Area profile · Greater Melbourne
Rowville - South has an estimated 10,599 residents, up 2.2% since the 2021 Census, with 53 projects tracked in the area around Rowville - South.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Rowville - South Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 28 kilometres east-southeast of the Melbourne CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 10,599, compared with the 10,375 people recorded at the 2021 Census. This indicates minimal change, based on AreaSearch's assessment of the latest ERP figure from the ABS together with validated new addresses added since the Census. Development activity is very low relative to the wider region, while median household income is above average. Residents are largely mature, with a high proportion living in family households and as couples with children, and education levels are above average. Population growth in the area is limited.
Known for its tranquil atmosphere, lush parks and attractive lakes, the suburb offers a serene setting for both residents and visitors. Its many nature reserves and recreational facilities suit outdoor pursuits such as walking, cycling and picnicking.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,472 in 2001 and 10,578 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 10,599 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 15.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33%.
Rowville - South ranks in the 93rd percentile nationally for health and the 79th for cultural diversity.
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 Rowville - South is $684 a week, up 6.7% over 12 months to Sep 2025 and 17% above Greater Melbourne.
17% above Greater Melbourne on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $404 in 2016, $620 in 2025; Units (dashed orange line): $358 in 2016, $534 in 2025. The latest is to Sep 2025.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $684 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, houses | $620 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, units | $534 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 | +3.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Knox | $593 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Knox, over 12 months | +6.7% | 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 53 projects in and around Rowville - South, 15 of them under construction.
Neighbourhood shopping centre in Rowville comprising two main precincts: the primary centre and The Corner.
Exclusive residential development by Tre Towers featuring 27 meticulously designed homes with spacious interiors and private outdoor…
A community recreation infrastructure project by the City of Greater Dandenong to construct an inclusive sensory trail at Tirhatuan Park.
Bankside is a 68-hectare masterplanned community in Rowville, set alongside Corhanwarrabul Creek parklands and rejuvenated wetlands.
A $138 million combined redevelopment featuring Stockland's $125M 190-dwelling 'Waterlea' sustainable community and Knox City Council's…
A $140M master-planned retirement living and aged care community featuring 70 independent villas, 175 retirement living units, 60 aged care…
Completed mixed use development featuring 30 modern apartments and 8 executive townhouses with ground floor commercial spaces including…
Dexus-owned industrial estate at 20 Henderson Road, Knoxfield, comprising two high-quality office and warehouse buildings with total…
Large master planned residential community in Scoresby delivering more than 450 new dwellings in a mix of townhouses and apartments, with…
Major intersection upgrade featuring traffic lights, signalized pedestrian crossings, drainage works, new footpaths, kerbs, traffic…
Waterford Valley Lakes is an established over 55s retirement village in Rowville, operated by Keyton.
Waterlea is a sustainable townhouse community in Rowville delivered by Stockland in partnership with Knox City Council.
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Estimated completion year of the 24 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 0, 2026 5, 2027 7, 2028 4, 2029 2, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 2, 2034 0, 2035 1. 11 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 1.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 12th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 13 | ABS building approvals | 24th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Rowville - South SA2 include: Bankside Rowville (Construction); Stamford Park Redevelopment (Construction); The Rowville Plan (Amendment C131knox) (Approved); Tirhatuan Park Sensory Trail (Approved); and Lois Twohig Reserve Master Plan Upgrades (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Rowville - South SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Residential Development, and Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Rowville - South is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Rowville - South SA2 area has seen 18 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Rowville - South SA2's current population of 10,599 has been supported by 13 approvals on average over recent years.
The Rowville - South SA2 has seen 1.2 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 1238 people in the Rowville - South SA2, compared to one for every 121 in Greater Melbourne.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Rowville - South SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 13, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the Rowville - South SA2 has seen 65 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
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.
Rowville - South has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,599 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +2.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,133 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 54th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 10,375 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 224 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 9.35 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Rowville - South SA2 was estimated to be approximately 10,599 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 10,578 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The rowville - south sa2 has added approximately 224 people and shown a 2.16% increase from the 10,375 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Rowville - South SA2 is estimated at 1,134 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Rowville - South SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Rowville - South SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (71.3%), Natural increase (28.7%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 71.3% of overall population gains.
Rowville - South's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 65th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 24.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.7% | 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 | 42 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 15.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Rowville - South SA2 at 42 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 42 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 42 years as at August 2026, Rowville - South is 5 years older than the Greater Melbourne 2021 Census average (37 years) and 4 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Rowville - South SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 15.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Rowville - South SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Rowville - South SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Melbourne. The most over-represented age groups are 55-64 year-olds (15.9% vs 10.3%) and 65-74 year-olds (10.8% vs 7.9%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.5% of the population in the Rowville - South SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 19.6% of the population in the Rowville - South SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 77% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $61,762 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $74,765 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,363 | 2021 Census, weekly | 86th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $843 | 2021 Census, weekly | 57th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 35.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,509 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 15.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Rowville - South SA2 is approximately $65,838. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $61,762.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Rowville - South SA2 is approximately $79,699. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $74,765.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Rowville - South SA2 is approximately $65,838 compared to $63,783 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,762 and $59,834 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Rowville - South SA2 is approximately $79,699 compared to $83,612 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $74,765 and $78,435 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Rowville - South SA2's households (~33.0% / 1,126 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Rowville - South SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.0% 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 Rowville - South SA2 is $2,363/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Rowville - South SA2 is $2,509/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Rowville - South SA2 is $843/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Rowville - South SA2 is higher than average nationally, with the median assessed at $61,762 while the average income stands at $74,765. 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 $65,838 (median) and $79,699 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Rowville - South SA2 is $8,990 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The rowville - south sa2's disposable income is $8,990 compared to $6,948 for Greater Melbourne, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis places Rowville - South well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 72.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,247 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 8,665 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,453 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Rowville - South SA2 has approximately 6,247 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.2%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Rowville - South SA2 stands at 3.2%, which is 1.7 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 Rowville - South SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (13.3% of employment), retail trade (12.3%), and construction (10.9%). Other significant employers include manufacturing and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Rowville - South 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 Rowville - South SA2 is 72.3%, 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 rowville - south sa2 shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 10.4% of the local workforce compared to 7.2% across Greater Melbourne. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The rowville - south sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.6% decline, ranking 28th out of 37 regions nationally.
Rowville - South 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 | 21.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 31.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 18.0% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 38.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
31.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Rowville - South SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 37.0% in Greater Melbourne.
38.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Rowville - South SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.2% in Greater Melbourne.
The rowville - south sa2 ranks in the 76th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Rowville - South SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (21.7%), Certificate (18.0%), Advanced Diploma (12.1%).
28.3% of the population in the Rowville - South SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.1% in primary school, 8.5% in secondary school, 6.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Rowville - South SA2 is 1088, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the Rowville - South SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 309 students.
The rowville - south sa2 includes 1 primary school.
Rowville - South features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Melbourne.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.0 people | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 12.3% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 48.9% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.1% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,411 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,485 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 86.0% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Rowville - South SA2 had 3,411 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 2.2% to an estimated 3,485 households today.
The average household size in the Rowville - South SA2 is 3.0 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Melbourne and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 86.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (12.3%), group households (1.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,933 family households, couples with children account for 48.9% of all households, couples without children at home 27.1%, and single parent families 9.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the Rowville - South SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 86.0% (versus 70.9% in Greater Melbourne). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 12.3% compared to 24.8% in Greater Melbourne. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Rowville - South SA2 have an average of 1.6 children, slightly above the Greater Melbourne average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 58.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 30.4% have never married. This compares to 47.0% married and 38.0% never married across Greater Melbourne.
Single-person households represent 12.3% of all households in the Rowville - South SA2, notably lower 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 1.8% of households, below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Rowville - South 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 | 36.0% | 2021 Census | 75th 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 | 89.0% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 64.0% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.2% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
Rowville - South scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 36.0% of its population born overseas and 32.8% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Rowville - South was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.7% of people in Rowville - South. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 5.7% of the population, compared to 4.2% across Greater Melbourne.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Rowville - South are English, comprising 19.6% of the population, Australian, comprising 18.6% of the population, and Other, comprising 14.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Sri Lankan is notably overrepresented at 2.7% of Rowville - South (vs 0.8% across Greater Melbourne), Polish at 1.3% (vs 0.8%) and Hungarian at 0.5% (vs 0.3%).
36.0% of the Rowville - South SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.3% across Greater Melbourne.
32.8% of the population in the Rowville - South SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 35.9% in Greater Melbourne.
0.2% of the Rowville - South SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 0.5% in Greater Melbourne.
89.0% of the Rowville - South SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 81.1% in Greater Melbourne.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Rowville - South is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 39.3% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 94.7% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,062 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 69th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 49.2% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $471 | 2021 Census, weekly | 85th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 15th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Rowville - South SA2, 39.3% of homes are owned outright, 49.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 11.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 94.7% of dwellings in the Rowville - South SA2 are houses.
In the Rowville - South SA2, 0.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Rowville - South SA2 stands at 39.3%, compared to 30.7% in Greater Melbourne.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Rowville - South SA2 is $2,062, compared to $2,000 in Greater Melbourne.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Rowville - South SA2 is $1,249, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Rowville - South SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Rowville - South SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Rowville - South SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.1% of income on repayments (vs 24.3% in Greater Melbourne), while renters spend 19.9% of income on rent (vs 20.5% in Greater Melbourne).
The dwelling mix in the Rowville - South SA2 consists of 94.7% detached houses, 4.9% semi-detached dwellings, 0.3% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Rowville - South consumes approximately 12.2% of median household income ($10,232 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Rowville - South show attached dwellings contributing 22% of approvals compared to 5% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 78% of applications versus 95% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Rowville - South's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 54.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 57th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 72.7% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.6% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
Around 54.7% of people in the Rowville - South SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.5% in Greater Melbourne.
In the Rowville - South SA2, 4.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.5% of people in Greater Melbourne require similar assistance.
7.5% of people in the Rowville - South SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.3% of the population across Greater Melbourne is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.3% of the Rowville - South SA2 population, while in Greater Melbourne, 4.1% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.5% of people in the Rowville - South SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Melbourne,3.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Rowville - South SA2, 54.7% 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 | 66 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 66th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 36 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 4,017 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 70th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 294 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 18 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 28.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 36 public transport stops within the Rowville - South SA2.
The Rowville - South SA2 has 4,017 weekly trips across 18 routes, averaging 573 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 308 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 636 m away and the nearest GP 757 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 36 stops nearby, 4,017 weekly trips, access rating 66 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 59 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 59th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 636 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 750 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 757 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 761 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 789 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 897 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 5.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Rowville - South is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Rowville - South has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 43rd percentile nationally.
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Median rent in Rowville - South is $684 a week, +6.7% over 12 months to Sep 2025.
Rowville - South has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
Rowville - South's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 77% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis places Rowville - South well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
Rowville - South shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Rowville - South features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Melbourne.
Rowville - South 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.
Rowville - South is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Rowville - South's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
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.
Rowville - South has an estimated 10,599 residents, up 2.2% since the 2021 Census, with 53 projects tracked in the area around Rowville - South.
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 Rowville - South.
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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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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 Rowville - South 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 Rowville - South 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.