Werribee - South

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

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Werribee - South's population is around 17,941 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,131 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 16,810 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 17,936 from the ABS as of June 2025 and an additional 53 validated new addresses since the Census date. Over the past decade, Werribee - South has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 4.6%, outpacing the SA4 region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 84.8% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises 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. Anticipating future population dynamics, exceptional growth is predicted over the period with the area expected to increase by 8,022 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 44.7% in total over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Werribee - South among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Werribee - South has recorded approximately 91 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25455 homes were approved, with an additional 102 approved in FY26. On average, 6.4 people have moved to the area each year for every dwelling built during this period.

This supply lagging demand has led to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. New homes are being constructed at an average value of $279,000, reflecting more affordable housing options compared to regional norms. Commercial approvals in FY26 totalled $179.2 million, indicating robust local business investment. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Werribee - South has significantly less development activity, 66.0% below the regional average per person.

This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established homes. Recent construction comprises 72.0% detached dwellings and 28.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The estimated population count per dwelling approval is 440 people in Werribee - South, reflecting its quiet, low activity development environment. Population forecasts indicate the area will gain 8,017 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Werribee - South has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 51 projects likely impacting the region. Key projects include Werribee Mercy Hospital Emergency Department Expansion, Grange Estate, East Werribee Precinct, and Werribee City Centre Structure Plan 2040. The following list details those most relevant:.

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Werribee - South has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Werribee - South has an educated workforce with diverse sector representation. Its unemployment rate was 5.9% in the past year, with estimated employment growth of 4.4%. As of December 2025, 9,932 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 7.0%, slightly higher than Greater Melbourne's 4.8%.

Workforce participation was 72.4%, similar to Greater Melbourne's 69.9%. A high proportion, 28.2%, worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors include construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The area specializes in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with an employment share 5.7 times the regional level.

However, health care & social assistance has limited presence at 11.6%, compared to 14.2% regionally. There were 0.8 workers per resident at the Census, indicating local employment opportunities above average. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment increased by 4.4%, while labour force grew by 4.2%, reducing unemployment by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.4% and unemployment increase by 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% growth over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Werribee - South's employment mix suggests local employment could grow by 6.3% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, assuming constant population projections.

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

The Werribee - South SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $52,530 and an average of $63,038 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This was below the national average, with Greater Melbourne's median income being $57,688 and average income being $75,164. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Werribee - South would be approximately $57,583 (median) and $69,102 (average) as of March 2026. According to Census 2021 income data, incomes in Werribee - South cluster around the 54th percentile nationally. Income analysis shows that 34.4% of the community earn between $1,500 and $2,999 (6,171 individuals), which is similar to the metropolitan region where 32.8% fall within this range. Housing costs consume 15.8% of income in Werribee - South, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 54th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

Werribee - South's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 80.2% houses and 19.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Melbourne metro's figures of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Werribee - South was 29.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 34.7% and rented dwellings at 35.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,000, aligning with Melbourne metro's average. The median weekly rent figure was recorded as $351, compared to Melbourne metro's $2,000 and $390 respectively. Nationally, Werribee - South's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower than the national figure of $375.

Werribee - South has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 71.9% of all households, including 34.6% couples with children, 24.4% couples without children, and 11.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 28.1%, with lone person households at 25.0% and group households comprising 3.1%. The median household size is 2.6 people, which aligns with the Greater Melbourne average.

The educational profile of Werribee - South exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Educational qualifications in Werribee show that as of 2016, 29.9% of residents aged 15 and above held university degrees, compared to the South Australian Statistical Subdivision (SA3) area's 37.0%. Bachelor degrees were most common at 19.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 8.3% and graduate diplomas at 2.4%. Vocational credentials were also prominent, with 30.8% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas accounted for 11.0% and certificates for 19.8%. Educational participation was high, with 30.1% of residents enrolled in formal education as of 2016.

This included 10.1% in primary education, 7.8% in secondary education, and 5.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The transport analysis indicates that there are 78 active transport stops operating within Werribee - South, serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are covered by six individual routes, collectively facilitating 2,048 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 322 meters from the nearest stop. As primarily residential, most residents commute outward, predominantly by car at 86%. Train usage stands at 7%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per dwelling.

Notably, a high proportion of residents, specifically 28.2%, work from home (as reported in the 2021 Census). Service frequency across all routes averages 292 trips daily, equating to approximately 26 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Werribee - South is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data indicates significant health challenges in Werribee - South, as assessed by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Notably, both younger and older age groups exhibit high prevalence of common health conditions. Approximately 50% (~9,042 people) have private health cover, lower than Greater Melbourne's 56.7% and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues affect 7.6% and arthritis impacts 7.0% of residents, with 72.2% reporting no medical ailments, slightly below Greater Melbourne's 72.6%. The under-65 population shows better-than-average health outcomes. Werribee - South has 15.0% (2,696 people) aged 65 and over, with senior health outcomes aligning broadly with national rankings.

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

Werribee-South has high cultural diversity, with 39.0% born overseas and 35.8% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the main religion, comprising 52.0%. Hinduism is overrepresented at 8.5%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 4.4%.

Top ancestry groups are English (18.2%), Australian (17.5%), and Other (14.5%). Italian (10.2% vs regional 5.2%) and Indian (6.9% vs 4.2%) are notably overrepresented, with Maltese at 1.8% compared to regional 1.1%.

Werribee - South's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Werribee-South has a median age of 37, matching Greater Melbourne's figure and closely resembling Australia's median age of 38 years. The 35-44 age group is strongly represented at 17.3%, higher than in Greater Melbourne, while the 25-34 cohort is less prevalent at 13.8%. Between 2021 and present, the 35-44 age group has risen from 16.1% to 17.3% of the population, and the 45-54 cohort has increased from 12.0% to 13.0%. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 15.6% to 13.8%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Werribee-South's age structure. Notably, the 45-54 group is projected to grow by 65%, adding 1,510 people and reaching a total of 3,845 from its current figure of 2,334.