Laverton NorthVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3026 · Wyndham
Daily life in Laverton North is likely influenced by its industrial nature, with a significant portion of the population working in industries such as road freight transport and automotive repair. The suburb has a low labour force participation rate of 33.3%, and a relatively high unemployment rate of 11.1%, compared to the state average of 5.0%. Commuting is primarily done by car, with 64.9% of residents driving to work. The community feel is likely quiet and less densely populated, given the small population size.
The read
What living here is actually like
Laverton North is a small suburb with a total population of 122 people, characterized by an older median age of 56 compared to the Victorian average of 38. The gender distribution is skewed with 68.9% male and 31.1% female residents. The suburb has a high percentage of single-person households at 67.3%, and a significant portion of the population lives in rented accommodations, making up 54.9% of households. The area is primarily industrial, with a notable presence of machinery operators and drivers, and labourers making up 32.4% and 29.7% of the workforce, respectively.
Buyer fit
Who this suburb suits
One score per buyer type, out of 100, built from the demographic, housing and commute profile. Strongest first.
Buyer-fit score
Laverton North · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Investors | 60 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Retirees | 50 |
| Professionals | 45 |
| Families | 40 |
Why investors score highest
The signals doing the work
- High rental market at 54.9%
- Low median weekly rent may attract tenants
- Industrial area with potential for workforce housing
- High percentage of single-person households
Against the state
How Laverton North differs from Victoria
Every bar is this suburb. The vertical tick is the Victorian figure — the gap between them is the story.
Housing & movement
What’s built here, and how people leave in the morning
Dwelling mix
Share of occupied private dwellings
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| Dwelling type | Share |
|---|---|
| Separate houses | 5.9% |
How people get to work
Method of travel, 2021 Census
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| Method | Share |
|---|---|
| Worked from home | 16.2% |
| Drove a car | 64.9% |
Costs 2021 Census
Census figures, collected in 2021. Rents and repayments have moved since — for what property is selling for now, see .
Top occupations
Share of the employed workforce
Key highlights
- High percentage of single-person households - 67.3%
- Significant male population - 68.9%
- Majority of residents work in industrial occupations
- Low median weekly rent at $240
- 16.2% of residents work from home
Things to be aware of
- High unemployment rate at 11.1% compared to VIC 5.0%
- Low educational attainment with only 2.8% completing Year 12
- Renter-heavy housing market with 54.9% renting
- Low labour force participation at 33.3%
- High percentage of low-income households at 43.9%
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Where the richer profile lands
Schools & catchments
Zoned primary and secondary, NAPLAN bands, distances.
Transport & access
Stations, tram routes, drive time to the CBD, walkability.
Development activity
Permits approved, projects underway, zoning changes.
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Informational only — not financial, legal or planning advice. Verify zoning, overlays and catchments with the relevant council before relying on them. Data vintage: 2021 Census.