Eumemmerring (Vic.)

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According to evaluations of ABS demographics data for the surrounding region combined with new address validations performed by Districts after the Census, the suburb of Eumemmerring has an estimated population of approximately 2,554 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 269 individuals (11.8%) from the 2021 Census, when the headcount stood at 2,285. The calculation is based on a resident population of 2,552, determined by Districts from the ABS's recent ERP release (June 2025) along with 82 verified new addresses added since the Census. Eumemmerring has a population density of 2,280 persons per square kilometer, which is higher than the typical location analyzed by Districts. The suburb of Eumemmerring's 11.8% expansion rate since the 2021 Census outpaced the broader SA3 district (6.2%) and the state, making it a regional growth leader. This expansion was largely powered by net arrivals from overseas, which accounted for approximately 73.0% of the total population gains in recent periods.

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Eumemmerring possesses a skilled labour pool, with notable strength in construction trades. The local unemployment rate stands at 14.1%, and job growth is estimated at 4.9% over the past year based on compiled statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,059 local residents are employed. The unemployment rate is 9.3% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, highlighting potential for economic improvement, while participation in the workforce is lower (59.6% compared to 70.2% for Greater Melbourne). Census records indicate that a low proportion of residents (13.3%) worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by COVID-19 containment measures.

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According to the most recent postcode-level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, Eumemmerring taxpayers have a median income of $44,651 and an average income of $48,226. These figures are below the national benchmarks and compare to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 in Greater Melbourne. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates as of March 2026 are approximately $48,946 for the median and $52,865 for the average. Census data places household, family, and individual incomes in Eumemmerring within the 11th to 14th national percentiles. Income distribution figures show that 29.7% of the community (758 residents) earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is comparable to the wider region where this cohort makes up of the total. Housing cost pressures are high, leaving residents with only of their income, which ranks in the th percentile.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Eumemmerring consisted of 61.3% detached houses and 38.7% other housing types, such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative structures, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Melbourne. The home ownership rate of 25.0% was lower than the metropolitan Melbourne average, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (34.0%) or occupied by tenants (41.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,517 was significantly lower than the Melbourne metro median of $2,000, and the median weekly rent was $323 compared to the Melbourne metro median of $390. Locally, mortgage costs are also lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national median of $375.

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Families make up 64.9% of all local households, consisting of couples with children at 29.2%, couples without children at 20.5%, and single parents at 13.4%. Non-family households account for the remaining 35.1%, with single-person households representing 29.8% and group households making up 4.8% of the total. The median household size of 2.5 residents is slightly smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

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The local area exhibits lower rates of higher education, with university qualification levels (20.3%) sitting well below the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (3.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Vocational and technical training is common, with 32.2% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.8%) and certificates (20.4%).

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Public transport infrastructure includes 10 active bus stops within Eumemmerring. These stops are served by 6 different routes, which support a total of 777 passenger journeys weekly. Accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 232 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 92%. Households own an average of 1.2 vehicles. A relatively small share of residents (13.3%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect COVID-19 circumstances.

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Eumemmerring has notable public health needs based on Districts assessments of mortality and chronic illness, with common conditions present across all cohorts and rising significantly among older residents. The rate of private health insurance coverage is low at approximately 46% of the population (~1,175 individuals), compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%.

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Eumemmerring ranks high nationally for cultural diversity, with 59.6% of residents speaking a language other than English in their homes and 56.2% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 37.6% of the population. Islam is strongly represented, accounting for 27.7% of the community, which is significantly higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 5.6%.

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The median age in Eumemmerring is 35 years, which is slightly younger than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and the national average of 38. The 0 - 4 age cohort is well represented at 7.6% compared to Greater Melbourne, while the 15 - 24 age bracket is less common at 11.2%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 13.9% to 15.9% of the population, whereas the 25 to 34 age bracket decreased from 18.9% to 17.5%. Demographic projections for 2041 suggest significant changes, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow by 126 people () from to .

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Eumemmerring currently has an estimated 194 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 112 children aged 0-2 and 75 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 13% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 14% by 2041 (to approximately 222 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 239. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 18.9 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.