Hallett Cove

Hallett Cove is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Hallett Cove's population was 12,609 as of the 2021 Census. By November 2025, it had increased to around 12,828, a rise of 219 people (1.7%). This growth is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 12,821 in June 2024 and the addition of 7 new addresses since the Census date. The population density was 1,382 persons per square kilometer as of November 2025. Overseas migration contributed approximately 67.8% of recent population gains.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category released in 2023 based on 2021 data for areas not covered or years post-2032. Future population trends suggest lower quartile growth, with Hallett Cove expected to expand by 393 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 3.0% over the 17-year period based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Hallett Cove according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Hallett Cove averaged approximately 9 new dwelling approvals per year. Between financial years FY21 and FY25, 48 homes were approved, with an additional 8 approved so far in FY26. On average, 3.3 people moved to the area for each dwelling built over these five years.

This demand significantly outpaces supply, typically exerting upward pressure on prices and intensifying competition among buyers. New homes are being constructed at an average expected cost of $266,000. In FY26, commercial development approvals totaled $3.9 million, indicating limited focus on commercial development. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Hallett Cove has significantly less development activity, with 89.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties.

The recent development in Hallett Cove has been entirely standalone homes, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character focused on family homes appealing to those seeking space. As of now, there are approximately 3649 people per dwelling approval in the location, demonstrating an established market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Hallett Cove is expected to grow by 386 residents through to 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Hallett Cove has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 17thth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 such projects that may affect this particular region. Notable projects include Cove Point Residential Development, Hallett Cove Seaside Pool, Hallett Cove Shopping Centre Expansion & Upgrade, and Hallett Cove Pavilion Redevelopment. The following list details those expected to be most relevant.

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Employment performance in Hallett Cove ranks among the strongest 15% of areas evaluated nationally

Hallett Cove's workforce is skilled with well-represented essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 2.3% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 3.1%.

As of September 2025, 7,448 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.7% lower than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation stood at 66.3%, slightly higher than Greater Adelaide's 61.7%. Leading employment industries included health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction.

Manufacturing, however, employed only 5.8% of local workers compared to Greater Adelaide's 7.0%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data comparison between working population and resident population. Between September 2024 and 2025, employment increased by 3.1%, labour force grew by 3.3%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Adelaide saw employment growth of 3.0% with a slight decrease in unemployment rate of 0.1 percentage points. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows SA employment grew by 1.19%, adding 10,710 jobs, with the state unemployment rate at 4.0%. This compares favourably to the national unemployment rate of 4.3%, with SA's employment growth outpacing the national average of 0.14%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Hallett Cove's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

The Hallett Cove SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $54,486 and an average of $61,604 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. This was below the national average, with Greater Adelaide's median income being $52,592 and average income being $64,886. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $61,477 (median) and $69,508 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Hallett Cove cluster around the 57th percentile nationally. The earnings profile shows that 35.8% of locals (4,592 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, similar to the broader area where 31.8% are in this bracket. After housing costs, residents retain 87.5% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

The latest Census evaluated dwelling structures in Hallett Cove as 94.8% houses and 5.2% other dwellings, compared to Adelaide metro's 70.8% houses and 29.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Hallett Cove was 39.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 45.9% and rented ones at 14.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,700, aligning with Adelaide metro's average, while the median weekly rent was $380, higher than Adelaide metro's $330. Nationally, Hallett Cove's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Hallett Cove features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 80.2% of all households, including 36.0% couples with children, 33.3% couples without children, and 10.5% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 19.8%, with lone person households at 18.1% and group households at 1.6%. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.4.

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

University qualification levels in Hallett Cove are at 26.5%, slightly below the SA3 area average of 30.7%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 18.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational credentials are held by 38.7% of residents aged 15+, including advanced diplomas (12.3%) and certificates (26.4%).

Educational participation is high, with 25.5% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.9% in primary education, 6.6% in secondary education, and 5.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Hallett Cove's public transport analysis shows 93 active stops operating within the area, offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 10 individual routes, collectively facilitating 1,598 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located 211 meters from their nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 228 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 17 weekly trips per individual stop.

Hallett Cove'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

Hallett Cove residents show relatively positive health outcomes, with common conditions seen across all ages.

Private health cover stands at approximately 51%, covering about 6,490 people. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (8.5%) and asthma (7.8%), while 68.6% report no medical ailments, slightly higher than Greater Adelaide's 68.1%. As of 2021, 21.8% of residents are aged 65 and over (2,793 people), compared to Greater Adelaide's 19.2%. Seniors in Hallett Cove perform better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Hallett Cove had a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 13.8% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home and 33.5% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Hallett Cove, comprising 42.3% of the population. Notably, the 'Other' religious category made up 1.0% of Hallett Cove's population, compared to 1.6% across Greater Adelaide.

In terms of ancestry, English was the most represented group at 34.3%, higher than the regional average of 28.7%. Australian ancestry followed at 21.9%, with Scottish at 7.9%. Some ethnic groups showed significant differences: Polish was overrepresented at 1.4% compared to 1.1% regionally, Welsh at 0.9% versus 0.6%, and South African at 1.1% against 0.5%.

Hallett Cove's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Hallett Cove is 43 years, significantly higher than Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years, which is also older than Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Hallett Cove has a higher proportion of residents aged 65-74 (13.7%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (10.5%). According to the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group increased from 4.6% to 6.5% of Hallett Cove's population, while the 55 to 64 age group decreased from 15.7% to 14.3%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Hallett Cove's age structure. The 75 to 84 age group is expected to grow by 46%, reaching 1,223 people from the current 837. Notably, the combined age groups of 65 and above will account for 88% of total population growth in Hallett Cove, reflecting its aging demographic profile. Conversely, both the 55 to 64 and 25 to 34 age groups are projected to decrease in number.