Bundoora (Vic.)

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According to evaluations of ABS demographic releases for the wider region, alongside updated addresses verified by Districts subsequent to the Census, the suburb of Bundoora (Vic.) has an estimated population of approximately 31,105 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 3,037 people (10.8%) from the 2021 Census, when the recorded population stood at 28,068 people. This shift is derived from a resident population of 31,080, which Districts calculated by assessing the ABS's most recent ERP release (June 2025) plus an extra 142 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such population numbers translate to a density of 1,782 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical density of locations across the country analyzed by Districts. The 10.8% expansion rate in the suburb of Bundoora (Vic.) since the 2021 census was greater than the state figure (9.3%) as well as the nationwide average, positioning it as a leading growth area in the vicinity. Overseas migration was the primary driver of this demographic expansion, accounting for roughly of the total population gains in recent times.

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Bundoora has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in key service industries, an unemployment rate of just 3.9%, and an estimated job growth rate of 1.9% over the past year, according to Districts' compilation of regional statistical data. As of March 2026, there are 17,690 employed residents. The local unemployment rate is 0.9% below the Greater Melbourne level of 4.8%, while the labor participation rate is somewhat lower than the regional standard (67.2% compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne). Census data indicates that a notable 25.3% of workers operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

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The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year show that incomes in Bundoora are below the national average. The median income is recorded at $48,842, and the average income is $60,926. This is lower than Greater Melbourne, which has a median income of $57,688 and an average income of $75,164. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023 yields estimated values of approximately $53,541 for the median and $66,787 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, local household incomes are in the 45th percentile ($1,668 per week), whereas individual incomes place in the 26th percentile. In terms of income brackets, the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common, accounting for 32.6% of residents ( people), mirroring regional patterns where of the population falls into this bracket. Financial pressure from housing costs is significant, with residents retaining only of their income, which places the area in the th percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile for income.

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According to the latest Census, the housing stock in Bundoora consisted of 76.1% separate houses and 23.9% alternative housing types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and other dwellings). This compares to Melbourne metro's breakdown of 67.9% separate houses and 32.1% other dwellings. The rate of outright home ownership in Bundoora was notably higher than the Melbourne metro average at 37.9%, while the remaining homes were either mortgaged (33.6%) or rented (28.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment was identical to the Melbourne metro average of $2,000, whereas the median weekly rent was $381, compared to regional averages of $2,000 and $390. On a national level, Bundoora's mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents exceed the national figure of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 70.8%, which consists of couples with children at 33.3%, couples without children at 24.7%, and single parents at 11.1%. Non-family households represent the remaining 29.2% of the total, with single-person households accounting for 23.0% and shared group households making up 6.3%. The median household size is 2.6 people, matching the average across Greater Melbourne.

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University qualification rates in Bundoora stand at 32.8%, which is slightly below the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%, indicating a reasonably competitive educational profile. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 20.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 9.3% and graduate diplomas at 2.6%. Vocational and technical training is also common, with 27.3% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.0% and certificates at 16.3%.

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Analysis of public transport shows 134 active stops operating in Bundoora, consisting of a combination of trams and buses. These stops are served by 19 distinct routes, which together provide 11,862 passenger trips each week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 285 meters from their nearest stop. Because Bundoora is primarily a residential suburb, most workers commute out of the area. Private vehicles remain the primary mode of travel at 85%, while 6% of commuters use the train. The average number of vehicles is 1.4 per household. A high proportion of residents, 25.3%, work from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

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Health outcomes for local residents are generally favorable, with Districts' evaluation of mortality rates and medical conditions matching national standards. The prevalence of common illnesses is quite low across the broader population, though it rises above national averages among older, higher-risk brackets. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is relatively low, standing at roughly 51% of the population (~15,851 people), compared to 56.7% throughout Greater Melbourne.

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Bundoora has a high level of cultural diversity, with 39.5% of residents born outside Australia and 44.0% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religion, practiced by 53.1% of the population. However, the most notable religious divergence is Buddhism, which is practiced by 4.5% of the population compared to 4.2% across Greater Melbourne.

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Bundoora's median age of 37 matches the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and is close to the national average of 38 years. The 15 - 24 age bracket is highly represented at 19.2% compared to Greater Melbourne, while the 35 - 44 demographic is less common at 11.7%. The concentration of residents aged 15 - 24 is significantly higher than the national average of 12.7%. Since 2021, the median age has dropped by 1.1 years from 38 to 37, showing a shift toward a younger population. Notable shifts include the 15 to 24 age group growing from 15.8% to 19.2% of the population, and the 25 to 34 group increasing from to . On the other hand, the to cohort fell from to and the to age bracket dropped from to . Future projections suggest Bundoora's age profile will change significantly by led by the to cohort, which is expected to grow by (an increase of people) to reach from .

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Bundoora currently has an estimated 1,275 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 768 children aged 0-2 and 513 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 5% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 32% by 2041 (to approximately 1,679 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 2,112. Birth rates in the area have averaged 9.0 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally).