Truganina - South East

Truganina - South East lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Truganina - South East's population is around 10,906 as of February 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,310 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,596 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,689 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 221 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,554 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Truganina - South East's growth rate of 13.7% since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (9.9%), along with the state, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 58.8% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year for each SA2 area. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023 with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Considering the projected demographic shifts, exceptional growth is predicted over the period with the area expected to grow by 7,535 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 67.1% in total over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Truganina - South East when compared nationally

Truganina - South East has recorded approximately 87 residential properties granted approval each year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, a total of 438 homes were approved, with an additional 6 approved so far in FY26.

This results in an average of 5.6 people moving to the area annually for each dwelling built during this period. The demand significantly outpaces supply, which typically exerts upward pressure on prices and intensifies competition among buyers. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost value of $188,000, below regional norms, offering more affordable housing options. Comparatively, Truganina - South East records around 62% of the building activity per person when measured against Greater Melbourne. Nationally, it ranks in the 23rd percentile of areas assessed, indicating relatively constrained buyer choice and supporting interest in existing properties.

The new development consists of 46.0% detached houses and 54.0% townhouses or apartments, reflecting a shift from the area's current housing composition, which is predominantly houses at 92.0%. This change suggests decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects evolving lifestyles and the need for diverse, affordable housing options. With approximately 735 people per dwelling approval, Truganina - South East demonstrates a highly mature market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, the area is projected to add 7,318 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Truganina - South East has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified six projects that may impact this region. Notable ones are Williams Landing Office Buildings Development - Boston Commons & Hudson Hub, Williams Landing Town Centre Development, Stockland Grandview, and Addison Walk. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Truganina - South East performing better than 85% of local markets assessed across Australia

Truganina South East has a highly educated workforce with strong professional services representation. Its unemployment rate was 2.7% as of September 2025, which is below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.7%. Employment grew by an estimated 4.6% in the past year.

There are 6,474 employed residents, with a workforce participation rate of 87.0%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 71.0%. A significant 31.4% of residents work from home. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, transport, postal & warehousing, and professional & technical services. The area specializes in transport, postal & warehousing with an employment share 2.4 times the regional level, but construction has limited presence at 6.4% compared to the regional average of 9.7%.

Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 4.6%, labour force grew by 5.7%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 1.0 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment grow by 3.0%, labour force expand by 3.3%, and unemployment rise by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Truganina South East's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

The Truganina - South East SA2 had a lower than average income level nationally according to AreaSearch aggregated ATO data for financial year 2023. Its median income among taxpayers was $53,632 and the average income stood at $62,992. Greater Melbourne's figures were $57,688 and $75,164 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.25% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Truganina - South East SA2 would be approximately $58,057 (median) and $68,189 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes in Truganina - South East ranked between the 76th and 85th percentiles nationally. Distribution data showed the largest segment comprised 43.8% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (4,776 residents), consistent with broader trends across the region showing 32.8% in the same category. A significant 32.2% earned above $3,000 weekly. High housing costs consumed 17.4% of income, but strong earnings placed disposable income at the 82nd percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 7th decile.

Truganina - South East is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Truganina - South East's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 91.5% houses and 8.5% other dwellings. In comparison, Melbourne metro had 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Truganina - South East was at 7.3%, with dwellings either mortgaged (61.9%) or rented (30.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, aligning with Melbourne metro's average. The median weekly rent was $395, compared to Melbourne metro's $390. Nationally, Truganina - South East's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were higher than the national figure of $375.

Truganina - South East features high concentrations of family households and group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 86.0% of all households, including 59.0% couples with children, 17.7% couples without children, and 7.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 14.0%, with lone person households at 9.7% and group households making up 4.4%. The median household size is 3.3 people, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

Truganina - South East shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Truganina - South East has higher educational attainment than broader benchmarks. 54.4% of its residents aged 15+ have university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.0% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are most common at 31.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (20.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational pathways account for 23.2% of qualifications among those aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 12.5% and certificates at 10.7%.

Educational participation is high, with 36.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.0% in primary education, 5.4% in secondary education, and 5.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Truganina - South East has 24 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by three different routes that together facilitate 660 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is considered good, with residents typically living within 240 metres of the nearest stop. Most residents commute outwards from this primarily residential area. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 82%, while trains are used by 12% of residents. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling in the area, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 31.4% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 94 trips per day, equating to approximately 27 weekly trips per individual stop.

Truganina - South East's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Truganina - South East shows excellent health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence, with very low prevalence across all age groups. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 50% (around 5,496 people), compared to Greater Melbourne's 56.7%. Nationally, the average is 55.7%.

Asthma and diabetes are the most common conditions, affecting 4.4% and 3.3% respectively. About 88.3% of residents report no medical ailments, higher than Greater Melbourne's 72.6%. The area has 4.6% (501 people) aged 65 and over, lower than Greater Melbourne's 15.1%. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

Truganina - South East is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Truganina - South East is among the most culturally diverse areas in Australia, with 63.6% of its population born overseas and 73.3% speaking a language other than English at home as of 2016 Census data. Hinduism is the main religion in Truganina - South East, comprising 26.7% of people, which is significantly higher compared to the Greater Melbourne average of 4.4%. In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Truganina - South East are Other at 29.4%, Indian at 26.8%, and Chinese at 8.4% as per 2016 Census data, all higher than their respective regional averages of 14.6%, 4.2%, and 3.7%.

Notably, Filipino representation is overrepresented at 5.2% compared to the regional average of 1.3%, Samoan at 1.3% (vs 0.3%), and Vietnamese at 2.1% (vs 1.9%).

Truganina - South East hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Truganina-South East has a median age of 32 years, which is younger than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 years and significantly lower than the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Truganina-South East has a higher proportion of residents aged 35-44 (25.6%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (4.7%). This concentration of 35-44 year-olds is notably higher than the national average of 14.3%. Post-2021 Census data shows that the proportion of residents aged 45 to 54 has grown from 7.8% to 9.9%, while those aged 5 to 14 increased from 16.9% to 18.8%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 has declined from 21.9% to 16.4%, and the proportion of those aged 0 to 4 has dropped from 12.1% to 9.6%. Demographic modeling indicates that Truganina-South East's age profile is projected to change significantly by 2041, with the strongest growth expected in the 45 to 54 cohort, which is projected to grow by 132%, adding 1,432 residents to reach a total of 2,518.