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Voyager Point

High household incomes are Voyager Point's standout feature, sitting at the 98.1 percentile nationally. The suburb has 1,678 residents, a median age of 37 that is 3 years below the national comparison, and a strongly detached-home pattern with 93.3% separate houses. Work-from-home participation is also high at 54.6%, helping explain the demand for larger homes. University attainment is 48.6%, or 18.5 percentage points above the national comparison, while 32.7% of residents were born overseas, 11.1 points above nationally. For buyers comparing Voyager Point with Wattle Grove or Moorebank, the local combination of high incomes, larger households and family-sized housing is the key distinction.

Local council: Liverpool

Voyager Point urban fabric map

Population

1,678

Median Age

37.0

Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)

$3,205/wk

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

4

1.73 km²· 969.8 people/km²· Family income $3,211/wk

Voyager Point suits buyers seeking a larger detached home rather than compact apartment living. Separate houses account for 93.3% of dwellings, while apartments represent 0.6%, and four or more bedrooms account for 80.6%, higher than the 18.0% share of three-bedroom homes. The average household size is 3.3 people, supporting demand for extra bedrooms, living areas and work-from-home space. A monthly mortgage figure of $2,600 sits alongside a mortgage-to-income ratio of 18.7%, while weekly rent is $325. Compared with smaller-home markets, the trade-off is likely to be a greater commitment to land and maintenance, but the housing form aligns with the suburb's high household income percentile of 98.1.

For Buyers

Voyager Point suits buyers seeking a larger detached home rather than compact apartment living. Separate houses account for 93.3% of dwellings, while apartments represent 0.6%, and four or more bedrooms account for 80.6%, higher than the 18.0% share of three-bedroom homes. The average household size is 3.3 people, supporting demand for extra bedrooms, living areas and work-from-home space. A monthly mortgage figure of $2,600 sits alongside a mortgage-to-income ratio of 18.7%, while weekly rent is $325. Compared with smaller-home markets, the trade-off is likely to be a greater commitment to land and maintenance, but the housing form aligns with the suburb's high household income percentile of 98.1.

For Investors

Voyager Point presents a low-rental-share investment setting, with 20.7% of households renting compared with 32.3% owning outright and 47.0% paying a mortgage. Weekly rent is $325 and the vacancy rate is 2.3%, a level that can support tenant competition because available rental supply is relatively limited. The housing base is heavily detached, with 93.3% separate houses and 80.6% containing four or more bedrooms, which may appeal to family tenants but can require higher maintenance outlays. Only 4 development applications were recorded over 12 months, including 1 dwelling, so near-term supply appears limited. Investors should compare recent sale prices with the $325 weekly rent before estimating yield, as no purchase-price measure is provided.

Development Activity

Total DAs

30

Last 12 Months

4

YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements

-50.0%

Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year

N/A

Monthly DA Lodgements

DA Categories

Swimming Pool / Spa
5
New Dwelling
3
Demolition
1
Other
1
Renovation / Extension
1
Granny Flat / Secondary Dwelling
1

Demographics

Voyager Point has a median age of 37, which is 3 years below the national comparison, and households average 3.3 people, 0.8 above the national figure. Couples with children account for 60.6% of families, while couples without children represent 32.6%, creating a family-oriented social pattern. University attainment is 48.6%, 18.5 percentage points above the national comparison, and 32.7% of residents were born overseas, 11.1 points above nationally. English ancestry counts 348 people, followed by Indian ancestry at 174, Irish at 115 and Italian at 100. Christianity is recorded for 1,019 residents, no religion for 326 and Hinduism for 130. Residential stability is also notable, with 84.4% staying at the same address compared with 15.6% turnover.

Age Distribution

0-14
19.6%
15-24
15.7%
25-44
24.2%
45-64
31.6%
65+
9.7%

Bedrooms

Studio/1br
0.6%
2 bed
0.8%
3 bed
18.0%
4+ bed
80.6%

Dwelling Structure

93.3%

Houses

6.1%

Townhouse

0.6%

Apartment

Tenure

Own 32.3% Mortgage 47.0% Rent 20.7%

Voyager Point is dominated by detached, family-sized housing. Separate houses make up 93.3% of dwellings, far higher than the 0.6% apartment share, while semi-detached homes account for 6.1%. Four or more bedrooms represent 80.6% of homes, compared with 18.0% for three-bedroom dwellings, 0.8% for two-bedroom homes and 0.6% for studios or one-bedroom dwellings. Tenure is split between 32.3% owning outright, 47.0% holding a mortgage and 20.7% renting. Mortgage costs are listed at $2,600 per month, with mortgage commitments equal to 18.7% of income and rent equal to 10.1%. Compared with apartment-oriented suburbs, the housing pattern is larger and more ownership-focused, consistent with a household income percentile of 98.1.

Mortgage / mo

$2,600

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

$325

Census 2021

HH Size

3.3

Personal Income / wk

$1,152

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

2.3%

Unoccupied

12

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

10.1%

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

18.7%

Community Profile

Languages Spoken at Home

Arabic
27
Hindi
24
Malayalam
22
Greek
15
Mandarin
14
Punjabi
13

Ancestry

Other
390
English
348
Indian
174
Irish
115
Italian
100
Chinese
90

Household Composition

60.6%

Couples with children

32.6%

Couples, no children

6.6%

Single parent

500

Total families

Economy & Employment

Voyager Point's employment base is led by Public Administration at 18.2% and 125 workers, followed by Healthcare at 13.5% and 93, Education at 11.9% and 82, Professional and Technical services at 9.2% and 63, and Finance at 7.8% and 54. Public Administration's share is higher than Finance's, pointing to a strong public-sector and professional-services connection. Occupations are headed by Professionals at 271 people, Clerical and Administrative workers at 154, Managers at 149, Trades at 110 and Community or Personal service workers at 97. Labour-force participation is 71.5%, full-time employment is 60.1% and unemployment is 3.5%. Household income of $3,205 per week sits at the 98.1 percentile, helping explain the suburb's mortgage capacity and demand for larger homes.

Unemployment

3.5%

Labour Force

969

Unemployed

34

Source: ABS Census 2021

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

Full-time

60.1%

Part-time

23.1%

Participation

71.5%

Employed

935

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

Occupations

Professionals 271
Clerical/Admin 154
Managers 149
Trades 110
Community/Personal 97
Sales 63
Machinery/Drivers 45
Labourers 28

Top Industries

Public Admin 18.2%
Healthcare 13.5%
Education 11.9%
Professional/Tech 9.2%
Finance 7.8%

University

48.6%

Postgraduate

13.6%

Born Overseas

32.7%

Dwellings

511

Transport to Work

Voyager Point is compact, with an area of 1.73 square kilometres and density of 969.8 residents per square kilometre. Daily mobility is strongly car-oriented: 40.4% drive to work compared with 2.0% using public transport, while 54.6% work from home. The car-driver share is therefore higher than public transport use, so households should assess access to employment, shops and services by actual route rather than suburb distance alone. Families should check nearby school options, sector details and enrolment zones against the exact address, since catchments can cross suburb boundaries. Community participation includes a volunteering rate of 15.3%, and 2.9% of residents need assistance with core activities. Compared with more transit-dependent areas, Voyager Point is better suited to households comfortable with driving and home-based work.

Drive

40.4%

Public Transport

2.0%

Walk / Cycle

N/A

Work from Home

54.6%

Growth Outlook

Voyager Point appears more established than fast-turnover, development-heavy locations. Its current population is 1,678 across 1.73 square kilometres, with density of 969.8 residents per square kilometre. Residential stability is high: 84.4% of residents stayed at the same address, a share higher than the 15.6% turnover rate. Only 4 development applications were recorded across 12 months, including 1 dwelling, a swimming pool and alterations or additions. That limited construction pipeline means change is more likely to come through renovations and gradual household replacement than a large influx of new housing. Compared with higher-turnover suburbs, the combination of low development activity and high residential retention points to incremental change, while the 54.6% work-from-home rate may support ongoing demand for established family homes.

Population trend: Liverpool council area

Voyager Point sits in the Liverpool council area. These are the council area's residents, not Voyager Point's.

Residents 2025

261,231

Growth, 5 yr average

+2.5%/yr

2020 to 2025

Growth, last year

+2.3%

2024 to 2025

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

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

How Voyager Point compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs

Population
Top 23%
Household Income
Top 2%
Rent Level
Top 32%
Apartments
Top 23%
Renters
Top 36%
Uni Educated
Top 10%
Public Transport
Bottom 42%
Born Overseas
Top 11%
Density
Top 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Voyager Point a good suburb to live in?

Voyager Point can suit households wanting larger detached homes, high work-from-home capacity and a family setting. Separate houses make up 93.3% of dwellings, 54.6% work from home and the median age is 37. Compared with apartment-focused areas, it is more car-oriented, with 40.4% driving to work and 2.0% using public transport.

What is the median house price in Voyager Point?

A current median house price should be confirmed from recent local sales before making an offer. Voyager Point is predominantly a detached-home market, with 93.3% separate houses and 80.6% of dwellings containing four or more bedrooms. The household income percentile is 98.1, which can support stronger purchasing capacity than many markets.

What schools are in Voyager Point?

School choices should be checked against the exact address, current enrolment zones and travel routes. Voyager Point has an average household size of 3.3 people, and couples with children account for 60.6% of families, so school access is an important part of a family move. Confirm the current nearby government, independent and faith-based options before signing a contract.

Is Voyager Point safe?

Safety should be assessed using current incident information, lighting, pedestrian routes and the exact street rather than a suburb-wide assumption. Voyager Point covers 1.73 square kilometres and has 969.8 residents per square kilometre. A further practical indicator is that 15.3% of residents volunteer, although community participation should not be treated as a crime measure.

Is Voyager Point good for property investment?

Voyager Point may suit investors targeting established family housing, but the purchase price needs to be tested against rent. The weekly rent figure is $325, the vacancy rate is 2.3% and 20.7% of households rent. Only 4 development applications were recorded over 12 months, including 1 dwelling, which may limit immediate competing supply compared with larger development areas.

How is Voyager Point's population changing?

Voyager Point has 1,678 residents and appears relatively stable, with 84.4% staying at the same address compared with 15.6% turnover. Development activity is modest at 4 applications over 12 months, including 1 dwelling. This points to gradual household change and renovations rather than a rapid expansion of the established housing base.

What languages are spoken in Voyager Point?

Languages spoken include Arabic, recorded for 27 people, Hindi for 24, Malayalam for 22, Greek for 15 and Mandarin for 14. English ancestry is recorded for 348 residents, while Indian ancestry accounts for 174. The overseas-born share is 32.7%, which is 11.1 percentage points above the national comparison.

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), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications).

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