Yea

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

Yea's population is approximately 4,422 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 240 people, a rise of 5.7% since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 4,182. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 4,348 in June 2024 and an additional 110 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3.0 persons per square kilometer. Yea's growth rate of 5.7% since the 2021 census exceeds the SA4 region's growth rate of 5.4%, indicating it as a growth leader within the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 87.2% of overall population gains 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 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. Future trends predict exceptional growth, placing Yea in the top 10 percent of Australian non-metropolitan areas. By 2041, the area is expected to increase by 2,236 persons based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an overall increase of 48.9% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Yea among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Yea has experienced approximately 34 dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling 171 homes. As of FY26, 12 approvals have been recorded. On average, each dwelling built between FY21 and FY25 attracted 2.6 new residents annually, indicating strong demand that supports property values. The average construction cost value for new homes is $358,000.

This year has seen $1.7 million in commercial approvals, suggesting minimal commercial development activity. Yea maintains similar construction rates per person compared to the rest of Victoria, preserving market equilibrium with surrounding areas. All new constructions have been standalone homes, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers.

With around 173 people per approval, Yea reflects a low-density area. Population forecasts indicate Yea will gain 2,160 residents by 2041, potentially leading to housing supply lagging behind population growth if current construction levels persist. This could intensify buyer competition and underpin price growth.

Yea has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 33rdth percentile nationally

Area infrastructure significantly impacts local performance. AreaSearch has identified four projects expected to influence the area: Donnybrook-Woodstock Precinct Structure Plan, Seymour Community Wellbeing Hub, Haven Seymour, and Inland Rail Beveridge to Albury. The following details these key projects:.

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Employment drivers in Yea are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Yea has a skilled workforce with an unemployment rate of 4.9%. As of September 2025, it had 2,063 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.1% higher than Rest of Vic.'s rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation was at 50.9%, compared to Rest of Vic.'s 57.4%. Employment is concentrated in agriculture, forestry & fishing, construction, and health care & social assistance. Agriculture, forestry & fishing has particularly high representation, with employment levels at 2.2 times the regional average. However, health care & social assistance is under-represented, with only 11.3% of Yea's workforce compared to 16.8% in Rest of Vic..

The area may have limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by a decrease in labour force and employment from September 2024 to September 2025. During this period, the labour force decreased by 1.4%, and employment fell by 1.9%, leading to an unemployment rate increase of 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of Vic. saw employment fall by 0.7% and a marginal rise in unemployment. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows VIC employment grew by 1.13% year-on-year, with the state unemployment rate at 4.7%. National forecasts suggest employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Yea's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 5.6% over five years and 12.1% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

AreaSearch reports that Yea SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $43,128 and an average income of $54,672 in the financial year 2022. These figures are lower than national averages, which were $48,741 and $60,693 respectively for Rest of Vic. By September 2025, estimates suggest median incomes will be approximately $48,372 and average incomes around $61,320, based on a 12.16% growth in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Yea fall between the 14th and 16th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile shows that 27.7% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually. Housing costs are modest, with 87.2% of income retained after expenses. Total disposable income ranks at the 19th percentile nationally, and Yea's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

In Yea, as per the latest Census evaluation, 98.1% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 1.9% being other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This compares to Non-Metro Vic.'s 93.6% houses and 6.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Yea stood at 53.0%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 33.2% and rented dwellings making up 13.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,500, aligning with Non-Metro Vic.'s average, while the median weekly rent was $300, compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s $280. Nationally, Yea's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 65.5% of all households, including 20.2% couples with children, 35.8% couples without children, and 9.1% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 34.5%, with lone person households at 31.8% and group households comprising 2.6%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Vic. average of 2.3.

Yea shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

The area's university qualification rate was 19.6%, significantly lower than Victoria's average of 33.4%. Bachelor degrees were the most common at 13.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials were prevalent, with 43.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (12.9%) and certificates (30.9%). Educational participation was high, with 27.6% currently enrolled in formal education, comprising primary (10.2%), secondary (9.0%), and tertiary (2.5%) levels.

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.2% in primary education, 9.0% in secondary education, and 2.5% 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 shows ten active public transport stops in Yea, with a mix of bus services. Six unique routes serve these stops, offering 54 weekly passenger trips collectively. Transport accessibility is rated limited, with residents typically located 702 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages seven trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately five weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Health data shows significant challenges in Yea, with high prevalence of common health conditions across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover rate is very low at approximately 47% (2,087 people), compared to 49.6% in Rest of Vic., and the national average of 55.3%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (12.5%) and mental health issues (8.7%).

61.0% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 63.0% in Rest of Vic. Yea has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 30.0% (1,328 people), compared to 25.2% in Rest of Vic.. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, better than the general population's health metrics.

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

Yea's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 84.7% of its population being citizens, 87.6% born in Australia, and 95.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion in Yea, comprising 46.8% of people. Judaism was overrepresented, making up 0.2% compared to 0.1% across Rest of Vic..

The top three ancestry groups were English (33.5%), Australian (29.3%), and Scottish (10.5%). Notably, Irish (10.4%) and New Zealand (0.8%) ethnicities were overrepresented in Yea compared to regional averages. Dutch ethnicity was slightly underrepresented at 1.4% versus 1.5%.

Yea ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Yea has a median age of 53, which is considerably higher than the Rest of Vic.'s figure of 43 and substantially exceeds the national norm of 38. Compared to Rest of Vic., Yea has a higher concentration of residents aged 65-74 (17.6%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (7.8%). This 65-74 concentration is well above the national figure of 9.4%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the 25 to 34 age group has grown from 6.9% to 7.8% of Yea's population. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 18.7% to 17.3%, and the 5 to 14 age group has dropped from 9.8% to 8.7%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Yea's age structure. Notably, the 25 to 34 age group is projected to grow by 106%, reaching 712 people from its current level of 344.