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Skye - Sandhurst has an estimated 13,634 residents, up 2.5% since the 2021 Census, with 117 projects tracked in the area around Skye - Sandhurst.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Skye - Sandhurst Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 38 kilometres south-southeast of the Melbourne CBD in Victoria. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 13,634 as of Aug 2026, compared with the 2021 Census population of 13,303 people. Based on AreaSearch's assessment of the latest ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figure and new addresses added since the Census, the area is estimated to have seen minimal change over that period.
Residents are predominantly middle-aged, with family households and couples with children forming the core of the community. In terms of population growth, the area shows moderate expansion patterns. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026, and the figures above reflect AreaSearch's assessment as at that point.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,331 in 2001 and 13,601 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 13,634 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 45 to 54, 14.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 39.9%.
Skye - Sandhurst ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 78th for income.
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 Skye - Sandhurst is $672 a week, up 7.8% over 12 months to Sep 2025 and 14% above Greater Melbourne.
14% above Greater Melbourne on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $449 in 2016, $710 in 2025; Units (dashed orange line): $357 in 2016, $574 in 2025. The latest is to Sep 2025.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $672 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.8% | 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 | +3.3% | 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 | +2.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Frankston | $550 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Frankston, over 12 months | +7.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Mornington Peninsula | $570 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Mornington Peninsula, over 12 months | +7.8% | 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 |
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Status of the 8 tracked applications: 0 approved, 0 under assessment, 8 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 117 projects in and around Skye - Sandhurst, 28 of them under construction.
A master planned residential community in Skye in Melbourne's south east, featuring around 450 residential lots, local parks, wetlands and…
A completed neighbourhood retail centre in Skye, anchored by a full line Woolworths supermarket and supporting specialty retail, food…
Boutique residential land estate of around 180 residential lots located on the corner of Ballarto Road and McCormicks Road in Skye…
A $2.03 million upgrade of Banyan Reserve in Carrum Downs delivered in partnership between Frankston City Council and the Victorian…
Prime residential development site with permit approval for 59 townhouses, sold by Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne in 2021.
Redevelopment and modernisation of the Len Phelps Pavilion at Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve by Frankston City Council.
A $36.5 million upgrade of four major intersections along Ballarto Road (Lyrebird Drive, Greenwood Drive/Flinders Christian Community…
Two new multi-use courts at Lavender Hill Reserve, Carrum Downs and Pratt Reserve in Frankston South.
Boutique development of 13 townhouses (2, 3 and 4 bedroom designs) at 110 Cadles Road by Thomas Anderson Design.
Harli is a 7 Star, all-electric, zero-carbon master planned community in Cranbourne West by Resolution Property Group.
162 modern townhomes at 26 Brunnings Road, Carrum Downs delivered by Metricon TownLiving with Modus Developments and Newland Developers.
A boutique development of 7 contemporary townhouses currently under construction in Carrum Downs.
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Estimated completion year of the 53 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2023 1, 2024 2, 2025 7, 2026 15, 2027 12, 2028 9, 2029 3, 2030 1, 2031 1, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 1. 13 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 8 substantial development applications lodged in and around Skye - Sandhurst over the period covered (about 3.6 years), none in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2023 (part year) 2, 2024 4, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 0.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 8 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.6 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 0 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 36th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 36 | ABS building approvals | 48th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 include: Sandhurst Gardens Estate (Construction); ArenA Skye (Completed); Aspen Skye (Construction); Ballarto Road Upgrade (Completed); and Banyan Reserve Pump Track and Play Space (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Transport & Logistics, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 34th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Skye - Sandhurst compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 area has seen 151 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Skye - Sandhurst SA2's current population of 13,634 has been supported by 36 approvals on average over recent years.
The Skye - Sandhurst SA2 has seen 2.6 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 224 people in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2, compared to one for every 121 in Greater Melbourne.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Skye - Sandhurst SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 36, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 has seen 180 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.
Population growth drivers in Skye - Sandhurst are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,634 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +2.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 688 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 46th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.1% | 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 | 13,303 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 331 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 19.82 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 was estimated to be approximately 13,634 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 13,601 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The skye - sandhurst sa2 has added approximately 331 people and shown a 2.49% increase from the 13,303 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is estimated at 688 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (55.7%), Natural increase (44.3%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 55.7% of overall population gains.
Skye - Sandhurst's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.2% | 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 | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 at 39 years as at August 2026. That is up from the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 39 years as at August 2026, Skye - Sandhurst is 2 years older than the Greater Melbourne 2021 Census average (37 years) and comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 14.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Melbourne. The most under-represented age groups are 25-34 year-olds (10.1% vs 16.4%) and 85+ year-olds (1.3% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.9% of the population in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 15.4% of the population in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 78% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $65,233 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $73,325 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,224 | 2021 Census, weekly | 79th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $920 | 2021 Census, weekly | 70th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 29.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,378 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 12.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is approximately $69,538. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $65,233.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is approximately $78,164. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $73,325.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is approximately $69,538 compared to $63,783 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,233 and $59,834 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is approximately $78,164 compared to $83,612 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $73,325 and $78,435 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Skye - Sandhurst SA2's households (~39.9% / 1,766 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 39.9% 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 Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is $2,224/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is $2,378/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is $920/wk.
The Skye - Sandhurst SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $65,233 and an average of $73,325 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is slightly above average nationally, contrasting with Greater Melbourne's median income of $59,834 and average income of $78,435. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.6% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $69,538 (median) and $78,164 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is $8,164 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The skye - sandhurst sa2's disposable income is $8,164 compared to $6,948 for Greater Melbourne, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Skye - Sandhurst ranks among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 73.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 8,032 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 10,375 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,223 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 has approximately 8,032 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.3%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 stands at 2.3%, which is 2.6 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 Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.0% of employment), construction (13.1%), and retail trade (12.0%). Other significant employers include manufacturing and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is 73.8%, 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 skye - sandhurst sa2 shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 11.2% of the local workforce compared to 7.2% across Greater Melbourne. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The skye - sandhurst sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.6% decline, ranking 28th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Skye - Sandhurst sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 14.5% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 21.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 25.2% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 13.7% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 40.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
21.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 37.0% in Greater Melbourne.
40.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.2% in Greater Melbourne.
The skye - sandhurst sa2 ranks in the 49th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 are: Certificate (25.2%), Bachelor Degree (14.5%), Advanced Diploma (13.7%).
30.5% of the population in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.9% in primary school, 8.4% in secondary school, 4.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is 992, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the Skye - Sandhurst SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 487 students.
The skye - sandhurst sa2 includes 1 primary school, 2 combined schools.
Skye - Sandhurst 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 | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 14.1% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 45.1% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,426 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,536 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 84.2% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 had 4,426 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 2.5% to an estimated 4,536 households today.
The average household size in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Melbourne and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 84.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (14.1%), group households (1.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,727 family households, couples with children account for 45.1% of all households, couples without children at home 26.2%, and single parent families 12.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 84.2% (versus 70.9% in Greater Melbourne). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 14.1% 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 Skye - Sandhurst 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 52.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.7% have never married. This compares to 47.0% married and 38.0% never married across Greater Melbourne.
Single-person households represent 14.1% of all households in the Skye - Sandhurst 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 1.7% of households, below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Skye - Sandhurst was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 25.9% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 15.8% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 84.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.2% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 74.1% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
Skye - Sandhurst was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 25.9% of its population born overseas and 15.8% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Skye - Sandhurst, at 45.3% of people, although more residents (47.9%) 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 Skye - Sandhurst are English, comprising 27.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Melbourne's 20.1%, Australian, comprising 25.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Melbourne's 18.4%, and Other, comprising 9.1% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Melbourne's 14.6%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: South African is notably overrepresented at 1.1% of Skye - Sandhurst (vs 0.4% across Greater Melbourne), Sri Lankan at 0.8% (vs 0.8%) and Dutch at 1.8% (vs 1.2%).
25.9% of the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.3% across Greater Melbourne.
15.8% of the population in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 35.9% in Greater Melbourne.
0.8% of the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 0.5% in Greater Melbourne.
89.2% of the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 81.1% in Greater Melbourne.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Skye - Sandhurst is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Melbourne.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 16.2% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 25.8% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 90.0% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 64th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 57.9% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $450 | 2021 Census, weekly | 80th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 45th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 20th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Skye - Sandhurst SA2, 25.8% of homes are owned outright, 57.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 16.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 90.0% of dwellings in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 are houses.
In the Skye - Sandhurst SA2, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 10.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 stands at 25.8%, compared to 30.7% in Greater Melbourne.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is $2,000, compared to $2,000 in Greater Melbourne.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is $1,473, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Skye - Sandhurst SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.8% of income on repayments (vs 24.3% in Greater Melbourne), while renters spend 20.2% of income on rent (vs 20.5% in Greater Melbourne).
The dwelling mix in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 consists of 90.0% detached houses, 10.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Skye - Sandhurst consumes approximately 15.3% of median household income ($9,630 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Skye - Sandhurst show attached dwellings contributing 15% of approvals compared to 10% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 85% of applications versus 90% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Skye - Sandhurst's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 53.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 51st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.0% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
Around 53.7% of people in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.5% in Greater Melbourne.
In the Skye - Sandhurst SA2, 4.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.5% of people in Greater Melbourne require similar assistance.
8.8% of people in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.3% of the population across Greater Melbourne is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.3% of the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 population, while in Greater Melbourne, 4.1% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.8% of people in the Skye - Sandhurst SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Melbourne,3.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Skye - Sandhurst SA2, 53.7% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 43 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 17 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,436 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 42nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 801 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 3 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 24.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 17 public transport stops within the Skye - Sandhurst SA2.
The Skye - Sandhurst SA2 has 1,436 weekly trips across 3 routes, averaging 205 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 479 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 646 m away and the nearest school 916 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 17 stops nearby, 1,436 weekly trips, access rating 43 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 28 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 28th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 646 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 916 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 7.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Skye - Sandhurst compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Skye - Sandhurst has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 34th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Skye - Sandhurst is $672 a week, +7.8% over 12 months to Sep 2025.
Population growth drivers in Skye - Sandhurst are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Skye - Sandhurst's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 78% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Skye - Sandhurst ranks among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
Educational attainment in Skye - Sandhurst sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Skye - Sandhurst 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.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Skye - Sandhurst was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Skye - Sandhurst is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Melbourne.
Skye - Sandhurst's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Skye - Sandhurst has an estimated 13,634 residents, up 2.5% since the 2021 Census, with 117 projects tracked in the area around Skye - Sandhurst.
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 Skye - Sandhurst.
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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 (214011376). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
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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 Skye - Sandhurst 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 Skye - Sandhurst 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.