Springvale
VIC · 2021 Census
Daily life in Springvale is marked by a strong sense of community and cultural vibrancy. The suburb has a relatively high unemployment rate of 8.1%, compared to the state average, which may influence the local economy and employment opportunities. Commuting patterns show that 58.2% of residents drive to work, while 8.7% use public transport, indicating a reliance on cars for daily travel. The suburb also has a notable percentage of residents working from home at 13.2%.
The read
What living here is actually like
Springvale is a suburb with a population of 22,173, characterized by a diverse and multicultural community. The median age is 36, slightly younger than the Victorian average of 38. The suburb has a balanced gender distribution with 51.4% male and 48.6% female residents. A significant portion of the population, 71.1%, was born overseas, with the largest groups coming from Vietnam, India, and Cambodia. This cultural diversity is reflected in the languages spoken at home, with only 18.7% speaking only English, and Vietnamese being the most common language at 25.2%.
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
Springvale · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Investors | 75 |
| Families | 70 |
| First home buyers | 65 |
| Professionals | 60 |
| Retirees | 55 |
Why investors score highest
The signals doing the work
- Renter-heavy market with 39.2% renting
- Median weekly rent at $357 provides rental yield potential
- Diverse population may drive demand for rental properties
- Proximity to cultural amenities and services
Against the state
How Springvale 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 |
|---|---|
| Apartments | 9% |
| Separate houses | 69.4% |
| Townhouses | 20.1% |
How people get to work
Method of travel, 2021 Census
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| Method | Share |
|---|---|
| Worked from home | 13.2% |
| Drove a car | 58.2% |
| Public transport | 8.7% |
| Walked only | 2.1% |
| Car passenger | 7.1% |
Costs
Top occupations
Share of the employed workforce
Key highlights
- High cultural diversity with 71.1% born overseas (vs VIC 35.0%)
- Significant Vietnamese community - 20.9% born in Vietnam
- Renter-heavy housing market with 39.2% renting
- Higher than average labour force participation at 53.9%
- Notable percentage of residents working from home at 13.2%
Things to be aware of
- Higher unemployment rate at 8.1% compared to state average
- Below average median household income at $1402 weekly (vs VIC $1759)
- Lower percentage of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher at 22.2% (vs VIC 29.2%)
- High percentage of low-income households at 21.0%
- Predominantly renter-heavy market may affect long-term community stability
Coming to this page
Where the richer profile lands
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Schools & catchments
Zoned primary and secondary, NAPLAN bands, distances.
Transport & access
Stations, tram routes, drive time to the CBD, walkability.
Price history
Ten-year median by dwelling type, growth rate, clearance trend.
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.