Flinders Park

Population growth drivers in Flinders Park are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Flinders Park's population was around 18,757 as of February 2026. This showed an increase of 2,396 people (14.6%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 16,361. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 17,783 in June 2024 and an additional 584 validated new addresses since the Census date. This resulted in a population density ratio of 2,930 persons per square kilometer, placing Flinders Park in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch's assessments. The area's growth exceeded the state (9.0%) and Greater Adelaide levels, marking it as a regional growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 50.1% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including interstate migration and natural growth being positive factors.

AreaSearch adopted ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category were adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data, with adjustments made using a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Future trends project an above median population growth for statistical areas nationally, with Flinders Park expected to expand by 4,045 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 16.4% over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Flinders Park was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Flinders Park has averaged approximately 150 new dwelling approvals annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, a total of 752 homes were approved, with an additional 147 approved so far in FY26. Each dwelling built over these five years has resulted in an average of 2.6 new residents per year, indicating strong demand that supports property values.

The average construction cost value for new homes is $252,000. This financial year has seen $10.7 million in commercial development approvals, demonstrating steady investment activity. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Flinders Park maintains similar development levels per capita, contributing to market stability aligned with regional trends.

New developments consist of 67% detached houses and 33% attached dwellings, offering a variety of housing types catering to different price ranges. With around 137 people per dwelling approval, Flinders Park exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Flinders Park is projected to gain 3,071 residents by 2041. Given current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, providing favorable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Flinders Park has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 10thth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 14 projects likely influencing the region. Notable initiatives include Gleneagles Reserve Stormwater Management & Reserve Upgrade, TPW20-0238 Glengarry Street, Woodville South Water Main upgrade, Findon High School improvement project, and Findon Sports Complex redevelopment. The following list outlines those expected to have the most relevance.

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Employment performance in Flinders Park exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Flinders Park has an educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 3.3%, lower than Greater Adelaide's 3.9%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.2%.

As of September 2025, there are 9,912 employed residents, with an unemployment rate of 0.7% below Greater Adelaide's and similar workforce participation rates. Census data shows that 10.3% of residents work from home. Key industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area specializes in transport, postal & warehousing, with employment share at 1.3 times the regional level.

Health care & social assistance has limited presence at 16.8%, compared to 17.7% regionally. Employment opportunities locally may be limited as indicated by Census working population vs resident population count. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 4.2% while labour force also grew by 4.2%, with unemployment remaining unchanged. In Greater Adelaide, employment grew by 3.0%, labour force expanded by 2.9%, and unemployment fell slightly. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Flinders Park's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by similar rates over the same periods, assuming constant population projections.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year 2023, Flinders Park SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $55,749 and an average level of $64,640. This is lower than the national average, with Greater Adelaide levels at $54,808 and $66,852 respectively. As of September 2025, estimated median income would be approximately $60,655 and average income $70,328 based on Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. The 2021 Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Flinders Park rank modestly, between the 39th and 40th percentiles. Income distribution reveals that 32.0% of the population falls within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, consistent with surrounding regions at 31.8%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.5% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 40th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

In Flinders Park, as per the latest Census evaluation, 75.8% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 24.2% comprising semi-detached units, apartments, and other types. This is similar to Adelaide metro's dwelling structure, which was 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Flinders Park stood at 35.0%, with mortgaged properties at 34.5% and rented dwellings at 30.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,746, higher than Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. Weekly rent in Flinders Park was recorded at $340, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Flinders Park's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Flinders Park features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 68.5% of all households, including 29.9% couples with children, 25.7% couples without children, and 11.4% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 31.5%, with lone person households at 27.4% and group households comprising 4.1%. The median household size is 2.4 people, smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Educational attainment in Flinders Park aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

University qualification levels in Flinders Park are at 28.0%, slightly below the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 20.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials are held by 30.3% of residents aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 9.9% and certificates at 20.4%.

Educational participation is high, with 26.6% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.7% in primary education, 6.2% in tertiary education, and 6.1% pursuing secondary education.

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

Flinders Park has 66 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 30 different routes that together facilitate 1,665 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically living within 220 meters of the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport, used by 87% of residents, while buses are used by 7%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, only 10.3% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 237 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 25 weekly trips per stop.

Flinders Park's residents are extremely healthy with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Flinders Park.

AreaSearch's assessment indicates low prevalence of common health conditions among the general population, although this is higher than the national average for older, at-risk cohorts. The rate of private health cover is relatively low, approximately 51% of the total population (~9,603 people). The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.1 and 7.3% of residents respectively. A total of 70.2% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide. The under-65 population demonstrates better than average health outcomes. The area has 19.1% of residents aged 65 and over (3,578 people), ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

Flinders 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

Flinders Park, surveyed in June 2016, had a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 31.0% of its population born overseas and 34.2% speaking languages other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 57.7% of Flinders Park's population. However, the category 'Other' showed an overrepresentation in Flinders Park, comprising 3.4%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 1.8%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (18.7%), Australian (17.6%), and Italian (16.2%). Notably, Greek (6.6%) and Serbian (1.2%) populations were overrepresented in Flinders Park compared to regional averages of 2.0% and 0.4%, respectively. Similarly, the Croatian population was higher at 1.0%.

Flinders Park's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

At 39 years, Flinders Park's median age matches the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and remains aligned with the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Greater Adelaide average, the 25-34 cohort is notably over-represented at 16.3%, while the 5-14 year-olds are under-represented at 10.0%. Following the census in 2021, the 35 to 44 age group grew from 13.4% to 14.4% of the population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort declined from 12.6% to 11.7%. Demographic modeling suggests Flinders Park's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 85+ cohort shows the strongest projected growth at 80%, adding 509 residents to reach 1,149. The 5-14 group displays more modest growth at 3%, adding only 61 residents.