Springvale (Vic.)

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According to investigations of ABS demographic releases covering the surrounding region, combined with fresh street addresses verified by Districts subsequent to the Census, the suburb of Springvale (Vic.) has a population calculated to be approximately 24,563 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 2,389 individuals (10.8%) relative to the 2021 Census, which registered a headcount of 22,174 people. This adjustment is deduced from a local population of 24,380, calculated by Districts using the most recent ABS ERP details published in June 2025 alongside a further 387 verified new addresses post-Census. Such a population size translates to a density of 2,214 persons per square kilometer, a figure that sits higher than the typical density across Australian sites assessed by Districts. The 10.8% expansion in the suburb of Springvale (Vic.) since the 2021 census was greater than the SA3 region (7.0%) and the state, making it a regional leader in expansion. Overseas migration was the primary driver of growth in the area, yielding roughly of the total demographic expansion in recent times.

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Springvale features a highly skilled labor pool where manufacturing and industry play major roles, alongside a 5.0% unemployment rate and an estimated employment growth of 4.3% in the previous year, according to Districts aggregated statistical area data. As of March 2026, 12,076 residents are employed while the local unemployment rate sits at 0.2% higher than Greater Melbourne's 4.8%, and workforce participation falls considerably behind the metropolitan benchmark at 60.5% versus 70.2%. Census data indicate that a moderate 14.3% of residents worked from home, though the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdown periods should be taken into account when interpreting these figures.

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The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics for the 2023 financial year show that incomes in Springvale are below the national benchmarks, with a median of $41,040 and an average of $47,974. This is lower than the Greater Melbourne figures, which show a median income of $57,688 and an average of $75,164. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median income of approximately $44,988 and an average of $52,589 as of March 2026. Census statistics indicate that individual weekly earnings are low at the 7th percentile ($558 weekly), whereas household earnings perform relatively better at the 29th percentile. In terms of earnings brackets, the largest cohort consists of 31.8% of residents (7,811 people) earning within the $1,500 - range, which is comparable to the wider metropolitan area where this group accounts for of the population. Housing affordability represents a major challenge, with residents retaining only of their income, which ranks in the th percentile.

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According to the latest Census, the housing stock in Springvale consisted of 69.5% separate houses and 30.5% semi-detached, units, or other dwelling types, compared to 67.9% separate houses and 32.1% alternative dwellings across Greater Melbourne. Furthermore, the home ownership rate in Springvale was higher than the metropolitan average at 33.7%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (24.5%) or rented (41.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was recorded at $1,750, which is below the Melbourne metro average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $357, compared to $390 across Greater Melbourne. Nationally, mortgage repayments in Springvale are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national median of $375.

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Family units constitute the majority of households at 71.3%, consisting of couples with children at 32.8%, couples without children at 21.9%, and single-parent households at 13.6%. Non-family households account for the remaining 28.7%, with single-person households representing 22.0% and group households making up 6.7%. The median household size of 2.9 individuals is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

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Educational attainment in Springvale is lower than the regional averages, with 27.1% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 37.0% across Greater Melbourne. This disparity suggests room for further educational growth and training opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 18.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.4%. Vocational education accounts for 21.2% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas (9.5%) and certificates (11.7%).

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An analysis of public transit options indicates there are 88 active bus stops within Springvale. These stops are served by 24 different routes, which together provide 4,018 weekly passenger journeys. Transit accessibility is rated highly, with the average resident living 215 meters from their nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers travel out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 80% and trains used by 10%. The average number of motor vehicles is 1.3 per household. At the time of the 2021 Census, 14.3% of the local workforce worked from home, a figure that may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Springvale displays favorable health trends based on Districts' evaluation of mortality data and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, with both younger and older cohorts showing low rates of common medical conditions, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is particularly low at roughly 46% of the population, representing about 11,276 individuals. This is lower than the 56.7% recorded across Greater Melbourne and the Australian average of 55.7%.

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Springvale stands out as a highly multicultural community, with 69.6% of residents born outside Australia and 80.2% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 29.6% of local residents. However, the most significant deviation from regional trends is seen in Buddhism, which is practiced by 24.9% of the population, compared to a Greater Melbourne average of 4.2%.

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The median age in Springvale is 36 years, which is close to the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and slightly below the Australian median of 38. Compared to the wider metropolitan area, Springvale has a higher proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 (20.8%) but a lower share of children aged 5 to 14 (9.0%). The concentration of residents aged 25 to 34 is higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 65 to 74 has increased from 8.2% to 9.1%, while the cohort aged 45 to 54 has decreased from 11.4% to 10.3%. Future projections suggest the local age structure will change by . The group aged to is expected to show the largest increase, growing by to add residents and reach while the cohort aged to is projected to grow by a modest , adding children.

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Springvale currently has an estimated 1,203 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 709 children aged 0-2 and 474 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 1,282 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,766. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.4 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.