How many new dwellings were approved in South Gippsland?

South Gippsland approved 166 new residential dwellings in the 12 months to Jun 2026 — up 41% on the prior 12 months. That breaks down as 146 houses and 20 units (townhouses and apartments).

Is there a lot of development in South Gippsland?

By dwelling approvals over the last 12 months, South Gippsland ranks #193 of 542 council areas. Building approvals are a leading indicator of new housing supply.

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Building approvals in South Gippsland

New residential dwellings approved in the South Gippsland council area, from Australian Bureau of Statistics data. Showing the 12 months to Jun 2026 and the trend over time.

166

dwellings (last 12 mo)

146

houses

units

#193

of councils, by volume

+41%

vs prior 12 months

Dwellings approved over time

Rolling 12-month total of dwellings approved — the supply trend for South Gippsland, smoothing out the month-to-month noise.

Crime in South GippslandSee reported offences and the long-run trend for this council.

Suburbs in South Gippsland

Flood and bushfire exposure, crime, school catchments and zoning for each suburb in this council area.

Dwelling units approved (new residential), for the whole council area — a planning-stage indicator, not completed homes, and lumpy month to month. Units = townhouses and apartments. Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Building Approvals (CC BY 4.0).