Hackham West - Huntfield Heights

An assessment of population growth drivers in Hackham West - Huntfield Heights reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

As of November 2025, Hackham West - Huntfield Heights' population is approximately 8,125. This figure represents a growth of 307 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 7,818. The increase is inferred from ABS estimates: 8,092 in June 2024 and an additional 35 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a density ratio of 1,859 persons per square kilometer, higher than the national average assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate since the Census (3.9%) is close to that of its SA3 region (4.9%), indicating strong fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed about 50% of recent population gains, with other factors such as natural growth and interstate migration also positive.

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 or years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections are adopted and adjusted using weighted aggregation methods. By 2041, Hackham West - Huntfield Heights is projected to increase by approximately 728 persons, reflecting an 8.6% total growth over 17 years based on latest annual ERP population numbers.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Hackham West - Huntfield Heights recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Hackham West - Huntfield Heights has seen approximately 19 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling 96 homes. As of FY-26, six approvals have been recorded. Each dwelling built has resulted in an average of three new residents per year between FY-21 and FY-25. New homes are constructed at an average expected cost of $211,000, reflecting more affordable housing options compared to regional norms.

In the current financial year, there have been $75,000 in commercial approvals, indicating minimal commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Hackham West - Huntfield Heights shows reduced construction activity, with 51.0% fewer new homes per person on average. This scarcity typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. Nationally, the area's building activity is also below average, suggesting possible planning constraints or maturity of the area. Recent building activity consists solely of detached houses, preserving the suburban nature of the location and attracting space-seeking buyers.

The area has approximately 520 people per dwelling approval, indicating an established population. By 2041, Hackham West - Huntfield Heights is projected to grow by 695 residents, according to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate. Development activity is keeping pace with projected growth, but buyers may face increasing competition as the population expands.

Hackham West - Huntfield Heights has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 10thth percentile nationally

The performance of an area can significantly be influenced by changes to its local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified three projects that are expected to impact the area. Among these key projects are the Noarlunga Master Planning Housing Project, Pine Reserve Development - Aberfoyle Park, Noarlunga Residential Development, and Main South Road Duplication Stage 1 - Aldinga Project. The following list details those projects likely to have the most relevance.

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Employment drivers in Hackham West - Huntfield Heights are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Hackham West - Huntfield Heights has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs. Essential services sectors are well represented, with an unemployment rate of 12.6% as of September 2025.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.6%. There are 3,309 residents in work while the unemployment rate is 8.7%, significantly higher than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation lags at 51.7% compared to Greater Adelaide's 61.7%. Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

Retail trade shows notable concentration with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average. Professional & technical services show lower representation at 2.9%, compared to the regional average of 7.3%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 2.6% while labour force increased by 3.3%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Adelaide saw employment grow by 3.0%, labour force expand by 2.9%, and unemployment fall by 0.1 percentage points. State-level data to 25-Nov shows SA employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, with the state unemployment rate at 4.0%. 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 Hackham West - Huntfield Heights's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, assuming constant population projections.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022, the median income among taxpayers in Hackham West - Huntfield Heights SA2 was $43,510. The average income stood at $49,385. This is lower than the national average and compares to levels of $52,592 and $64,886 across Greater Adelaide respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $49,092 (median) and $55,721 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household incomes in Hackham West - Huntfield Heights fall between the 6th and 7th percentiles nationally. Income analysis reveals that 29.9% of the population, which is 2,429 individuals, fall within the $800 - $1,499 income range, contrasting with the region where the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket leads at 31.8%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Hackham West - Huntfield Heights, with only 80.8% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 6th percentile nationally.

Hackham West - Huntfield Heights is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Hackham West - Huntfield Heights, dwellings were 88.3% houses and 11.7% other types (semi-detached, apartments, 'other') as of the latest Census, compared to Adelaide metro's 89.2% houses and 10.7% others. Home ownership stood at 22.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 40.2% and rented at 37.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,192, lower than Adelaide's average of $1,452. Median weekly rent was $262, below Adelaide's $314 and Australia's national figure of $375. Nationally, mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,863.

Hackham West - Huntfield Heights features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 65.0% of all households, including 21.9% couples with children, 22.3% couples without children, and 19.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 35.0%, with lone person households at 31.2% and group households comprising 3.6%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Hackham West - Huntfield Heights faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rates are significantly lower than the Australian average, at 9.3% compared to 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common among residents with higher education qualifications, at 6.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications and graduate diplomas, each at 1.2%. Vocational credentials are prevalent among residents aged 15 and above, with 43.2% holding such qualifications. Advanced diplomas account for 8.1% while certificates make up 35.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 28.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.8% in primary education, 7.3% in secondary education, and 2.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis indicates 43 active stops operating within Hackham West - Huntfield Heights. These are a mix of bus services. There are 13 individual routes serving these stops, providing collectively 913 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located 218 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 130 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 21 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Hackham West - Huntfield Heights is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Critical health challenges are evident across Hackham West - Huntfield Heights. The rate of private health cover is extremely low at approximately 46% of the total population (~3745 people), compared to 48.6% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.3%. Mental health issues impact 14.0% of residents, while asthma impacts 10.9%.

Approximately 55.6% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 62.9% across Greater Adelaide. The area has 18.0% of residents aged 65 and over (1460 people), lower than the 21.0% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

Hackham West - Huntfield Heights ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Hackham West - Huntfield Heights had a cultural diversity below average, with 81.4% of its population born in Australia, 88.6% being citizens, and 93.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 34.0% of people in Hackham West - Huntfield Heights. The most significant overrepresentation was seen in 'Other', which constituted 0.8% compared to the regional average of 0.7%.

Regarding ancestry, the top three groups were English (34.2%), Australian (29.8%), and Scottish (6.2%). Notable differences existed for Dutch (1.9% vs regional 1.7%), German (5.2% vs 5.4%), and Polish (0.9% vs 0.9%) groups.

Hackham West - Huntfield Heights's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Hackham West - Huntfield Heights has a median age of 38, nearly matching Greater Adelaide's figure of 39 and Australia's median age of 38. Compared to the Greater Adelaide average, the 45-54 cohort is notably over-represented at 12.6% locally while those aged 85+ are under-represented at 1.6%. Between 2021 and present, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 5.0% to 6.0% of the population. Conversely, the 5-14 cohort has declined from 13.4% to 12.1%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Hackham West - Huntfield Heights' age profile will evolve significantly. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to expand by 169 people (34%), growing from 490 to 660 individuals. Conversely, both the 5-14 and 65-74 age groups are projected to decrease in number.