Ingle Farm

An assessment of population growth drivers in Ingle Farm reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Ingle Farm's population was approximately 16,342 as of May 2026, according to AreaSearch's analysis. This figure represents a growth of 661 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 15,681. The increase is inferred from an estimated resident population of 16,270 in June 2025 and 144 new addresses validated since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,199 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Ingle Farm's growth rate of 4.2% since the 2021 census surpassed the SA3 area's growth rate of 3.9%, indicating it as a regional growth leader. Overseas migration accounted for approximately 98.7% of overall population gains recently.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for each SA2 area. For areas not covered and years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category from 2023 (based on 2021 data) are adopted with adjustments made using weighted aggregation methods. By 2041, Ingle Farm is projected to grow by approximately 1,133 persons, reflecting a total increase of 6.5% over the 16-year period based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Ingle Farm among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Ingle Farm has recorded approximately 112 residential properties granted approval per year over the past five financial years, totalling 561 homes. As of FY-26130 approvals have been recorded. The area has seen an average of 1.1 people moving to it for each dwelling built annually between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating a balanced supply and demand dynamic with stable market conditions. New homes are being constructed at an average expected cost of $203,000, below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers.

In FY-26, $5.9 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's predominantly residential nature. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Ingle Farm records 95.0% more new home approvals per person, offering buyers greater choice. The building activity shows 92.0% standalone homes and 8.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character focused on family homes. With approximately 160 people per approval, Ingle Farm reflects a low-density area.

According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Ingle Farm is expected to grow by 1,061 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Ingle Farm has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 24thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 22 projects likely influencing the region. Notable initiatives include Walkleys Road Corridor, Gardenia Drive Aged Care Expansion, Pooraka Enterprise Park Expansion - Stage 2 (Various Sites), and Gawler Line Electrification & Level Crossing Removals. The following list details those most relevant.

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Ingle Farm has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Ingle Farm has a skilled workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 4.5% as of December 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 1.1% over the past year. As of that date, 7,644 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 0.7% higher than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation in Ingle Farm lagged at 59.4%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 66.0%. According to Census responses, only 6.9% of residents worked from home, potentially impacted by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key industries employing Ingle Farm residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Notably, transport, postal & warehousing has employment levels at 1.5 times the regional average.

However, professional & technical services are under-represented, with only 5.0% of the workforce compared to Greater Adelaide's 7.3%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment in Ingle Farm increased by 1.1%, while labour force increased by 1.0%, with unemployment remaining essentially unchanged. In contrast, Greater Adelaide experienced employment growth of 4.2% and labour force growth of 3.9%, along with a 0.3 percentage point drop in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer insight into potential future demand within Ingle Farm. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Ingle Farm's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localised population projections.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

The Ingle Farm SA2's income level is lower than average nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Ingle Farm SA2 is $50,628 and the average income stands at $55,339, compared to Greater Adelaide's figures of $54,808 and $66,852 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $55,777 (median) and $60,967 (average) as of March 2026. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes in Ingle Farm all fall between the 19th and 23rd percentiles nationally. Income analysis reveals 32.8% of the population, consisting of 5,360 individuals, fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region showing 31.8% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.4% of income remaining, ranking at the 24th percentile nationally.

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

Ingle Farm's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census data, consisted of 87.7% houses and 12.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Adelaide metro's 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Ingle Farm stood at 34.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.6% and rented ones at 26.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,408, lower than Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. Median weekly rent in Ingle Farm was $310, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Ingle Farm's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Ingle Farm has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 69.9% of all households, including 29.2% couples with children, 25.9% couples without children, and 13.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.1%, with lone person households at 27.3% and group households comprising 2.9%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which aligns with the Greater Adelaide average.

Educational outcomes in Ingle Farm fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

Ingle Farm residents aged 15+ have a university degree rate of 20.9%, compared to Australia's 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 14.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational credentials are held by 34.2% of residents, with advanced diplomas at 9.0% and certificates at 25.2%. Educational participation is high, with 27.8% currently enrolled in formal education, including 10.1% in primary, 6.9% in secondary, and 4.9% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.1% in primary education, 6.9% in secondary education, and 4.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Ingle Farm has 106 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 34 different routes that collectively facilitate 1,983 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically residing just 188 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential zone, most inhabitants commute outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation for 87% of residents, while buses are used by 10%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling in the area.

According to the 2021 Census, only 6.9% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 283 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 18 weekly trips per individual stop. The provided map illustrates the 100 nearest stops relative to the location's centrepoint.

Health performance in Ingle Farm is well below average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Ingle Farm faces significant health challenges, as per AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are substantial, affecting both younger and older age groups. The rate of private health cover is notably low at approximately 47% (around 7,746 people), compared to Greater Adelaide's 52.7% and the national average of 55.7%.

Arthritis and mental health issues are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 9.7% and 8.4% of residents respectively. Conversely, 65.1% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to Greater Adelaide's 67.9%. Working-age residents exhibit a higher prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 19.7% (3,224 people) of residents aged 65 and over. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, largely aligning with national rankings.

Ingle Farm 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

Ingle Farm has a high level of cultural diversity, with 34.2% of its population born overseas and 30.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Ingle Farm, accounting for 42.7% of the population. However, the most significant overrepresentation is seen in the 'Other' category, which makes up 4.2% of Ingle Farm's population compared to 1.8% across Greater Adelaide.

The top three ancestry groups in Ingle Farm are English (25.1%), Australian (22.1%), and Other (14.5%). Notably, certain ethnic groups have higher representations than the regional averages: Polish at 1.1% (vs 1.0%), Indian at 5.0% (vs 2.3%), and Filipino at 2.5% (vs 1.0%).

Ingle Farm's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Ingle Farm is 40 years, similar to Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years but somewhat older than Australia's median age of 38 years. The 75-84 age group comprises 9.2% of Ingle Farm's population, higher than Greater Adelaide's percentage, while the 65-74 cohort makes up 7.8%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 75-84 age group has increased from 7.8% to 9.2%, and the 25-34 cohort has risen from 13.4% to 14.6%. Conversely, the 65-74 cohort has decreased from 11.1% to 7.8%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Ingle Farm, with the 85+ group expected to grow by 77%, reaching 774 people from 436. Meanwhile, the 75-84 cohort is projected to decline by 99 people.