Kialla (Vic.)

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According to investigations of ABS demographic statistics for the surrounding area alongside address validations conducted by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Kialla has an estimated population of 9,892 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 1,225 residents (14.1%) since the 2021 Census, when the population was recorded at 8,667. This shift is calculated from a resident count of 9,875, projected by Districts using the ABS's June 2025 ERP release and 300 validated new addresses added after the Census. This population level yields a density of 157 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and capacity for expansion. The suburb of Kialla outpaced the SA4 region (1.0%) and the SA3 territory with its 14.1% expansion rate, positioning it at the forefront of local growth. The primary contributor to these gains was interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 69.0% of the overall population rise, though natural increase and international migration also registered positive results.

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Kialla has a capable labor force with strong representation in key service industries, an unemployment rate of 1.9%, and an estimated employment growth of 2.8% over the previous year according to Districts aggregated statistical area information. By March 2026, 5,133 people are employed, and the local unemployment rate stands at 1.8% lower than the Regional Vic. rate of 3.7%, while workforce participation exceeds the standard at 67.5% relative to the 61.1% figure for Regional Vic. Census data indicates that only 10.8% of residents worked from home, although the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns may have influenced these figures.

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ATO figures from the financial year 2023 release show that taxpayers in Kialla recorded a median income of $52,180 and an average income of $64,272. These amounts are lower than the national figures and compare to $50,954 (median) and $62,728 (average) across Regional Vic. Adjusted for the Wage Price Index, which grew by 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 stand at roughly $57,200 for the median and $70,455 for the average. Census data places household, family, and individual incomes in Kialla in the 61st percentile nationally. The dominant earnings band is $1,500 - 2,999 per week, representing 37.9% of taxpayers (3,749 residents), which is similar to the wider region where this bracket accounts for 30.3%. Residents retain 88.4% of their income after meeting housing costs, indicating strong discretionary spending power, and the area's SEIFA economic index is in the 6th decile.

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Residential structures in Kialla at the time of the last Census consisted of 95.8% detached houses and 4.2% alternative housing types such as semi-detached homes or apartments, compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings across Regional Vic. The home ownership rate was 38.3%, slightly below the regional benchmark, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (49.7%) or rented (12.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,625 was higher than the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, and the median weekly rent of $380 exceeded the regional figure of $285. Nationally, mortgage costs in Kialla are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, whereas rental costs exceed the national average of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 81.6%, consisting of couples with children (41.7%), couples without children (30.5%), and single-parent households (8.7%). The remaining 18.4% are non-family households, which include single-person households at 16.8% and group households at 1.6%. The typical household size is 2.9 individuals, which is larger than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.

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University attainment levels are low in the area, with 22.4% of residents holding a tertiary qualification compared to the Victorian average of 33.4%, representing a potential focus area for educational programs. The most common qualification is a bachelor degree at 15.3%, followed by graduate diplomas at 3.6% and postgraduate degrees at 3.5%. Technical and trade qualifications are common, with 36.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.2%) and certificates (24.5%).

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There are 26 active transit stops in Kialla, serviced by 2 unique routes that provide 117 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is limited, with residents living an average of 619 meters from their nearest transit stop. The area is predominantly residential, with 97% of commuters using a private vehicle to travel to work. Households own an average of 1.9 vehicles, which is higher than the regional standard. A lower-than-average 10.8% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic restrictions.

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Health outcomes for local residents are generally positive, with mortality rates and illness prevalence tracking closely to national benchmarks. While common health conditions are infrequent among the wider population, they are more prevalent in older, vulnerable age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is slightly above the average SA2 area, with roughly 52% of the population (~5,169 people) having private cover.

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The area displays above-average cultural diversity, with 17.9% of residents born outside Australia and 20.8% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 50.2% of the population. The most significant divergence from regional norms is in the Other category, which accounts for 4.8% of residents compared to 0.8% across Regional Vic.

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The median age of Kialla's population is 38, which is lower than the Regional Vic. median of 43 but matches the national average of 38. The 5 - 14 age bracket is highly represented at 14.4% compared to Regional Vic., whereas the 65 - 74 bracket is less common at 9.2%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age group grew from 11.4% to 12.5%, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 15.8% to 14.4% and the 55 to 64 bracket fell from 11.4% to 10.3%. Demographic projections indicate the age structure will change significantly by 2041, led by the 45 to 54 cohort, which is expected to rise by 121% (1,417 people) to reach 2,585 from 1,167.

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Kialla currently has an estimated 702 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 418 children aged 0-2 and 278 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 19% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 82% by 2041 (to approximately 1,279 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,138. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 13.1 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.