1.Peppercorn Hill Estate
Completed 2029
Residential Development
CompletedNew residential community by Satterley Property Group offering townhomes and house-and-land packages adjacent to Botanic Ridge Village.
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Greater Melbourne / Casey - South
$612
Median rent / wk
Period ending Sep 2025
+1.3%
Rent growth / yr
Period ending Sep 2025
7,326
People
17 Jul 2026
+8.7%
Growth since 2021
Census
13
For sale now
indexed listings
Data sourcesABSDFFH Rental ReportACARARefreshed July 2026
ABS QuickStats SAL20307How we calculate this
How figures are calculatedFigures are extracted from the sources listed here at the observation date shown, and displayed unchanged. Rank bars use the profile's score out of 10 where one exists. Missing values are shown as unavailable — never estimated or back-filled.
Suburb (SAL) analysis
This analysis uses Suburb (SAL) boundaries, which can differ from Statistical Areas (SA2) even when they share the same name. SAL 20307.
7,326
People
est. as @ 17 Jul 2026
2021 Census | 6,739 people
6.16 km²
Land area
1,189.3 /km²
Density
0.6%
Unemployment
48 /yr
Resi approvals
Located 45 kilometers southeast of the Melbourne CBD, the suburb of Botanic Ridge offers a tranquil, family-friendly setting characterized by modern residential estates, generous parklands, and nature reserves. Designed to balance convenience and natural beauty, the area is serviced by essential shopping precincts, medical facilities, and highly regarded educational institutions, establishing a secure and tight-knit community for young professionals and growing families. The local economy is supported by major infrastructure developments and project investments, driving strong demand and giving the suburb one of the country's most robust population growth profiles. Demographic data highlights a highly youthful and affluent resident base, with a notable presence of residents in the 35 to 44 age bracket and a high proportion of children aged 0 to 4. As of May 2026, the estimated resident population of the suburb of Botanic Ridge is approximately 7,326, which represents an increase of 587 people (8.7%) from the 6,739 residents recorded during the 2021 Census. This growth profile is supported by exceptionally low unemployment, high projected industry employment growth, above-average median household incomes, and a strong presence of family households with mortgages. The latest population estimate is derived from yearly SA2-level estimated resident population data and quarterly national address database updates.
Estimated residents are up from 6,739 at the 2021 Census — a change of 587 people, or 8.7%.
Districts View
Data to 17 Jul 2026Population growth
Botanic Ridge ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for population growth, with the population up +8.7% since the 2021 Census.
Forecast demand
Official forecasts point to an additional 1,061 residents by 2041 — growth of 14.5% on the current estimated population.
Infrastructure pipeline
8 major projects are tracked in and around Botanic Ridge, and infrastructure activity ranks in the 82nd percentile nationally.
Employment outlook
Industry-weighted employment growth of 6.3% is forecast over the next five years based on the local industry mix.
Limited public transport access
Botanic Ridge ranks in the 20th percentile nationally for transport & access (score 2/10).
Car-dependent locations can appeal to a narrower tenant pool and are more exposed to fuel and commuting costs.
Below-average amenity provision
Botanic Ridge ranks in the 17th percentile nationally for amenities (score 1.7/10).
Thin local amenity can cap price premiums relative to better-serviced neighbouring suburbs.
Districts' reading of national rankings, Census change and the tracked project pipeline for Botanic Ridge. Each line cites its evidence; this is interpretation, not advice. The Investment Report PDF is the long form of this thesis.
Sales activity
Data to 17 Jul 2026No market glance has been ingested for this suburb yet. Recorded sales below come from Districts property records where indexed.
Residential supply
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Districts assessment of residential approval activity sees Botanic Ridge among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide
Detail
Districts evaluations of ABS building figures show that the suburb of Botanic Ridge averages about 48 residential approvals annually, accumulating to an estimated 241 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. In FY-26 to date, 33 approvals have been logged. With an average of 4.3 people moving to the area per built dwelling between FY-21 and FY-25, demand remains ahead of new supply, which tends to elevate prices and buyer competition, while new properties average a construction value of $372,000. Additionally, commercial approvals have reached $17.6 million this financial year, showing ongoing business investment.
In comparison to Greater Melbourne, the suburb of Botanic Ridge experiences substantially quieter building volumes (51.0% below the metropolitan per capita average). This limited flow of new properties typically supports the value of existing homes. The approved construction is made up of 96.0% stand-alone houses and 4.0% townhomes or units, preserving a suburban landscape centered around family residences. With approximately 313 people per approval, the suburb of Botanic Ridge is showing signs of a changing market.
Looking forward, the suburb of Botanic Ridge is projected to add 1,061 residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly figures from Districts. Based on current building trends, incoming housing options are likely to accommodate this growth comfortably, offering positive conditions for purchasers and potentially allowing population gains to exceed current projections.
Districts' assessment of the Casey LGA register has identified no substantial development applications lodged in Botanic Ridge over the past 5 years.
0 applications in the profile extract.
Recent Development Approvals by Type
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Botanic Ridge | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest FY Approvals | 45 | 46,344 | 185,138 |
| Current FY-to-Date Approvals | 33 | 39,880 | 184,871 |
| –Detached House Approvals | 45/94.8% | 19,891/55.0% | 89,436/61.9% |
| –Attached/Other Approvals | 2/5.2% | 16,302/45.0% | 55,043/38.1% |
| Average Annual Approvals | 48 | 46,055 | 188,882 |
| Total 5-Year Approvals | 241 | 230,275 | 944,410 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (2yr) | 3.2 | 8.2 | 6.5 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (5yr) | 7.2 | 9 | 7.2 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (2yr) | 7.5 | 2.6 | 2.8 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (5yr) | 4.3 | 1.6 | 2.1 |
| Persons per Approval | 312 | 125 | 158 |
| Residential Value per Unit | 372 | 367 | 342 |
| Commercial Development Value | 17,550 | 17,870,380 | 105,080,908 |
| Development Drivers Ranking | 74 | 94 | 100 |
Project pipeline
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Botanic Ridge has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally
Detail
Local performance is strongly tied to infrastructure changes, developments, and zoning adjustments. Districts has identified 8 key projects poised to influence the locality. Notable projects include the Cranbourne West Precinct Structure Plan, Brompton Estate, Botanic Ridge Secondary College, and the Brompton Lodge Precinct Structure Plan, with details provided on those of highest relevance.
Residential Development
CompletedNew residential community by Satterley Property Group offering townhomes and house-and-land packages adjacent to Botanic Ridge Village.
Retail
CompletedBotanic Ridge Village is a community shopping centre built to service the fast-growing suburb of Botanic Ridge. It features a full-line Coles supermarket, Liquorland, and convenient specialty retailers offering fresh food choices, eateries, health services, and community facilities. The centre opened on 18 May 2022 and serves as a focal point for the local community.
Source 1 for Botanic Ridge Village Shopping Centre (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Botanic Ridge Village Shopping Centre (opens in new tab)
Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
ConstructionThe Cranbourne West Precinct Structure Plan is a 791-hectare framework guiding the transformation of Melbourne's south-east into a mixed-use community. As of 2026, the project is in advanced construction with multiple residential estates active and ongoing infrastructure delivery. The plan facilitates approximately 8,500 dwellings and up to 16,000 jobs, supported by regional transport upgrades and new local town centres.
Source 1 for Cranbourne West Precinct Structure Plan (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Cranbourne West Precinct Structure Plan (opens in new tab)
Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
ApprovedA framework for the future urban development of the Brompton Lodge area in Cranbourne South, outlining the planned land use, infrastructure, and community facilities for the new neighborhood.
Source for Brompton Lodge Precinct Structure Plan (opens in new tab)
Residential Development
Completed325-hectare masterplanned community developed by Bayport, featuring over 1400 homes, lush green open spaces, wetlands, recreational reserves, and 10km of walking trails. Located between the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne and Settlers Run Golf & Country Club, offering a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle with convenient access to amenities.
Source 1 for Botanic Ridge Estate (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Botanic Ridge Estate (opens in new tab)
8 projects tracked around Botanic Ridge (Vic.), in the source's significance order. Stages and reference links are as published by the source.
On the market now
Data to 17 Jul 2026$679,000–$739,000
House · 4 bed · 309m² land
Listed 30 June 2026
$738,200
House For Sale · 4 bed · 350m² land
Listed 5 Mar 2025
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 4 bed · 399m² land
Listed 2 Feb 2026
$895,000–$940,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 452m² land
Listed 15 Apr 2026
$830,000–$910,000
House For Sale · 5 bed · 448m² land
Listed 22 June 2026
$830,000–$910,000
House For Sale · 5 bed · 448m² land
Listed 24 June 2026
$1,060,000–$1,166,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 545m² land
Listed 10 July 2026
$865,000–$920,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 400m² land
Listed 25 July 2026
$879,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 490m² land
Listed 29 July 2026
$760,000–$820,000
House For Sale · 3 bed · 500m² land
Listed 10 Aug 2026
$750,000–$825,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 336m² land
Listed 26 Aug 2026
$1,150,000–$1,250,000
House · 4 bed · 576m² land
Listed 27 Aug 2026
Price not recorded
House · 4 bed · 900m² land
Listed 13 July 2026
From indexed listing events. Districts records what the listing publishes — asks and attributes are the agent's, not a valuation.
Properties
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Address | Price | Sold | Type | Beds | Baths | Cars | Land | $/m² land |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 botanic ridge blvd, botanic ridge, VIC, 3977 | $1.5M | 8 Feb 2026 | House | 5 | 2 | 6 | 1,000m² | $1,500 |
Source: Districts property records · 1 in 2026 · 232 recorded sales in total
Other indexed properties in Botanic Ridge with no sale record in Districts yet.
Nearby
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Suburb | Distance | People | Median | Growth | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botanic Ridge | — | 7,326 | — | — | — |
| Cranbourne South | 2.3 km | 4,013 | — | — | — |
| Junction Village | 2.4 km | 1,794 | — | — | — |
| Devon Meadows | 3.7 km | 1,767 | — | — | — |
| Cranbourne | 4.7 km | 23,075 | — | — | — |
| Cranbourne East | 4.7 km | 28,813 | — | — | — |
| Cranbourne West | 4.8 km | 25,943 | — | — | — |
| Clyde (Vic.) | 6.3 km | 19,089 | — | — | — |
| Langwarrin | 6.4 km | 24,407 | — | — | — |
| Pearcedale | 6.6 km | 4,055 | — | — | — |
| Skye (Vic.) | 7.1 km | 8,335 | — | — | — |
| Cranbourne North | 7.9 km | 26,019 | — | — | — |
| Clyde North | 8.4 km | 47,259 | — | — | — |
| Lyndhurst (Vic.) | 8.6 km | 9,066 | — | — | — |
| Sandhurst | 8.6 km | 5,301 | — | — | — |
| Carrum Downs | 8.9 km | 23,631 | — | — | — |
| Lynbrook | 10.0 km | 10,461 | — | — | — |
Market columns show — where a nearby suburb has not been ingested yet.
Very low unemployment
Above-average median household income
Strong mortgage holder representation
High industry employment forecasts
Notable 35 to 44yo presence
Elevated proportion 0 to 4yo
Rapid growth area - recent expansion in the top 10% of locations compared nationally
Top quartile expectations for future population growth
Development approval activity in recent years well below historic averages
Population growth relative to development approval activity among the highest in the nation
One of the lowest unemployment rates in the country
Population Growth
9.5
Density
5.5
Development Activity
7.4
Employment Drivers
9.5
Infrastructure Drivers
8.2
Education
6.2
Amenities
1.7
Transport & Access
Demographics
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Botanic Ridge lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to Districts analysis of short and medium-term trends
Detail
According to ABS population updates processed for the wider region and address checks by Districts post-Census, the suburb of Botanic Ridge has a resident count of approximately 7,326 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 587 people (8.7%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 6,739 people. This shift is calculated from a resident base of 7,124, determined by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) along with 158 verified new addresses added since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 1,189 persons per square kilometer, which is consistent with typical benchmarks across Districts analysed areas. Throughout the previous decade, the suburb of Botanic Ridge has shown steady expansion with a 7.0% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the SA3 region. The population increase was mostly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 77.0% of total gains, though natural growth and overseas arrivals also contributed positively.
Employment
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Districts analysis of employment trends sees Botanic Ridge performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia
Detail
A highly trained workforce resides in the suburb of Botanic Ridge, particularly within building and construction, alongside an unemployment rate of only 0.6%, according to statistical area data. As of March 2026, 2,474 local residents are employed, and the unemployment rate sits 4.2% lower than the Greater Melbourne level of 4.8%, while participation in the labour force is quite low (53.7% compared to 70.2% across Greater Melbourne). Census returns indicate a moderate 22.6% of the workforce operated from home, though pandemic restrictions during that period should be kept in mind.
The primary employment sectors for local workers are construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Construction is especially prominent, showing a worker concentration times the metropolitan average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented at compared to across the region. The largely residential character of the suburb of Botanic Ridge suggests local jobs are relatively scarce, as shown by comparing the count of local workers to the resident population.
Income
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by Districts
Detail
Based on the latest postcode ATO statistics for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Botanic Ridge earn a median income of $61,127 and an average of $68,646. This sits slightly above the national benchmark, compared to a median of $57,688 and average of $75,164 for Greater Melbourne. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index rise of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would point to roughly $67,007 (median) and $75,250 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Botanic Ridge in the 85th to 91st percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket contains 44.5% of residents (3,260 people) earning $1,500 - mirroring the regional pattern where this group comprises of the population. Financial strength is shown by the of households earning more than weekly, which assists local spending. Residential costs take up of earnings, yet strong wages keep disposable income at the th percentile, placing the area in the th decile of the SEIFA index.
Housing stock
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Botanic Ridge is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region
Detail
According to the last Census, residential options in the suburb of Botanic Ridge consisted of 95.9% houses and 4.1% other options like townhouses or apartments, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative dwellings across metropolitan Melbourne. The level of home ownership was lower than the Melbourne average at 17.0%, with the remaining properties occupied by people with a mortgage (70.6%) or renters (12.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the Melbourne metro average at $2,200, while the median weekly rent was $404, compared to metropolitan averages of $2,000 and $390. Across the nation, mortgage outlays in the suburb of Botanic Ridge are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also higher than the national figure of $375.
Households
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Botanic Ridge features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size
Detail
Families make up 91.2% of households, consisting of couples with children at 54.5%, couples without children at 27.3%, and single parents at 8.8%. Non-family households represent the remaining 8.8%, with single-person households at 7.6% and shared houses at 1.3%. The median household occupancy is 3.2 people, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Household Types (Census)
ABS / Districts
Education
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
The educational profile of Botanic Ridge exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics
Detail
The suburb of Botanic Ridge shows lower rates of university completion, with 20.1% of residents holding a degree compared to the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. Among these, bachelor degrees are held by 14.3% of residents, postgraduate qualifications by 3.2%, and graduate diplomas by 2.6%. Technical and trade qualifications are common, with 44.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (15.2%) and certificates (29.5%).
There is strong engagement in learning, with 31.4% of the population enrolled in an educational institution. This is made up of in primary school, in high school, and in higher education.
Amenities
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by Districts, based on counts and proximity analysis
Supermarket
3.1km · score 9
Child Care
1.4km · score 7
GP
2.8km · score 8
Government Services
10km · score 26
Post Office
0km · score 0
Getting around
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Detail
There are 13 active public transport stops within the suburb of Botanic Ridge, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 2 routes, which provide 186 weekly trips. Public transport accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 416 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb of Botanic Ridge is primarily residential, meaning most workers travel outside the area, with private vehicles being the main travel mode for 96% of commuters. Households own an average of 2.0 cars, which is higher than the regional average. Census figures from 2021 show that 22.6% of residents worked from home, which may be related to pandemic restrictions.
The average service frequency amounts to 26 trips per day across all routes, which translates to roughly weekly trips per individual stop.
Healthcare
Data to 17 Jul 2026Data to 2024Districts view
The level of general health in Botanic Ridge is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions
Detail
The suburb of Botanic Ridge displays strong health measures based on chronic illness and mortality statistics, with low rates of common health conditions across both older and younger cohorts, and private health coverage is held by approximately 54% of the population (~3,953 people). This compares to 56.7% for Greater Melbourne.
Asthma and mental health issues are the most frequent diagnoses, affecting 9.1% and 7.7% of residents, respectively, while 75.8% of the population reported no chronic conditions compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Residents aged under 65 show better health outcomes than average. The population aged and over represents of the total ( people), which is below the Greater Melbourne level of . Health indicators for local seniors are highly positive, ranking higher nationally than the overall local population.
Ancestry & language
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Botanic Ridge ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics
Detail
Cultural diversity is below average in the suburb of Botanic Ridge, with 82.8% of residents born in Australia, 91.7% holding citizenship, and 90.0% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the main religious affiliation, representing 39.8% of the population. The most prominent religious variance is Judaism, which accounts for 0.3% of residents compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne.
Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three largest groups in the suburb of Botanic Ridge are Australian at 30.9% (above the metropolitan average of 18.4%), English at 29.0% (above the metropolitan average of ), and Other at (below the metropolitan average of ). Other distinct ethnic representations include Hungarian at (compared to regionally), Dutch at (compared to regionally), and New Zealand at (compared to regionally).
Age structure
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Botanic Ridge hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide
Detail
With a median age of 30 years, the suburb of Botanic Ridge is younger than Greater Melbourne at 37 and Australia at 38. The suburb of Botanic Ridge has a high concentration of children aged 0 - 4 (15.4%) and a low proportion of residents aged 65 - 74 (2.5%) compared to Greater Melbourne. The 0 - 4 cohort is much larger than the national average of 5.5%. Post-2021 Census data reveals that younger arrivals have pulled the median age down by 2.3 years to 30. Significant shifts include the 35 to 44 age bracket growing from 17.2% to 22.7% of the population, and the 0 to 4 group rising from to . Conversely, the to group fell from to and the to group dropped from to . Projections for show changes ahead, with the to group expected to grow the most at , adding residents to total while the to group is projected to shrink by residents.
Child care
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Botanic Ridge was found to possess below average child care supply broadly for children under 5, though with mixed findings across service types as preschool is well-supplied while long day care and out of school hours care appear more constrained.
Detail
Botanic Ridge currently has an estimated 1,128 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 397 children aged 0-2 and 265 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 54% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 28% by 2041 (to approximately 1,444 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 947. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 20.9 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally.
2.0
Income
8.2
Age
1.0
Household Composition
9.5
Housing
5.2
Cultural Diversity
3.8
Health
6.8
Housing Cost
8.1
Rate Sensitivity
0.0
ABS and Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024, using 2022 as a starting point, are used by Districts for each SA2. For areas missing this data, estimations are derived from the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections, scaled from LGA to SA2 using weighted population growth. The age bracket growth rates from these models are also applied to the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic outlooks point to a large increase that places the area in the top national tier, with projections indicating an expansion of 1,263 persons to 2041, representing a total rise of 14.5% over the 16 years.
Annual Population Growth Rates (CAGR) by Period
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Botanic Ridge | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest Population Est. | 7,326 | 5,467,717 | 27,798,796 |
| Growth Since Census | 8.7% | 11.2% | 9.3% |
| Population 2021 Census | 6,739 | 4,917,750 | 25,422,788 |
| Natural Increase | 17.0% | 20.0% | 20.0% |
| Overseas Migration | 6.0% | 80.0% | 80.0% |
| Interstate Migration | 77.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population Forecast Growth (2041) | 14.5% | 27.3% | 19.8% |
| Persons per Square Kilometer | 1,189 | 547 | 3 |
Analyzing data from Salm and the Australian Bureau of Statistics, combined with broader statistical areas, shows that over the 12 months to March 2026, the labour force in the area fell by 18.5 percent while employment dropped by 18.2 percent, which caused the unemployment rate to drop by 0.4 percentage points. This trend is opposite to what happened in Greater Melbourne, where employment increased by 2.1 percent, the labour force grew by 2.3 percent, and unemployment went up by 0.2 percentage points. Forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia regarding national employment, published in May-25, provide additional context for understanding future job demand in Botanic Ridge. These forecasts span five and ten-year timeframes and have been overlaid with local employment data to predict growth trajectories. The national outlook indicates a 6.6 percent rise in employment over five years and a 13.7 percent rise over ten years, though sector-specific growth varies considerably. When these industry projections are applied to the employment structure in Botanic Ridge, the area is expected to see a 6.3 percent increase in employment over five years and a 13.1 percent increase over ten years, with the caveat that this is a basic weighting exercise for demonstration and does not include localized population estimates.
Employment Change (Persons)
DEWR / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Botanic Ridge | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employment | 2,474 | 2,999,459 | 14,651,372 |
| –Construction | 18.0% | 9.7% | 9.3% |
| –Health Care & Social Assistance | 14.7% | 14.2% | 15.2% |
| –Retail Trade | 9.8% | 9.8% | 9.5% |
| Labour Force | 2,488 | 3,149,663 | 15,298,546 |
| Participation Rate | 53.7% | 70.2% | 67.2% |
| Working from Home | 22.6% | 32.6% | 23.9% |
| Unemployment | 0.6% | 4.8% | 4.2% |
| 1Yr Emp. Growth | -18.2% | 2.1% | 1.5% |
| 5Yr Emp. Growth Forecast | 6.3% | 6.6% | 6.5% |
| Employment Drivers Ranking | 95 | 67 | 100 |
Latest Annual Income Estimate
ATO / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Botanic Ridge | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Annual Income Est. | 67,007 | 63,238 | 62,634 |
| Average Annual Income Est. | 75,250 | 82,395 | 80,499 |
| ATO Median Taxable Income | 61,127 | 57,688 | 57,137 |
| ATO Average Taxable Income | 68,646 | 75,164 | 73,435 |
| Median Household Income | 2,552 | 1,901 | 1,746 |
| –$0 to 399 | 36 (1.6%) | 124,775 (6.3%) | 638,312 (6.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 125 (5.5%) | 273,317 (13.8%) | 1,671,771 (16.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 272 (12.0%) | 398,092 (20.1%) | 2,158,104 (21.3%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 1,008 (44.5%) | 649,623 (32.8%) | 3,201,695 (31.6%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 453 (20.0%) | 235,687 (11.9%) | 1,114,514 (11.0%) |
| –$4,000+ | 372 (16.4%) | 299,065 (15.1%) | 1,357,681 (13.4%) |
| Median Family Income | 2,594 | 2,243 | 2,120 |
| –$0 to 399 | 33 (1.6%) | 51,956 (3.7%) | 236,192 (3.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 105 (5.1%) | 126,379 (9.0%) | 758,676 (10.6%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 236 (11.4%) | 263,993 (18.8%) | 1,474,408 (20.6%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 935 (45.2%) | 504,114 (35.9%) | 2,562,321 (35.8%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 439 (21.2%) | 203,611 (14.5%) | 973,396 (13.6%) |
| –$4,000+ | 319 (15.4%) | 254,163 (18.1%) | 1,145,171 (16.0%) |
| Median Personal Income | 1,093 | 841 | 805 |
| –$0 to 399 | 1,313 (17.9%) | 1,470,816 (26.9%) | 7,303,780 (26.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 1,320 (18.0%) | 1,170,091 (21.4%) | 6,526,191 (23.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 2,295 (31.3%) | 1,399,736 (25.6%) | 7,137,153 (25.7%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 2,090 (28.5%) | 1,099,011 (20.1%) | 5,359,808 (19.3%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,499 | 139 (1.9%) | 114,822 (2.1%) | 527,649 (1.9%) |
| –$3,500+ | 169 (2.3%) | 213,241 (3.9%) | 944,215 (3.4%) |
| –Low Income (<$800/wk) | 7.1% | 20.1% | 22.8% |
| –High Income (>$3,000/wk) | 36.4% | 27.0% | 24.4% |
| Largest Income Group | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 |
| Household Disposable Income | 9,290 | 6,948 | 6,376 |
| SEIFA Score | 7.6 | 6.3 | 5.6 |
Botanic Ridge at a glance
Source: ABS 2021 Census
Rents today
$612/wk
DFFH median rent
Period ending Sep 2025
+1.3%
DFFH rent movement, 1 yr
Rents are rising
The DFFH median weekly rent rose 1.3% year on year to $612/wk (Period ending Sep 2025).
The 2021 Census recorded a median rent of $404/wk — an older point-in-time figure, kept separate from current medians.
RTBA rental bond lodgements are not in this extract. Rents above are report medians, not bond data.
Housing Tenure (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Botanic Ridge | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dwellings (Census) | 2,079 | 1,781,344 | 9,275,218 |
| –Owned Outright | 17.0% | 30.7% | 32.1% |
| –Owned with Mortgage | 70.6% | 38.2% | 36.2% |
| –Rented | 12.3% | 31.1% | 31.7% |
| –Detached Houses | 95.9% | 67.9% | 72.5% |
| –Semi-Detached | 4.1% | 16.2% | 12.6% |
| –Apartments | 0.0% | 15.6% | 14.3% |
| –Other Dwellings | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| –Median Monthly Mortgage | 2,200 | 2,000 | 1,863 |
| –Median Weekly Rent | 404 | 390 | 375 |
| –$0-149/wk | 0.0% | 4.6% | 7.3% |
| –$150-349/wk | 3.7% | 27.4% | 33.4% |
| –$350-649/wk | 94.2% | 59.7% | 50.9% |
| –$650-949/wk | 2.1% | 6.4% | 6.6% |
| –>$950/wk | 0.0% | 1.9% | 1.8% |
| –Aggregate Housing Cost | 1,768 | 1,289 | 1,189 |
| –Mortgage / Income | 19.9% | 24.3% | 24.6% |
| –Rent / Income | 15.8% | 20.5% | 21.5% |
| –Persons per Bedroom | 0.8 | 0.9 | 0.8 |
| Metrici | Botanic Ridge | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Household Est. | 2,266 | 1,980,559 | 10,142,077 |
| Median Household Size | 3.2 | 2.6 | 2.5 |
| Total Households (Census) | 2,084 | 1,781,346 | 9,275,217 |
| –Lone Person Households | 7.6% | 24.8% | 25.6% |
| –Group Households | 1.3% | 4.3% | 3.9% |
| –Other Households | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| –Family Households | 91.2% | 70.9% | 70.5% |
| –Couple with Children | 54.5% | 34.5% | 31.4% |
| –Couple No Children | 27.3% | 24.5% | 26.8% |
| –One Parent Family | 8.8% | 10.6% | 11.1% |
| –Avg Children per Family | 1.5 | 1.4 | 1.6 |
| Currently Married | 55.7% | 47.0% | 46.5% |
| Never Married | 34.0% | 38.0% | 36.5% |
Qualification Attainment by Type - Residents Aged 15+ (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Botanic Ridge | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| University Qualifications | 20.1% | 37.0% | 30.4% |
| –Bachelor Degree | 14.3% | 23.7% | 20.0% |
| –Postgraduate Degree | 3.2% | 9.9% | 7.6% |
| –Advanced Diploma | 15.2% | 11.2% | 10.8% |
| –Certificate | 29.5% | 16.7% | 22.0% |
| No Tertiary Qualifications | 35.2% | 35.2% | 36.8% |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 1,767 | 11,054 |
| Total School Attendance | 410 | 805,274 | 4,176,099 |
| ICSEA Score | 1,028 | 1,056 | 1,001 |
| Education Drivers Ranking | 62 | 97 | 100 |
Schools detail
| # | School name | Type | Places | ICSEA | Distance (km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Botanic Ridge Primary School | Primary | 410 | 1028 | 1.91 |
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Parcel Locker
0km · score 0
Dentist
3.8km · score 7
Hospital
5.6km · score 55
Shopping Centre
4.4km · score 13
Banks
4.2km · score 14
Pharmacy
2.8km · score 8
Fitness Centre
3.2km · score 14
Schools
2.1km · score 7
Transport Servicing
GTFS / Districts
| Metrici | Botanic Ridge | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Stops | 13 | 21,358 | 171,981 |
| Routes | 2 | 670 | 12,966 |
| Weekly Trips | 186 | 317,563 | 1,140,068 |
| Avg Dist. Between Stops (m) | 220 | 90 | 235 |
| Avg Dist. to Local Pop. (m) | 416 | 267 | 7,586 |
| Population per Stop | 600 | 256 | 161 |
| Population per Trip | 41.9 | 17.2 | 24.3 |
| Population per Route | 3,900 | 8,156 | 2,136 |
| Public Transport Access Ranking | 20 | 91 | 100 |
| Vehicles per Dwelling | 2 | 1.3 | 1.4 |
| Work from Home | 22.6% | 32.6% | 23.9% |
| Single Mode Commute | 75.9% | 64.8% | 73.8% |
| Two Mode | 1.3% | 2.1% | 1.9% |
| Three+ Mode | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| –Car | 95.5% | 81.9% | 84.1% |
| –Train | 2.1% | 7.7% | 4.9% |
| –Bus | 0.7% | 2.4% | 3.6% |
| –Walk | 0.4% | 3.2% | 3.7% |
| –Cycle | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| –Ferry | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| –Tram/Light Rail | 0.0% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| –Other | 0.7% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
Private Health Insurance Coverage
ATO / Districts
| Metrici | Botanic Ridge | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Health Cover Rate | 54.0% | 56.7% | 55.7% |
| Need for Assistance | 2.8% | 5.5% | 5.8% |
| Zero L/T Health Conditions | 75.8% | 72.6% | 69.8% |
| One Long Term Condition | 18.7% | 19.3% | 20.5% |
| Two Long Term Conditions | 4.3% | 5.5% | 6.4% |
| 3+ Long Term Conditions | 1.3% | 2.6% | 3.3% |
| –Arthritis | 4.3% | 6.4% | 7.7% |
| –Asthma | 9.1% | 7.3% | 7.4% |
| –Cancer | 1.6% | 2.3% | 2.6% |
| –Dementia / Alzheimers | 0.0% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| –Diabetes | 2.8% | 4.1% | 4.3% |
| –Heart Disease | 1.8% | 3.1% | 3.6% |
| –Kidney Disease | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| –Lung Condition | 0.5% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| –Mental Health Issue | 7.7% | 7.5% | 8.0% |
| –Stroke | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| –Other Condition | 6.4% | 7.2% | 7.3% |
Place of Birth (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Botanic Ridge | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born Overseas | 17.2% | 37.3% | 29.3% |
| Born in Australia | 82.8% | 62.7% | 70.7% |
| Australian Citizens | 91.7% | 81.1% | 83.8% |
| Speak English Only | 90.0% | 64.1% | 76.4% |
| Speak Other Language | 10.0% | 35.9% | 23.6% |
| Indigenous Population | 1.0% | 0.5% | 2.2% |
| Largest Ethnic Group | Australian | English | English |
| Main Religion | Christianity | Christianity | Christianity |
| –Buddhism | 0.7% | 4.2% | 2.6% |
| –Christianity | 39.8% | 43.0% | 47.5% |
| –Hinduism | 1.2% | 4.4% | 2.9% |
| –Islam | 1.5% | 5.6% | 3.5% |
| –Judaism | 0.3% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| –Other | 0.5% | 2.3% | 1.4% |
| –No Religion | 55.9% | 39.5% | 41.6% |
Age Distribution
ABS / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts
| Metrici | Botanic Ridge | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Age | 30 | 37 | 38 |
| Largest Age Group | 35 to 44 | 25 to 34 | 25 to 34 |
| Children (0-14) | 35.0% | 17.5% | 17.5% |
| Working Age (15-64) | 61.0% | 67.5% | 64.7% |
| Seniors (65+) | 4.0% | 15.0% | 17.8% |
| Age Distribution Variance | 64.0% | 22.0% | 16.0% |
| Dependency Ratio | 64.0% | 48.0% | 55.0% |
| Fastest Growing Age Group | 85+ | 85+ | 85+ |
Botanic Ridge contains 2 Long Day Care centres (212 places), 1 preschool/kindergarten facility (70 places) and 1 OSHC facility (45 places). Combined service provision across long day care and preschool/kindergarten services, and the approximate 1,128 children in the cohort, sees a ratio of children per place of 2.4 - placing the area below the national average for supply per child. Looking at long day care specifically against the under-5 population, the ratio is 3.1 children per place (lower quintile supply). Further breakdowns by age, to help in identifying the most in-need services, show moderate LDC provision across the infant and toddler cohort (<3yo) with 212 places across 2 facilities serving 397 children while preschool supply is constrained with 1 facility providing 70 places (3.8 children aged 3-4 per place compared to the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6). With projected population growth of 14.5% between now and 2041, and 28.0% in the under 5 age group in particular, 332 new places will be needed to maintain today's ratios. As well as this projected growth, other drivers of note in the area are high female labour force participation of 76.5%, as well as upper quartile employment and income performance.
In assessing child care markets local school supply is a particularly important factor, given school-run convenience, and enrolment vs child care place analysis can provide useful insight into capacity both for parents seeking child care options and child care operators assessing opportunities in an area. The catchment sees a level of school enrolment relative to population of 5.6 per 100 residents with 410 enrolments across primary and secondary institutions. A lower-than-typical rate which suggests pressure might be taken off local services somewhat by school hubs in nearby areas. As expected, the level of school places per child care place (LDC+PSK) is also lower than average. Out of school hours child care provision is similarly constrained, with 45 places for the 5-12 cohort. Proximity analysis saw distances of local residents to their nearest child care centre being longer than typical nationally while high fees are observed relative to national benchmarks. Another finding worth noting is the low level of commercial activity in the area and assessment of local working populations which suggest many of the local population commute elsewhere for work with nearby services potentially taking some pressure off local child care centres.
9 school catchments intersect Botanic Ridge (note; school catchment data provided for public schools only), in which a combined 13,227 children aged under 5 reside, served by 8,925 LDC and preschool places. The overall demand-to-supply ratio across these catchments is 1.5 children per place, with limited variance in this ratio. Meanwhile, the discrepancy in this ratio between Botanic Ridge and the intersecting school catchments highlights the need for a catchment based approach for specific site assessments.
Children per LDC Place by Geographic Level
ACECQA / ABS / GNAF / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts