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Yarriambiack has an estimated 6,295 residents, down 3.2% since the 2021 Census, with 49 projects tracked in the area around Yarriambiack.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Yarriambiack Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 285 kilometres northwest from Melbourne CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at around 6,295 as of Aug 2026, a decrease of 206 people (3.2%) since the 2021 Census count of 6,501 people. This estimate draws on the ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 6,246 as of June 2025 and 191 Validated New Addresses recorded since the Census date.
Yarriambiack is characterised by high outright home ownership, affordable housing options, a strong representation of detached houses, and a low average household size. The area also has above-average children per family and below-average unemployment. Its population includes a high proportion of mature and retirement-aged Australians, with many living alone or as couples without children. Educational attainment and income levels are lower, and population growth remains limited.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 8,114 in 2001 and 6,246 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 6,295 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 17.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $400 - 799, 29.8%.
Yarriambiack ranks in the 68th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 63rd for employment drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Yarriambiack is $305 a week, up 1.7% over 12 months to Sep 2025 and 33% below Regional Vic..
33% below Regional Vic. on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $172 in 2016, $320 in 2025. The latest is to Sep 2025.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $305 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +1.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, houses | $320 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Grampians | $376 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Grampians, over 12 months | +7.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, North West | $409 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, North West, over 12 months | +10.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Regional Vic. | $458 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional Vic., over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, VIC | $560 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, VIC, over 12 months | +4.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
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Status of the 22 tracked applications: 20 approved, 0 under assessment, 2 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 49 projects in and around Yarriambiack, 8 of them under construction.
The Warracknabeal Energy Park is a proposed wind farm located on approximately 26,000 hectares of agricultural land west of Warracknabeal…
A globally significant, long-life open-pit mining and processing operation for critical rare earth elements (neodymium, praseodymium…
Completed $20 million export hay and cereal straw processing facility at the Wimmera Intermodal Freight Terminal precinct in Dooen…
A 312MW wind farm with an integrated 100MW/400MWh battery energy storage system, located on around 3,800 hectares of farming land…
Proposal for a 24-hour unmanned service station with food and drink premises, associated buildings, and signage at 39 Corack Road, Donald.
A residential masterplan for 59 two-storey and three-storey townhouses incorporating a heritage-listed water tower.
A $6.5 million upgrade funded via the Victorian Government Agricultural College Modernisation Program delivering modern student…
A digital agriculture demonstration and training farm at Longerenong College, enabling students and industry to trial and adopt agtech.
A decommissioned tram has arrived at Donald Railway Station to be transformed into a community space, aiming to create a vibrant hub for…
Expansion and relocation of Kooka's Country Cookies to a larger facility in Donald, supported by government funding.
A large-scale wind energy project proposed by ACEN Australia in the Buloke Shire, located on privately owned land between Donald, Birchip…
$2.5 million project to develop 20 new industrial lots at the Wimmera Intermodal Freight Terminal site at Dooen, including street lighting…
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Estimated completion year of the 21 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 4, 2027 8, 2028 4, 2029 2, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 1. 14 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 22 substantial development applications lodged in and around Yarriambiack over the past 5 years, 3 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 4, 2023 9, 2024 5, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 2.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 22 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 31st percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 15 | ABS building approvals | 27th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 20 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Yarriambiack SA2 include: Warracknabeal Energy Park (Under Assessment) and Donald Rare Earths and Mineral Sands Project (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Key infrastructure sectors impacting the Yarriambiack SA2 include Energy and Manufacturing.
While specific investment values are not publicly disclosed for all projects impacting the Yarriambiack SA2, the area shows active development across multiple infrastructure categories within 15km.
With an infrastructure score in the top 40%, the Yarriambiack SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Yarriambiack, placing the area among the bottom 15% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Yarriambiack SA2 area has seen 34 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Yarriambiack SA2's current population of 6,295 has been supported by 15 approvals on average over recent years.
The Yarriambiack SA2 has seen 2.4 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.6 approvals in Regional Vic.. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 390 people in the Yarriambiack SA2, compared to one for every 145 in Regional Vic..
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Yarriambiack SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 15, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the Yarriambiack SA2 has seen 77 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Yarriambiack has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,295 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | -3.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 7th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 6,501 | 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 7,139.58 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Yarriambiack SA2 was estimated to be approximately 6,295 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 6,246 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The yarriambiack sa2 has lost approximately 206 people and shown a 3.17% decrease from the 6,501 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Yarriambiack SA2 is estimated at 0 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Yarriambiack SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.8% per annum.
Population growth in the Yarriambiack SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Yarriambiack ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 52 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 94th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 31.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 18.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 43.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 52 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 16.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 17.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 4.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Yarriambiack SA2 at 52 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 52 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 52 years as at August 2026, Yarriambiack is 9 years older than the Regional Vic. 2021 Census average (43 years) and 14 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Yarriambiack SA2 compared to the Regional Vic. region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 17.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Yarriambiack SA2 compared to the Regional Vic. region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Yarriambiack SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional Vic.. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (4.1% vs 2.9%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.4% of the population in the Yarriambiack SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 31.3% of the population in the Yarriambiack SA2 as at August 2026.
Income figures position the area below 78% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $55,993 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 36th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $80,174 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,099 | 2021 Census, weekly | 7th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $624 | 2021 Census, weekly | 14th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 9.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,485 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 38.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Yarriambiack SA2 is approximately $59,689. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $55,993.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Yarriambiack SA2 is approximately $85,465. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $80,174.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Yarriambiack SA2 is approximately $59,689 compared to $57,266 in Regional Vic.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $55,993 and $53,720 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Yarriambiack SA2 is approximately $85,465 compared to $70,544 in Regional Vic.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $80,174 and $66,176 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Yarriambiack SA2's households (~29.8% / 809 households) is the $400 - 799 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Yarriambiack SA2 is the $400 - 799 group, representing about 29.8% of households. In comparison, Regional Vic.'s largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.3% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Yarriambiack SA2 is $1,099/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Yarriambiack SA2 is $1,485/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Yarriambiack SA2 is $624/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Yarriambiack SA2's median income among taxpayers is $55,993, with an average of $80,174. This is very high nationally, and compares to Regional Vic.'s median of $53,720 and average of $66,176. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.6% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $59,689 (median) and $85,465 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Yarriambiack SA2 is $4,483 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The yarriambiack sa2's disposable income is $4,483 compared to $5,209 for Regional Vic., based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Yarriambiack ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 53.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,781 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 6,103 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,863 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Yarriambiack SA2 has approximately 2,781 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.9%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Yarriambiack SA2 stands at 2.9%, which is 0.9 percentage points below Regional Vic.'s rate of 3.8%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Yarriambiack SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are agriculture, forestry & fishing (28.4% of employment), health care & social assistance (20.4%), and education & training (8.4%). These three sectors alone account for 57.2% of local employment, indicating significant concentration. Other significant employers include retail trade and construction.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Yarriambiack SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional Vic. saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Yarriambiack SA2 is 53.5%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional Vic. average of 61.1%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The yarriambiack sa2 shows notable specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which employs 28.4% of the local workforce compared to 7.5% across Regional Vic.. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 3.8, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The yarriambiack sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 1.5% decline, ranking 24th out of 37 regions nationally.
Yarriambiack faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 13.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 28.8% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 47.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 25.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
13.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Yarriambiack SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.7% in Regional Vic..
47.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Yarriambiack SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 40.4% in Regional Vic..
The yarriambiack sa2 ranks in the 24th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Yarriambiack SA2 are: Certificate (28.8%), Advanced Diploma (10.8%), Bachelor Degree (9.5%).
25.8% of the population in the Yarriambiack SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.8% in primary school, 8.9% in secondary school, 1.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Yarriambiack SA2 is 966, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 14 schools within the Yarriambiack SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 885 students.
The yarriambiack sa2 includes 9 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 3 combined schools.
Yarriambiack features high concentrations of lone person households and couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional Vic.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.1 people | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 36.5% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 19.3% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 32.6% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,718 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,632 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 61.6% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.2 per family | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Yarriambiack SA2 had 2,718 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has decreased by approximately 3.2% to an estimated 2,632 households today.
The average household size in the Yarriambiack SA2 is 2.1 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional Vic. and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 61.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (36.5%), group households (1.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,674 family households, couples with children account for 19.3% of all households, couples without children at home 32.6%, and single parent families 8.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Vic., the Yarriambiack SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 36.5% (versus 29.3% in Regional Vic.). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 61.6% compared to 67.8% in Regional Vic.. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Yarriambiack SA2 have an average of 2.2 children, slightly above the Regional Vic. average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 49.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 28.6% have never married. This compares to 46.3% married and 34.0% never married across Regional Vic..
Single-person households represent 36.5% of all households in the Yarriambiack SA2, higher than the average for Regional Vic. of 29.3%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.9% of households, below the Regional Vic. average of 2.9%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.8% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.8% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 92.6% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
Yarriambiack was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 89.8% of its population being citizens, 92.6% born in Australia, and 96.8% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Yarriambiack was found to be Christianity, which makes up 57.4% of people in Yarriambiack. This compares to 47.3% across Regional Vic..
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Yarriambiack are Australian, comprising 34.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than Regional Vic.'s 29.6%, English, comprising 31.2% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 8.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: German is notably overrepresented at 7.3% of Yarriambiack (vs 3.5% across Regional Vic.) and Irish at 8.4% (vs 9.7%).
7.4% of the Yarriambiack SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.2% across Regional Vic..
3.2% of the population in the Yarriambiack SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.6% in Regional Vic..
1.3% of the Yarriambiack SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Regional Vic..
89.8% of the Yarriambiack SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 88.6% in Regional Vic..
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Yarriambiack is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 17.0% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 59.6% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 96.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $672 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 4th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 23.4% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $166 | 2021 Census, weekly | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 15.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 9th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 14.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 3rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Yarriambiack SA2, 59.6% of homes are owned outright, 23.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 17.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 96.1% of dwellings in the Yarriambiack SA2 are houses.
In the Yarriambiack SA2, 0.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 2.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Yarriambiack SA2 stands at 59.6%, compared to 40.9% in Regional Vic..
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Yarriambiack SA2 is $672, compared to $1,430 in Regional Vic..
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Yarriambiack SA2 is $279, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Yarriambiack SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 14.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 15.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Yarriambiack SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Yarriambiack SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 14.1% of income on repayments (vs 23.8% in Regional Vic.), while renters spend 15.1% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Regional Vic.).
The dwelling mix in the Yarriambiack SA2 consists of 96.1% detached houses, 2.1% semi-detached dwellings, 0.6% apartments, and 1.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Yarriambiack consumes approximately 5.9% of median household income ($4,759 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Yarriambiack show attached dwellings contributing 18% of approvals compared to 4% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 82% of applications versus 96% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Yarriambiack is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 57.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 68th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 55.7% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 66.3% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
Around 57.1% of people in the Yarriambiack SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 50.8% in Regional Vic..
In the Yarriambiack SA2, 9.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.9% of people in Regional Vic. require similar assistance.
9.8% of people in the Yarriambiack SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.7% of the population across Regional Vic. is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.9% of the Yarriambiack SA2 population, while in Regional Vic., 4.6% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.4% of people in the Yarriambiack SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional Vic.,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Yarriambiack SA2, 57.1% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Vic. sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 50.8%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 27 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 27th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 31 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 29th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 53 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 7th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 202 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 8 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 14.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 31 public transport stops within the Yarriambiack SA2.
The Yarriambiack SA2 has 53 weekly trips across 8 routes, averaging 7 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 991 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 4.1 km away and the nearest child care centre 5.4 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 31 stops nearby, 53 weekly trips, access rating 27 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 19 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 19th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 4.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 5.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 6.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 6.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest hospital | 9.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 12.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 14.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 24.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 60.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 63.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 63.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Yarriambiack, placing the area among the bottom 15% of areas assessed nationally.
Yarriambiack has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 32% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Yarriambiack is $305 a week, +1.7% over 12 months to Sep 2025.
Yarriambiack has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
Yarriambiack ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
Income figures position the area below 78% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch assessment positions Yarriambiack ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
Yarriambiack faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Yarriambiack features high concentrations of lone person households and couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional Vic.
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 is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Yarriambiack is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Yarriambiack has an estimated 6,295 residents, down 3.2% since the 2021 Census, with 49 projects tracked in the area around Yarriambiack.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Yarriambiack.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2025, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2025. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (215011394). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
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AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jul 2025) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Yarriambiack from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Yarriambiack with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.