Broadford (Vic.)

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According to the analysis of ABS population adjustments for the surrounding district, combined with address records verified by Districts subsequent to the Census, the suburb of Broadford has an estimated population of approximately 4,789 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 197 residents (4.3%) from the 2021 Census, when the headcount stood at 4,592. The calculation is based on a resident population estimate of 4,761 computed by Districts utilizing the ABS June 2025 ERP data release, alongside 123 validated new addresses identified after the Census date. This population size corresponds to a density of 43 persons per square kilometer, suggesting a spacious environment. The 4.3% growth rate in the suburb of Broadford since the 2021 census outpaced the wider SA4 region (2.9%), positioning it as a local growth frontrunner. Net gains were mostly underpinned by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 52.0% of the population increase in recent times, though other components including overseas arrivals and natural increase also made positive contributions.

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The suburb of Broadford supports a diverse workforce that spans professional and manual occupations, with a strong presence in essential services and an unemployment rate of just 3.9%, according to aggregated regional statistics from Districts. As of March 2026, 2,333 residents are employed, with the local unemployment rate sitting 0.2% higher than the Regional Vic. average of 3.7%, and labor force participation matching the Regional Vic. rate of 61.1%. According to the Census, a modest 14.2% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure reflects the impact of Covid-19 restrictions.

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According to Districts' compilation of postcode-level ATO statistics released for financial year 2023, the suburb of Broadford recorded a median taxpayer income of $50,934, with an average taxpayer income of $62,977. These figures are below the national average and compare to Regional Vic. levels of $50,954 and $62,728 respectively. Adjusting for a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, current income levels are estimated to be approximately $55,834 for the median and $69,035 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Broadford are modest, falling between the 30th and 36th percentiles. The weekly income band of $1,500 - 2,999 is the most common, accounting for 35.8% of residents (1,714 people), which is similar to the wider region where 30.3% fall into this range. Discretionary income remaining after housing costs stands at 85.0% of earnings.

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At the time of the last Census, residential housing in the suburb of Broadford was composed of 95.6% standalone houses and 4.4% other dwelling types like townhouses and apartments, compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings across Regional Vic. Home ownership in the suburb of Broadford stood at 32.8%, trailing the Regional Vic. average, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (48.2%) or tenants (19.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the regional average at $1,507, while median weekly rent was $314, compared to Regional Vic. figures of $1,430 and $285. On a national level, mortgage costs in the suburb of Broadford are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are considerably below the national benchmark of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 69.6%, which includes 28.3% couples with children, 26.0% couples without children, and 14.0% single parent households. The remaining 30.4% are non-family households, consisting of lone person households at 28.4% and group living situations at 2.0%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is slightly larger than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.

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The local population presents lower rates of higher education, with university qualification rates at 12.9%, which is well below the Victorian average of 33.4%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted educational development. Among those with university degrees, bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.1% and graduate diplomas at 1.8%. Vocational and technical skills are highly prevalent, with 41.8% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.4% and certificates at 31.4%.

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An evaluation of public transport options shows 2 active transit stops in the suburb of Broadford, which are train stations. These stops are served by 4 distinct routes, providing a total of 203 passenger services per week. Overall transport accessibility is considered low, with residents living an average of 1000 meters away from the nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb of Broadford, the majority of workers commute outside the area, with private vehicles being the primary mode of travel for 94% of commuters. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.7 cars, exceeding the regional benchmark. Approximately 14.2% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic containment measures.

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Health indicators point to challenges in the suburb of Broadford, as shown by Districts' evaluation of mortality data and the frequency of chronic illnesses, with common medical conditions visible in both younger and older cohorts, alongside a relatively low rate of private health insurance coverage at approximately 52% of the population, representing about 2,478 residents.

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The suburb of Broadford exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 91.1% of the population born in Australia, 92.5% holding Australian citizenship, and 96.2% using only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, followed by 43.1% of residents. The most distinct statistical overrepresentation is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of residents, matching the 0.1% share recorded across Regional Vic.

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The median age in the suburb of Broadford is 39 years, which is lower than the Regional Vic. average of 43 and close to the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Regional Vic., the suburb of Broadford has a larger proportion of young adults aged 25 - 34 (14.3%) and a smaller share of seniors aged 65 - 74 (9.8%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 10.6% to 12.4%, and the 35 to 44 age cohort rose from 12.4% to 14.0%, whereas the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 13.3% to 10.8%. Looking forward to 2041, projections suggest significant demographic shifts in the local age structure, led by the 25 to 34 age group which is expected to expand by 91% (an increase of 625 people) to reach 1,310 residents, up from 684.

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Broadford currently has an estimated 301 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 173 children aged 0-2 and 115 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 8% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 72% by 2041 (to approximately 518 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 458. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.2 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally.