Area profile · Greater Adelaide
Athelstone has an estimated 10,032 residents, up 4.5% since the 2021 Census, with 55 projects tracked in the area around Athelstone.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Athelstone Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 11.4 kilometres northeast from Adelaide CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is around 10,032 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 431 people (4.5%) since the 2021 Census count of 9,601 people. The change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population of 9,995 as of June 2025 and 117 validated new addresses since the Census date. Residents are somewhat older than in a typical Australian area, with a median age of 43, and the area shows moderate population expansion.
Athelstone combines strong school performance and a high proportion of married families with a notable retail trade employment base, elevated education employment and a pronounced public administration employment presence. Outright home ownership is also high. The area is described as a tranquil foothills setting with parks, the River Torrens, modern amenities, sports facilities and educational institutions.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,496 in 2001 and 9,995 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 10,032 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 13%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33.8%.
Athelstone ranks in the 92nd percentile nationally for health and the 88th for employment drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Athelstone is $645 a week, up 7.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 13% above Greater Adelaide.
13% above Greater Adelaide on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $400 in 2020, $650 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $285 in 2020, $530 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $645 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $650 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $530 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +14.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Campbelltown (SA) | $629 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Campbelltown (SA), over 12 months | +6.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Adelaide | $570 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Adelaide, over 12 months | +6.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, SA | $546 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, SA, over 12 months | +6.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 52 tracked applications: 18 approved, 30 under assessment, 4 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 55 projects in and around Athelstone, 11 of them under construction.
A collection of 19 sophisticated townhomes, offering 2 and 3-bedroom configurations with modern, open-plan living, quality finishes, and a…
A brand new, two-storey health precinct located at the corner of Gorge Road and Maryvale Road.
A $117 million expansion of Modbury Hospital featuring the new South Wing.
A premium, purpose-built childcare centre catering for up to 82 children aged six weeks to school age.
A multi-year project to upgrade the streetscape in the historic Tea Tree Gully township precinct.
Major expansion of Newton Village shopping centre adding over 3,000sqm of Net Lettable Area (NLA), introducing a fourth anchor tenant, a…
Conmetro master-planned residential community at 59 Darley Road in Paradise adjacent to River Torrens Linear Park.
Redevelopment of 57-67 Darley Road in Paradise into a modern medium-density townhouse and mixed-use precinct.
Proposed mixed-use development within the Urban Corridor (Boulevard) Zone along Lower North East Road.
Following extensive community consultation in late 2025, Campbelltown City Council resolved in December 2025 to proceed with a new…
A proposed community performing arts centre (PAC) forming part of Campbelltown City Council's 'Creating our Community Heart' project at 172…
Redevelopment and commercial leasing of an integrated medical, allied health, and retail precinct at Windsor Village.
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Estimated completion year of the 31 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 4, 2026 6, 2027 10, 2028 5, 2029 2, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 3 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 52 substantial development applications lodged in and around Athelstone over the past 5 years, 34 in the last 12 months; 30 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 8, 2023 5, 2024 4, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 32.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 52 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 34 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 6.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 70th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 58 | ABS building approvals | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 18 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 30 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Athelstone SA2 include: Verde in Athelstone (Completed); Highbury Aqueduct Reserve Master Plan Implementation (Construction); Modbury Hospital Redevelopment (Completed); Athelstone Health Precinct (Completed); and Thorndon Park Reserve Master Plan Implementation (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Athelstone SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Health & Medical, and Education & Training, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Athelstone SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 33rd percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Athelstone when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Athelstone SA2 area has seen 113 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Athelstone SA2's current population of 10,032 has been supported by 58 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Athelstone SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 58, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Athelstone SA2 has grown by approximately 357 people, while 292 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.2 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Athelstone reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,032 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,617 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 9,601 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 431 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 6.20 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Athelstone SA2 was estimated to be approximately 10,032 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 9,995 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The athelstone sa2 has added approximately 431 people and shown a 4.49% increase from the 9,601 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Athelstone SA2 is estimated at 1,618 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Athelstone SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.6% per annum.
Population growth in the Athelstone SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (65.2%), Natural increase (34.8%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 65.2% of overall population gains.
Athelstone's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 70th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 49.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 43 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Athelstone SA2 at 43 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 43 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 43 years as at August 2026, Athelstone is 4 years older than the Greater Adelaide 2021 Census average (39 years) and 5 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Athelstone SA2 compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 11.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Athelstone SA2 compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 11.2% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Athelstone SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Adelaide.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.1% of the population in the Athelstone SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 22.0% of the population in the Athelstone SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 62% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $59,967 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 55th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $72,328 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,941 | 2021 Census, weekly | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $829 | 2021 Census, weekly | 55th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 26.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,267 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 18.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Athelstone SA2 is approximately $64,249. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $59,967.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Athelstone SA2 is approximately $77,492. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $72,328.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Athelstone SA2 is approximately $64,249 compared to $62,352 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $59,967 and $58,197 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Athelstone SA2 is approximately $77,492 compared to $76,380 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $72,328 and $71,290 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Athelstone SA2's households (~33.8% / 1,198 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Athelstone SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.8% of households. In comparison, Greater Adelaide's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.8% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Athelstone SA2 is $1,941/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Athelstone SA2 is $2,267/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Athelstone SA2 is $829/wk.
The Athelstone SA2's income level is in line with the national averages according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Athelstone SA2's median income among taxpayers is $59,967 and the average income stands at $72,328, which compares to figures for Greater Adelaide's of $58,197 and $71,290 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.14% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $64,249 (median) and $77,492 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Athelstone SA2 is $7,481 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The athelstone sa2's disposable income is $7,481 compared to $5,698 for Greater Adelaide, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Athelstone performing better than 88% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 71.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 5,752 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 7,519 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 5,896 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Athelstone SA2 has approximately 5,752 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.4%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Athelstone SA2 stands at 2.4%, which is 1.5 percentage points below Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Athelstone SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.7% of employment), education & training (12.0%), and retail trade (11.7%). Other significant employers include construction and professional & technical.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Athelstone SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Adelaide saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Athelstone SA2 is 71.2%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Adelaide average of 66.4%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Adelaide.
The athelstone sa2 shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 12.0% of the local workforce compared to 9.3% across Greater Adelaide. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The athelstone sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 0.5% decline, ranking 22nd out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Athelstone ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 21.6% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.3% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 32.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 19.6% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 38.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.6% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
32.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Athelstone SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 28.9% in Greater Adelaide.
38.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Athelstone SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.0% in Greater Adelaide.
The athelstone sa2 ranks in the 72th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Athelstone SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (21.6%), Certificate (19.6%), Advanced Diploma (10.4%).
26.9% of the population in the Athelstone SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.0% in primary school, 6.9% in secondary school, 6.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Athelstone SA2 is 1098, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 3 schools within the Athelstone SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,977 students.
The athelstone sa2 includes 2 primary schools, 1 combined school.
Athelstone features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Adelaide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.7 people | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 18.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 40.0% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 29.3% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,542 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,701 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 79.7% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Athelstone SA2 had 3,542 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.5% to an estimated 3,701 households today.
The average household size in the Athelstone SA2 is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.5 in Greater Adelaide and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 79.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (18.8%), group households (1.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,823 family households, couples with children account for 40.0% of all households, couples without children at home 29.3%, and single parent families 9.6%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Adelaide, the Athelstone SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 79.7% (versus 68.6% in Greater Adelaide). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 18.8% compared to 27.7% in Greater Adelaide. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Athelstone SA2 have an average of 1.6 children, slightly above the Greater Adelaide average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 57.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.7% have never married. This compares to 45.7% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Adelaide.
Single-person households represent 18.8% of all households in the Athelstone SA2, notably lower than the average for Greater Adelaide of 27.7%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.4% of households, below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Athelstone was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 28.6% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 25.0% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 75.0% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 90.7% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 71.4% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
Athelstone was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 28.6% of its population born overseas and 25.0% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Athelstone was found to be Christianity, which makes up 59.1% of people in Athelstone. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 2.4% of the population, compared to 1.8% across Greater Adelaide.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Athelstone are English, comprising 20.8% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Adelaide's 27.8%, Italian, comprising 20.8% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Adelaide's 5.2%, and Australian, comprising 19.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Polish is notably overrepresented at 1.1% of Athelstone (vs 1.0% across Greater Adelaide), Russian at 0.5% (vs 0.3%) and Hungarian at 0.4% (vs 0.3%).
28.6% of the Athelstone SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 28.7% across Greater Adelaide.
25.0% of the population in the Athelstone SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.2% in Greater Adelaide.
0.5% of the Athelstone SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.2% in Greater Adelaide.
90.7% of the Athelstone SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 86.3% in Greater Adelaide.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Athelstone is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 45.0% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 84.7% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 41.8% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 13.0% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $360 | 2021 Census, weekly | 46th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 19th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Athelstone SA2, 45.0% of homes are owned outright, 41.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 13.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 84.7% of dwellings in the Athelstone SA2 are houses.
In the Athelstone SA2, 2.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 13.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Athelstone SA2 stands at 45.0%, compared to 32.1% in Greater Adelaide.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Athelstone SA2 is $1,733, compared to $1,562 in Greater Adelaide.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Athelstone SA2 is $930, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Athelstone SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Athelstone SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Athelstone SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Adelaide), while renters spend 18.5% of income on rent (vs 20.7% in Greater Adelaide).
The dwelling mix in the Athelstone SA2 consists of 84.7% detached houses, 13.0% semi-detached dwellings, 2.2% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Athelstone consumes approximately 11.1% of median household income ($8,405 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Athelstone show attached dwellings contributing 14% of approvals compared to 15% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 86% of applications versus 85% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Athelstone's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 53.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 48th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.0% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 79.0% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
Around 53.3% of people in the Athelstone SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Greater Adelaide.
In the Athelstone SA2, 4.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.6% of people in Greater Adelaide require similar assistance.
6.5% of people in the Athelstone SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.7% of the population across Greater Adelaide is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.7% of the Athelstone SA2 population, while in Greater Adelaide, 4.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.9% of people in the Athelstone SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Adelaide,3.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Athelstone SA2, 53.3% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Adelaide sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 53.3%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 45 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 45th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 44 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 38th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 823 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 31st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 227 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 22 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 12.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 44 public transport stops within the Athelstone SA2.
The Athelstone SA2 has 823 weekly trips across 22 routes, averaging 117 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 225 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 508 m away and the nearest GP 628 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 44 stops nearby, 823 weekly trips, access rating 45 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 58 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 58th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 508 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 628 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 661 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 782 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 802 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 807 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 809 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Athelstone when compared nationally.
Athelstone has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 33rd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Athelstone is $645 a week, +7.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Athelstone reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Athelstone's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 62% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Athelstone performing better than 88% of local markets assessed across Australia.
The educational profile of Athelstone ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Athelstone features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Adelaide.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Athelstone was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Athelstone is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Athelstone's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Athelstone has an estimated 10,032 residents, up 4.5% since the 2021 Census, with 55 projects tracked in the area around Athelstone.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Athelstone.
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Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (401041014). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jul 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Athelstone from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Athelstone with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.