Yarriambiack

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

Yarriambiack's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 6,301. This figure represents a decrease of 200 people from the 2021 Census total of 6,501, indicating a drop of 3.1%. The change is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 6,291 in June 2024 and six additional validated addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 0.90 persons per square kilometer. Yarriambiack's decline rate of -3.1% is close to the SA3 area average (-0.2%), suggesting similar population trends across the region. 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 VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusting using weighted aggregation methods to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. According to these projections, Yarriambiack's population is expected to decrease by 1,891 persons by the year 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. As of FY26, 3 approvals have been recorded. The area's population decline during this period suggests that new supply has likely kept pace with demand, providing good options for buyers. New dwellings are developed at an average cost of $305,000.

This financial year has seen $19.5 million in commercial approvals, indicating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to the rest of Victoria, Yarriambiack has around three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 47th percentile nationally, suggesting 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. This marks a significant shift from existing housing patterns (currently 96.0% houses), suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs.

The estimated population per dwelling approval is 347 people, reflecting the area's quiet, low activity development environment. With stable or declining population projections, Yarriambiack should see reduced housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers.

Yarriambiack has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 34thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 23 projects likely affecting 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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The employment environment in Yarriambiack shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Yarriambiack's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs with prominent essential services sectors. As of September 2025, the unemployment rate is 2.1%.

Residents in work total 2,826, with an unemployment rate 1.6% lower than Rest of Vic.'s 3.8%, but workforce participation lags at 49.4% compared to Rest of Vic.'s 57.4%. Key employment industries include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Agriculture, forestry & fishing is notably concentrated with levels at 3.8 times the regional average. Conversely, construction shows lower representation at 5.5% versus the regional average of 10.4%.

The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census working population vs resident population comparison. Between September 2024 and September 2025, labour force decreased by 4.3%, employment declined by 1.8%, resulting in unemployment rate falling by 2.4 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of Vic. saw employment contract by 0.7%, labour force fall by 0.6%, and unemployment rise marginally. State-wide data to 25-Nov-25 shows VIC employment grew by 1.13% year-on-year, adding 41,950 jobs, with state unemployment rate at 4.7%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project national growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between sectors. Applying these projections to Yarriambiack's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.8% over five years and 12.8% over ten years.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022, Yarriambiack SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $47,126 with an average level standing at $64,349. This was approximately average nationally and compared to levels of $48,741 and $60,693 across Rest of Vic. respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.16% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $52,857 (median) and $72,174 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Yarriambiack all fell between the 7th and 14th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile showed that the predominant cohort spanned 29.8% of locals (1,877 people) in the $400 - $799 category, differing from patterns across the region where $1,500 - $2,999 dominated with 30.3%. While housing costs were modest with 94.1% of income retained, the total disposable income ranked at just the 16th 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 evaluation, 96.1% of dwellings were houses, with 4.0% being other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, or 'other' dwellings. This compares to Non-Metro Vic.'s 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, significantly lower than Non-Metro Vic.'s average of $1,043 and the national average of $1,863. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent in Yarriambiack was $166, substantially below Non-Metro Vic.'s $215 and 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%. The median household size is 2.1 people, 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 them, including advanced diplomas (10.8%) and certificates (28.8%). Educational participation is high at 25.8%, with 9.8% in primary education, 8.9% in secondary education, and 1.8% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 25.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.8% in primary education, 8.9% in secondary education, and 1.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis indicates 31 active stops operating within Yarriambiack. These are served by a mix of buses via 18 routes, offering 71 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is limited, with residents typically located 991 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 10 trips per day across all routes, resulting in 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

In Yarriambiack, significant health issues are prevalent, affecting various age groups. The private health insurance coverage rate stands at approximately 52%, with around 3,270 people insured, compared to Victoria's SA2 average of 48.8%.

Common medical conditions include arthritis (13.2%) and mental health issues (9.9%). Conversely, 55.7% of residents reported having no medical ailments, compared to 61.2% in the rest of Victoria. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 30.2% (1,901 people), than the state average of 25.2%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors are challenging but perform better than the general population's 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 had a cultural diversity score below average, with 89.8% of its population being citizens, 92.6% born in Australia, and 96.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Yarriambiack, accounting for 57.4% of people, compared to 51.6% across Rest of Vic. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (34.7%), English (31.2%), and Scottish (8.7%).

Notably, German ethnicity was overrepresented at 7.3%, versus 6.6% regionally, and Irish ethnicity was also slightly higher at 8.4%, compared to 8.1%.

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 well above the national norm of 38 years. Compared to Rest of Vic., the cohort aged 65-74 is notably over-represented at 16.6% in Yarriambiack, while those aged 45-54 are under-represented at 9.2%. This concentration of the 65-74 age group is well above the national average of 9.4%. Between 2021 and present, the population share of those aged 35 to 44 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 age group 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 Yarriambiack in the year 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes, with the strongest projected growth in the 85+ cohort at -18%, adding approximately -45 residents to reach around 200. In contrast, population declines are projected for the 0 to 4 and 85+ cohorts.