Kurunjang (Vic.)

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According to investigations of ABS population statistics for the broader region alongside new address data verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Kurunjang has an estimated residency of 11,262 people in May 2026. This indicates a rise of 551 individuals (5.1%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 10,711 residents. This shift is calculated from a base population of 11,145, estimated by Districts using the June 2025 ERP data release from the ABS and incorporating 27 verified new addresses post-Census. Consequently, the local population density stands at 1,087 persons per square kilometer, matching typical averages across regions studied by Districts. Recent population expansion was driven chiefly by natural increase, which accounted for approximately 58% of the gains.

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The suburb of Kurunjang features a diverse workforce containing both white-collar and blue-collar occupations, with construction employment showing particularly high concentration. The local unemployment rate stands at 7.6%, with employment expanding by an estimated 2.7% over the previous year, according to aggregated statistical area data from Districts. As of March 2026, there are 5,575 working residents. The unemployment rate is 2.8% higher than the Greater Melbourne level of 4.8%, while participation in the labor force is close to the metropolitan rate of 70.2%. Census data indicates that a moderate 16.9% of residents worked from home, although this figure was likely influenced by COVID-19 containment measures.

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The latest postcode-level ATO data from Districts for financial year 2023 shows that personal incomes in the suburb of Kurunjang are below national benchmarks, with a median of $50,559 and an average of $57,536. This is lower than the Greater Melbourne figures of $57,688 for median income and $75,164 for average income. Adjusting for a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $55,423 for median income and $63,071 for average income. Data from the 2021 Census shows household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Kurunjang are relatively modest, positioning between the 28th and 38th percentiles. Looking at distribution, 37.3% of residents (4,200 individuals) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which is comparable to the regional rate of . Housing costs consume a significant portion of local earnings, leaving only of income remaining, which ranks in the th percentile.

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According to the latest Census, the housing stock in the suburb of Kurunjang consisted of 93.9% standalone houses and 6.1% alternative dwellings such as townhouses, apartments, or other housing types. In contrast, the Melbourne metropolitan area comprised 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative dwellings. Outright home ownership in the suburb of Kurunjang was lower than the metropolitan average at 24.7%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgagors (51.1%) or tenants (24.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,517 was lower than the metropolitan median of $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $321 compared to the Melbourne average of $390. On a national scale, local mortgage payments are below the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national median of $375.

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Families make up 77.3% of households in the suburb of Kurunjang, consisting of couples with children (36.1%), couples without children (22.7%), and single-parent households (17.1%). The remaining 22.7% consists of non-family households, which are divided into single-person households (19.7%) and group households (3.0%). The median household size of 2.8 persons is slightly larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

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Educational data shows that university attainment is low in the suburb of Kurunjang, with 13.8% of residents holding a higher education degree compared to the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. Among these qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.8%, with postgraduate degrees at 2.5% and graduate diplomas at 1.5%. Vocational and technical qualifications are common, with 40.2% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.2%) and certificates (30.0%).

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Public transport services in the suburb of Kurunjang include 37 active bus stops. These stops are serviced by 8 distinct routes, which accommodate 1,739 passenger trips each week. Transport access is favorable, with residents living an average of 319 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and 93% of commuting residents travel by car. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.7 cars, which is above the metropolitan average. Additionally, 16.9% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related working arrangements.

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Health indicators highlight challenges for the suburb of Kurunjang based on Districts' evaluation of mortality rates and chronic health conditions, with elevated rates of common illnesses observed in both youth and older age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is low, with approximately 50% of the population (~5,590 people) holding coverage, compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Kurunjang exhibits higher levels of cultural diversity than most compared markets, with 24.7% of residents born outside Australia and 22.9% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 52.9% of the population. The most notable variance in religious affiliation is for those identifying as Other, who represent 1.9% of the population, compared to 2.3% across Greater Melbourne.

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The median age in the suburb of Kurunjang is 34 years, which is younger than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, the suburb has a higher proportion of children aged 5 - 14 (14.8%) but a lower share of young adults aged 25 - 34 (13.9%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 2.9% to 3.8%, while the 25 to 34 age bracket decreased from 15.0% to 13.9%. Population projections for 2041 anticipate significant changes, with the 55 to 64 group projected to grow the most by (adding residents to reach ), while the to group is forecast to grow by only (adding people).

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Kurunjang currently has an estimated 810 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 475 children aged 0-2 and 316 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 2% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 7% by 2041 (to approximately 866 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,297. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 14.6 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.