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Clare has an estimated 4,200 residents, up from 4,096 at the 2021 Census — a change of 104 people, or 2.5%. Density is about 57 people per square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Clare is approximately 4,200 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 104 individuals (2.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded 4,096 residents. The change is calculated from the ABS estimated resident population of 4,185 in June 2025 alongside 65 validated new addresses identified since the Census. This population level yields a density of 56 persons per square kilometer, offering residents substantial personal space. Clare's 2.5% expansion rate since the census is within 0.6 percentage points of the broader SA3 area (3.1%), indicating competitive growth dynamics.
Demographic growth was primarily driven by international migration, which acted as the sole source of population increases during recent timeframes. AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline for each SA2 region. For SA2 territories lacking this data, and for dates past 2032, regional and LGA projections by age bracket published by the SA State Government in 2023 (using 2021 data) are applied, modified via a weighted aggregation methodology from the LGA to the SA2 level. Based on expected demographic trends, growth in the bottom quartile for non-metropolitan Australia is anticipated, with the region projected to grow by 47 individuals by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing an overall rise of 0.8% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
73 new dwellings have been approved in Clare over the past five years, an average of 14 a year. That is 3.5 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 7, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Clare has averaged approximately 14 building approvals for residential properties annually, totaling 73 residential approvals over the previous 5 fiscal years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 7 during the current FY-26 period. As the population has contracted over recent periods, the residential supply has remained sufficient to meet local demand, preserving a balanced market offering ample choice for buyers, with newly constructed homes averaging a value of $280,000. Additionally, commercial approvals have reached $14.8 million this fiscal year, showing ongoing commercial investment. Compared to the Rest of SA, Clare exhibits comparable levels of development per capita, keeping market equilibrium in line with the wider region.
This volume is also lower than the national benchmark, which highlights the maturity of the market and points to possible constraints on new development. Furthermore, all recent construction has consisted of standalone houses, reinforcing the low-density character of the area with a focus on detached homes that appeal to buyers looking for space. The ratio of 372 people in the area for every single dwelling approval highlights a quiet development environment with limited building activity. Demographic forecasts suggest Clare will add 32 residents by 2041, according to the latest quarterly figures from AreaSearch. Under ongoing development trends, new residential supply is expected to easily accommodate demand, supporting favorable buyer conditions and potentially enabling population expansion beyond the current forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 80 current infrastructure and development projects close to Clare, worth an estimated $25.9 billion. 24 are already under construction and 27 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and sports & recreation. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure developments, major planning initiatives, and key projects have a major influence on regional performance. In total, 0 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a potential impact on this locality. Significant projects in the wider region include the Barrier Highway Safety Upgrades, Robertstown Solar Project, Mid North South Australia REZ Expansion, and the SA Housing Trust Maintenance Contracts Review and Service Program, with the following list detailing those of greatest potential relevance.
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Blyth Battery
Grid-scale battery energy storage system sized at 238.5 MW / 477 MWh. Equipped with grid-forming inverter capability to provide system strength and stability services. Connected to ElectraNet's transmission network via the existing 275 kV Blyth West substation. Supports Neoen's 70 MW renewable energy baseload contract with BHP to help power Olympic Dam by firming output from Goyder South Stage 1 wind farm. Commissioned and operating from April 2025.
Goyder Renewables Zone
Neoen's flagship hybrid renewable energy hub combining wind, solar, and battery storage. Goyder South Stage 1 (412 MW) is operational, supporting contracts with the ACT Government, Flow Power, and BHP's Olympic Dam. Goyder North and the Goyder Battery are advancing through construction and planning in 2026. The total project will represent up to 2000MW wind, 1000MW solar, and 1500MW battery storage.
Barrier Highway Safety Upgrades
Upgrades to the Barrier Highway to improve safety and efficiency for all road users. The upgrades include pavement rehabilitation, shoulder widening, installation of safety barriers, and new line marking.
Burra Township Master Plan
Council-led township master plan guiding Burra's growth over the next 20 years. Draft master plans were released for community consultation in March-April 2025 following 2024 engagement. The plan focuses on managing growth pressures linked to heritage and tourism while protecting township character, identifying land use opportunities including the showgrounds, employment zones and accommodation, and setting long-term strategies for infrastructure and amenity. Planning consultants Masterplan Town and Country Planners are engaged to administer the process on behalf of the council.
Bundey BESS and Solar Project
A large scale renewable energy project northeast of Robertstown, SA, being progressed by Genaspi Energy Group. Current scope comprises a battery energy storage system of up to 1,200 MW / 3,900 MWh co located with a solar farm of up to 900 MW. The developer indicates the solar component has been lodged for development application while the BESS component proceeds under planning approval exemption pathways under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016. The project is intended to improve grid stability and support decarbonisation across South Australia and connected states.
Project EnergyConnect
Project EnergyConnect is a new 900-kilometre electricity interconnector (transmission line) to enhance transfer capacity between South Australia and New South Wales, with a connection to Victoria. It is delivered in two stages: SA Section (Stage One, 206 km, 150 MW capacity) and NSW Section (Stage Two, 700 km, 800 MW capacity), including new substations, transmission lines, and upgrades.
Robertstown Solar Project
The Robertstown Solar Project in South Australia proposes a 636-MW solar PV farm and 250 MW battery storage, connecting to the National Electricity Market at the Robertstown Substation over 1,800 hectares.
Kulpara Quarry Operations
Operational hard rock quarry supplying aggregates, sands and road base across Yorke Peninsula, Northern Adelaide and the Mid North. The site operates under Extractive Minerals Leases EML 6074, EML 6179 and EML 6180, with extended operating hours approved in 2022 to meet major project demand. Products service civil, construction and domestic markets via Hallett Group/Hallett Resources.
2,119 residents of Clare are employed, from a labour force of 2,176. Unemployment sits at 2.6%, with participation at 63.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Clare has a qualified labor force with solid representation in industrial and manufacturing sectors, an unemployment rate of only 2.6%, and an estimated job growth rate of 3.8% over the prior year. In March 2026, there were 2,119 employed residents, and the unemployment rate was 2.8% lower than the Regional SA average of 5.5%, while the participation rate was typical at 63.1% compared to 58.4% for Regional SA. Census data indicated that a low 7.7% of the workforce operated from home, though the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.
The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food. The region shows a high concentration in accommodation & food, with an employment share that is 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 8.0% of local jobs compared to 14.5% across the region. Although local jobs are present in the district, the ratio of Census working population to local residents suggests that many working individuals travel outside the area for their employment. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, employment rose by 3.8% and the labor force grew by 3.7% in the 12 months leading to March 2026, keeping unemployment relatively unchanged. This differs from Regional SA, which experienced a 1.2% rise in employment, a 2.6% increase in the labor force, and a 1.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia as of May-25 offer additional perspective on potential future demand in Clare. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Nationally, employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but rates vary significantly across different sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to the current employment profile of Clare suggests local employment will rise by 5.8% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, though this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Clare is $1,368 a week (about $71,000 a year), with median personal income at $751 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $51,173 a year against an average of $64,323. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Tax data from the ATO compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year indicates that the Clare SA2 has an income level below the national average. Taxpayers in the Clare SA2 recorded a median income of $51,173 and an average income of $64,323, compared to Regional SA averages of $48,920 and $58,933. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $56,377 for the median and $70,865 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reports that household, family, and personal incomes in Clare are modest, placing between the 25th and 38th percentiles.
In terms of earnings, 30.8% of the community (1,293 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, similar to the 27.5% regional proportion. Even though housing costs are low with residents retaining 87.6% of their income, total disposable income sits at the 30th percentile nationally, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 4th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Clare had 1,690 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 93% detached houses and 0% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $250 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 18.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Data from the latest Census shows that residential properties in Clare consisted of 93.0% detached houses and 7.0% other types of housing, such as townhouses, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to Regional SA's breakdown of 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Clare stood at 39.2%, slightly below the Regional SA level, with the rest of the properties being mortgaged (34.4%) or rented (26.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,300, which is higher than the Regional SA average of $1,153, while the median weekly rent was $250, compared to the regional figure of $220.
At a national level, Clare's mortgage costs are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Clare counted 1,690 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 23% are couples with children, fewer than in 78% of areas nationally, against 34% couples without children. 32% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 65.9%, consisting of 22.9% couples with children, 33.8% couples without children, and 9.1% single parents. The remaining 34.1% are non-family households, with single person households accounting for 31.6% and group households representing 2.0%. The median household size is 2.2 persons, slightly below the Regional SA average of 2.3.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
20.6% of adults in Clare hold a university qualification, including 14.9% with a bachelor degree and 3.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 27.3% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 1,035 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,014 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Attainment of formal qualifications in Clare is lower than regional averages, with 20.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to the national average of 30.4%. This difference suggests opportunities exist for educational expansion and skills development. Among university degrees, Bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.3% and graduate diplomas at 2.4%. Technical and trade qualifications are common, with 37.1% of the population aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, which include advanced diplomas (9.8%) and certificates (27.3%). A significant 24.9% of the local population is enrolled in formal studies.
This total is comprised of 10.2% in primary schools, 7.9% in secondary schools, and 1.8% attending tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Clare means driving: households keep an average of 1.5 vehicles, and no scheduled public transport appears in the current timetable feeds. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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63.5% of residents in Clare report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 75% of areas nationally. 6.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.2 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, Clare faces notable health difficulties. Common medical conditions affect both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is relatively low at approximately 51% of the population (~2,150 people), compared to 48.9% in Regional SA. The most prevalent medical conditions recorded in the region are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 10.0 and 9.6% of residents. Meanwhile, 63.5% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 62.5% across Regional SA.
Residents of working age display a higher than average rate of chronic health issues. The area has 25.1% of residents aged 65 and over (1,056 people), which is lower than the 27.1% in Regional SA, with national comparisons for health challenges ranking higher than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Clare is largely Australian-born, at 90.8% of residents, with 3.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.5%) and Australian (31.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Clare has lower levels of cultural diversity compared to averages, with 90.8% of residents born in Australia, 91.8% holding citizenship, and 96.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 51.9% of the population. The most visible overrepresentation is in the Other category, which accounts for 1.0% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Regional SA. Regarding parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups in Clare are English (33.5%), Australian (31.9%), and German (8.5%). There are also specific ethnic groups with distinct local representation: Scottish accounts for 7.9% of Clare (compared to 7.1% regionally), Serbian accounts for 0.2% (compared to 0.1%), and Polish stands at 0.6% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Clare is 45, older than 78% of areas nationally. 20.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 45, Clare is slightly younger than the Regional SA average of 47 but older than the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Regional SA average, there is a higher concentration of residents in the 25 - 34 age bracket (11.9%) and a lower share in the 65 - 74 group (12.6%). Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 10.9% to 12.6% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has grown from 8.2% to 9.5%, while the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 12.3% to 10.6%.
Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections show notable changes in the age structure of Clare. The 85+ cohort is expected to grow significantly, rising by 119 people (91%) from 130 to 250. Older residents (65+) are projected to account for 76% of all population growth, highlighting demographic aging, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age groups are expected to experience population declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Clare
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 65 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,096 at the 2021 Census → 4,200 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (405021116). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.