Area profile · Rest of SA
Mannum has an estimated 7,115 residents, up 7.9% since the 2021 Census, with 81 projects tracked in the area around Mannum.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Order a reportDraw your own catchment
You are viewing the free Snapshot. Dashboard puts rankings, rents, projects and services on one screen, and Full adds every chapter with charts and maps. Dashboard and Full are included with AreaSearch Operator and Pro, or unlocked by the area's Area Expert. You need to log in to open them.
Free with an AreaSearch account. Pro is not needed.Free. Built in your browser.
01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Mannum Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 68 kilometres east of the Adelaide CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates the population at approximately 7,115, up from 6,594 people at the 2021 Census. That represents an increase of 521 people (7.9%). The change is derived from the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 7,013 as of June 2025, together with 295 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area is marked by strong outright home ownership, a low average household size, affordable housing options, and an above-average number of children per family. It also has a notable share of residents aged 55 to 64 and an elevated 65 to 74 demographic, with lone person households and couples without children prominent. Education levels tend to be lower, income sits in the lower quartile, and population growth shows moderate expansion patterns.
Set along the banks of the Murray River in South South Australia, Mannum offers a picturesque and charming ambiance, framed by rolling hills, lush vegetation and striking cliff faces.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 5,925 in 2001 and 7,012 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 7,115 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 19.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $400 - 799, 34.2%.
Mannum ranks in the 76th percentile nationally for development activity and the 49th for population growth.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Mannum is $392 a week, up 5.5% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 6% below Regional SA.
6% below Regional SA on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $226 in 2020, $424 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $204 in 2020, $320 in 2025. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $392 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $424 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +9.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Murray and Mallee | $421 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Murray and Mallee, over 12 months | +7.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional SA | $415 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional SA, over 12 months | +8.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, SA | $546 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, SA, over 12 months | +6.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
See the development applications we track, then draw your own catchment and map retailers, health, schools and more.
Status of the 145 tracked applications: 61 approved, 73 under assessment, 11 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
Add retailers, health, schools and development applications around Mannum, then export the list.
The map builder can plot
AreaSearch tracks 81 projects in and around Mannum, 30 of them under construction.
Mannum Waters is a 178-hectare master-planned waterfront community on the Murray River at Mannum, South Australia.
Stage 1 of South Australia's High Productivity Vehicle Network (HPVN) program, delivering the Greater Adelaide Freight Bypass (GAFB)…
$12 million upgrade of the freight route between Sedan and Murray Bridge, including 39km of shoulder sealing, bridge widening and…
$5.48 million upgrade delivering refurbished learning spaces and amenities, two covered outdoor learning areas with connected courtyards…
The Murray Bridge Residential Growth Areas Code Amendment was approved in February 2026, rezoning approximately 97.5 hectares across three…
The $46 million refurbishment of the historic 1879 Old Murray Bridge includes repainting for corrosion protection, stone abutment repairs…
Public dental clinic providing services to eligible children and adults in the Murray Bridge region, funded through a federal health…
A comprehensive 5-stage redevelopment of the Murray Bridge Soldiers Memorial Hospital.
$1.1 million Schools Upgrade Fund project at Murray Bridge South Primary School, delivering upgrades to the school's toilet block and new…
Capital works program delivering a new two storey middle school and special education building, a new technical studies building…
A long term riverfront transformation of Sturt Reserve in Murray Bridge into a premier regional destination on Ngarrindjeri Country.
Pathways Estate is a small residential land subdivision on Melaleuca Way in Murray Bridge, developed by AVJennings.
Images marked AI impression are illustrative only and not photographs of the project; follow the project links for actual imagery. Original imagery? Contact us.
Estimated completion year of the 44 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 10, 2027 12, 2028 11, 2029 1, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 2, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 1. 13 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 145 substantial development applications lodged in and around Mannum over the past 5 years, 69 in the last 12 months; 73 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 7, 2022 23, 2023 17, 2024 19, 2025 12, 2026 (to Oct) 67.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 145 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 69 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 14.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 91st percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 101 | ABS building approvals | 79th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 61 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 73 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Mannum SA2 include: Mannum Waters Residential Marina (Construction); High Productivity Vehicle Network (HPVN) (Planning); and Summerfield Battery (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Mannum SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Transport & Logistics, and Energy.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Mannum SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 6th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Mannum among the top 24% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Mannum SA2 area has seen 263 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Mannum SA2's current population of 7,115 has been supported by 101 approvals on average over recent years.
The long-run outlook for development is part of AreaSearch Operator and Pro. Log in to see the forecast detail in Full.
Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Mannum SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 101, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Mannum SA2 has grown by approximately 361 people, while 507 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.7 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Mannum has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,115 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 11th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 6,594 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 521 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3,287.90 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Mannum SA2 was estimated to be approximately 7,115 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 7,013 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The mannum sa2 has added approximately 521 people and shown a 7.90% increase from the 6,594 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Mannum SA2 is estimated at 2 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Mannum SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Mannum SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (83.9%), Overseas migration (16.1%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 83.9% of overall population gains.
Mannum ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 55 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 96th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 35.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 43.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 55 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 8.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 6.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 8.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 18.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 19.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Mannum SA2 at 55 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 55 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 55 years as at August 2026, Mannum is 8 years older than the Regional SA 2021 Census average (47 years) and 17 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Mannum SA2 compared to the Regional SA region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 19.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Mannum SA2 compared to the Regional SA region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 6.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Mannum SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional SA. The most over-represented age group is 65-74 year-olds (19.4% vs 14.3%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (6.5% vs 10.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 12.1% of the population in the Mannum SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 35.7% of the population in the Mannum SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 3% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $45,587 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 5th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $55,019 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $901 | 2021 Census, weekly | 1st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $505 | 2021 Census, weekly | 4th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 6.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,223 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 45.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Mannum SA2 is approximately $48,842. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $45,587.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Mannum SA2 is approximately $58,947. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $55,019.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Mannum SA2 is approximately $48,842 compared to $55,532 in Regional SA. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $45,587 and $51,831 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Mannum SA2 is approximately $58,947 compared to $66,859 in Regional SA. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $55,019 and $62,403 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Mannum SA2's households (~34.2% / 958 households) is the $400 - 799 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Mannum SA2 is the $400 - 799 group, representing about 34.2% of households. In comparison, Regional SA's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 27.5% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Mannum SA2 is $901/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Mannum SA2 is $1,223/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Mannum SA2 is $505/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Mannum SA2 is lower than average on a national basis, with the median assessed at $45,587 while the average income stands at $55,019. This contrasts to Regional SA's figures of a median income of $51,831 and an average income of $62,403. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.14% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $48,842 (median) and $58,947 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Mannum SA2 is $3,402 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The mannum sa2's disposable income is $3,402 compared to $4,535 for Regional SA, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Mannum has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 51.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,027 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 6,508 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,184 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Mannum SA2 has approximately 3,027 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.9%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Mannum SA2 stands at 4.9%, which is broadly in line with Regional SA's rate of 5.2%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Mannum SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are agriculture, forestry & fishing (18.6% of employment), health care & social assistance (12.7%), and construction (9.8%). Other significant employers include retail trade and manufacturing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Mannum SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional SA saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Mannum SA2 is 51.3%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional SA average of 58.3%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The mannum sa2 shows notable specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which employs 18.6% of the local workforce compared to 14.5% across Regional SA. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
The long-run outlook for employment is part of AreaSearch Operator and Pro. Log in to see the forecast detail in Full.
The mannum sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 13.6% growth, ranking 3rd out of 37 regions nationally.
Mannum faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 10.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 33.8% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 47.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 23.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
10.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Mannum SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 13.9% in Regional SA.
47.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Mannum SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 47.1% in Regional SA.
The mannum sa2 ranks in the 9th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Mannum SA2 are: Certificate (33.8%), Advanced Diploma (8.5%), Bachelor Degree (7.8%).
23.4% of the population in the Mannum SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.0% in primary school, 6.9% in secondary school, 1.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Mannum SA2 is 955, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the Mannum SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 580 students.
The mannum sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 2 combined schools.
Mannum features high concentrations of couples without children and lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional SA.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.1 people | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 34.8% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 17.2% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 35.6% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,801 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,022 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 62.8% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.0 per family | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Mannum SA2 had 2,801 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.9% to an estimated 3,022 households today.
The average household size in the Mannum SA2 is 2.1 people. This compares to 2.3 in Regional SA and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 62.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (34.8%), group households (2.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,759 family households, couples with children account for 17.2% of all households, couples without children at home 35.6%, and single parent families 9.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional SA, the Mannum SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Mannum SA2 have an average of 2.0 children, slightly above the Regional SA average of 1.9. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 46.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.3% have never married. This compares to 47.9% married and 31.7% never married across Regional SA.
Single-person households represent 34.8% of all households in the Mannum SA2, similar to the average for Regional SA of 31.3%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.4% of households, in line with the Regional SA average of 2.4%.
The latest Census data sees Mannum placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 98.1% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.8% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 87.9% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
Mannum was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 88.8% of its population being citizens, 87.9% born in Australia, and 98.1% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Mannum, at 46.3% of people, although more residents (52.2%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.1% of the population, compared to 0.0% across Regional SA.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Mannum are English, comprising 33.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 31.2% of the population, and German, comprising 12.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 1.3% of Mannum (vs 1.3% across Regional SA), Welsh at 0.5% (vs 0.5%) and Polish at 0.6% (vs 0.4%).
12.1% of the Mannum SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 12.4% across Regional SA.
1.9% of the population in the Mannum SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 5.7% in Regional SA.
1.8% of the Mannum SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.3% in Regional SA.
88.8% of the Mannum SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.3% in Regional SA.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Mannum is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 17.6% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 51.1% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 94.2% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,083 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 10th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 31.3% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $215 | 2021 Census, weekly | 8th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 23.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 76th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 27.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 78th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Mannum SA2, 51.1% of homes are owned outright, 31.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 17.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 94.2% of dwellings in the Mannum SA2 are houses.
In the Mannum SA2, 0.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 2.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Mannum SA2 stands at 51.1%, compared to 41.6% in Regional SA.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Mannum SA2 is $1,083, compared to $1,153 in Regional SA.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Mannum SA2 is $502, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Mannum SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 27.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 23.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Mannum SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Mannum SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 27.7% of income on repayments (vs 22.4% in Regional SA), while renters spend 23.9% of income on rent (vs 18.5% in Regional SA).
The dwelling mix in the Mannum SA2 consists of 94.2% detached houses, 2.1% semi-detached dwellings, 0.5% apartments, and 3.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Mannum consumes approximately 12.9% of median household income ($3,901 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Mannum show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 6% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 94% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Health performance in Mannum is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 46.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 7th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 57.5% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 68.0% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
Around 46.7% of people in the Mannum SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 49.2% in Regional SA.
In the Mannum SA2, 8.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 7.0% of people in Regional SA require similar assistance.
7.6% of people in the Mannum SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional SA is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 6.7% of the Mannum SA2 population, while in Regional SA, 5.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.4% of people in the Mannum SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional SA,4.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Mannum SA2, 46.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional SA sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 49.2%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 23 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 25 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 25th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 20 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 3rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 281 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 6 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 13.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 25 public transport stops within the Mannum SA2.
The Mannum SA2 has 20 weekly trips across 6 routes, averaging 2 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 4203 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 5.7 km away and the nearest child care centre 6.6 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 25 stops nearby, 20 weekly trips, access rating 23 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 28 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 28th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 5.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 6.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 10.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 12.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 12.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 12.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 12.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 15.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 29.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 29.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 34.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA).
Short silent previews of sample pages. Sector reports are ordered for a catchment you draw, not for the suburb as a whole.
05Reports and tools
Order a report and find more tools.
An area report on Mannum is built to order and emailed to you.
Ordered reports
More sectors are coming soon for suburbs and areas. The order window shows the estimate before you place the order.
Order a reportShort silent previews of sample pages. Base and Child Care can be ordered for Mannum.
06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Mannum among the top 24% of areas assessed nationwide.
Mannum has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 6th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Mannum is $392 a week, +5.5% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Mannum has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Mannum ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 3% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Mannum has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally.
Mannum faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Mannum features high concentrations of couples without children and lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional SA.
The latest Census data sees Mannum placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Mannum is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Mannum is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Mannum has an estimated 7,115 residents, up 7.9% since the 2021 Census, with 81 projects tracked in the area around Mannum.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Mannum.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (407031164). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jul 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Mannum from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Mannum with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
