Coldstream (Vic.)

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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by Districts since the Census Coldstream's population is estimated at around 2,196 as of May 2026. This reflects a decrease of 3 people (0.1%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,199 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 2,175, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 1 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 39 persons per square kilometer, a level providing ample space per person. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by natural growth that contributed approximately 53.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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The suburb of Coldstream (Vic.) features a diverse workforce containing a mix of professional and manual labor roles, with building and construction showing high representation, a low jobless rate of 3.1%, and steady employment conditions over the preceding year, according to aggregated regional statistics. In March 2026, there were 1,237 employed local residents, and the unemployment rate was 1.6% lower than the Greater Melbourne level of 4.8%, while participation in the workforce was typical at 73.3% compared to 70.2% across Greater Melbourne. Census figures indicate that a moderate 21.1% of working residents performed their jobs from home, although this should be viewed in light of pandemic-era restrictions.

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The suburb of Coldstream (Vic.) has a median taxpayer income of $55,040 and an average of $69,593, based on postcode data from the ATO for financial year 2023. This is slightly above the national average, contrasting with Greater Melbourne's median income of $57,688 and average income of $75,164. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $60,335 (median) and $76,288 (average) as of March 2026. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Coldstream cluster around the 57th percentile nationally. Income brackets indicate 38.4% of the population (843 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, reflecting patterns seen the surrounding region where 32.8% similarly occupy this range. After housing, of income remains for other expenses and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the th decile.

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Residential property types in the suburb of Coldstream (Vic.) at the time of the Census consisted of 99.1% standalone houses and 0.9% alternative housing options like townhouses or apartments, compared to metropolitan Melbourne where houses make up 67.9% and alternative dwellings constitute 32.1%. Home ownership rates in the area were significantly higher than the metropolitan average, sitting at 35.0%, with remaining properties held under a mortgage (51.4%) or occupied by tenants (13.7%). Typical monthly home loan payments were below the metropolitan Melbourne average at $1,809, and the typical weekly rent was $371, compared to metropolitan averages of $2,000 and $390. Globally across Australia, mortgage payments in the suburb of Coldstream (Vic.) are lower than the national median of $1,863, and rents are below the countrywide figure of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 81.0%, which is composed of 37.7% couples raising children, 30.3% couples without children, and 11.2% single parent households. The remaining 19.0% consists of non-family arrangements, with single occupant homes representing 17.4% and group living situations comprising 2.1% of the total. The typical household size of 2.8 occupants exceeds the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

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The suburb of Coldstream (Vic.) shows lower rates of tertiary education, with university graduates making up 15.4% of the population, which is below the metropolitan Melbourne average of 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 10.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.0% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Conversely, vocational and technical qualifications are highly prevalent, with 44.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.7% and certificates at 34.2%.

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Public transport infrastructure includes 15 active bus stops located within the suburb of Coldstream (Vic.). These stops are served by 3 distinct bus routes, which combined provide 192 passenger journeys per week. The accessibility of public transit is favorable, with houses situated an average of 224 meters from the closest stop. Because the area is mainly residential, the majority of working residents travel outside the suburb for employment, with private vehicles serving as the primary transit mode for 92% of commuters. Household vehicle ownership stands at an average of 2.1 cars, which is higher than the regional metropolitan average. According to the 2021 Census, 21.1% of residents worked from home, which may be influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.

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Medical statistics show positive results for residents of the suburb of Coldstream (Vic.), with overall health metrics and mortality figures aligning closely with national averages. Common medical conditions are distributed normally across different age groups, and private medical insurance coverage is high, held by approximately 54% of the community, which equates to about 1,193 individuals. This compares to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne.

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The suburb of Coldstream (Vic.) displays a lower level of multiculturalism compared to wider benchmarks, with 87.4% of residents born locally in Australia, 92.0% holding citizenship, and 95.8% using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 40.8% of the local population. However, the most pronounced variation from regional norms is in Judaism, which is practiced by none of the residents, compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne.

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The median age of residents is 37, matching the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and sitting close to the national figure of 38 years. The demographic aged 55 to 64 is highly represented at 12.8% relative to the metropolitan average, while young adults aged 25 to 34 are less common at 13.6%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 75 to 84 grew from 5.0% to 6.8% of the population, while the group aged 25 to 34 decreased from 14.5% to 13.6%. Future projections to 2041 indicate notable changes in the age distribution, with the group aged 75 to 84 expected to increase by 41% (an addition of people) to reach from while the youngest cohort aged to is expected to rise by a modest (an addition of people).

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Coldstream currently has an estimated 153 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 74 children aged 0-2 and 48 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 1% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 4% by 2041 (to approximately 159 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 195. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 11.9 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.