Roxburgh Park (Vic.)

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According to investigations of ABS demographic releases for the wider region, alongside updated addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the population of the suburb of Roxburgh Park is estimated to be approximately 25,099 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 970 people (4.0%) compared to the 24,129 people recorded in the 2021 Census. The variation is determined from the resident population of 25,099, which Districts calculated after evaluating the most recent ABS ERP release (June 2025) and incorporating 82 verified new addresses since the Census date. This population count results in a density of 3,648 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quartile of Australian areas evaluated by Districts. Population expansion in the locality was majorly fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 71.0% of the overall population increases during recent times.

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The suburb of Roxburgh Park possesses a skilled labor force with a strong representation of manufacturing and industrial activities, an unemployment rate of 10.3%, and an estimated job growth rate of 2.9% over the past year, according to Districts aggregations of local statistical data. As of March 2026, 10,296 residents are employed, while the jobless rate is 5.5% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, indicating capacity for progress, and labor force participation is notably lower (56.7% compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne). Census data shows that a moderate 17.0% of workers operated from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.

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The latest postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by Districts for financial year 2023 show that income levels in the suburb of Roxburgh Park fall below the national average, with a median of $35,691 and a mean income of $41,066. This is lower than the Greater Melbourne figures, where the median is $57,688 and the average is $75,164. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index rise of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate these values at approximately $39,124 (median) and $45,017 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates individual weekly incomes are positioned low at the 2nd percentile ($473 weekly), whereas household incomes are stronger at the 43rd percentile. Looking at income brackets, the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly range contains of the population ( individuals), which corresponds closely to the metropolitan area where this bracket accounts for . Affordability pressures are high, with only of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area at the th percentile.

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The residential mix in the suburb of Roxburgh Park, according to the most recent Census, consisted of 89.6% houses and 10.3% other dwellings (semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Melbourne. The level of home ownership in the suburb of Roxburgh Park was lower than metropolitan Melbourne at 21.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (55.6%) or renting (23.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was considerably lower than the Melbourne metropolitan average at $1,733, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $390, compared to Melbourne metro's $2,000 and $390. On a national scale, mortgage payments in the suburb of Roxburgh Park are below the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rents are higher than the national median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 87.6%, consisting of 57.6% couples with children, 14.3% couples without children, and 14.6% single parents. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 12.4%, with single-person households at 10.9% and group shared households at 1.6%. The median household occupancy of 3.7 individuals is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

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The locality displays educational challenges, with university attainment rates (21.8%) sitting considerably lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. This situation represents both a hurdle and a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 15.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational and technical capabilities are widely represented, with 25.5% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.1%) and certificates (15.4%).

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Public transport analysis indicates there are 63 active transport stops within the suburb of Roxburgh Park, consisting of bus services. These stops are connected to 9 distinct routes, which together provide 5,330 passenger trips weekly. Transport access is classified as good, with residents living an average of 257 meters from their closest stop. As a primary residential location, most workers commute out of the area; driving remains the primary method at 90%, while 6% travel by train. Motor vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.8 per household, exceeding the metropolitan average. About 17.0% of workers worked from home (according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions).

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Health measures indicate below-average trends in the suburb of Roxburgh Park, based on Districts assessments of mortality and chronic illness rates, although the presence of standard health issues among the broader population is relatively typical, albeit higher than national benchmarks for older age brackets. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is exceptionally low at around 43% of the population (~10,847 people), compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Roxburgh Park is among the most multicultural communities in Australia, with 53.3% of the population born overseas and 74.2% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the largest religious group, representing 48.2% of residents. However, the most notable concentration is seen in Islam, which accounts for 36.2% of the population, a share significantly higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 5.6%.

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With a median age of 32 years, the demographic profile of the suburb of Roxburgh Park is substantially younger than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and also well below the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, the suburb of Roxburgh Park contains a larger proportion of residents aged 15 - 24 (18.2%) but a smaller proportion of people aged 35 - 44 (12.7%). The concentration of 15 - 24 year-olds is notably higher than the national level of 12.7%. Post-2021 Census analysis indicates the 55 to 64 age bracket has risen from 10.7% to 12.4% of the population, while the 65 to 74 group grew from 5.2% to . In contrast, the to cohort decreased from to and the to cohort fell from to . Demographic projections suggest the age structure of the suburb of Roxburgh Park will transform considerably by with the to age group projected to experience the highest growth at , increasing by residents to reach .

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Roxburgh Park currently has an estimated 1,355 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 805 children aged 0-2 and 537 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 14% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 27% by 2041 (to approximately 1,718 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 2,793. Birth rates in the area have averaged 11.7 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.