Valentine - Eleebana

Valentine - Eleebana is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the resident count for Valentine - Eleebana stands at approximately 12,537 in May 2026. This represents a reduction of 31 individuals (0.2%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented 12,568 residents. This shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 12,537 combined with 8 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The local density reaches 1,257 persons per square kilometer, outstripping the typical figures recorded across the country. The main contributor to population gains in recent times has been overseas migration, which served as the primary source of growth.

Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2. For areas lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government issued in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied instead. Age cohort growth rates derived from these datasets are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Over this timeframe, the total number of residents is expected to contract, shrinking by 658 persons by 2041 under this approach. Conversely, expansion is anticipated within particular age brackets, most notably among individuals aged 85 and over, whose numbers are set to rise by 247 people.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Valentine - Eleebana, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

An average of approximately 20 residential approvals are registered annually in Valentine - Eleebana, totaling 103 dwelling approvals over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) alongside 7 in the current FY-26 period. Since the ratio of new residents to completed dwellings averaged 0 per year over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, the supply rate is keeping pace with or outstripping demand, which ensures diverse options for purchasers and allows room for population expansion beyond projected levels. Newly approved homes carry an average estimated construction cost of $525,000, indicating that building activity is focused on upscale residential properties. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $7.2 million during the current financial year, highlighting the mostly residential character of the locality.

Development volume in Valentine - Eleebana is substantially lower than in the Rest of NSW, trailing the regional per capita benchmark by 60.0%. This subdued level of new construction typically bolsters demand and supports valuations for existing housing stock. This pattern is also weaker than the national standard, suggesting a mature real estate market and potential supply constraints. Detached houses account for 76.0% of recent residential building permits, while townhouses or apartments make up the remaining 24.0%, maintaining the suburban feel and family-oriented housing mix of the area. A ratio of roughly 699 people for every new dwelling permit points to a highly established property market.

As the population is projected to stay flat or contract, housing demand in Valentine - Eleebana is likely to ease, which could open up favorable opportunities for prospective purchasers.

Valentine - Eleebana has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and development initiatives are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has tracked 16 projects poised to affect the locality. Primary developments include the residential subdivision at 83 Jonathan Street, the Eleebana to Valentine Shared Path on Bareki Road, the expansion of the Calvary St Francis Retirement Community, and the construction of the Woolworths Belmont North Supermarket, with details of the most significant works listed below.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Valentine - Eleebana performing better than 85% of local markets assessed across Australia

Valentine - Eleebana possesses a highly educated labor force with a strong footprint in essential services and a low unemployment rate of 1.4%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 6,639, while the unemployment rate sat 2.7% below the 4.1% recorded in Regional NSW. Furthermore, labor force participation is elevated, reaching 66.0% compared to 60.6% for Regional NSW. Data from the Census showed that 32.1% of local workers operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic lockdowns.

The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. The community displays a notable concentration in education & training, where the employment proportion is 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is minimally represented, employing just 0.3% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% across Regional NSW. The comparison between the local working population and resident workers suggests this residential district offers few local jobs.

Analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that the local labor force shrank by 0.4% over the 12-month period, while overall employment dropped by 1.1%, leading to a 0.6 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. Over the same span in Regional NSW, employment decreased by 0.9%, the labor force fell by 0.4%, and unemployment increased by 0.5 percentage points. National forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide a benchmark for future demand in Valentine - Eleebana. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth trends. Nationally, employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Applying these national projections to the local industry mix yields an estimated local job increase of 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, representing a basic weighted calculation that excludes local demographic projections.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Tax data from the ATO compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year indicates that income levels in the Valentine - Eleebana SA2 exceed the national average. The median taxpayer income in the SA2 is $56,410 and the average is $74,296, compared to regional benchmarks of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. Factoring in a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $62,232 for median income and $81,963 for average income as of March 2026. The 2021 Census places individual, family, and household earnings in the area around the 72nd percentile nationally. The largest income group contains 30.4% of residents, representing 3,811 individuals earning between $1,500 and $2,999 per week, which aligns with the wider region where 29.9% fall into this bracket. A significant cohort of high-income earners, with 34.1% receiving more than $3,000 weekly, points to robust financial capacity. After accounting for mortgage and rent payments, households keep 88.5% of their income, indicating high disposable funds and placing the area in the 8th decile of the SEIFA index.

Valentine - Eleebana is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

According to the last Census, the housing mix in Valentine - Eleebana was composed of 90.6% standalone houses and 9.3% alternative dwellings like apartments or townhouses, compared to the regional breakdown of 82.6% houses and 17.4% other housing types. Home ownership was notably higher than the regional rate, standing at 49.1%, with mortgaged properties making up 40.1% and rentals accounting for 10.8% of dwellings. Median monthly mortgage costs were registered at $2,167, and median weekly rent was $490, which both sit well above the respective Regional NSW figures of $1,733 and $330. On a national level, mortgage commitments in Valentine - Eleebana are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and typical rent payments exceed the national median of $375.

Valentine - Eleebana features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family units constitute the vast majority of households at 81.2%, which is made up of couples with children at 38.9%, couples without children at 32.8%, and single parents at 8.9%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 18.8%, with single-person households representing 17.7% and group households comprising 1.1% of the total. The median size of households in the area is 2.7 occupants, larger than the Regional NSW norm of 2.4.

Valentine - Eleebana shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

The educational profile of the locality is distinct within the region, as university graduation rates stand at 30.6% of residents aged 15 and over, exceeding the 21.3% average for the Rest of NSW and the 23.5% average for the SA3 area. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 21.0%, with postgraduate degrees at 6.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.1%. Practical and vocational qualifications are also widespread, with 38.1% of the population aged 15 and over holding technical credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 13.0% and certificate qualifications at 25.1%.

Enrolment rates are high throughout the community, with 28.7% of citizens actively participating in formal study. This student population includes 10.1% attending primary schools, 8.7% in secondary schools, and 4.2% enrolled in higher education programs.

Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Public transport options in Valentine - Eleebana include 168 active stops served by buses. These access points are connected to 34 distinct routes, which run a total of 434 passenger trips each week. Transport connectivity is strong, with residents living an average of 134 meters from their closest stop. Because the community is largely residential, the majority of workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles serving as the primary transit mode for 96% of commuters. Household car ownership stands at an average of 1.8 vehicles, exceeding the regional baseline. Additionally, 32.1% of workers worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic restrictions.

Across all transit routes, services run at an average frequency of 62 trips daily, which equates to roughly 2 weekly trips at each individual stop. The corresponding map displays the 100 closest transit stops to the central coordinates of the area.

The level of general health in Valentine - Eleebana is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Health profiles in Valentine - Eleebana are highly favorable, as shown by AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the low occurrence of chronic conditions across both younger and older cohorts, with private health insurance coverage extending to approximately 56% of the population, or about 7,033 residents. This is higher than the 51.9% coverage rate observed in Regional NSW.

Arthritis and asthma are the most prevalent health concerns in the community, affecting 9.5% and 8.1% of residents respectively. Conversely, 66.1% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Health status among working-age individuals matches typical trends. Residents aged 65 and over make up 23.6% of the population, totaling 2,963 people, and health outcomes for this senior age group exceed average benchmarks, ranking in line with general population comparisons.

Valentine - Eleebana is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

The demographic profile of Valentine - Eleebana shows lower cultural diversity than average, with Australian-born residents making up 87.4% of the population, citizens representing 94.7%, and English-only speakers at home accounting for 95.2%. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 54.0% of the population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of residents compared to the 0.1% share in Regional NSW.

Regarding parental birthplaces, the three most common ancestries in Valentine - Eleebana are English at 33.2%, Australian at 30.0%, and Scottish at 9.3%. There are also notable differences in other backgrounds: Welsh heritage is overrepresented at 0.8% of the local population compared to 0.5% regionally, Macedonian is at 0.3% compared to 0.4%, and South Australian is at 0.6% compared to 0.2%.

Valentine - Eleebana hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age of 45 years in Valentine - Eleebana is slightly higher than the Regional NSW median of 43 and notably older than the national median of 38. Compared to the Regional NSW profile, the 45 - 54 age bracket is overrepresented at 13.8%, while the 25 - 34 bracket is underrepresented at 6.2%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 15 to 24 has expanded from 11.4% to 13.4% of the population, while the group aged 65 to 74 has shrunk from 12.9% to 12.0%. Future projections suggest the local age structure will change by 2041, with the group aged 85 and over expected to grow by 232 people (63%), rising from 371 to 604. Senior cohorts aged 65 and over are projected to drive 67% of total population growth, highlighting the aging profile of the area, while the 75 to 84 and 35 to 44 cohorts are expected to decrease in size.