Seddon - Kingsville
Statistical Area - sa2

An assessment of population growth drivers in Seddon - Kingsville reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Seddon-Kingsville's population is 9,791 as of Aug 2025, an increase of 544 people since the 2021 Census. The population was 9,247 in 2021. This increase is inferred from ABS estimates of 9,782 in June 2024 and 31 new addresses validated since the Census date. The population density is 5,828 persons per square kilometer, placing Seddon-Kingsville in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 5.9% since census is within 2.7 percentage points of the national average (8.6%). Overseas migration contributed approximately 73.0% to population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted using weighted aggregation methods to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic trends project an above median population growth for the area, with an expected increase of 1,825 persons to 2041 based on latest numbers, resulting in a total gain of 18.6% over 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Seddon - Kingsville among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Seddon-Kingsville averaged approximately 107 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 539 homes. As of FY26, there have been nine approvals recorded so far. The population has declined in recent years, suggesting that new supply has kept pace with demand, offering varied choices to buyers. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost value of $588,000, which is higher than regional norms due to quality-focused development.

In FY26, there have been $35.7 million in commercial approvals, indicating high levels of local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Seddon-Kingsville maintains similar construction rates per person, reflecting market stability and strong developer confidence in the area. Recent construction consists of 5% detached dwellings and 95% townhouses or apartments, showing a shift from the current housing mix of 65% houses due to reduced development site availability and changing lifestyle demands. Seddon-Kingsville has approximately 224 people per dwelling approval, indicating characteristics of a low-density area. By 2041, it is projected that the population will grow by 1,816 residents. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current projections.

Looking ahead, Seddon - Kingsville is expected to grow by 1,816 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Seddon - Kingsville has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 18 projects likely impacting the area. Notable projects include Yarraville Green, Bradmill Yarraville, West Footscray Neighbourhood Plan, and Kinnear's Precinct (Live City). The following list details those most relevant:.

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The labour market in Seddon - Kingsville shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Seddon-Kingsville has a highly educated workforce. The technology sector is well-represented.

Unemployment rate as of June 2025 was 3.3%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.5%. In June 2025, 6,616 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate 1.3% below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.6%. Workforce participation was 74.9%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 64.1%.

Employment is concentrated in professional & technical (showing strong specialization), health care & social assistance, and education & training sectors. Construction shows lower representation at 6.1% versus the regional average of 9.7%. Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by Census working population vs resident population count. Over the year to June 2025, employment increased by 5.5%, while labour force increased by 5.8%, causing unemployment rate to rise by 0.3 percentage points. Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 3.5%. State-level data to Sep-25 shows VIC employment grew by 1.08% year-on-year, with state unemployment rate at 4.7%. National employment forecasts from May 2025 suggest a potential local growth of approximately 6.9% over five years and 14.0% over ten years.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

Seddon-Kingsville's median income among taxpayers was $56,867 and average income was $68,859 in financial year 2022. These figures exceed Greater Melbourne's median of $54,892 and average of $73,761 respectively. By March 2025, estimated median income is approximately $62,616 and average income is around $75,821, based on a 10.11% growth in wages since financial year 2022. Census data shows incomes in Seddon-Kingsville rank between the 87th and 93rd percentiles nationally for households, families, and individuals. The largest income bracket comprises 27.4% of residents earning $1,500-$2,999 weekly. About 40.4% earn over $3,000 per week, indicating significant affluence supporting premium retail and services. Housing costs consume 16.3% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 85th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Seddon - Kingsville displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Seddon-Kingsville's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census evaluation, consisted of 65.1% houses and 34.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This is compared to Melbourne metropolitan area's 49.7% houses and 50.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Seddon-Kingsville stood at 22.2%, similar to Melbourne metro, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (38.7%) or rented (39.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,500, above Melbourne metro's average of $2,100. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $414, compared to Melbourne metro's $376. Nationally, Seddon-Kingsville's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Seddon - Kingsville features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 66.3% of all households, including 31.3% couples with children, 25.2% couples without children, and 7.7% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 33.7%, with lone person households at 27.9% and group households making up 5.9%. The median household size is 2.4 people, aligning with Greater Melbourne's average.

The educational profile of Seddon - Kingsville exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Seddon-Kingsville has a notably high level of educational attainment among its residents aged 15 and above. Specifically, 51.6% of these residents hold university qualifications, which is significantly higher than the broader Australian average of 30.4% and the SA4 region's average of 32.0%. This high proportion of university graduates positions the area favourably for opportunities that require advanced knowledge. Among those with university qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 31.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (13.7%) and graduate diplomas (6.3%).

Vocational pathways are also well-represented in Seddon-Kingsville, accounting for 22.1% of all qualifications among residents aged 15 and above. Advanced diplomas make up 10.0% of these vocational qualifications, while certificates account for 12.1%. The area also has a high level of educational participation, with 28.1% of its residents currently enrolled in formal education programs. This includes 9.8% pursuing primary education, 6.7% engaged in tertiary education, and 5.1% studying at the secondary level. However, it appears that educational facilities are primarily located outside Seddon-Kingsville's immediate boundaries, requiring families to access schools in neighbouring areas for their children's education.

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

Seddon - Kingsville has 28 active public transport stops, offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 9 different routes, collectively facilitating 5,222 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically residing just 137 meters from the nearest stop.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 746 trips per day, equating to approximately 186 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Seddon - Kingsville is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population and nearer the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Seddon-Kingsville shows better-than-average health outcomes with lower prevalence of common conditions among its general population compared to older at-risk cohorts that align closer to national averages. Approximately 54% (~5,257 people) have private health cover, slightly below Greater Melbourne's 56.7%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 10.3% and 9.5% of residents respectively, while 70.6% report no medical ailments, compared to 72.7% in Greater Melbourne. The area has 10.7% (1,047 people) aged 65 and over, with health outcomes requiring more focus than the broader population.

Seddon - Kingsville 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

Seddon-Kingsville was found to have higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 27.7% of its population born overseas and 22.4% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Seddon-Kingsville, comprising 31.6% of its population. However, Buddhism stands out as being particularly overrepresented compared to Greater Melbourne, with 4.0% of Seddon-Kingsville's population identifying with it, compared to an average of 8.7%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups in Seddon-Kingsville are English (23.5%, substantially higher than the regional average of 18.2%), Australian (20.3%), and Irish (10.7%). Notably, Macedonian (1.4% vs regional 1.0%) and Maltese (1.0% vs regional 1.0%) groups are also overrepresented in Seddon-Kingsville, while Vietnamese representation is significantly lower at 2.9% compared to the regional average of 8.9%.

Seddon - Kingsville's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Seddon-Kingsville is 37 years, matching Greater Melbourne's figure and being comparable to Australia's median age of 38 years. The 35-44 age group constitutes 20.0% of the population, higher than Greater Melbourne's percentage but lower than the national average of 14.2%. Between 2021 and the present, the 15-24 age group has increased from 7.8% to 9.6%, while the 65-74 cohort has risen from 5.0% to 6.0%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has decreased from 12.0% to 10.8%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Seddon-Kingsville's age structure. The 55-64 age group is expected to grow by 46%, reaching 1,435 people from the current 983, while the 5-14 age group is projected to decrease by 54 residents.