Tyabb (Vic.)

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Tyabb's population is estimated at roughly 3,503 as of May 2026, according to Districts' evaluation of ABS population updates for the wider region and recently validated addresses. Compared to the 3,449 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, this represents an addition of 54 people (1.6%). This adjustment is based on the resident count of 3,503, which Districts calculated by analyzing the ABS Estimated Resident Population release from June 2025 alongside 39 new addresses verified since the census. The population density stands at 148 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and potential for future expansion. The post-census expansion rate of 1.6% trailing the SA3 region (2.0%) by 0.4 percentage points points to stable growth dynamics. Natural increase was the primary contributor to growth, accounting for approximately 52.0% of the total population gains in recent times.

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The local workforce is evenly distributed between professional and trade occupations, with construction employment showing particularly strong representation. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4%, and employment levels have remained stable over the past year. In March 2026, 1,893 residents were employed, and the local unemployment rate was 0.4% lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%. Workforce participation is slightly low at 67.0%, compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne. Census records show that 20.0% of the working population worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic restrictions.

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ATO data for the 2023 financial year indicates that incomes in the suburb of Tyabb are slightly below the national average, with a median of $51,444 and an average of $66,541. This is lower than the Greater Melbourne median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be roughly $56,393 (median) and $72,942 (average). Census figures place household, family, and individual incomes around the 50th percentile nationally. Approximately 35.8% of the population (1,254 people) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, which is comparable to the 32.8% recorded in the wider region. Residents retain 86.0% of their income after housing costs, and the area sits in the 5th decile of the SEIFA index.

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At the time of the last Census, Tyabb's housing stock was composed of 89.7% detached houses and 10.3% semi-detached, apartment, or other dwelling types, differing from the Melbourne metropolitan split of 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative dwellings. Home ownership in Tyabb was high at 36.8%, with 49.7% of properties mortgaged and 13.4% rented. The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,824, and the median weekly rent was $383, both below the metropolitan averages of $2,000 and $390. Nationally, Tyabb's mortgage repayments are below the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rental costs exceed the national average of $375.

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Families make up 77.4% of local households, consisting of couples with children (34.6%), couples without children (28.7%), and single parents (13.1%). The remaining 22.6% are non-family households, which include single-person households (21.0%) and group shared homes (2.3%). The median household size is 2.7 residents, slightly above the metropolitan average of 2.6.

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Higher education completion rates in the area are low, with 16.9% of residents holding a university qualification compared to 37.0% across Greater Melbourne. Among these, bachelor degrees account for 11.8%, postgraduate qualifications make up 2.6%, and graduate diplomas represent 2.5%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 44.5% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.9%) and certificates (31.6%).

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There are 15 active public transport stops within Tyabb, consisting of bus services. These stops connect to 3 distinct routes, providing a total of 422 weekly trips. Accessibility is moderate, with the average distance to a stop being 440 meters. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most workers travel outside the area, with private vehicles being the dominant mode of travel for 94% of commuters. Households average 2.0 vehicles, which is above the metropolitan average. The 2021 Census noted that 20.0% of residents worked from home, which may reflect pandemic-era arrangements.

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Analysis of mortality rates and chronic health conditions suggests health outcomes in Tyabb are below the average. Private health insurance coverage is held by approximately 53% of the population (~1,861 people), which is slightly higher than the average SA2 region but below the Greater Melbourne average of 56.7%.

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The suburb displays lower levels of cultural diversity, with 85.2% of residents born in Australia, 92.7% holding citizenship, and 96.7% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 43.1% of the population. Judaism shows the most significant overrepresentation, accounting for 0.2% of residents compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne.

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The median age of residents is 42, which is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and the national average of 38. The 55 - 64 age bracket is well-represented at 14.4% of the population, whereas the 25 - 34 bracket is lower at 11.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group has risen from 5.4% to 7.0%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 group fell from 14.4% to 13.1%, and the 25 to 34 group declined from 12.2% to 11.1%. Projections for 2041 indicate that the 75 to group will increase by ( people), rising from to . Residents aged and over are expected to contribute of the total growth, while the to and to brackets are projected to decline.

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Tyabb currently has an estimated 171 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 119 children aged 0-2 and 79 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 7% by 2041 (to approximately 159 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 328. Birth rates in the area have averaged 11.5 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.