Bonbeach (Vic.)

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According to evaluations of ABS demographics for the broader region alongside address registries confirmed by Districts post-Census, the suburb of Bonbeach has an estimated population of 7,098 as of May 2026. This indicates a rise of 243 people (3.5%) from the 6,855 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. The updated figure is derived from a resident headcount of 7,080 calculated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus 79 new validated addresses found since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 2,535 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the highest quartile among nationwide spots assessed by Districts. In the last ten years, the suburb of Bonbeach has shown steady growth with a compound annual rate of 0.9%, which is faster than the surrounding SA3. Overseas migration was the primary driver of this growth, accounting for approximately 86.0% of the recent population increase.

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The suburb of Bonbeach has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in key service industries, an unemployment rate of 6.4%, and consistent employment numbers over the past year based on compiled statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 3,794 employed residents, with the unemployment rate standing 1.6% above the 4.8% average for Greater Melbourne, while the participation rate is slightly below the norm at 67.9% compared to Greater Melbourne's 70.2%. Census records show that a significant 32.7% of working residents performed their jobs from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 restriction periods.

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According to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for the financial year 2023, the median taxpayer income in the suburb of Bonbeach is $64,450, with an average of $77,941. This stands well above the national median and compares to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the financial year 2023, current projections estimate these figures at approximately $70,650 (median) and $85,439 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that personal incomes rank in the 76th percentile ($975 weekly), while household incomes sit in the 51st percentile. Income distribution data shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket is the most common, containing of residents ( people), which matches the wider region where this same bracket accounts for . Housing affordability is under pressure, with residents retaining only of their income, ranking in the th percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile for income.

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Residential structures in the suburb of Bonbeach at the time of the last Census consisted of 38.9% detached houses and 61.1% other housing types, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to Melbourne metro's split of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in the suburb of Bonbeach was close to the Melbourne metro average at 30.8%, while the remaining homes were occupied by mortgagors (39.4%) or tenants (29.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,139 was higher than the Melbourne metro average of $2,000, and the median weekly rent was $391 compared to Melbourne metro's $390. Nationally, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Bonbeach are notably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents also exceed the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 63.7%, consisting of 26.4% couples with children, 26.6% couples without children, and 9.5% single-parent households. Non-family households represent the remaining 36.3%, with single-person households at 33.3% and group households making up 3.2% of the total. The average household size of 2.2 people is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

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The locality presents educational vulnerabilities, with university attainment rates (31.7%) sitting significantly below the 46.0% average of the broader SA4 region. This indicates both a challenge and an opportunity for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 21.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 6.7% and graduate diplomas at 4.0%. Trade and vocational abilities are prominent, with 35.5% of residents aged 15 and older holding vocational credentials, which include advanced diplomas (13.2%) and certificates (22.3%).

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Public transit records show 17 active transit stops operating in the suburb of Bonbeach, consisting of various bus options. These stops are served by 4 unique routes, which provide 1,709 weekly passenger journeys. Transit access is classified as good, with residents living an average of 270 meters from the nearest stop. Because this is mostly a residential neighborhood, the majority of workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 88% and trains accounting for 7%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.1 cars per household, which is below the regional average. A significant 32.7% of residents work from home (2021 Census; likely reflecting pandemic conditions).

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Health indicators demonstrate positive trends for residents of the suburb of Bonbeach, with Districts' review of mortality and medical records indicating outcomes that match national standards, low rates of common illnesses among both youth and senior groups, and a high level of private health insurance held by approximately 58% of the community (~4,087 people).

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The suburb of Bonbeach displays above-average cultural diversity, with 11.8% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 24.1% born outside Australia. Christianity is the dominant religion, accounting for 44.5% of the population. The most prominent religious variance is in Judaism, which makes up 0.5% of the local population compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne.

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The median age of 42 years in the suburb of Bonbeach is notably higher than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 years and older than the national median of 38 years. The 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented at 10.7% compared to Greater Melbourne, while the 25 - 34 cohort is less common at 12.4%. Post-2021 Census figures show the 15 to 24 age bracket grew from 8.2% to 9.5% of the population. In contrast, the 25 to 34 group decreased from 13.8% to 12.4%. Demographic forecasts for 2041 suggest significant changes for the suburb of Bonbeach. Leading this change, the 75 to 84 cohort is projected to expand by ( people), increasing from to . The combined age groups of and older will represent of all population growth, demonstrating the aging trend of the neighborhood. Conversely, the to and to cohorts are projected to see declines in population.

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Bonbeach currently has an estimated 390 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 239 children aged 0-2 and 159 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 5% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 7% by 2041 (to approximately 363 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 619. Birth rates in the area have averaged 12.3 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally).