Melbourne is set to pass the 6 million population mark at the end of the decade – overtaking Sydney to become Australia’s largest city.

Melbourne is set to pass the 6 million population mark at the end of the decade – overtaking Sydney to become Australia’s largest city.
The type of homes people desire are changing and so is the composition of households. By 2041 we will have 13 million homes, up from 10 million in 2021.
Data has the power to show us where we have come from and gives us a glimpse into the future of what could be. Here’s what it says about our identity.
The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) population data has arrived, highlighting the impacts of COVID-19 on our population.
At present there are more than 7.8 billion people in the world and by 2050, the world population is projected to reach 9.7 billion.
Research shows an increase in regional living as Australians seek a different lifestyle and location for work along with a more affordable location.