Wandana Heights (Vic.)

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Wandana Heights has an estimated population of approximately 2,153 as of May 2026, according to Districts' evaluation of ABS demographic updates and verified new addresses. Compared to the 2,195 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, this represents a decline of 42 individuals (1.9%). The current figure is derived from an Districts estimate of 2,151 residents, which utilizes the ABS June 2025 estimated resident population release alongside 5 new addresses verified since the Census. This population level results in a density of 828 persons per square kilometer, a figure that aligns closely with standard averages across monitored areas. Demographic expansion in recent times was largely underpinned by international migration, which accounted for roughly 52.0% of the population growth, though all contributors including domestic migration and natural increase remained positive.

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The workforce of Wandana Heights is highly educated with significant employment in essential services, and the local unemployment rate sits at a low 1.5% according to Districts' aggregated figures. In March 2026, there were 1,210 employed residents, with the unemployment rate tracking 2.2 percentage points lower than the Regional Vic. rate of 3.7%. Participation in the labor force is exceptionally high at 69.4% compared to the regional average of 61.1%. Data from the Census indicates that 27.9% of local workers operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.

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The suburb of Wandana Heights has personal income levels that exceed national averages, according to Districts' analysis of the latest ATO data for financial year 2023. Taxpayers in this suburb recorded a median income of $57,748 and an average income of $75,058, whereas Regional Vic. recorded medians of $50,954 and averages of $62,728. Adjusting these figures for Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023 yields estimated values of approximately $63,303 for median earnings and $82,279 for average earnings as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household incomes in the top 91st percentile, with a weekly household median of $2,549. The weekly earnings bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 contains 30.6% of households ( individuals), which matches the surrounding region's rate of . A high proportion of households () earn in excess of weekly, pointing to significant local affluence. Residents retain of their income after paying for housing, demonstrating substantial disposable income, and the suburb is positioned in the th decile on the SEIFA index for income.

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At the time of the last Census, the housing stock in Wandana Heights was dominated by standalone houses at 96.8%, with semi-detached homes, apartments, and other dwellings comprising the remaining 3.2%, compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings across Regional Vic. Home ownership rates in Wandana Heights exceeded the regional average at 44.1%, while 45.0% of homes were held under a mortgage and 10.9% were rented. Local housing costs were higher than regional averages, with the median monthly mortgage payment at $2,000 and the median weekly rent at $410, compared to Regional Vic. benchmarks of $1,430 and $285. On a national level, mortgage costs in Wandana Heights are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents also exceed the national benchmark of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of local households at 86.1%, consisting of couples with children at 46.0%, couples without children at 32.7%, and single parent families at 5.9%. Non-family households account for 13.9% of the total, with lone person households representing 12.8% and group households at 1.6%. The typical household size is 2.9 individuals, which is larger than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.

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Levels of educational qualification in Wandana Heights are significantly higher than regional averages, with 38.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 21.7% in Rest of Vic. and 27.3% in the SA3 region. This concentration of higher education positions the local workforce well for knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees represent the most common tertiary qualification at 26.7%, with postgraduate qualifications at 7.7% and graduate diplomas at 4.5%. Vocational and technical training is also common, with 29.0% of the population aged 15+ holding a trade credential, split between advanced diplomas (12.4%) and certificates (16.6%).

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Public transport infrastructure in Wandana Heights includes 2 active stops. These links are connected to 1 distinct routes, which combine to support 120 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is moderate, with homes situated an average of 486 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and the vast majority of working residents commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary transport mode for 96% of commuters. Households own an average of 2.0 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. A high proportion of residents (27.9%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic-related conditions.

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Wandana Heights records excellent health statistics based on Districts' analysis of mortality and chronic illness rates, showing a low incidence of common health issues across all demographics. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 56% of the population (~1,215 people) holding cover, compared to 50.5% in Regional Vic.

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Cultural diversity metrics in Wandana Heights are below national averages, with 82.8% of the population born within Australia, 92.8% holding citizenship, and 91.1% using only English at home. The main religious affiliation is Christianity, accounting for 54.9% of local residents, compared to 47.3% across Regional Vic.

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The median age of residents in Wandana Heights is 40 years, placing it slightly below the Regional Vic. average of 43 and slightly above the national median of 38. The 15 - 24 age bracket is highly represented locally at 16.6% of the population, while the 75 - 84 age bracket is underrepresented at 3.3%. The local population has grown younger since the 2021 Census, with the median age falling 1.2 years from 41 to 40. The 15 to 24 age bracket increased its share of the population from 14.4% to 16.6%, and the 25 to 34 age bracket rose from 10.8% to 12.7%, while the 55 to group declined from to . Long-term population forecasts to indicate notable demographic shifts, with the to age group projected to grow by people () from to while the to bracket is expected to see minimal growth of ( people).

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Wandana Heights currently has an estimated 116 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 71 children aged 0-2 and 48 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 8% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 48% by 2041 (to approximately 172 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 215. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.3 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally.