Area profile · Greater Adelaide
Burnside - Wattle Park has an estimated 20,322 residents, up 6.6% since the 2021 Census, with 23 projects tracked in the area around Burnside - Wattle Park.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Burnside - Wattle Park Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 6.1 kilometres east of the Adelaide CBD and had an estimated population of around 20,322 as of Aug 2026. That figure reflects a rise of 1,256 people (6.6%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 19,066 residents. The estimate draws on the ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 20,275 as of June 2025, together with 85 Validated New Addresses added since the Census date. The area is notable for its well-educated community, with strong educational qualifications across residents and standout school performance levels. Housing is characterised by high levels of outright home ownership and a high proportion of married families.
Residents include a high proportion of elderly people, and the area is very well educated. Population growth has been moderate. Tree-lined streets, a cozy community feel and stunning green spaces define the suburb, while historic and luxurious homes on spacious blocks attract families and professionals alike.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 18,293 in 2001 and 20,275 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 20,322 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 14.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 27.9%.
Burnside - Wattle Park ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for health and the 94th 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 Burnside - Wattle Park is $637 a week, up 2.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 12% above Greater Adelaide.
12% above Greater Adelaide on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $475 in 2020, $723 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $316 in 2020, $512 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $637 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +2.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +3.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $512 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 | +2.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Burnside | $624 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Burnside, over 12 months | +0.7% | 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 118 tracked applications: 34 approved, 77 under assessment, 7 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 23 projects in and around Burnside - Wattle Park, 7 of them under construction.
A $120 million master-planned mixed-use community at 100 Magill Road, Norwood, built on the former Caroma factory site.
Comprehensive road corridor renewal and safety upgrade along Reid Avenue between Hectorville and Felixstow.
The transformation of the 14.62-hectare former UniSA Magill Campus into a green, sustainable residential neighbourhood.
Regional performing arts centre proposed in partnership between Campbelltown City Council and the South Australian Department for Education.
A boutique development of 5 contemporary townhouses in Magill by Dragonwheel Investment Group.
Proposed contemporary mixed-use development delivering 85 apartments with ground-floor retail and commercial spaces at 66-78 Osmond…
Proposed six-storey intergenerational community village developed by Uniting Communities.
A multi-stage project involving the installation of new stormwater drainage infrastructure across St Morris, Trinity Gardens, Maylands, and…
The $60 million redevelopment of the Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre into a state-of-the-art aquatic facility.
Elegan Apartments is the fifth apartment building within Cedar Woods' Glenside masterplanned community on the former Glenside Hospital site.
Following extensive community consultation in late 2025, Campbelltown City Council resolved in December 2025 to proceed with a new…
Masterplanned redevelopment of the former Glenside Hospital site into a residential community of about 1,200 homes, including apartments…
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Estimated completion year of the 10 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 0, 2026 2, 2027 1, 2028 2, 2029 3, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 3 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 118 substantial development applications lodged in and around Burnside - Wattle Park over the past 5 years, 72 in the last 12 months; 77 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 12, 2023 11, 2024 9, 2025 15, 2026 (to Oct) 69.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 118 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 72 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 44th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 65 | ABS building approvals | 68th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 34 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 77 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 include: Hamilton Hill (former Magill Youth Training Centre, Woodforde) (Construction); Magill Campus Renewal Project (Planning); Norwood Green (Construction); Campbelltown Performing Arts Centre (Planning); and Magill 5 Units Luxury Townhouse Project (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Transport & Logistics, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 31st percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Burnside - Wattle Park when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 area has seen 141 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Burnside - Wattle Park SA2's current population of 20,322 has been supported by 65 approvals on average over recent years.
The Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 has seen 3.3 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.5 approvals in Greater Adelaide. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 286 people in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2, compared to one for every 122 in Greater Adelaide.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 65, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 has grown by approximately 883 people, while 323 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.7 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
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 Burnside - Wattle Park reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 20,322 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,798 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 66th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.9% | 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 | 19,066 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,256 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 11.30 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 was estimated to be approximately 20,322 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 20,275 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The burnside - wattle park sa2 has added approximately 1,256 people and shown a 6.59% increase from the 19,066 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is estimated at 1,798 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.6% per annum.
Population growth in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (98.6%), Natural increase (1.4%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 98.6% of overall population gains.
Burnside - Wattle Park hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 74th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 24.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 47.4% | 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 | 44 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 at 44 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 44 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 44 years as at August 2026, Burnside - Wattle Park is 5 years older than the Greater Adelaide 2021 Census average (39 years) and 6 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 13.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.4% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Adelaide. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (3.6% vs 2.6%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.2% of the population in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 23.2% of the population in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 as at August 2026.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $63,116 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 66th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $110,182 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,086 | 2021 Census, weekly | 71st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $957 | 2021 Census, weekly | 74th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 33.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,657 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 18.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is approximately $67,622. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $63,116.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is approximately $118,049. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $110,182.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is approximately $67,622 compared to $62,352 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $63,116 and $58,197 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is approximately $118,049 compared to $76,380 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $110,182 and $71,290 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2's households (~27.9% / 2,045 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 27.9% 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 Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is $2,086/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is $2,657/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is $957/wk.
The Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $63,116 and an average of $110,182 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is among the top percentile nationally, contrasting with Greater Adelaide's median income of $58,197 and average income of $71,290. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.14% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $67,622 (median) and $118,049 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is $7,943 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The burnside - wattle park sa2's disposable income is $7,943 compared to $5,698 for Greater Adelaide, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Burnside - Wattle Park performing better than 94% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 66.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 11,125 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 16,697 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 11,337 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 has approximately 11,125 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.9%. 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 Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 stands at 1.9%, which is 2.1 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 Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (18.7% of employment), professional & technical (13.6%), and education & training (12.0%). Other significant employers include retail trade and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Burnside - Wattle Park 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 Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is 66.4%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate matching the Greater Adelaide average of 66.4%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Adelaide.
The burnside - wattle park sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 13.6% of the local workforce compared to 7.3% across Greater Adelaide. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The burnside - wattle park 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.
Burnside - Wattle Park shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 30.6% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 14.0% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 49.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 29.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
49.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 28.9% in Greater Adelaide.
29.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.0% in Greater Adelaide.
The burnside - wattle park sa2 ranks in the 89th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (30.6%), Postgraduate (14.0%), Certificate (11.2%).
30.3% of the population in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.6% in primary school, 8.2% in secondary school, 8.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is 1144, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 7 schools within the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 5,677 students.
The burnside - wattle park sa2 includes 2 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 4 combined schools.
Burnside - Wattle Park has relatively few single parent families, with an average household size in line with Greater Adelaide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 25.0% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 34.7% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.8% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 7,324 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 7,806 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 72.2% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 had 7,324 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.6% to an estimated 7,806 households today.
The average household size in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.5 in Greater Adelaide and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 72.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (25.0%), group households (2.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 5,288 family households, couples with children account for 34.7% of all households, couples without children at home 27.8%, and single parent families 8.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Adelaide, the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 have an average of 1.5 children, matching the Greater Adelaide average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 54.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.1% have never married. This compares to 45.7% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Adelaide.
Single-person households represent 25.0% of all households in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2, similar to 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 2.7% of households, below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Burnside - Wattle Park was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 33.8% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 27.7% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 72.3% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.6% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 66.2% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
Burnside - Wattle Park was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 33.8% of its population born overseas and 27.7% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Burnside - Wattle Park was found to be Christianity, which makes up 45.4% of people in Burnside - Wattle Park. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.3% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Greater Adelaide.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Burnside - Wattle Park are English, comprising 23.9% of the population, Australian, comprising 18.9% of the population, and Chinese, comprising 9.8% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Adelaide's 3.1%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Italian is notably overrepresented at 7.7% of Burnside - Wattle Park (vs 5.2% across Greater Adelaide), Hungarian at 0.4% (vs 0.3%) and German at 4.9% (vs 5.1%).
33.8% of the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 28.7% across Greater Adelaide.
27.7% of the population in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.2% in Greater Adelaide.
0.3% of the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.2% in Greater Adelaide.
86.6% of the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 86.3% in Greater Adelaide.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Burnside - Wattle Park 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 | 20.9% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 44.8% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 73.2% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,245 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 81st percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 34.3% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 17.1% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $360 | 2021 Census, weekly | 46th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 18th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 57th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2, 44.8% of homes are owned outright, 34.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 20.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 73.2% of dwellings in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 are houses.
In the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2, 9.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 17.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 stands at 44.8%, compared to 32.1% in Greater Adelaide.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is $2,245, compared to $1,562 in Greater Adelaide.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is $1,096, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.8% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Adelaide), while renters spend 17.3% of income on rent (vs 20.7% in Greater Adelaide).
The dwelling mix in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 consists of 73.2% detached houses, 17.1% semi-detached dwellings, 9.6% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Burnside - Wattle Park consumes approximately 12.1% of median household income ($9,032 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Burnside - Wattle Park show attached dwellings contributing 23% of approvals compared to 27% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 77% of applications versus 73% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Burnside - Wattle Park'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 | 72.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 93rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 72.5% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 81.5% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
Around 72.7% of people in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Greater Adelaide.
In the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2, 4.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.6% of people in Greater Adelaide require similar assistance.
6.0% of people in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.7% of the population across Greater Adelaide is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.8% of the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 population, while in Greater Adelaide, 4.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.1% of people in the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Adelaide,3.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2, 72.7% 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 | 53 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 90 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 68th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,887 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 48th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 226 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 37 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 16.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 90 public transport stops within the Burnside - Wattle Park SA2.
The Burnside - Wattle Park SA2 has 1,887 weekly trips across 37 routes, averaging 269 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 230 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 459 m away and the nearest school 578 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 90 stops nearby, 1,887 weekly trips, access rating 53 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 67 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 67th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 459 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 578 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 611 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 614 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 661 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 687 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 968 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Burnside - Wattle Park when compared nationally.
Burnside - Wattle Park has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 31st percentile nationally.
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Median rent in Burnside - Wattle Park is $637 a week, +2.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Burnside - Wattle Park reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Burnside - Wattle Park hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Burnside - Wattle Park performing better than 94% of local markets assessed across Australia.
Burnside - Wattle Park shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Burnside - Wattle Park has relatively few single parent families, with an average household size in line with Greater Adelaide.
Burnside - Wattle Park was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Burnside - Wattle Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Burnside - Wattle Park'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.
Burnside - Wattle Park has an estimated 20,322 residents, up 6.6% since the 2021 Census, with 23 projects tracked in the area around Burnside - Wattle Park.
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 Burnside - Wattle Park.
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Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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.
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Key demographics and figures for Burnside - Wattle Park 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 Burnside - Wattle Park with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
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