Millicent
Statistical Area - sa2

Millicent has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

As of November 2025, Millicent's population is approximately 5457. This figure represents an increase of 212 people from the 2021 Census count of 5245, reflecting a growth rate of 4%. The increase was inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 5411 as of June 2024 and an additional 54 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density of approximately 30 persons per square kilometer. Millicent's growth rate of 4% is within 1.4 percentage points of the SA3 area (5.4%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Interstate migration contributed approximately 73.4% to overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary population growth in the area.

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 and years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category are adopted, based on 2021 data and released in 2023, adjusted using a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Future demographic trends suggest lower quartile growth for national regional areas. Based on the latest population numbers, Millicent is expected to grow by approximately 157 persons by 2041, representing an overall gain of about 2% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Millicent, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Millicent averaged approximately 13 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 66 homes. As of FY-26, 4 approvals have been recorded. On average, 0.3 new residents per year arrived for each new home constructed between FY-21 and FY-25. This pace matches or exceeds demand, offering buyers more options while supporting population growth that could surpass current projections.

The average construction value of new properties was $262,000. In FY-26, $4.5 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, indicating Millicent's primarily residential nature. Compared to the Rest of SA, Millicent has significantly less development activity, 50.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing homes. Nationally, Millicent's level is also below average, suggesting maturity and possible planning constraints.

Recent development comprised entirely of detached houses preserves Millicent's low density nature, attracting space-seeking buyers. With an estimated 675 people per dwelling approval, Millicent has a quiet, low activity development environment. Population forecasts indicate Millicent will gain 111 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Millicent has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 23rdth percentile nationally

Three projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to impact the area: Stringy Bark Drive Residential Subdivision, Wattle Range Council General Code Amendment, Limestone Coast Hydrogen Hub (LCH2), and Lower Limestone Coast Water Allocation Plan.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Millicent faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

Millicent has a balanced workforce with representation from both white and blue collar jobs. Manufacturing and industrial sectors are prominent, with an unemployment rate of 4.1%.

As of June 2025, there are 2,298 employed residents, which is 0.5% lower than Rest of SA's rate of 4.6%. Workforce participation in Millicent stands at 49.0%, compared to Rest of SA's 54.1%. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. Manufacturing employs 1.7 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing employs only 8.8% of local workers, below Rest of SA's 14.5%.

Analysis from AreaSearch using SALM and ABS data shows that over the year to June 2025, Millicent's labour force decreased by 2.2%, with employment falling by 3.6%, leading to a 1.3 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. In contrast, Rest of SA saw employment fall by 1.2% and unemployment rise by 1.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth varies significantly between sectors. Applying these projections to Millicent's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 5.4% over five years and 12.2% over ten years.

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

Millicent's median income in financial year 2022 was $45,065. The average income stood at $56,371 during the same period. According to AreaSearch data aggregated by the ATO, these figures compare to Rest of SA's median and average incomes of $46,889 and $56,582 respectively. Based on a 12.83% growth in wages from financial year 2022 to September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $50,847 (median) and $63,603 (average) by that date. The 2021 Census reported that household, family, and personal incomes in Millicent fell between the 3rd and 7th percentiles nationally. Income brackets indicate that 30.0% of locals (1,637 people) predominantly earn within the $400 - $799 category, unlike regional trends where 27.5% fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 range. Lower income households are notably prevalent, with 40.5% earning below $800 weekly. While housing costs are modest, allowing for 88.7% of income to be retained, total disposable income ranks at just the 7th percentile nationally.

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

Millicent's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 86.2% houses and 13.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Non-Metro SA had 87.6% houses and 12.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Millicent was higher at 42.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 32.0% and rented ones at 25.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $910, below Non-Metro SA's average of $1,083. The median weekly rent in Millicent was $175, compared to Non-Metro SA's $205. Nationally, Millicent's mortgage repayments were lower at $910 than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Millicent features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 63.0% of all households, including 20.6% couples with children, 30.8% couples without children, and 10.3% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 37.0%, with lone person households at 35.7% and group households comprising 1.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Rest of SA average of 2.3.

Millicent faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 9.7%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both challenges and opportunities for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 7.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.1%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 39.2% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 7.1% and certificates at 32.1%.

A total of 24.6% of the population is actively engaged in formal education, including 10.5% in primary, 8.0% in secondary, and 1.7% in tertiary education. Millicent's four schools have a combined enrollment of 814 students. The area offers varied educational conditions with three primary schools and one secondary school serving distinct age groups.

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Health performance in Millicent is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Millicent faces significant health challenges with various conditions affecting both younger and older residents. The private health cover rate is low at approximately 48%, or around 2,619 people, compared to the national average of 55.3%.

Arthritis and asthma are the most common medical conditions in Millicent, impacting 11.5% and 9.6% of residents respectively. However, 58.0% of Millicent residents report having no medical ailments, which is lower than the 65.5% reported across Rest of SA. Millicent has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 28.8%, or 1,571 people, compared to the 23.3% in Rest of SA. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Millicent perform better than those of the general population.

Millicent is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Millicent's population showed low cultural diversity, with 88.9% born in Australia, 91.9% being citizens, and 96.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion, practiced by 39.6%. The 'Other' religious category had a higher proportion in Millicent (0.6%) compared to the Rest of SA (0.5%).

For ancestry, Australian (34.2%), English (33.1%), and Scottish (7.9%) were the top groups. Notably, Dutch (2.2% vs 1.7%), German (5.1% vs 6.4%), and Italian (3.0% vs 2.0%) ethnicities were overrepresented compared to regional averages.

Millicent hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Millicent's median age is 49, which is higher than the Rest of SA figure of 47 and substantially exceeds the national norm of 38. Compared to Rest of SA, Millicent has a higher concentration of residents aged 15-24 (12.4%) but fewer residents aged 35-44 (8.5%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 8.2% to 9.6% of Millicent's population. Conversely, the 35 to 44 cohort has declined from 9.8% to 8.5%, and the 45 to 54 group has dropped from 13.1% to 11.8%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Millicent's age structure. Notably, the 75 to 84 group is projected to grow by 45%, reaching 758 people from 522 currently. The aging population trend is clear, with those aged 65 and above comprising 91% of projected growth. Conversely, both the 5 to 14 and 0 to 4 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.