Yarrawonga
Statistical Area - sa2

Yarrawonga lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Yarrawonga's population is approximately 9,276 as of November 2025. This represents an increase of 615 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 8,661. The growth was inferred from the estimated resident population of 8,918 in June 2024 and an additional 719 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 98 persons per square kilometer. Yarrawonga's population grew by 7.1% between the 2021 Census and November 2025, exceeding the SA4 region's growth rate of 3.5%. Interstate migration contributed approximately 87.5% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses 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 employs the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted using 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. By 2041, Yarrawonga is predicted to have expanded by 5,793 persons based on the latest population numbers, marking a total gain of 58.2% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Yarrawonga among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Yarrawonga has seen approximately 154 new homes approved each year over the past five financial years, totalling 772 homes. As of FY-26 so far, 85 approvals have been recorded. On average, 0.6 new residents per year have arrived with each new home built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating that new supply is meeting or exceeding demand. The average construction value of these properties is $372,000, which is moderately higher than regional levels.

In FY-26, there have been $3.3 million in commercial approvals, suggesting limited commercial development focus compared to residential growth. Yarrawonga has 108.0% more development activity per person than the Rest of Vic., indicating strong developer confidence in the location. New development consists predominantly of detached dwellings (97.0%) and a smaller proportion of attached dwellings (3.0%), maintaining the area's traditional low density character. With around 52 people per approval, Yarrawonga reflects an actively developing area. By 2041, Yarrawonga is projected to grow by approximately 5,399 residents.

Development activity is keeping pace with projected growth, though increasing competition among buyers can be expected as the population expands.

Yarrawonga has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 28thth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects that could affect this region. Notable ones include The Sebel Yarrawonga (Silverwoods Resort) - Stage 2 Expansion, Yarrawonga Village, Yarrawonga Multisport Stadium, and Yarrawonga Hospital New Theatre Suite.

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The employment environment in Yarrawonga shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Yarrawonga has a balanced workforce with equal representation of white and blue collar jobs. Tourism and hospitality sectors are prominent, with an unemployment rate of 1.9% as of June 2025.

There are 3,576 residents employed, with the unemployment rate at 1.8%, below Rest of Vic.'s rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation is lower at 47.8%, compared to Rest of Vic.'s 57.4%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and accommodation & food. The area has a notable concentration in accommodation & food, with employment levels at 1.9 times the regional average.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing employs only 4.2% of local workers, below Rest of Vic.'s 7.5%. Labour force levels decreased by 14.5% over the 12 months to June 2025, with employment decreasing by 15.0%, resulting in a rise in unemployment rate by 0.7 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 suggest potential future demand within Yarrawonga. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with local growth estimated at approximately 5.9%% over five years and 12.6% over ten years.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

Yarrawonga's median income among taxpayers was $45,855 and average income was $57,721 in the financial year 2022. This is lower than national figures of $48,741 and $60,693 respectively for Rest of Vic. Based on a Wage Price Index growth rate of 12.16% since financial year 2022, estimated median income would be approximately $51,431 and average income would be around $64,740 by September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Yarrawonga rank between the 10th and 15th percentiles nationally. Income brackets show that 27.6% of individuals earn between $400 - $799, differing from surrounding regions where earnings of $1,500 - $2,999 dominate with 30.3%. After accounting for housing costs, 85.8% of income remains, ranking at the 13th percentile nationally.

Yarrawonga is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Yarrawonga, as per the latest Census, consisted of 84.3% houses and 15.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro Vic.'s 90.8% houses and 9.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Yarrawonga stood at 47.5%, similar to Non-Metro Vic., with the rest being mortgaged (28.5%) or rented (24.0%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,430, higher than Non-Metro Vic.'s average of $1,300. The median weekly rent was $290, compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s $250. Nationally, Yarrawonga's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,430 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially lower at $290 compared to the national figure of $375.

Yarrawonga has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 68.3% of all households, including 21.2% couples with children, 36.9% couples without children, and 9.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 31.7%, with lone person households at 29.6% and group households comprising 2.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.3 people, which aligns with the average for the Rest of Vic.

Educational outcomes in Yarrawonga fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 13.9%, significantly lower than Victoria's average of 33.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.9%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.1%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.9%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 38.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.3%) and certificates (28.5%). A total of 24.8% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, with 9.9% in primary, 7.3% in secondary, and 1.8% in tertiary education.

The five schools in Yarrawonga have a combined enrollment of 1,674 students, operating under typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1008) with balanced educational opportunities. These include one primary school, two secondary schools, and two K-12 schools. Note that for schools showing 'n/a' in enrolments, please refer to the parent campus.

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

Yarrawonga has five active public transport stops. These include a mix of train and bus services. Twelve routes operate in total, offering 120 weekly passenger trips combined.

Residents have limited access to these services, with an average distance of 1147 meters to the nearest stop. Across all routes, there are approximately 17 trips per day on average, which equates to about 24 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Yarrawonga is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Yarrawonga faces significant health challenges, with various conditions affecting both younger and older residents. Approximately 49% (~4,535 people) have private health cover, lower than the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (12.4%) and mental health issues (8.5%). About 59.4% report no medical ailments, compared to 60.0% in Rest of Vic.. Residents aged 65 and over comprise 31.4% (2,916 people), higher than the 27.0% in Rest of Vic.. Health outcomes among seniors show some challenges but perform better than the general population in health metrics.

Yarrawonga is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Yarrawonga's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 91.4% of its population being Australian citizens, 90.8% born in Australia, and 96.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Yarrawonga, comprising 58.8% of the population, compared to 56.1% across Rest of Vic.. The top three ancestry groups in Yarrawonga are English (34.1%), Australian (31.7%), and Irish (11.0%).

Notably, Scottish ancestry is overrepresented at 9.3%, compared to 8.3% regionally, and Maltese ancestry is also higher at 0.6%, compared to 0.4%.

Yarrawonga ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Yarrawonga's median age is 51 years, significantly higher than the Rest of Vic average of 43 and the Australian median of 38. The 65-74 cohort is notably over-represented in Yarrawonga at 16.1%, compared to the Rest of Vic average and well above the national average of 9.4%. Conversely, the 45-54 age group is under-represented at 9.6%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 35-44 age group grew from 9.1% to 10.4%, while the 25-34 cohort increased from 8.7% to 9.9%. The 65-74 cohort declined from 17.7% to 16.1%, and the 45-54 group dropped from 10.8% to 9.6%. By 2041, Yarrawonga's age composition is expected to shift notably, with the 25-34 group growing by 95% (from 922 to 1,802 people).