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Youngest Cities — Australia

1 Parkville 07 26.0
2 Redbank Plains 04 27.0
3 Waurn Ponds 07 27.0
4 Munno Para West 05 27.0
5 Carlton 07 27.0
6 Clayton 07 28.0
7 Campbell 01 28.0
8 Chippendale 02 28.0
9 Burdell 04 28.0
10 Kelvin Grove 04 28.0
11 Marsden 04 28.0
12 Andrews Farm 05 28.0
13 Melbourne 07 29.0
14 Griffin 04 29.0
15 Crestmead 04 29.0
16 Bruce 01 29.0
17 Woolloongabba 04 29.0
18 Coomera 04 29.0
19 Pimpama 04 29.0
20 South Brisbane 04 29.0
21 Haymarket 02 30.0
22 Truganina 07 30.0
23 Belconnen 01 30.0
24 Clyde 07 30.0
25 Wolli Creek 02 30.0
26 Mascot 02 30.0
27 Jordan Springs 02 30.0
28 Wollert 07 30.0
29 Zetland 02 30.0
30 Clyde North 07 30.0
31 Tarneit 07 30.0
32 Bonner 01 30.0
33 Darling Heights 04 30.0
34 Braddon 01 30.0
35 Toowong 04 30.0
36 Franklin 01 30.0
37 Aintree 07 30.0
38 Ultimo 02 30.0
39 Banksia Grove 08 30.0
40 Cannington 08 30.0
41 North Melbourne 07 31.0
42 Wellard 08 31.0
43 Harrison 01 31.0
44 Baldivis 08 31.0
45 Harris Park 02 31.0
46 West Melbourne 07 31.0
47 Wyndham Vale 07 31.0
48 Byford 08 31.0
49 Collingwood Park 04 31.0
50 Homebush 02 31.0
51 Wiley Park 02 31.0
52 Enoggera 04 31.0
53 Bertram 08 31.0
54 Middleton Grange 02 31.0
55 Moranbah 04 31.0
56 Gungahlin 01 31.0
57 Macquarie Park 02 31.0
58 Loganlea 04 31.0
59 Granville 02 31.0
60 Hobart 06 31.0
61 Seville Grove 08 31.0
62 Fortitude Valley 04 31.0
63 Holsworthy 02 31.0
64 Aveley 08 31.0
65 Ropes Crossing 02 31.0
66 Auburn 02 31.0
67 Southbank 07 31.0
68 Mango Hill 04 31.0
69 Bellbird Park 04 31.0
70 Cranbourne East 07 31.0
71 East Cannington 08 31.0
72 Blakeview 05 31.0
73 Homebush West 02 31.0
74 Williams Landing 07 31.0
75 Adelaide 05 31.0
76 Roxburgh Park 07 31.0
77 Alkimos 08 31.0
78 Piara Waters 08 31.0
79 Springfield Lakes 04 31.0
80 Blackwater 04 31.0
81 Officer 07 31.0
82 Broadmeadows 07 32.0
83 Fletcher 02 32.0
84 Lurnea 02 32.0
85 Butler 08 32.0
86 Emerald 04 32.0
87 Queens Park 08 32.0
88 Jindabyne 02 32.0
89 Bennett Springs 08 32.0
90 Currans Hill 02 32.0
91 Auchenflower 04 32.0
92 Bentley 08 32.0
93 South Hedland 08 32.0
94 Docklands 07 32.0
95 Casey 01 32.0
96 Logan Central 04 32.0
97 Sydney 02 32.0
98 Windsor 04 32.0
99 Riverstone 02 32.0
100 Balga 08 32.0

The youngest cities in Australia by median age tend to be dynamic communities with growing populations and active lifestyles. Parkville has a median age of 26.0 years.

Young median ages often reflect the presence of universities, military bases, or rapidly growing job markets that attract young workers and families. These cities typically have higher birth rates and more demand for schools and family-oriented services.

Cities with younger populations often feature vibrant nightlife, dining scenes, and cultural activities catered to younger demographics, along with strong demand for rental housing and entry-level employment opportunities.

Did You Know?

  • 1. Half of Parkville's population is under 26.0 years old.
  • 2. College towns and military base communities typically have the youngest median ages due to their large populations of 18-24 year olds.
  • 3. Cities with young populations often see faster economic growth and more entrepreneurial activity.

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