Truganina - South West
Statistical Area - sa2

Truganina - South West 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 West's population was approximately 20,429 as of November 2025, according to AreaSearch's analysis. This figure represents an increase of 1,364 people, a 7.2% rise from the 2021 Census count of 19,065 residents. The change is inferred from ABS's estimated resident population of 20,356 in June 2024 and an additional 25 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3,797 persons per square kilometer, placing Truganina - South West among the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, ending in June 2024, Truganina - South West exhibited resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 4.2%, outpacing its SA4 region. The primary driver for population growth was overseas migration, contributing approximately 62.3% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch uses the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on these projections, Truganina - South West is expected to experience exceptional growth over the period, placing it in the top 10 percent of statistical areas nationally. By 2041, the area's population is projected to increase by 11,448 persons from the latest population numbers, marking a total increase of 55.7% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Truganina - South West recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Truganina - South West has recorded approximately 61 residential properties granted approval each year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25308 homes were approved, with a further 4 approved in FY26 so far. On average, 3.3 people have moved to the area for each dwelling built over these years.

This supply lagging demand has led to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. New homes are being constructed at an average expected cost of $200,000, which is below regional norms, indicating more affordable housing options. In FY26, there have been $260,000 in commercial approvals, suggesting a predominantly residential focus. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Truganina - South West has significantly less development activity, 81.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established homes. Nationally, development activity is also lower, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints.

New development in Truganina - South West consists of 65.0% detached houses and 35.0% townhouses or apartments. This shift from the area's existing housing, which is currently 88.0% houses, indicates decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles and the need for more diverse, affordable housing options. With around 948 people per dwelling approval, Truganina - South West reflects a highly mature market. Looking ahead, it is expected to grow by 11,375 residents through to 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply could lag population growth, likely intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Truganina - South West has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified four projects likely to impact the region. Key projects are Alamora Tarneit, Fortitude Drive Reserve, Ison Road Extension, and Williams Landing Office Buildings Development - Boston Commons & Hudson Hub. The following details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Truganina - South West has been broadly consistent with national averages

Truganina - South West has a highly educated workforce with diverse sector representation. Its unemployment rate was 4.3% as of June 2025, which is 0.4% lower than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.6%.

The area experienced an estimated employment growth of 4.6% over the past year. As of June 2025, there were 10,697 residents employed in Truganina - South West, with a workforce participation rate similar to Greater Melbourne's 64.1%. Dominant employment sectors include transport, postal & warehousing (employing 2.8 times the regional level), health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Employment specialization in education & training is lower than Greater Melbourne at 6.4% compared to 9.2%.

The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data on working population versus resident population. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 4.6%, while labour force grew by 5.7%, leading to a rise in unemployment of 1.0 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Melbourne had an employment growth of 3.5% over the same period, with unemployment rising by 0.5 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May 2025, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Truganina - South West's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.4% over five years and 13.2% over ten years.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

Truganina - South West has a median taxpayer income of $50,030 and an average of $57,788 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. This is lower than national averages, contrasting with Greater Melbourne's median income of $54,892 and average income of $73,761. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.16% from financial year 2022 to September 2025, current estimates would be approximately $56,083 (median) and $64,815 (average). Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Truganina - South West cluster around the 56th percentile nationally. The income distribution reveals that the $1,500-$2,999 bracket dominates with 41.9% of residents (8,559 people), aligning with metropolitan regions where this cohort represents 32.8%. High housing costs consume 18.7% of income. Despite this, strong earnings place disposable income at the 59th percentile nationally, and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the fifth decile.

Truganina - South West is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Truganina - South West's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 87.7% houses and 12.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This is similar to Melbourne metro's composition of 88.1% houses and 12.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Truganina - South West stood at 11.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 54.2% and rented dwellings at 33.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,893, lower than Melbourne metro's average of $1,924. The median weekly rent was $377, slightly higher than Melbourne metro's figure of $370. Nationally, Truganina - South West's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,893 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $377 compared to the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 85.4% of all households, including 58.4% couples with children, 15.4% couples without children, and 10.2% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 14.6%, with lone person households at 10.1% and group households comprising 4.6%. The median household size is 3.5 people, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 3.1.

Educational achievement in Truganina - South West places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Educational attainment in Truganina - South West is notably high, with 42.4% of residents aged 15 years and above holding university qualifications, compared to the national average of 30.4%. This figure also surpasses the SA4 region's average of 32.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 24.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (15.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 26.7% of residents aged 15 years and above holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas account for 13.6% and certificates for 13.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 40.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 16.1% in primary education, 8.5% in secondary education, and 5.6% pursuing tertiary education. Truganina - South West's five schools have a combined enrollment of 7,488 students. The area has above-average socio-educational conditions, with an ICSEA score of 1074. It functions as an education hub, offering 36.6 school places per 100 residents - significantly higher than the regional average of 18.4. This attracts students from surrounding communities.

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

Truganina - South West has 39 active public transport stops operating within its boundaries. These stops are served by a mix of buses along four individual routes. Together, these routes facilitate 2,297 weekly passenger trips.

The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents on average located 264 meters from the nearest transport stop. Service frequency averages 328 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 58 weekly trips per individual stop.

Truganina - South West's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Truganina - South West shows excellent health outcomes across both young and elderly populations, with low prevalence of common conditions. Private health cover stands at approximately 49% (around 9,989 people), lower than Greater Melbourne's 51.4% and the national average of 55.3%. Asthma and diabetes are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 4.8% and 3.9% respectively.

Around 85.7% report no medical ailments, compared to 79.2% in Greater Melbourne. The area has a lower proportion of residents aged 65 and over at 6.3% (1,278 people), compared to Greater Melbourne's 8.3%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

Truganina - South West 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 West is among Australia's most culturally diverse areas, with 59.4% of its population born overseas and 72.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The predominant religion in Truganina-South West is Islam, comprising 28.9% of the population. Hinduism is notably overrepresented, making up 17.3% compared to Greater Melbourne's 15.7%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (35.5%), Indian (21.8%), and Australian (9.4%). These percentages are substantially higher than their respective regional averages of 23.4%, 14.7%, and not specified. Notably, Filipino, Samoan, and Lebanese ethnicities are also overrepresented in Truganina-South West at 4.2%, 1.3%, and 2.3% respectively, compared to their regional percentages of 3.1%, 1.0%, and 0.8%.

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

Truganina-South West's median age in 2021 was 31 years, lower than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 and Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Truganina-South West had a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (19.5%) but fewer aged 55-64 (6.1%), with the former figure exceeding the national average of 12.2%. Between 2021 and present, median age has increased to 31 years, with notable shifts including growth in the 45-54 age group from 8.6% to 10.8%, and the 15-24 cohort from 11.1% to 13.0%. Conversely, the 25-34 group declined from 17.9% to 15.0%, and the 35-44 group dropped from 22.0% to 19.9%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes, with the 45-54 age cohort projected to more than double, expanding by 2,288 people (103%) from 2,216 to 4,505.