. Romsey has 19.3% (2,235 people) aged 65 and over, higher than Greater Melbourne's 15.0%. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, similar to national rankings for the general population.

Romsey is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Romsey, as per the 2016 Census, had a cultural diversity index below average. Its population was predominantly Australian-born, with 89.0% having been born in Australia. Citizenship was also high at 91.2%, and English was spoken exclusively at home by 96.1%.

Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 47.8% of Romsey's population. However, Judaism stood out as overrepresented, comprising 0.1% compared to Greater Melbourne's average of 1.0%. In terms of ancestry, Australian heritage led with 30.8%, significantly higher than the regional average of 18.4%. English ancestry followed closely at 29.3%, above the regional average of 20.1%. Irish ancestry was also notable at 10.4%. Other ethnic groups showed variations: Maltese were overrepresented at 1.8% compared to the region's 1.1%, Scottish at 8.6% (vs 5.6%), and Italian at 4.0% (vs 5.2%).

Romsey's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Romsey has a median age of 41 years, which is higher than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 and Australia's median of 38. The 55-64 age group is notably over-represented in Romsey at 13.6%, compared to the Greater Melbourne average, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 9.9%. According to the 2021 Census, the 35-44 age group grew from 12.3% to 14.3% of Romsey's population, and the 75-84 cohort increased from 4.9% to 6.7%. Conversely, the 25-34 age group declined from 12.1% to 9.9%, and the 45-54 group dropped from 14.6% to 12.5%. Demographic modeling indicates Romsey's age profile will change significantly by 2041, with the 45-54 cohort projected to grow by 58%, adding 843 residents to reach a total of 2,293.