Millicent

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

As of February 2026, Millicent's population is approximately 5,441, indicating an increase of 196 people since the 2021 Census. This growth represents a 3.7% rise from the previous population count of 5,245. The estimated resident population in June 2024 was 5,411, with an additional 58 validated new addresses recorded after the Census date contributing to this increase. This results in a population density ratio of 30 persons per square kilometer. Interstate migration accounted for approximately 73.4% of Millicent's overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch employs ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years beyond 2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category are adopted, based on 2021 data and adjusted using weighted aggregation methods from LGA to SA2 levels. Future demographic trends anticipate lower quartile growth for national regional areas. Based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, Millicent is expected to grow by 157 persons by 2041, reflecting a total gain of 2.3% 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, 5 approvals have been recorded. The average number of new residents per year arriving for each new home in Millicent was around 0.3 between FY-21 and FY-25. This indicates that new construction is meeting or exceeding demand, providing more options for buyers and potentially enabling population growth beyond current expectations.

The average value of newly constructed properties in the area is $262,000. In FY-26, Millicent has recorded $4.5 million in commercial development approvals, reflecting its primarily residential nature. Compared to Rest of SA, Millicent has significantly less development activity, with 50.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing homes, which is also below national averages, suggesting possible planning constraints or area maturity. Recent development in Millicent has been exclusively detached houses, preserving its low-density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers.

The estimated population density is 675 people per dwelling approval, indicating a quiet, low-activity development environment. AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate projects Millicent to gain 127 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 limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 6thth percentile nationally

Three projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to impact the area significantly: Stringy Bark Drive Residential Subdivision, Wattle Range Council General Code Amendment, Limestone Coast Hydrogen Hub (LCH2), and Lower Limestone Coast Water Allocation Plan. These projects are detailed below as they are likely to be most relevant.

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

Millicent's workforce comprises an equal mix of white and blue-collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors prominent. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. As of September 2025, 2,329 residents are employed, with a 0.6% lower unemployment rate than Rest of SA's 5.3%.

Workforce participation stands at 53.2%, below Rest of SA's 58.5%. Census data shows 6.1% work from home. Dominant sectors include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. Manufacturing employs 1.7 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing is at 8.8%, lower than Rest of SA's 14.5%.

Labour force levels increased by 1.5% from September 2024 to September 2025, with employment decreasing by 0.5%, leading to a 1.9 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. National employment forecasts (May-25) project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Millicent's mix suggests local employment should increase by 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

The Millicent SA2's median income among taxpayers in financial year 2023 was $46,585. The average income stood at $56,590 during the same period. These figures are lower than those for Rest of SA, which were $48,920 and $58,933 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since financial year 2023, estimated median income is approximately $50,684 as of September 2025, with average income projected at around $61,570 during the same period. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Millicent fell between the 3rd and 7th percentiles nationally for households, families, and individuals. The predominant income bracket spans 30.0% of locals (1,632 people) earning $400 - $799 weekly, unlike regional trends where 27.5% fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 range. Lower income households are prevalent, with 40.5% earning below $800 weekly, indicating affordability pressures for many residents. Despite modest housing costs allowing retention of 88.7% of income, total disposable income ranks at just the 6th 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 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Millicent was 42.7%, similar to Non-Metro SA's level. The remaining dwellings were mortgaged (32.0%) or rented (25.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Millicent was $910, lower than Non-Metro SA's average of $1,153 and significantly below the national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent figure in Millicent was recorded at $175, substantially lower than Non-Metro SA's $220 and the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 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 account for the remaining 37.0%, with lone person households at 35.7% and group households making up 1.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.2 people, 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 disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 7.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.1%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 39.2% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 7.1% and certificates at 32.1%.

A substantial 24.6% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 10.5% in primary, 8.0% in secondary, and 1.7% in tertiary education.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

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, as indicated by AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, affecting both younger and older age groups.

Private health cover is low at approximately 48% of the total population (around 2,584 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, impacting 11.5% and 9.6% of residents respectively. However, 58.0% of residents report having no medical ailments, compared to 62.5% in the rest of South Africa. Working-age population health is a notable concern due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 29.4% of residents aged 65 and over (1,598 people), higher than the 27.1% in the rest of South Africa. Health outcomes among seniors present further challenges, with national rankings even worse than those for 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 cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 88.9% of its population born in Australia, 91.9% being citizens, and 96.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion in Millicent, comprising 39.6% of people there. However, the most notable overrepresentation was in Other religions, which made up 0.6% of Millicent's population compared to 0.8% across Rest of SA.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups represented were Australian at 34.2%, English at 33.1%, and Scottish at 7.9%. Notably, Dutch ancestry was overrepresented in Millicent at 2.2% (compared to 1.3% regionally), German at 5.1% (compared to 8.2%), and Italian at 3.0% (compared to 1.7%).

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

Millicent's median age is 49, which is higher than the Rest of South Africa 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 (12.3%) but fewer residents aged 35-44 (8.3%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 8.2% to 10.2% of the population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 13.1% to 11.2%, and the 35 to 44 group has dropped from 9.8% to 8.3%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections reveal significant shifts in Millicent's age structure. The 75 to 84 group is projected to grow by 37%, reaching 758 people from 552. The aging population dynamic is clear, with those aged 65 and above comprising 90% of the projected growth. Conversely, both the 5 to 14 and 0 to 4 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.