Fulham

Population growth drivers in Fulham are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Fulham's population, as of May 2026, is approximately 3,219 people. This figure represents a growth of 299 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 2,920 people. The increase was inferred from the estimated resident population of 3,219 in June 2025 and an additional 15 validated new addresses after the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,438 persons per square kilometer, placing Fulham in the upper quartile compared to other locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 10.2% since the 2021 Census exceeded both the state average of 7.5% and the SA3 area, indicating it as a region leader in population growth. Interstate migration contributed approximately 50.8% to Fulham's overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years beyond 2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections are adopted, based on 2021 data and adjusted using a method of weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. Future population trends project an above-median growth for statistical areas nationwide, with Fulham expected to expand by 478 persons to reach 3,697 by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 14.8% over the 16-year period.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Fulham when compared nationally

Fulham averaged approximately 33 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, with a total of 166 homes approved during this period. In FY26, up to March, there have been 33 dwellings approved. This averages out to around 1.6 people moving to Fulham for each dwelling built over the past five financial years, indicating balanced supply and demand, which has maintained stable market conditions.

The average expected construction cost value of new homes in Fulham is $359,000, which is moderately higher than regional levels, suggesting a focus on quality construction. In FY26, commercial development approvals amounted to $1.2 million, reflecting the predominantly residential nature of development in Fulham. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Fulham has 71.0% more new home approvals per person, offering buyers greater choice and indicating strong developer confidence in the area. Recent construction consists of approximately 93.0% detached houses and 7.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving Fulham's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes. There are roughly 96 people per dwelling approval in Fulham, suggesting an expanding market.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Fulham is projected to grow by 478 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

Fulham has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 13thth percentile nationally

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Employment conditions in Fulham rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Fulham has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 2.0%, with an estimated employment growth of 6.0% over the past year as of December 2025. The unemployment rate is 1.8% lower than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%, and workforce participation matches Greater Adelaide's 66.0%.

According to Census responses, 11.7% of residents work from home, potentially impacted by Covid-19 lockdowns. Major employment industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. Construction stands out with employment levels at 1.2 times the regional average. Conversely, administrative & support services employ only 2.4% of local workers, below Greater Adelaide's 4.0%.

The predominantly residential area offers limited local employment opportunities, indicated by the Census working population count versus resident population. Over a 12-month period ending in December 2025, employment increased by 6.0%, and labour force grew by 5.8%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Adelaide recorded employment growth of 4.2% and labour force growth of 3.9%, with a decrease in unemployment of 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, issued in May-25, project national employment expansion by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Fulham's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.9% over ten years.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

The Fulham SA2 had median taxpayer income of $57,701 and average income of $72,471 based on latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is higher than Greater Adelaide's median income of $54,808 and average income of $66,852. By March 2026, estimated incomes would be approximately $63,569 (median) and $79,841 (average), considering Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023. According to Census figures from 2021, incomes in Fulham cluster around the national median. The $1,500 - $2,999 income bracket dominates with 28.9% of residents (930 people), similar to regional levels where 31.8% occupy this bracket. After housing costs, residents retain 87.0% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

Fulham's residential structure, as per the latest Census data, consisted of 79.0% houses and 21.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Adelaide metro had 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Fulham was at 43.0%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (33.3%) or rented (23.6%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Fulham was $2,000, higher than Adelaide metro's average of $1,562 and the national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent figure in Fulham was recorded at $315, substantially below the national figure of $375 and slightly lower than Adelaide metro's $320.

Fulham has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 68.9% of all households, including 33.2% couples with children, 24.8% couples without children, and 9.5% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 31.1%, with lone person households at 28.9% and group households making up 1.7%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which aligns with the Greater Adelaide average.

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

Educational qualifications in Fulham lag behind regional benchmarks, with 29.7% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to the SA3 area's 35.4%. This indicates potential for educational development and skill enhancement. Bachelor degrees are most common at 22.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.6%) and graduate diplomas (3.1%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 32.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificates (20.3%).

Educational participation is high, with 29.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.5% in primary education, 8.6% in secondary education, and 5.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Fulham has 14 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 18 different routes that together facilitate 904 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated highly, with residents on average located just 166 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most residents commute outwards. Cars remain the primary mode of transport, used by 88% of residents, while only 7% use buses. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, a relatively low 11.7% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 129 trips per day, equating to approximately 64 weekly trips per stop.

Fulham's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Fulham residents have relatively positive health outcomes according to health data analysed by AreaSearch. Mortality rates and health conditions in Fulham are generally in line with national benchmarks.

The prevalence of common health conditions is low across both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 55% of Fulham's total population (~1,767 people) has private health cover, compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide. Arthritis and asthma are the most common medical conditions in Fulham, affecting 8.6 and 6.3% of residents respectively. 70.9% of Fulham residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide. Working-age residents in Fulham have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 22.6% of residents aged 65 and over (727 people), higher than the 19.2% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors in Fulham are above average, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Fulham was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Fulham's population shows above-average cultural diversity, with 23.1% born overseas and 18.9% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Fulham, accounting for 56.8%, compared to 42.4% across Greater Adelaide. The top three ancestral groups are English (25.7%), Australian (22.5%), and Italian (10.1%).

Notably, Greek (4.2%) and Croatian (1.2%) populations in Fulham exceed regional averages of 2.0% and 0.5%, respectively, while Polish representation is equal to the regional average at 1.0%.

Fulham hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age in Fulham is 44 years, which exceeds Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years and is also above the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Adelaide, the cohort aged 85 and over is notably higher at 6.6% in Fulham, while those aged 25-34 are under-represented at 8.6%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 15-24 has grown from 12.5% to 13.7%, while the 45-54 age group has declined from 13.2% to 12.2%. By 2041, the population forecasts indicate that the 45-54 age cohort will expand by 127 people (32%), growing from 392 to 520 individuals. Meanwhile, the 55-64 age group is projected to decline by 10 people.