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Population
Le Hunte - Elliston has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch
Le Hunte - Elliston's population is 2,208 as of May 2026, reflecting an increase of 86 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 2,122. This growth is inferred from ABS estimated resident population of 2,207 in June 2025 and validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio is 0.20 persons per square kilometer. Le Hunte - Elliston's 4.1% growth since census is comparable to its SA4 region's 4.2%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 63.6% of overall population gains recently. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.
For areas not covered and years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category are adopted, based on 2021 data and adjusted using weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. Projected demographic shifts indicate a population increase just below Australia's non-metropolitan median by 2041, with an expected expansion of 122 persons reflecting a total increase of 5.5% over the 16 years based on latest annual ERP population numbers.
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Development
Residential development activity is lower than average in Le Hunte - Elliston according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets
Le Hunte - Elliston averaged approximately nine new dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling 49 homes. As of FY-26, seven approvals have been recorded. Despite population decline in the area, housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice. The average value of new homes being built is $236,000.
This financial year, $4.8 million in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting the area's residential character. Compared to the rest of South Australia, Le Hunte - Elliston shows moderately higher building activity, with 41.0% above the regional average per person over the five-year period. This has helped preserve reasonable buyer options while sustaining existing property demand.
All recent building activity consists of detached dwellings, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The location currently has approximately 175 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low-density market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Le Hunte - Elliston is expected to grow by 121 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.
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Infrastructure
Le Hunte - Elliston has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 28thth percentile nationally
No changes have been identified by AreaSearch that could impact the area's performance. Key projects include South Australian Road Network Maintenance, South Australia High Productivity Vehicle Network Access, SA Housing Trust Maintenance Contracts Review and Service Program, and SA Water Capital Work Delivery Contracts 2024-28.
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Enabling Infrastructure for Hydrogen Production
A national program to coordinate and deploy the enabling infrastructure required to support large-scale renewable hydrogen production across Australia. Building on the 2024 National Hydrogen Strategy and the National Hydrogen Infrastructure Assessment (NHIA), the program aligns electricity transmission, water supply, transport corridors, port and storage infrastructure with Renewable Energy Zones and prospective hydrogen hubs (Bell Bay, Darwin, Eyre Peninsula, Gladstone, Latrobe Valley, Hunter Valley, Pilbara). Two key federal mechanisms underpin delivery. The Hydrogen Headstart program provides up to 4 billion AUD in long-term revenue support via production credits, with Round 2 (2 billion AUD administered by ARENA) opening for Expressions of Interest in October 2025 with EOIs closing 8 December 2025. The Hydrogen Production Tax Incentive (HPTI), legislated through the Future Made in Australia (Production Tax Credits and Other Measures) Act 2025 which received Royal Assent on 14 February 2025, provides an uncapped refundable tax offset of 2 AUD per kilogram of eligible renewable hydrogen for up to 10 years between 1 July 2027 and 30 June 2040 for projects reaching final investment decision by 2030. The HPTI is jointly administered by the ATO and Clean Energy Regulator and requires certification under the Guarantee of Origin scheme. Round 1 of Hydrogen Headstart shortlisted six projects representing more than 3.5 GW of electrolyser capacity, with 814 million AUD ultimately awarded.
Enabling Digital Health Services for Regional and Remote Australia
A national digital infrastructure program under the Digital Health Blueprint 2023-2033 designed to provide equitable healthcare access for regional and remote Australians. The initiative is currently rolling out the 'Share by Default' legislative framework, which mandates the uploading of pathology and diagnostic imaging reports to My Health Record starting July 2026. Current 2026 milestones include the launch of the Digital Health Implementer Hub to accelerate software conformance and the implementation of the National Allied Health Digital Uplift Plan to integrate allied health practitioners into the national digital ecosystem.
SA Water Capital Work Delivery Contracts 2024-28
SA Water's record $3.3 billion capital delivery program for the 2024-28 regulatory period, covering water and wastewater infrastructure across South Australia. The program targets water main replacements, sewerage network upgrades, dam upgrades, water tank refurbishments, and treatment process upgrades across metropolitan and regional areas. A central $1.5 billion component supports the South Australian Premier's Housing Roadmap, expanding network capacity to unlock up to 40,000 new allotments, with major focus on Adelaide's northern growth corridors including Angle Vale, Riverlea, and Roseworthy. Six major framework partners (Fulton Hogan Utilities, John Holland and Guidera O'Connor JV, McConnell Dowell and Diona JV, BMD, Diona, and Leed Engineering and Construction) are delivering works across approximately 120 projects. In Year 1 (to June 2025), $681.6 million in capital was invested. The program runs to June 2028.
SA Housing Trust Maintenance Contracts Review and Service Program
Statewide maintenance and service contracts for SA Housing Trust public housing properties, covering reactive maintenance, vacancy restoration and minor works across metropolitan and regional South Australia. The program is delivered by Spotless Facility Services, RTC Facilities Maintenance and Torrens Facility Management. A 2024 SA Government review examined payment, timeliness, dispute resolution and contract performance issues, and the government provided additional funding to accelerate maintenance and upgrades on vacant public housing homes.
Bulk Water Supply Security
Nationwide program led by the National Water Grid Authority to improve bulk water security and reliability for non-potable and productive uses. Activities include strategic planning, science and business cases, and funding of state and territory projects such as storages, pipelines, dam upgrades, recycled water and efficiency upgrades to build drought resilience and support regional communities, industry and the environment.
National EV Charging Network (Highway Fast Charging)
Partnership between the Australian Government and NRMA to deliver a backbone EV fast charging network on national highways. Program funds and co-funds 117 DC fast charging sites at roughly 150 km intervals to connect all capital cities and regional routes, reducing range anxiety and supporting EV uptake.
Network Optimisation Program - Roads
A national program concept focused on improving congestion and reliability on urban road networks by using low-cost operational measures and technology (e.g., signal timing, intersection treatments, incident management) to optimise existing capacity across major city corridors.
South Australian Road Network Maintenance
An initiative to address the growing backlog in maintenance on South Australia's roads, aiming to enhance safety, reduce costs for users, and ensure road network resilience through strategic investment.
Employment
Le Hunte - Elliston has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks
Le Hunte - Elliston has a balanced workforce with diverse sector representation. As of December 2025, the unemployment rate is 4.1%. The area has seen relative employment stability over the past year.
In December 2025, 1,164 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.6% below Regional SA's rate of 5.7%. Workforce participation is well beyond standard at 67.5%, compared to Regional SA's 58.3%. According to Census responses, a moderate 21.6% of residents work from home. Key industries of employment among residents are agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and education & training.
The area shows strong specialization in agriculture, forestry & fishing with an employment share of 2.9 times the regional level. Conversely, manufacturing has lower representation at 1.6% versus the regional average of 9.3%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. In the 12-month period ending December 2025, labour force increased by 2.0%, while employment declined by 0.2%, causing unemployment to rise by 2.1 percentage points. This contrasts with Regional SA where employment rose by 0.7% and unemployment rose by 2.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest local employment should increase by 4.8% over five years and 10.9% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to Le Hunte - Elliston's employment mix.
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Income
Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch
The Le Hunte - Elliston SA2's median income among taxpayers in financial year 2023 was $49,244. The average income stood at $65,392 during the same period. For Regional SA, these figures were $48,920 and $58,933 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $54,252 (median) and $72,042 (average). Census data indicates personal income ranks at the 35th percentile ($734 weekly), while household income sits at the 15th percentile. The earnings band of $1,500 - 2,999 captures 29.8% of the community, with 657 individuals falling within this range. This is consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region showing 27.5% in the same category. Housing costs are modest, with 93.7% of income retained. However, total disposable income ranks at just the 27th percentile nationally.
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Housing
Le Hunte - Elliston is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
In Le Hunte - Elliston, as per the latest Census evaluation, 97.2% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 2.8% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with Regional SA's figures of 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Le Hunte - Elliston stood at 56.3%, with mortgaged properties making up 23.6% and rented dwellings accounting for 20.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $867, lower than Regional SA's average of $1,153. Weekly rent in Le Hunte - Elliston was recorded at $150, compared to Regional SA's figure of $220. Nationally, mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863, and rents stood at $375.
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Household Composition
Le Hunte - Elliston features high concentrations of lone person households, with a fairly typical median household size
Family households constitute 65.9% of all households, including 26.3% couples with children, 32.9% couples without children, and 5.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 34.1%, with lone person households at 32.1% and group households comprising 1.9%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which aligns with the Regional SA average.
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Local Schools & Education
Le Hunte - Elliston faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally
The area's university qualification rate is 13.2%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.6%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.5%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 35.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (8.7%) and certificates (26.9%). Educational participation is high at 29.3%, comprising primary education (15.5%), secondary education (8.1%), and tertiary education (1.3%).
Educational participation is notably high, with 29.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 15.5% in primary education, 8.1% in secondary education, and 1.3% pursuing tertiary education.
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Transport
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Health
Le Hunte - Elliston'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
Health data for Le Hunte - Elliston residents shows positive outcomes overall. Mortality rates and health conditions align with national benchmarks, with low prevalence of common health issues across both younger and older age groups.
Private health cover stands at approximately 52% of the total population (~1,145 people), slightly lower than Regional SA's 48.9%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 8.7% of residents) and asthma (7.5%), with 69.2% reporting no medical ailments, compared to 62.5% across Regional SA. Health outcomes among working-age individuals are typical. The area has 21.6% of residents aged 65 and over (477 people), lower than Regional SA's 27.1%. Senior health outcomes are strong, ranking higher than the general population nationally.
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Cultural Diversity
The latest Census data sees Le Hunte - Elliston placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics
Le Hunte-Elliston was found to have a cultural diversity below average, with 89.5% of its population being citizens, 94.4% born in Australia, and 98.8% speaking English only at home. The predominant religion in Le Hunte-Elliston is Christianity, comprising 53.3% of the population, compared to 45.2% across Regional SA. In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups are Australian (36.0%), English (30.4%), and German (9.1%).
Notably, Lebanese ethnicity is overrepresented at 0.3%, Australian Aboriginal at 2.4%, and Scottish at 7.7%.
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Age
Le Hunte - Elliston hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average
Le Hunte - Elliston's median age as of 2021 is 44 years, which is slightly younger than Regional South Australia's median age of 47 but significantly higher than the Australian median age of 38. The age profile shows that 5-14 year-olds make up a prominent 14.1% of the population, while the 75-84 group constitutes only 6.0%, which is smaller compared to Regional South Australia's figure. Post-2021 Census data indicates that the 15-24 age group has grown from 8.1% to 12.0% of the population, while the 35-44 cohort has increased from 11.5% to 13.2%. Conversely, the 55-64 cohort has declined from 17.1% to 14.5%, and the 25-34 group has dropped from 10.4% to 8.5%. Demographic modeling suggests that Le Hunte - Elliston's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to grow steadily, expanding from 131 people in 2021 to an estimated 189 people by 2041, a growth of 57 people or 44%. In contrast, population declines are projected for the 5-14 and 65-74 age cohorts.