India pips England to become Australia’s top overseas country of birth
India has surpassed England to become the largest overseas country of birth for residents in Australia. The overseas-born population has reached 32 percent, the highest level since 1891. The increase in the Indian-born population reflects the growing diversity of Australia's migrant community.
- ▪India's overseas-born population in Australia has reached 971,020, making it the largest group for the first time.
- ▪The total number of overseas-born residents in Australia is now 8.8 million, compared to 18.8 million born within the country.
- ▪The proportion of overseas-born individuals is nearing the historical high of 32.4 percent recorded in 1891.
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| Publication time | Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +1000 |
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