Invermay Park (Vic.)

Detail

Based on demographic evaluations from the ABS for the wider region, combined with address registers verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Invermay Park has an estimated population of approximately 2,001 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 309 individuals (18.3%) since the 2021 Census, when the head count stood at 1,692 residents. The calculation is derived from an estimated resident population of 1,996 computed by Districts utilizing June 2025 ABS ERP releases, supplemented by 90 validated new addresses added post-Census. With this population level, the density stands at 797 persons per square kilometer, matching typical benchmarks recorded in similar locations. The 18.3% expansion rate recorded in the suburb of Invermay Park since the 2021 census outpaced the Rest of Vic. average of 4.3% as well as the broader SA4 region, establishing it as a regional growth leader. This expansion was largely propelled by arrivals from overseas, who made up roughly of the overall population gains, although natural increase and interstate migration also contributed positive numbers.

Detail

The suburb of Invermay Park possesses a skilled labor force, with strong representation in essential service fields, a jobless rate of only 1.2%, and an estimated annual employment expansion of 3.5%, derived from aggregated regional datasets. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,121, while the unemployment rate was 2.5% below the Regional Vic. benchmark of 3.7%. Labor force participation is fairly standard, sitting at 66.0% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic. According to Census records, a low proportion of residents, 12.2%, worked from home, although this figure may reflect the influence of Covid-19 restrictions.

Detail

In the suburb of Invermay Park, the median taxpayer income stands at $46,244, with an average income of $59,375, according to ATO postcode data aggregated by Districts for financial year 2023. These figures are below national averages and compare to a median of $50,954 and an average of $62,728 across Regional Vic. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would be approximately $50,693 for the median and $65,087 for the average. Census records show that family, household, and individual incomes in the suburb of Invermay Park are modest, ranking between the 38th and 51st percentiles. The data indicates that 37.0% of the population, or 740 individuals, fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket, which is consistent with regional trends where 30.3% share this range. After paying for housing, residents retain of their earnings, indicating solid discretionary spending capacity, while the local SEIFA income score falls in the th decile.

Detail

At the time of the last Census, the housing stock in the suburb of Invermay Park was composed of 96.0% separate houses and 4.0% alternative dwelling types like townhouses, apartments, or other structures, compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings in Regional Vic. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Invermay Park were significantly higher than the regional average, sitting at 53.7%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (36.1%) or tenants (10.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,517, which is higher than the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, while the median weekly rent was $340, compared to $285 regionally. By comparison, housing costs in the suburb of Invermay Park are lower than the national medians, which stand at $1,863 for mortgages and $375 for weekly rents.

Detail

Families make up the majority of households at 75.8%, consisting of 31.3% couples with children, 36.7% couples without children, and 7.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 24.2%, with single person households representing 22.8% and group households comprising 1.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 residents, which is slightly larger than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.

Detail

Educational attainment profiles reveal some challenges, with the proportion of residents holding university qualifications sitting at 19.0%, which is well below the VIC average of 33.4%. This represents an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 12.3%, followed by graduate diplomas at 3.7% and postgraduate degrees at 3.0%. Vocational and technical qualifications are common, with 35.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.0% and certificates at 24.6%.

Detail

Public transit infrastructure includes 15 active stops within the suburb of Invermay Park, which are serviced by 2 unique transit routes providing a combined 362 passenger trips each week. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 189 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 98%. Households own an average of 1.7 vehicles, which is above the regional average. A relatively low proportion of residents, 12.2%, worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Detail

Health indicators in the suburb of Invermay Park align closely with national averages based on mortality and chronic illness data, showing typical rates of illness across both younger and older demographics. The rate of private health insurance coverage is relatively low, held by approximately 50% of the population, which equates to about 1,007 people, compared to the national average of 55.7%.

Detail

The suburb of Invermay Park has below-average cultural diversity, with 95.0% of the population born in Australia, 95.0% holding citizenship, and 98.4% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 62.2% of residents, compared to 47.3% across Regional Vic.

Detail

The median age in the suburb of Invermay Park is 49 years, which is higher than the Regional Vic. average of 43 and well above the Australian median of 38. The 55 - 64 age bracket is highly represented locally at 16.0% compared to regional trends, while the 35 - 44 age cohort is underrepresented at 9.4%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased its share of the population from 8.0% to 9.4%, and the 25 to 34 age bracket rose from 7.7% to 8.9%. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 cohort shrank from 17.9% to 16.0%. Demographic projections to point to significant shifts, with the to age bracket expected to grow by people () from to while the to cohort is projected to grow by , adding people.

Detail

Invermay Park currently has an estimated 74 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 69 children aged 0-2 and 46 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 30% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 38% by 2041 (to approximately 102 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 201. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 9.2 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.