Urbanisation in Malaysia Started: In the early 1970s Urban population when urbanisation started: (2) Around 26 per cent Urban population growth: Rapid growth At present: (4) One of the most urbanised countries in East Asia Current urban population: Over 77 per cent Urbanisation in Australia Started: (1) At the end of the 19th century Urban population when urbanisation started: Over 60 per cent Urban population growth: (3) Gradual growth At present: One of the most urbanised countries in the world Current urban population: (5) Almost 90 per cent