Mount Duneed (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 the suburb of Mount Duneed has an estimated population of 11,341 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 5,159 people (83.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 6,182 residents. This assessment is derived from an estimated resident population of 11,332 calculated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release combined with 1,442 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population size translates to a density of 217 persons per square kilometer, indicating low-density living and potential capacity for further development. The growth rate of 83.5% in the suburb of Mount Duneed since the 2021 census outstripped the Rest of Vic. (4.3%) and its broader SA4 region, establishing it as a regional growth leader. Population expansion was driven majorly by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly of the overall increase, though all other growth components including overseas migration and natural increase also registered positive gains.

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Data consolidated by Districts shows the suburb of Mount Duneed possesses a highly qualified workforce, a high concentration of workers in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 1.8%, and estimated job growth of 7.6% over the past year. Employed residents numbered 6,600 as of March 2026, with an unemployment rate 1.9% below the 3.7% recorded in Regional Vic., and a participation rate that is exceptionally high at 76.8% compared to the 61.1% average for Regional Vic. According to the Census, a moderate 23.5% of the local workforce operated from home, though this figure may be influenced by pandemic lockdown measures.

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Based on consolidated postcode-level ATO records from the financial year 2023 release, taxpayers in the suburb of Mount Duneed recorded a median income of $69,958 and an average income of $87,372. These figures represent high levels nationally, exceeding the respective averages of $50,954 and $62,728 recorded across Regional Vic. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, local income estimates as of March 2026 stand at approximately $76,688 for the median and $95,777 for the average. Census data places household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Mount Duneed between the 81st and 82nd percentiles nationwide. The dominant income bracket is the $1,500 - $2,999 range, which contains 41.3% of the population ( individuals), compared to of households across the broader region. While high housing expenses consume of household earnings, strong local income keeps disposable earnings at the st percentile, and the area is positioned in the th decile of the SEIFA index.

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Census data shows that the residential stock in the suburb of Mount Duneed is dominated by houses, which make up 97.3% of homes compared to 2.7% for semi-detached dwellings, apartments, and other housing formats, whereas Regional Vic. has 90.1% houses and 9.9% alternative dwellings. Home ownership in the suburb of Mount Duneed lags the regional average, sitting at 21.0%, with mortgaged properties making up 55.5% and rental properties accounting for 23.5%. The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,983 is considerably higher than the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, and the median weekly rent of $446 is also well above the regional average of $285. Nationally, local mortgage costs exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and median rents are notably higher than the national figure of $375.

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Families make up 78.9% of local households, consisting of couples with children (41.4%), couples without children (26.8%), and single-parent households (9.9%). Non-family households account for the remaining 21.1%, comprising lone-person households at 16.1% and group households at 5.0%. The median household size of 2.8 people is larger than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.

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Educational attainment in the suburb of Mount Duneed is high, with 35.5% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 21.7% in the Rest of Vic. and 28.6% across the SA4 region. This education profile supports participation in knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees are held by 24.8% of residents, postgraduate degrees by 7.0%, and graduate diplomas by 3.7%. Technical and trade credentials are also common, with 35.7% of the population aged 15 and over holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificates (23.2%).

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There are 24 active public transport stops located within the suburb of Mount Duneed, including train services. These facilities are served by 18 separate routes, which provide a combined total of 1,738 passenger trips each week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 376 meters from the nearest stop. The locality is primarily residential, resulting in a high rate of outward commuting, with cars being the primary mode of travel for 95% of commuters. Vehicle ownership stands at 1.7 cars per household, which is higher than the regional average. Working from home was recorded for 23.5% of residents, based on 2021 Census data collected during pandemic conditions.

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Health indicators in the suburb of Mount Duneed show positive trends, with Districts evaluations of mortality rates and chronic illnesses showing low rates of common health conditions across both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, with 61% of the population (6,947 people) holding private cover, compared to 50.5% in Regional Vic. and a national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Mount Duneed displays above-average cultural diversity, with 20.2% of residents born outside Australia and 15.1% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 41.1% of residents. The most notable religious variance is in the Other category, which accounts for 2.7% of the population compared to 0.8% across Regional Vic.

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The median age in the suburb of Mount Duneed is 32 years, which is lower than the Regional Vic. average of 43 and the national median of 38. Compared to Regional Vic., there is a higher proportion of young adults aged 25 - 34 (19.3%) and a lower share of older adults aged 55 - 64 (7.4%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 2.2% to 3.2%, while the cohort aged 0 to 4 has decreased from 9.5% to 8.7%. By 2041, demographic projections suggest the 25 to 34 age group will grow by (an increase of people) to reach from a base of .

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Mount Duneed currently has an estimated 986 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 483 children aged 0-2 and 322 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 68% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 69% by 2041 (to approximately 1,663 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,078. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 14.3 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.