Seymour Surrounds

Population growth drivers in Seymour Surrounds are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Seymour Surrounds' population, as per AreaSearch's analysis, was approximately 4,585 as of November 2025. This figure represents a decrease of 60 individuals (1.3%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 4,645 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 4,548 in June 2024 and an additional 50 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2.7 persons per square kilometer. Overseas migration primarily drove population growth, contributing approximately 69.6% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is employing ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch uses the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023, with adjustments made through a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Looking ahead, exceptional growth is predicted for Seymour Surrounds, placing it in the top 10 percent of Australia's non-metropolitan areas. The area is expected to expand by 2,483 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 53.4% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Seymour Surrounds, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Seymour Surrounds has recorded approximately 17 residential properties granted approval each year over the past five financial years, totalling 87 homes. As of FY-26, 6 approvals have been recorded. Despite a decline in population during this period, housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice. The average expected construction cost value for new dwellings is $409,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties.

This financial year has seen $159.6 million in commercial development approvals, reflecting strong commercial development momentum. Compared to the Rest of Vic., Seymour Surrounds records significantly lower building activity, which is 56.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established homes. All recent development has been comprised of detached dwellings, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers.

The estimated population per dwelling approval is 359 people. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Seymour Surrounds is expected to grow by 2,446 residents through to 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may struggle to match this population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Seymour Surrounds has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 34thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 13 projects likely to impact the area. Notable projects include Seymour Solar Farm, Haven Seymour, Journey Early Learning Seymour, and Seymour Community Wellbeing Hub. The following details those projected to have the most relevance.

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The employment environment in Seymour Surrounds shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Seymour Surrounds has a skilled workforce with an unemployment rate of 2.7% as of September 2025. The area's employment rate is 1.0% lower than the Rest of Vic.'s rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation in Seymour Surrounds is 66.4%, compared to 57.4% in the Rest of Vic. Key industries of employment among residents are public administration & safety, construction, and agriculture, forestry & fishing. The area has a strong specialization in public administration & safety, with an employment share 4.4 times the regional level. However, health care & social assistance is under-represented, with only 9.1% of Seymour Surrounds' workforce compared to 16.8% in the Rest of Vic.

Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. In a 12-month period ending September 2025, labour force decreased by 1.8% and employment decreased by 3.0%, resulting in an unemployment rate rise of 1.3 percentage points. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 shows VIC employment grew by 1.13% year-on-year, adding 41,950 jobs, with the state unemployment rate at 4.7%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Seymour Surrounds' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.5% over five years and 11.8% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that income in Seymour Surrounds SA2 is just below the national average. The median assessed income is $56,175 and the average income stands at $63,682. In contrast, Rest of Vic.'s figures show a median income of $48,741 and an average income of $60,693. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.16% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Seymour Surrounds would be approximately $63,006 (median) and $71,426 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data indicates that household, family and personal incomes in Seymour Surrounds cluster around the 63rd percentile nationally. The earnings profile shows that the predominant cohort spans 39.8% of locals (1,824 people) with incomes in the $1,500 - $2,999 category, aligning with regional levels where this cohort also represents 30.3%. After housing costs, residents retain 88.6% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power and placing Seymour Surrounds in the 6th decile according to its SEIFA income ranking.

Seymour Surrounds is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Seymour Surrounds, as per the latest Census, consisted of 99.4% houses and 0.6% other dwellings (including semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro Vic.'s 93.6% houses and 6.4% other dwellings. The home ownership rate in Seymour Surrounds was 37.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.4% and rented ones at 22.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,733, higher than Non-Metro Vic.'s average of $1,500. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $265, compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s $280. Nationally, Seymour Surrounds' mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 80.5% of all households, including 35.9% that are couples with children, 35.1% that are couples without children, and 8.3% that consist of single parents. Non-family households make up the remaining 19.5%, with lone person households at 18.3% and group households comprising 1.5%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is larger than the Rest of Vic average of 2.3.

Educational attainment in Seymour Surrounds aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 19.5%, significantly lower than Victoria's average of 33.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 42.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas comprise 12.1% and certificates make up 30.0%. Educational participation is high at 28.5%, including 11.7% in primary education, 7.6% in secondary education, and 3.9% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 28.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.7% in primary education, 7.6% in secondary education, and 3.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in Seymour Surrounds indicates that there are currently 26 operational transport stops. These consist of a combination of train and bus services. The routes serving these stops total 20, collectively offering 387 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of transport is considered limited, with residents on average being situated 1004 meters away from the nearest stop. On average, there are 55 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 14 weekly trips per individual stop.

Seymour Surrounds's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Health data for Seymour Surrounds shows positive outcomes with common health conditions seen across both young and old age groups.

Private health cover stands at approximately 51% of the total population (around 2,347 people), slightly lower than the average SA2 area. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.7% and 7.6% of residents respectively. A majority, 70.7%, report being completely clear of medical ailments, higher than the Rest of Vic's 63.0%. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 16.6% (761 people), compared to Rest of Vic's 25.2%. Health outcomes among seniors in Seymour Surrounds are notably strong, outperforming the general population in health metrics.

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

Seymour Surrounds, surveyed in June 2016, showed low cultural diversity with 89.2% citizens, 88.9% born in Australia, and 95.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 47.1% of Seymour Surrounds' population, compared to 47.9% across Rest of Vic.. Ancestry wise, Australian (32.5%), English (29.5%), and Irish (9.8%) were the top groups.

Notably, Maltese (0.9% vs 0.7%), German (3.9% vs 3.4%), and Dutch (1.4% vs 1.5%) were overrepresented compared to regional averages.

Seymour Surrounds's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

Seymour Surrounds has a median age of 38, which is lower than the Rest of Vic.'s figure of 43 but equivalent to the national norm of 38. The 15-24 age group is strongly represented at 14.7%, compared to Rest of Vic., while the 75-84 cohort is less prevalent at 4.8%. According to the 2021 Census, the 35-44 age group has grown from 11.7% to 13.4% of the population, and the 25-34 cohort increased from 12.0% to 13.2%. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort has declined from 13.7% to 12.3%. Demographic modeling suggests that Seymour Surrounds' age profile will significantly evolve by 2041. Leading this demographic shift, the 25-34 group is projected to grow by 97%, adding 586 people and reaching a total of 1,190 from its current figure of 603.