Strathmore (Vic.)

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The suburb of Strathmore (Vic.) has an estimated population of 9,529 as of May 2026, according to analysis of ABS population updates and new addresses validated by Districts since the Census. This figure represents an increase of 549 people, or 6.1%, compared to the 2021 Census count of 8,980 people. The estimate is derived from a resident population of 9,524, which Districts calculated after reviewing the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025, plus 44 newly validated addresses recorded after the Census date. With a population density of 2,762 persons per square kilometer, this suburb falls within the upper quartile of locations evaluated by Districts on a national scale. Its 6.1% growth since the 2021 census outpaced the SA3 area, which grew by 4.9%, making Strathmore a leading growth area in the region. Overseas migration accounted for approximately 78.0% of the total population increase during recent periods.

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The local workforce is characterized by high levels of education and strong representation in professional occupations, alongside a very low unemployment rate of 1.3% and stable employment patterns over the past year. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 5,699, with the local unemployment rate sitting 3.5% lower than the Greater Melbourne rate of 4.8%. The labor participation rate is 72.8%, compared to 70.2% across Greater Melbourne. Census data shows that a significant 38.7% of working residents operated from home, though this figure was influenced by public health restrictions.

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Tax statistics from the 2023 financial year show that Strathmore residents recorded a median taxpayer income of $65,378 and an average income of $88,856. These figures are high by national standards and compare to Greater Melbourne averages of $57,688 (median) and $75,164 (average). Adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current income levels are estimated at $71,667 (median) and $97,404 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes are positioned between the 80th and 90th percentiles nationally. Weekly earnings of $4,000 or more were reported by 28.1% of the community (2,677 people), whereas the metropolitan area is dominated by the - bracket at . Local affluence is high, with of earners making more than per week, which helps sustain premium local retail and service providers. After paying for housing, households keep of their income, indicating high disposable income and placing the area in the th decile for socio-economic advantage.

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The local housing stock at the time of the last Census consisted of 76.7% houses and 23.3% alternative dwellings like townhouses and apartments, compared to metropolitan Melbourne where houses comprised 67.9% and other options made up 32.1%. Home ownership stands at 42.7%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (40.1%) or tenants (17.2%). The median mortgage payment was $2,579 per month, compared to the Melbourne metropolitan average of $2,000. The median rent was recorded at $450 per week, compared to the metropolitan average of $390. Locally, mortgage costs are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national median of $375.

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Families make up 78.8% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 45.7%, couples without children at 23.3%, and single parents at 9.0%. The remaining 21.2% are non-family households, which include single-person households at 19.4% and group households at 1.7%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

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Strathmore residents hold higher levels of qualifications than the broader population, with 38.6% of people aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 27.7% in the SA4 region and 30.4% nationally. This educational profile prepares the workforce for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are held by 26.1% of residents, followed by postgraduate degrees at 8.3% and graduate diplomas at 4.2%. Vocational and technical qualifications are also common, with 26.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding these credentials, including 11.4% with advanced diplomas and 15.0% with certificates.

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There are 44 active public transport stops located within the area, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 5 distinct routes that provide a total of 1,015 passenger trips per week. Transit access is high, with residents living an average of 184 meters from their nearest stop. Because the suburb is mostly residential, most workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of transport at 89% and trains accounting for 5%. Households own an average of 1.6 vehicles, which is above the metropolitan average. A high proportion of residents, 38.7%, worked from home according to 2021 Census data, which was collected during public health restrictions.

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Health indicators show favorable outcomes, with low rates of chronic conditions and mortality across both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 62% of the population (5,892 people) holding cover. This compares to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%.

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The neighborhood displays cultural diversity, with 19.8% of residents born outside Australia and 21.9% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, represented by 58.8% of residents, compared to 43.0% across Greater Melbourne.

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The median age of residents is 41 years, higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and the national median of 38. The 45 - 54 age group is over-represented at 15.7% of the population, while the 25 - 34 bracket is under-represented at 8.2%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 14.1% to 16.2%, and the 75 to 84 cohort rose from 4.3% to 6.1%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 age group decreased from 14.9% to 13.5%, and the 35 to 44 bracket fell from to . Projections indicate that by the age profile will change, with the to cohort expected to grow by , adding residents to reach a total of . Conversely, the number of children aged to and adults aged to is projected to decrease.

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Strathmore currently has an estimated 352 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 203 children aged 0-2 and 136 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 2% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 5% by 2041 (to approximately 335 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,022. Birth rates in the area have averaged 5.7 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.