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Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert has an estimated 10,783 residents, up 6.1% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 12 kilometres east from Melbourne CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 10,783 as of Aug 2026, following growth of 617 people (6.1%) since the 2021 Census count of 10,166 people. The estimate combines the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 10,776 as of June 2025 with 78 validated new addresses since the Census date. The community is somewhat older than the typical Australian area, with a median age of 42, and shows moderate population expansion.
The area is known for tree-lined streets, gracious period homes and a warm community atmosphere, with a village feel supported by parks, gardens and recreational facilities. Families and nature lovers are served by excellent schools, while shopping, dining and public transport add to local amenity. Its architectural heritage is reflected in well-preserved Edwardian and Federation-style homes.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,243 in 2001 and 10,776 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 10,783 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 14.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 28.8%.
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for education and the 90th for health.
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 Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert is $662 a week, up 2.2% over 12 months to Sep 2025 and 13% above Greater Melbourne.
13% above Greater Melbourne on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $501 in 2016, $752 in 2025; Units (dashed orange line): $435 in 2016, $643 in 2025. The latest is to Sep 2025.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $662 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +2.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, houses | $752 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, units | $643 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +3.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Whitehorse - West | $599 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Whitehorse - West, over 12 months | +2.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Melbourne - Inner East | $622 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Melbourne - Inner East, over 12 months | +3.7% | 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 19 tracked applications: 0 approved, 0 under assessment, 19 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 5 projects in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert and 157 more in the surrounding area.
Delivery of dedicated and separated cycling infrastructure, safety enhancements, and intersection upgrades along the Warrigal Road corridor…
SRL East is delivering 26km of twin underground rail tunnels and six new underground stations connecting Cheltenham, Clayton, Monash, Glen…
Removal of dangerous level crossing at Elgar Road, Box Hill with construction of new road bridge over the railway line.
Proposed new community facility in Box Hill South providing library services, meeting rooms, health services, and childcare facilities.
Integrated retirement living, residential aged care and community precinct on Rochester Road in Canterbury, VIC, developed by BASScare and…
Permit approved mixed-use development featuring a five-level building with 72 serviced apartments, ground level retail, gym, cafe, and…
Realignment and upgrade of the Koonung Creek Trail and surrounding linear parkland as part of the Eastern Freeway Upgrades (North East Link…
Approved 15-storey strata commercial office and retail tower by Golden Age Group at 69 Carrington Road, Box Hill.
Planned modernisation of Box Hill South Primary School including upgraded learning environments, STEM-focused facilities and improvements…
Corner site of about 1,810-1,820 sqm at Mont Albert Rd and Stanhope St previously pursued for around 15 two-storey townhouses.
Box Hill Institute is progressing staged upgrades across its campuses, with the Elgar campus master plan being refined to support future…
Major $28 million redevelopment of Box Hill City Oval including a new western pavilion, refurbishment of the southern pavilion, upgraded…
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Estimated completion year of the 70 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 9, 2026 19, 2027 17, 2028 14, 2029 2, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 1, 2035 5, 2036 1. 25 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 19 substantial development applications lodged in and around Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert over the past 5 years, 1 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 8, 2023 3, 2024 4, 2025 3, 2026 (to Oct) 1.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 19 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 31st percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 25 | ABS building approvals | 37th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 include: Warrigal Road Cycling Infrastructure (Planning); Koonung Creek Trail and Wetlands Upgrade (Eastern Freeway Upgrades) (Construction); 69 Carrington Road Box Hill Office and Retail Tower (Approved); Box Hill City Oval Redevelopment (Construction); and Box Hill Metropolitan Activity Centre - Public Realm (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 40%, the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert, placing the area among the bottom 21% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 area has seen 41 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2's current population of 10,783 has been supported by 25 approvals on average over recent years.
The Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 has seen 2.4 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 584 people in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2, compared to one for every 121 in Greater Melbourne.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 25, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 has grown by approximately 110 people, while 125 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.9 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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,783 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,240 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 10,166 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 617 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.33 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 was estimated to be approximately 10,783 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 10,776 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The surrey hills (east) - mont albert sa2 has added approximately 617 people and shown a 6.07% increase from the 10,166 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is estimated at 3,238 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (97.7%), Natural increase (2.3%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 97.7% of overall population gains.
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 65th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 42 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 at 42 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 42 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 42 years as at August 2026, Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert is 5 years older than the Greater Melbourne 2021 Census average (37 years) and 4 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 10.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 12.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Melbourne. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (2.8% vs 2.1%). The most under-represented age group is 0-4 year-olds (3.6% vs 5.6%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.3% of the population in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 20.2% of the population in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 80% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $65,502 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $109,129 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,388 | 2021 Census, weekly | 87th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,071 | 2021 Census, weekly | 84th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 41.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,092 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 16.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is approximately $69,825. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $65,502.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is approximately $116,332. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $109,129.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is approximately $69,825 compared to $63,783 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,502 and $59,834 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is approximately $116,332 compared to $83,612 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $109,129 and $78,435 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2's households (~28.8% / 1,093 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is the $4000+ group, representing about 28.8% 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 Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is $2,388/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is $3,092/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is $1,071/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is among the top percentile nationally, with the median assessed at $65,502 while the average income stands at $109,129. This contrasts to Greater Melbourne's figures of a median income of $59,834 and an average income of $78,435. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.6% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $69,825 (median) and $116,332 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is $8,972 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The surrey hills (east) - mont albert sa2's disposable income is $8,972 compared to $6,948 for Greater Melbourne, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 71.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,336 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 9,109 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,559 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 has approximately 6,336 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 Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert 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 Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.5% of employment), professional & technical (16.4%), and education & training (11.6%). Other significant employers include retail trade and finance & insurance.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is 71.0%, 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 surrey hills (east) - mont albert sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 16.4% of the local workforce compared to 10.1% across Greater Melbourne. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 3 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The surrey hills (east) - mont albert 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.
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 3% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 33.6% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 16.5% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 55.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 25.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
55.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 37.0% in Greater Melbourne.
25.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.2% in Greater Melbourne.
The surrey hills (east) - mont albert sa2 ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (33.6%), Postgraduate (16.5%), Advanced Diploma (10.5%).
30.8% of the population in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.4% in primary school, 8.3% in secondary school, 9.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is 1154, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,140 students.
The surrey hills (east) - mont albert sa2 includes 3 primary schools.
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert has relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Melbourne.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 23.8% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 36.0% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.2% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,796 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,026 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 73.1% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.4 per family | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 had 3,796 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.1% to an estimated 4,026 households today.
The average household size in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Melbourne and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 73.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (23.8%), group households (3.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,775 family households, couples with children account for 36.0% of all households, couples without children at home 27.2%, and single parent families 8.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 have an average of 1.4 children, matching the Greater Melbourne average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 52.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.6% have never married. This compares to 47.0% married and 38.0% never married across Greater Melbourne.
Single-person households represent 23.8% of all households in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert 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 3.2% 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 Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert 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 | 30.8% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 25.0% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 75.0% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 85.0% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 69.2% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.2% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 30.8% of its population born overseas and 25.0% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert, at 44.6% of people, although more residents (48.9%) 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 Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert are English, comprising 24.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 19.6% of the population, and Chinese, comprising 13.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Melbourne's 6.5%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Sri Lankan is notably overrepresented at 0.6% of Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert (vs 0.8% across Greater Melbourne), Greek at 1.8% (vs 2.7%) and Scottish at 8.4% (vs 5.6%).
30.8% of the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.3% across Greater Melbourne.
25.0% of the population in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 35.9% in Greater Melbourne.
0.2% of the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 0.5% in Greater Melbourne.
85.0% of the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 81.1% in Greater Melbourne.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 25.9% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 41.1% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 60.9% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,600 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 90th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 33.0% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 26.7% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $462 | 2021 Census, weekly | 84th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 36th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 59th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2, 41.1% of homes are owned outright, 33.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 25.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 60.9% of dwellings in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 are houses.
In the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2, 12.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 26.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 stands at 41.1%, compared to 30.7% in Greater Melbourne.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is $2,600, compared to $2,000 in Greater Melbourne.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is $1,376, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 25.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 25.1% of income on repayments (vs 24.3% in Greater Melbourne), while renters spend 19.3% of income on rent (vs 20.5% in Greater Melbourne).
The dwelling mix in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 consists of 60.9% detached houses, 26.7% semi-detached dwellings, 12.3% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert consumes approximately 13.3% of median household income ($10,340 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert show attached dwellings contributing 24% of approvals compared to 39% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 76% of applications versus 61% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 71.9% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 93rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 73.0% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.6% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
Around 71.9% of people in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.5% in Greater Melbourne.
In the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2, 4.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.5% of people in Greater Melbourne require similar assistance.
7.1% of people in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.3% of the population across Greater Melbourne is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.0% of the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 population, while in Greater Melbourne, 4.1% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.0% of people in the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Melbourne,3.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2, 71.9% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Melbourne sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.5%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 74 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 74th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 34 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 31st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 4,180 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 71st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 317 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 8 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 48.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 34 public transport stops within the Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2.
The Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert SA2 has 4,180 weekly trips across 8 routes, averaging 597 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 243 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 407 m away and the nearest pharmacy 523 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 34 stops nearby, 4,180 weekly trips, access rating 74 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 82 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 407 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 523 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 532 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 534 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 638 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 713 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 947 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert, placing the area among the bottom 21% of areas assessed nationally.
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 32% nationally.
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Median rent in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert is $662 a week, +2.2% over 12 months to Sep 2025.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 80% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch assessment positions Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 3% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert has relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Melbourne.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert has an estimated 10,783 residents, up 6.1% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert.
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 Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2025, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 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 (207031167). 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 (Aug 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 Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert 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 Surrey Hills (East) - Mont Albert 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.
