Area profile · Greater Melbourne
Seddon - Kingsville has an estimated 9,949 residents, up 7.6% since the 2021 Census, with 185 projects tracked in the area around Seddon - Kingsville.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Seddon - Kingsville Statistical Area (Lv2) sits 7.3 kilometres west of Melbourne CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 9,949 as of Aug 2026. Since the 2021 Census count of 9,247 people, the area has grown by an estimated 702 people (7.6%). That figure combines the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 9,748 as of June 2025 with 122 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
Population growth in the area is described as moderate, and it has a high proportion of working-age residents, with its middle-aged population largely found in group households. Taken together, these features give the Seddon - Kingsville Statistical Area (Lv2) a steady, measured growth profile and a workforce-oriented character. Latest population estimate date: Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Seddon - Kingsville Statistical Area (Lv2) sits 7.3 kilometres west of Melbourne CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 9,949 as of Aug 2026. Since the 2021 Census count of 9,247 people, the area has grown by an estimated 702 people (7.6%). That figure combines the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 9,748 as of June 2025 with 122 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
Population growth in the area is described as moderate, and it has a high proportion of working-age residents, with its middle-aged population largely found in group households. Taken together, these features give the Seddon - Kingsville Statistical Area (Lv2) a steady, measured growth profile and a workforce-oriented character. Latest population estimate date: Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 8,081 in 2001 and 9,748 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 9,949 (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, 20.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 27.4%.
Seddon - Kingsville ranks in the 92nd percentile nationally for amenities and the 89th for transport & access.
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 Seddon - Kingsville is $582 a week, up 2.8% over 12 months to Sep 2025.
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $495 in 2016, $710 in 2025; Units (dashed orange line): $374 in 2016, $574 in 2025. The latest is to Sep 2025.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $582 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +2.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, houses | $710 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +2.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, units | $574 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +1.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Maribyrnong | $540 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Maribyrnong, over 12 months | +2.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Melbourne - West | $511 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Melbourne - West, over 12 months | +2.5% | 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 185 projects in and around Seddon - Kingsville, 54 of them under construction.
A sustainable residential community featuring 53 dwellings, comprising 41 apartments and 12 townhomes. Designed by Six Degrees Architects, the project focuses on natural materials, cross-flow ventilation, and communal green spaces including a central productive garden and rooftop area.
Bradmill Yarraville is a $1.5 billion urban renewal project by Frasers Property Australia and Irongate Group transforming a historic 26-hectare former denim factory into a sustainable mixed-use neighbourhood.
A major mixed-use redevelopment of the former 501 Receptions site. The project features a 3,606sq m Woolworths supermarket, BWS bottle shop, nine specialty retail tenancies, a 110-place childcare facility, a 425sq m medical centre, commercial office space, and a gymnasium.
A 17-hectare urban renewal program transforming former industrial warehouse and factory land between the Maribyrnong River and the Footscray-South Kensington rail corridor into a high-density mixed-use precinct.
Mixed-use development on the former Ryco Hydraulics site in central Footscray, comprising five buildings (3-8 storeys) with 456 apartments and ground-floor commercial uses along Whitehall and Moreland Street frontages.
Five-storey mixed-use development with ground floor retail, 56 apartments designed for owner-occupiers, basement parking, sustainable features including solar PV system, rainwater tank, green roof, and community spaces in West Footscray's retail precinct.
A two-storey mixed-use neighbourhood retail centre comprising 7,063 square metres of floor space, including a 3,606 square metre Woolworths supermarket, BWS bottle shop, 8 specialty retail tenancies, 110-place childcare centre, medical centre, gymnasium, and office space, with two-level basement parking for 278 cars.
Community-driven place-based revitalisation program delivering 16 projects across Spotswood and South Kingsville, including the GreenLine active transport corridor, Streets for People traffic calming, public space improvements at Mary Street Reserve, Hudsons Road Streetscape Master Plan, South Kingsville Community Centre roof upgrade, and urban greening…
Complete upgrade of West Footscray Station featuring new platforms, improved accessibility, modern passenger facilities and enhanced connectivity as part of the Metro Tunnel project.
Redevelopment of the historic Kinnears Ropeworks Factory into a vibrant mixed-use precinct. The masterplan includes up to 1,450 dwellings, a supermarket, retail laneways, commercial offices, and community services. Stage 1 (208 apartments) is complete, while Stage 2 received planning approval for 407 apartments across 5-15 storey buildings.
Adaptive reuse and new development of a 4-storey data centre adjacent to the historic Goldsbrough Mort and Co Woolstore building at the WEFO Woolstores precinct. Planning Permit PA2403320 was approved by the Minister for Planning via the Development Facilitation Program with subsequent permit amendments in late 2025.
The 6.6-hectare site of the former Footscray Hospital is being transformed into a mixed-use precinct following the new hospital's opening in February 2026.
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Estimated completion year of the 78 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 5, 2026 23, 2027 14, 2028 6, 2029 10, 2030 10, 2031 1, 2032 3, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 2, 2036 2. 39 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 10.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 86th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 102 | ABS building approvals | 80th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 include: West Footscray Neighbourhood Plan (Approved); West Footscray Village (Approved); Yarraville Green (Construction); West Footscray Station Upgrade (Completed); and Bradmill Yarraville (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Seddon - Kingsville compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 area has seen 40 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Seddon - Kingsville SA2's current population of 9,949 has been supported by 102 approvals on average over recent years.
The Seddon - Kingsville SA2 has seen 10.9 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 499 people in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2, compared to one for every 121 in Greater Melbourne.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Seddon - Kingsville SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 102, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 has grown by approximately 24 people, while 512 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating 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.
Seddon - Kingsville has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,949 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 5,921 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 9,247 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 702 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.68 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 was estimated to be approximately 9,949 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 9,748 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The seddon - kingsville sa2 has added approximately 702 people and shown a 7.59% increase from the 9,247 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is estimated at 5,922 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (75.2%), Natural increase (24.8%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 75.2% of overall population gains.
Seddon - Kingsville's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 28.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 62.7% | 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 | 37 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 18.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 20.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 2.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 at 37 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 37 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Seddon - Kingsville is equal to the Greater Melbourne 2021 Census average and similarly aligned with comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 20.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 9.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Melbourne. The most under-represented age group is 75-84 year-olds (2.8% vs 5.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.8% of the population in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 10.6% of the population in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 76% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $61,071 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 59th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $74,113 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,364 | 2021 Census, weekly | 86th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,240 | 2021 Census, weekly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 40.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,149 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 16.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is approximately $65,102. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $61,071.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is approximately $79,004. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $74,113.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is approximately $65,102 compared to $63,783 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,071 and $59,834 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is approximately $79,004 compared to $83,612 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $74,113 and $78,435 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Seddon - Kingsville SA2's households (~27.4% / 1,023 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 27.4% 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 Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is $2,364/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is $3,149/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is $1,240/wk.
The Seddon - Kingsville SA2's income level is slightly above average nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Seddon - Kingsville SA2's median income among taxpayers is $61,071 and the average income stands at $74,113, which compares to figures for Greater Melbourne's of $59,834 and $78,435 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.6% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $65,102 (median) and $79,004 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is $8,576 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The seddon - kingsville sa2's disposable income is $8,576 compared to $6,948 for Greater Melbourne, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market in Seddon - Kingsville shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 83.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,347 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 7,377 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,573 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 has approximately 6,347 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.4%. 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 Seddon - Kingsville SA2 stands at 3.4%, which is 1.5 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 Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (13.8% of employment), health care & social assistance (12.4%), and education & training (11.8%). Other significant employers include public administration & safety and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is 83.2%, 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%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The seddon - kingsville sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 13.8% of the local workforce compared to 10.1% across Greater Melbourne. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The seddon - kingsville 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.
The educational profile of Seddon - Kingsville ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 31.6% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 13.7% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 51.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 26.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.7% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
51.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 37.0% in Greater Melbourne.
26.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.2% in Greater Melbourne.
The seddon - kingsville sa2 ranks in the 66th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (31.6%), Postgraduate (13.7%), Certificate (12.1%).
28.1% of the population in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.8% in primary school, 5.1% in secondary school, 6.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
Seddon - Kingsville features high concentrations of group households but relatively few single parent families, 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 | 27.9% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 31.3% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.2% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 5.9% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,733 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,016 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 66.3% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.0 per family | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 had 3,733 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.6% to an estimated 4,016 households today.
The average household size in the Seddon - Kingsville 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 66.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (27.9%), group households (5.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,475 family households, couples with children account for 31.3% of all households, couples without children at home 25.2%, and single parent families 7.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 have an average of 1.0 children, slightly below the Greater Melbourne average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 40.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 46.7% have never married. This compares to 47.0% married and 38.0% never married across Greater Melbourne.
Single-person households represent 27.9% of all households in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2, similar to the average for Greater Melbourne of 24.8%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 5.9% of households, above the Greater Melbourne average of 4.3%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Seddon - Kingsville was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 27.7% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 22.4% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 77.6% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.8% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 72.3% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
Seddon - Kingsville was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 27.7% of its population born overseas and 22.4% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Seddon - Kingsville, at 31.6% of people, although more residents (60.6%) 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 Seddon - Kingsville are English, comprising 23.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 20.3% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Macedonian is notably overrepresented at 1.4% of Seddon - Kingsville (vs 0.7% across Greater Melbourne), Vietnamese at 2.9% (vs 1.9%) and Maltese at 1.0% (vs 1.1%).
27.7% of the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.3% across Greater Melbourne.
22.4% of the population in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 35.9% in Greater Melbourne.
0.5% of the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 0.5% in Greater Melbourne.
86.8% of the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 81.1% in Greater Melbourne.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Seddon - Kingsville displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Melbourne.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 39.1% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 22.2% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 65.1% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,500 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 88th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 38.7% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 15.0% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $414 | 2021 Census, weekly | 69th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 19th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 53rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Seddon - Kingsville SA2, 22.2% of homes are owned outright, 38.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 39.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 65.1% of dwellings in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 are houses.
In the Seddon - Kingsville SA2, 19.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 15.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 stands at 22.2%, compared to 30.7% in Greater Melbourne.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is $2,500, compared to $2,000 in Greater Melbourne.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is $1,668, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Seddon - Kingsville SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.4% of income on repayments (vs 24.3% in Greater Melbourne), while renters spend 17.5% of income on rent (vs 20.5% in Greater Melbourne).
The dwelling mix in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 consists of 65.1% detached houses, 15.0% semi-detached dwellings, 19.1% apartments, and 0.8% other dwelling types.
Housing in Seddon - Kingsville consumes approximately 16.3% of median household income ($10,236 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Seddon - Kingsville show attached dwellings contributing 70% of approvals compared to 35% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 30% of applications versus 65% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Seddon - Kingsville is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Health performance in Seddon - Kingsville is lower than 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 | 54.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 54th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.6% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.3% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
Around 54.1% of people in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.5% in Greater Melbourne.
In the Seddon - Kingsville SA2, 4.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.5% of people in Greater Melbourne require similar assistance.
9.5% of people in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.3% of the population across Greater Melbourne is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.2% of the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 population, while in Greater Melbourne, 4.1% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.3% of people in the Seddon - Kingsville SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Melbourne,3.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Seddon - Kingsville SA2, 54.1% 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 | 29 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,875 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 69th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 337 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 11 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 52.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 29 public transport stops within the Seddon - Kingsville SA2.
The Seddon - Kingsville SA2 has 3,875 weekly trips across 11 routes, averaging 553 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 136 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest pharmacy is 353 m away and the nearest child care centre 356 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 29 stops nearby, 3,875 weekly trips, access rating 89 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 92 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest pharmacy | 353 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 356 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 483 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 528 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 577 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 661 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 665 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 711 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 2 long day care centres with 166 places in Seddon - Kingsville, about 3.7 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Seddon - Kingsville compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Seddon - Kingsville has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 37% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Seddon - Kingsville is $582 a week, +2.8% over 12 months to Sep 2025.
Seddon - Kingsville has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Seddon - Kingsville's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 76% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The labour market in Seddon - Kingsville shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions.
The educational profile of Seddon - Kingsville ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Seddon - Kingsville features high concentrations of group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Melbourne.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Seddon - Kingsville was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Seddon - Kingsville displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Melbourne.
Health performance in Seddon - Kingsville is lower than 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.
Seddon - Kingsville has an estimated 9,949 residents, up 7.6% since the 2021 Census, with 185 projects tracked in the area around Seddon - Kingsville.
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 Seddon - Kingsville.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2025, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jun 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (213031350). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jun 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Seddon - Kingsville 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 Seddon - Kingsville 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.
