Grant

Grant has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Grant's population was approximately 6,515 as of May 2026. This figure represents an increase of 377 people (6.1%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,138 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 6,505 from the ABS as of June 2025 and an additional 55 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3.9 persons per square kilometer. Grant's growth rate of 6.1% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area's (4.9%) and Rest of SA, indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 61.7% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered and years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. Population projections indicate an increase just below Australia's non-metropolitan median to 2041, with the area expected to expand by 269 persons, reflecting a gain of 4.0% over the 16 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Grant recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Grant has averaged approximately 30 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, with a total of 150 homes approved between FY21 and FY25. As of FY26, 14 dwellings have been approved thus far. On average, 1.6 people have moved to the area for each dwelling built during this period, indicating a balanced supply-demand market that supports stable conditions.

The average construction cost value of new homes is $277,000. In FY26, there have been commercial approvals totalling $19.2 million, reflecting moderate levels of commercial development. Grant's construction rates per person are similar to those in the Rest of SA, contributing to market stability aligned with regional patterns.

Of approved dwellings, 95% are detached houses and 5% are medium or high-density housing, preserving the area's low-density character and attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 222 people per dwelling approval, Grant exhibits characteristics of a low-density area. By 2041, Grant is projected to grow by approximately 259 residents based on AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate. Given current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand effectively, offering favorable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 28 projects that could affect this region. Notable ones include Lakes Park Estate, Limestone Estate Residential Development, Blue Lake Solar Lighting Renewal Project, and Blue Lake Sports Park Master Plan Implementation. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Grant ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Grant has a balanced workforce with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. Over the past year, there was an estimated employment growth of 2.6%.

As of December 2025, 3,271 residents are employed. The unemployment rate in Grant is 3.6% lower than Regional SA's rate of 5.7%, with workforce participation at 60.4%. A low 12.6% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and construction.

Agriculture, forestry & fishing has notable concentration, with employment levels at 1.8 times the regional average. Health care & social assistance is under-represented, at 10.4% compared to Regional SA's 13.9%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census working population vs resident population data. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 2.6%, labour force increased by 3.5%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.8 percentage points. In Regional SA, employment grew by 0.7%, labour force expanded by 3.1%, and unemployment rose by 2.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Grant's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.1% over five years and 11.3% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The median taxpayer income in Grant SA2 was $53,126 and the average was $62,470 according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. This is lower than national averages compared to Regional SA's median income of $48,920 and average income of $58,933. By March 2026, based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.17%, estimated incomes would be approximately $58,529 (median) and $68,823 (average). Census 2021 income data shows Grant's household, family, and personal incomes ranked modestly between the 40th and 47th percentiles. The majority of residents, 34.8% or 2,267 people, fell within the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, similar to regional levels at 27.5%. Housing costs were manageable with 90.4% retained, but disposable income was below average at the 48th percentile.

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

Grant's dwelling structure, as evaluated in the latest Census, consisted of 96.2% houses and 3.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Compared to Regional SA, which had 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings, Grant's housing structure was more dominated by houses. Home ownership in Grant stood at 44.9%, higher than Regional SA's level. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (42.3%) or rented (12.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,300, surpassing the Regional SA average of $1,153. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent figure in Grant was recorded at $200, lower than Regional SA's figure of $220. Nationally, Grant's median monthly mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Grant has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 76.2% of all households, including 31.8% couples with children, 36.6% couples without children, and 7.2% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 23.8%, with lone person households making up 22.2% and group households comprising 1.4%. The median household size is 2.5 people, larger than the Regional SA average of 2.3.

Grant faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 12.3%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.6%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.4%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.3%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 38.6% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas comprise 7.7% and certificates make up 30.9%.

Educational participation is high, with 36.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 16.5% in primary education, 11.1% in secondary education, and 1.9% pursuing tertiary education.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

Grant's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Health data shows Grant residents have relatively positive health outcomes. AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and health conditions indicates results largely align with national benchmarks.

Common health conditions are seen across both young and old age cohorts at a fairly standard level. Approximately 50% of the total population (~3,283 people) has private health cover, compared to the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are arthritis and asthma, affecting 9.1 and 7.7% of residents respectively. 68.9% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 62.5% across Regional SA. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 22.5% of residents aged 65 and over (1,465 people), lower than the 27.1% in Regional SA. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

The latest Census data sees Grant placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Grant was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 79.5% of its population being citizens, 91.4% born in Australia, and 97.8% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Grant is Christianity, which makes up 42.8% of people in Grant, compared to 45.2% across Regional SA. In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Grant are Australian comprising 33.7%, English comprising 32.0%, and Scottish comprising 9.0%.

Notably, German is overrepresented at 6.9% compared to 8.2% regionally, Dutch at 1.8% compared to 1.3%, and South Australian at 0.3% compared to 0.2%.

Grant hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Grant's median age is 45, which is slightly below Regional SA's figure of 47 but notably above Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to the regional average, Grant has a higher proportion of individuals aged 45-54 (14.3%) and a lower proportion of those aged 75-84 (7.3%). Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group increased from 5.3% to 7.3%, while the 15-24 cohort grew from 9.8% to 10.9%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group decreased from 12.1% to 10.8%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Grant's age structure. The number of individuals aged 85 and above is projected to more than double, increasing by 144 people (117%) from 123 to 268. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 78% of population growth, highlighting demographic aging trends. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 5-14 and 55-64 age cohorts.