Statistical Area 2 (SA2) · Area profile
Docklands
2 km²
A population explosion of 168% since 2011 has transformed Docklands into a dense, youthful hub of high-rise living. The typical resident is just 32, and the area is defined by a highly educated, professional workforce. It is a globalized community where over 60% of people were born overseas, creating a distinct environment of urban apartments and international diversity. Situated in the heart of Melbourne, it functions as a modern, fast-paced enclave for young adults and professionals.
A fast-growing area where schools haven't kept pace per child.
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Docklands is noticeably younger than the state and national average, with a typical age of 32. It has very few children and seniors, but a high proportion of young adults aged 25 to 44 and people in de facto relationships.
The community is far more internationally diverse than the national figure, with 61.6% of residents born overseas. The most common ancestries are Chinese, English, and Indian.
Over half the population (53.3%) uses a language other than English at home, a figure far above the national average. Mandarin is the most common non-English language spoken.
About 41.6% of residents report no religion, which is a little above the national figure. This represents a 14 point increase since 2011.
The area is exceptionally well-qualified, with 56.2% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher—far above the state average. Most residents finished Year 12, and many hold postgraduate degrees in management, commerce, or engineering.
Incomes are generally high, with 21.2% of people earning $2,000 or more per week. The typical personal weekly income of $1,182 is well above the national figure.
Residents report far fewer long-term health and mental health conditions than most areas, and only 1.4% need help with daily activities.
Participation in unpaid care and housework is far below the state and national averages. Volunteering has also fallen since 2011 to 9.8%.
The First Nations community is small, but those living here have a typical personal income of $1,149, which is far above the national figure. A high 22% speak a First Nations language.
Living arrangements are small and often solitary, with 39.4% of people living alone. Only 1.8 people typically live in each home, well below the national figure of 2.5.
Apartments make up 97.7% of homes, and 67% of the population rents. Because of this, very few people own their homes outright, and only 11.8% of dwellings have three or more bedrooms.
The area is a major transit hub where 40.9% of homes have no car. Nearly half the workforce (45.7%) works from home, which is far above the national average.
The population is highly mobile, with 72.9% of residents moving in the last five years. Recent overseas arrivals make up a huge 41.9% of the community.
Professionals and managers dominate the local workforce, and 71% of adults are working or looking for work. However, the unemployment rate of 7% is a little above the national figure.
The area is ranked with a high overall advantage score of 1,109, largely driven by exceptional levels of education and job skills.
Average annual rainfall is a little above the state average, while maximum temperatures are about the same as the rest of Victoria.
Described as a walker's paradise, 100% of homes are within a 10-minute walk of public transport and groceries. Almost every resident has a 15-minute-city walkshed.