Yarriambiack
Statistical Area - sa2

Yarriambiack has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Yarriambiack's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 6,301 people. This figure represents a decrease of 200 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 6,501. The change is inferred from an estimated resident population of 6,291 in June 2024 and six validated new addresses added post-census. This results in a population density of 0.90 persons per square kilometer. Yarriambiack's population decline of 3.1% since the census is comparable to the SA3 area's change of -0.2%. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth in 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 Victoria's State Government Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted using weighted aggregation methods to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. According to these projections, Yarriambiack's population is expected to decrease by 1,891 persons by 2041.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Yarriambiack, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Yarriambiack has averaged approximately 15 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 79 homes. In FY26 so far, 2 approvals have been recorded. The population has fallen during this period, suggesting that new supply is likely keeping pace with demand and offering good choice to buyers. The average expected construction cost value of new dwellings is $305,000.

This financial year has seen $19.5 million in commercial approvals, indicating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to the Rest of Vic., Yarriambiack has around three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 48th percentile nationally, suggesting somewhat limited buyer options while strengthening demand for established dwellings. This is below average nationally, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints. Recent construction comprises 77.0% detached dwellings and 23.0% attached dwellings, maintaining Yarriambiack's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space, marking a significant departure from existing housing patterns which are currently 96.0% houses. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 347 people, reflecting the area's quiet and low activity development environment.

With population projections showing stability or decline, Yarriambiack should see reduced housing demand pressures in the future, benefiting potential buyers.

Yarriambiack has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 37thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 23 projects likely impacting the region. Notable ones include Warracknabeal Energy Park, Donald Rare Earths and Mineral Sands Project, Wimmera Plains Energy Facility, and Longerenong College Facilities Upgrade. The following list details those most relevant.

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While Yarriambiack retains a healthy unemployment rate of 3.0%, recent employment declines have impacted its national performance ranking

Yarriambiack's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs, with prominent essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 3.0% as of June 2025.

The area had 2,811 residents employed while its unemployment rate was 0.8% lower than Rest of Vic.'s rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation in Yarriambiack was significantly lower at 49.4%, compared to Rest of Vic.'s 57.4%. Leading employment industries were agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Agriculture, forestry & fishing had notably high representation, with employment levels 3.8 times the regional average.

Conversely, construction showed lower representation at 5.5%, compared to the regional average of 10.4%. The area appeared to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by Census working population vs resident population data for the period June 2024 to June 2025. During this time, labour force decreased by 4.2% and employment declined by 3.0%, resulting in a fall of 1.1 percentage points in unemployment rate. In contrast, Rest of Vic.'s employment contracted by 0.9%, labour force fell by 0.4%, and unemployment rose by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 projected national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Yarriambiack's employment mix suggested local growth of approximately 5.8% over five years and 12.8% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

In financial year 2022, Yarriambiack had a median taxpayer income of $47,126 and an average income of $64,349, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of postcode level ATO data. Nationally, the median was $48,741 and the average was $60,693. By September 2025, estimates suggest a median income of approximately $52,857 and an average of $72,174, based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.16%. The 2021 Census places Yarriambiack's household, family, and personal incomes between the 7th and 15th percentiles nationally. In Yarriambiack, 29.8% of locals (1,877 people) earn between $400 - $799, differing from the regional pattern where 30.3% earn between $1,500 - $2,999. Despite modest housing costs allowing for 94.1% income retention, total disposable income ranks at only the 17th percentile nationally.

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

In Yarriambiack, as per the latest Census, 96.1% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 4.0% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This compares to Non-Metro Vic.'s figures of 93.0% houses and 6.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Yarriambiack stood at 59.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 23.4% and rented ones at 17.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $672, lower than Non-Metro Vic.'s average of $1,043 and significantly below the national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Yarriambiack was $166, compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s $215 and substantially lower than the national figure of $375.

Yarriambiack features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 61.6% of all households, including 19.3% couples with children, 32.6% couples without children, and 8.9% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 38.4%, with lone person households at 36.5% and group households making up 1.9% of the total. The median household size is 2.1 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Vic. average of 2.2.

Yarriambiack faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 13.2%, significantly lower than Victoria's average of 33.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.5%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.2%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.5%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 39.6% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 10.8% and certificates at 28.8%. Educational participation is high, with 25.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 9.8% in primary, 8.9% in secondary, and 1.8% in tertiary education.

There are 14 schools serving 885 students, with typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 966) indicating balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix includes 9 primary, 2 secondary, and 3 K-12 schools. Note that for schools with 'n/a' 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

Yarriambiack has 31 active public transport stops operating within its boundaries. These stops are serviced by 18 different bus routes that collectively provide 71 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as limited, with residents typically located 991 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 10 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 2 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Yarriambiack faces notable health challenges, with various conditions affecting both younger and older residents. The private health cover rate stands at approximately 52%, covering around 3,270 people, which is higher than the average SA2 area's 48.8% across Rest of Vic.

Arthritis and mental health issues are the most prevalent medical conditions, impacting 13.2 and 9.9% of residents respectively. Conversely, 55.7% of residents report having no medical ailments, compared to 61.2% in Rest of Vic. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 30.2% (1,901 people), compared to the 25.2% in Rest of Vic. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors perform better than the general population in health metrics.

The latest Census data sees Yarriambiack placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Yarriambiack showed lower cultural diversity, with 89.8% citizens, 92.6% born in Australia, and 96.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 57.4%, compared to 51.6% regionally. Ancestry wise, Australian (34.7%), English (31.2%), and Scottish (8.7%) were top groups.

Notably, German (7.3%) and Irish (8.4%) were relatively more represented than the regional averages of 6.6% and 8.1%, respectively.

Yarriambiack ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

The median age in Yarriambiack is 52 years, which is significantly higher than Rest of Vic.'s average of 43 years, and also notably above the national norm of 38 years. Compared to the Rest of Vic. average, the 65-74 age cohort is over-represented at 16.6% in Yarriambiack, while the 45-54 year-olds are under-represented at 9.2%. This concentration of the 65-74 cohort is well above the national average of 9.4%. Between 2021 and the present, the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 8.7% to 10.1%, while the 65 to 74 cohort increased from 15.3% to 16.6%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 11.3% to 9.2%, and the 5 to 14 age group dropped from 11.1% to 9.7%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Yarriambiack, with the 85+ cohort showing the strongest projected growth at -18%, adding approximately 45 residents to reach around 200. In contrast, population declines are projected for the 85+ and 0 to 4 age cohorts.