Robinvale (Vic.)

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According to the analysis of recent ABS demographic releases for the wider region alongside newly confirmed addresses recorded by Districts following the Census, the suburb of Robinvale has an estimated resident base of 3,495 individuals as of May 2026. This indicates a contraction of 2 people (0.1%) from the 2021 Census, when the count stood at 3,497 people. This revised figure of 3,495 is derived by Districts from the June 2025 ABS ERP data release, combined with 20 validated new addresses added post-Census. The current count represents a density of 46 persons per square kilometer, indicating residents enjoy significant personal space. Although the suburb of Robinvale recorded a 0.1% contraction since the 2021 census, its trajectory was stronger than the broader SA3 area which saw a decline of -2.8%. The primary driver of local demographic gains in recent times has been overseas migration, accounting for roughly 76.0% of the growth.

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The suburb of Robinvale supports a balanced workforce distributed across manual and professional occupations, featuring a diverse industrial mix and a very low unemployment rate of 1.6%, according to Districts figures. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,775, keeping the local unemployment rate 2.1% lower than the Regional Vic. average of 3.7%. Participation in the local labor market is very close to the Regional Vic. rate of 61.1%. Data from the Census indicates that only 6.3% of workers performed their duties from home, though this figure may have been influenced by lockdown mandates.

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The latest ATO data compiled by Districts at the postcode level for financial year 2023 shows that personal earnings in the suburb of Robinvale are below the national benchmark, with a median of $32,807 and an average of $42,246. By comparison, Regional Vic. averages a median of $50,954 and an average of $62,728. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, contemporary estimates point to a median income of roughly $35,963 and an average of $46,310 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census places household, family, and individual earnings in the suburb of Robinvale within the 13th to 21st percentiles nationally. Income distribution data indicates that the weekly earnings bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 accounts for 29.7% of the local population ( individuals), which matches the broader regional trend where fall into this bracket. While housing expenses are low, leaving residents with of their earnings, overall disposable income remains low, placing in the th percentile nationwide.

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The local housing stock in the suburb of Robinvale at the time of the last Census consisted of 88.9% detached houses and 11.2% alternative structures like townhouses and apartments, compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other structures across Regional Vic. The rate of home ownership stood at 32.5%, trailing the regional average, with the remaining properties divided between those with a mortgage (23.0%) and rented homes (44.6%). Monthly mortgage commitments were low compared to the regional average, with a median of $1,012, while the median weekly rental cost was $220, compared to Regional Vic. figures of $1,430 and $285. Nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb of Robinvale are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices are far below the national median of $375.

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Families make up 68.2% of all local households, consisting of couples raising children at 28.7%, couples without children at 26.4%, and single-parent households at 10.4%. The remaining 31.8% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 22.8% and group households making up 9.3% of the total. The median size of local households is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.

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The suburb of Robinvale presents low rates of higher education, with university qualification holders representing 13.8% of the population, which is considerably below the VIC benchmark of 33.4%. This gap highlights both an educational deficit and a clear target for learning initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary credential at 10.9%, with postgraduate degrees at 1.6% and graduate diplomas at 1.3%. Practical and vocational skills are widely held, with 28.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.8% and certificates at 20.1%.

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Public transport infrastructure includes 11 active stops in the suburb of Robinvale, consisting of train and bus facilities. These stops are serviced by 7 separate routes that run a combined total of 86 weekly passenger services. Accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 429 meters from their nearest transit stop. The locality is mainly residential, with most workers commuting out of the area; private cars are the primary mode of travel at 86%, while 7% of residents walk to work. Households own an average of 1.6 vehicles. A low 6.3% of workers commuted from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of pandemic lockdowns.

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Health indicators are positive for residents in the suburb of Robinvale, with Districts' evaluation of mortality and chronic disease rates aligning closely with national averages, showing typical occurrences of common health issues across both younger and older demographics. The rate of private health insurance is low, covering approximately 44% of the population (~1,526 people), compared to 50.5% in Regional Vic. and a national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Robinvale displays high cultural diversity, with 44.7% of residents born outside Australia and 49.9% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 54.2% of the population. However, Buddhism shows a high concentration at 15.3% of the population, which is significantly higher than the Regional Vic. average of 1.0%.

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The median age of 36 years in the suburb of Robinvale is lower than the Regional Vic. average of 43 and slightly younger than the Australian median of 38 years. The 25 - 34 cohort is highly represented at 18.8% compared to Regional Vic., while the 75 - 84 age bracket is smaller at 4.9%. Post-2021 Census data indicates the 0 to 4 group grew from 6.1% to 7.7% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort rose from 16.2% to 17.7%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 12.1% to 9.6% and the 55 to bracket fell from to . Demographic projections for indicate notable shifts, with the to age group projected to grow by ( people) to reach from while the to and to cohorts are expected to decrease.

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Robinvale currently has an estimated 269 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 162 children aged 0-2 and 107 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 26% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 1% by 2041 (to approximately 266 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 275. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 15.1 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.