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Seville

Seville's most distinctive feature is its 100.0% detached-housing profile, paired with a 21.4% work-from-home share across a population of 2,559. The median age is 37, which is 3.0 years below the national comparison, while average household size is 2.9, or 0.4 above it. Household income sits at the 81.7th percentile, helping explain why 58.2% of occupied homes carry a mortgage. Compared with nearby Wandin North and Wandin East, Seville reads as a low-density family market with a settled base, because 86.8% of residents stayed at the same address.

Local council: Yarra Ranges

Seville urban fabric map

Population

2,559

Median Age

37.0

Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)

$2,144/wk

DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year

4

Median House

$896K

October to December 2025

Only a handful of houses sold here in this period, so this median can jump sharply from one quarter to the next for reasons that have nothing to do with the market. Treat it as a rough guide, not a settled price.

21.38 km²· 119.7 people/km²· Family income $2,265/wk

Buyers are choosing a predominantly family-house market: 100.0% of dwellings are separate houses, with 49.3% containing 3 bedrooms and 43.4% containing 4 or more. A monthly mortgage figure of $1,950 and mortgage-to-income ratio of 21.0% suggest manageable reported repayment pressure, although the 58.2% mortgage tenure share means many households remain exposed to rate changes. Seville suits buyers prioritising land and larger homes because apartment supply is effectively absent.

For Buyers

Buyers are choosing a predominantly family-house market: 100.0% of dwellings are separate houses, with 49.3% containing 3 bedrooms and 43.4% containing 4 or more. A monthly mortgage figure of $1,950 and mortgage-to-income ratio of 21.0% suggest manageable reported repayment pressure, although the 58.2% mortgage tenure share means many households remain exposed to rate changes. Seville suits buyers prioritising land and larger homes because apartment supply is effectively absent.

For Investors

Seville is a selective, owner-led investment market rather than a high-rental-density precinct. Only 9.0% of households rent, below the 58.2% mortgage share and 32.3% outright ownership, while weekly rent is $369 and vacancy is 4.4%. That limited rental base can reduce tenant depth, although the all-house profile may suit renters seeking 3-bedroom homes, which account for 49.3%, or 4-plus-bedroom homes at 43.4%. The forecast rent-growth signal is 3.1%, with overseas migration the primary growth driver. Four development matters in 12 months indicate modest project activity, so investors should compare yield, maintenance and tenant competition rather than assume broad development uplift.

Development Activity

Total DAs

4

Last 12 Months

4

YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements

Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year

N/A

Monthly DA Lodgements

DA Categories

Subdivision
4

Schools in Seville

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Seville Primary School

Primary Government

Demographics

Seville has a relatively settled, Anglo-leaning population of 2,559, with a median age of 37, which is 3.0 years below the national comparison. University attainment is 19.1%, 11.0 percentage points below the national figure, and overseas-born residents account for 10.8%, 10.8 points below the national comparison. English ancestry is recorded for 1,142 people, followed by Irish at 300, Scottish at 281, Dutch at 160 and German at 141. Couples with children make up 52.3% of families, above the 35.0% share of couples without children, because the detached housing mix supports family households. No religion is the largest reported affiliation at 1,433, compared with 947 identifying with Christianity. Residential stability is high, with 86.8% staying at the same address and turnover at 13.2%.

Age Distribution

0-14
21.0%
15-24
12.7%
25-44
25.2%
45-64
27.2%
65+
13.6%

Bedrooms

Studio/1br
0.6%
2 bed
6.6%
3 bed
49.3%
4+ bed
43.4%

Dwelling Structure

100.0%

Houses

0.0%

Townhouse

0.0%

Apartment

Tenure

Own 32.3% Mortgage 58.2% Rent 9.0% Other 0.5%

Seville's housing market has moved substantially higher over time. Tenure is concentrated in ownership, with 32.3% owning outright and 58.2% paying a mortgage, compared with only 9.0% renting. The 100.0% separate-house profile, plus 49.3% 3-bedroom and 43.4% 4-plus-bedroom homes, creates a larger-home market with less dwelling diversity than apartment-oriented areas.

Mortgage / mo

$1,950

Rent / wkiABS Census 2021 median across all dwelling types. Current market rents are typically higher.

$369

Census 2021

HH Size

2.9

Personal Income / wk

$900

Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)

4.4%

Unoccupied

39

Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress

17.2%

Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress

21.0%

Community Profile

Ancestry

English
1,142
Irish
300
Scottish
281
Dutch
160
German
141
Italian
130

Household Composition

52.3%

Couples with children

35.0%

Couples, no children

11.3%

Single parent

728

Total families

Economy & Employment

Seville's employment base combines construction at 21.1% or 183 workers, healthcare at 15.9% or 138, education at 11.5% or 100, manufacturing at 9.4% or 82, and professional or technical work at 7.9% or 69. Trades are the largest occupation group at 323 people, followed by managers at 194, clerical and administrative workers at 191, professionals at 189 and community or personal service workers at 148. Labour-force participation is 71.4%, unemployment is 3.3% and full-time employment is 58.6%, supporting household income at the 81.7th percentile. Economic resources rank in decile 9, above the education and occupation decile 5, while the disadvantage decile is 8 and the advantage decile is 6. This gap suggests household resources are stronger than education and occupation rankings alone would imply.

Unemployment

3.3%

Labour Force

1,444

Unemployed

48

Source: ABS Census 2021

Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)

Overall advantage
6
Disadvantage
8
Economic resources
9
Education & occupation
5

Full-time

58.6%

Part-time

34.4%

Participation

71.4%

Employed

1,396

Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021

Occupations

Trades 323
Managers 194
Clerical/Admin 191
Professionals 189
Community/Personal 148
Labourers 130
Sales 104
Machinery/Drivers 77

Top Industries

Construction 21.1%
Healthcare 15.9%
Education 11.5%
Manufacturing 9.4%
Professional/Tech 7.9%

University

19.1%

Postgraduate

3.8%

Born Overseas

10.8%

Dwellings

839

Transport to Work

Day-to-day life in Seville is strongly car-oriented because 71.3% of commuters drive, compared with 0.8% using public transport and 2.6% walking or cycling. A further 21.4% work from home, which may reduce commuting frequency for some households. One local government primary school is identified, so families should check the enrolment zone for each address and compare travel times for broader schooling options. Recorded crime totals 89 offences, equal to 34.8 per 1,000 people; property and deception offences account for 40, while crimes against the person account for 23. The IRSAD decile is 6 and the IRSD decile is 8, with the latter above the education and occupation decile of 5. Seville is best suited to households comfortable with low-density living, private vehicles and a smaller local service footprint.

Drive

71.3%

Public Transport

0.8%

Walk / Cycle

2.6%

Work from Home

21.4%

Growth Outlook

Seville has an established but positive growth outlook. The annual trend is 1.96%, above zero, and overseas migration is the primary forecast driver. Population change across the wider area is 23.8% over 10 years, while the shift trajectory is Mixed. The gentrification score is 27 and classified as Early signs, pointing to incremental change rather than a wholesale reset. Rent growth is 3.1%, the senior share has risen by 2.7 percentage points and the working share by 0.7 points, while real income growth is -8.8%. Affordability is labelled Improving, with readings of 46.3 in 2011 and 42.6 in 2021. These signals point to growth because incoming demand is present, but ageing and weaker real incomes make price sensitivity important. Compared with a rapid redevelopment market, only 4 development matters in 12 months indicates a measured pipeline.

Population trend: Yarra Ranges council area

Seville sits in the Yarra Ranges council area. These are the council area's residents, not Seville's.

Residents 2025

160,906

Growth, 5 yr average

+0.2%/yr

2020 to 2025

Growth, last year

+0.7%

2024 to 2025

ABS Estimated Resident Population by LGA, 30 June each year; council area, not this suburb

Safety & Crime

Total Offences

89

Year ending June 2024

Rate per 1,000 People

34.8

Offence Categories

Property and deception offences
40
Crimes against the person
23
Justice procedures offences
12
Public order and security offences
9

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria / SA Police

National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs

How Seville compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs

Population
Top 19%
Household Income
Top 18%
Rent Level
Top 22%
Apartments
Bottom 0%
Renters
Bottom 32%
Uni Educated
Bottom 34%
Public Transport
Bottom 14%
Born Overseas
Bottom 34%
Density
Top 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seville a good suburb to live in?

Seville can suit households wanting detached homes and a car-oriented setting. It has 100.0% separate houses, 21.4% working from home and a recorded crime rate of 34.8 per 1,000 people. Compare exact streets, school zones and travel times before deciding.

What schools are in Seville?

Seville has 1 identified local school, a government primary school. Families should check the enrolment zone for the exact address and compare travel options, particularly as 71.3% of commuters drive and only 0.8% use public transport.

Is Seville safe?

Seville recorded 89 offences, equal to 34.8 per 1,000 people. Property and deception offences accounted for 40 incidents and crimes against the person for 23. Compare the latest local police figures with the specific street and property before buying or renting.

Is Seville good for property investment?

Seville is a selective investment market, with 9.0% of households renting, weekly rent of $369 and vacancy of 4.4%. Detached 3-bedroom and 4-plus-bedroom homes may appeal to family tenants, but investors should compare yield, maintenance and tenant competition with nearby alternatives.

How is Seville's population changing?

The wider-area forecast records 23.8% population change over 10 years and a 1.96% annual trend, with overseas migration the primary driver. The trajectory is Mixed and the gentrification score is 27 at the Early signs stage, so change is positive but not uniform.

What is the housing mix in Seville?

Housing is entirely separate-house stock at 100.0%. Three-bedroom homes account for 49.3% and 4-plus-bedroom homes for 43.4%, while 32.3% of homes are owned outright, 58.2% have a mortgage and 9.0% are rented.

How do people get around Seville?

Seville is more car-dependent than transit-oriented: 71.3% of commuters drive, compared with 0.8% using public transport and 2.6% walking or cycling. Work-from-home participation is 21.4%, which can reduce travel needs for some households.

How to read these comparisons

Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.

Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.

Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), Valuer-General Victoria (house prices), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications).

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