Area profile · Greater Adelaide
Modbury Heights has an estimated 19,888 residents, up 3.3% since the 2021 Census, with 41 projects tracked in the area around Modbury Heights.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 15 kilometres north-northeast from Adelaide CBD, the Modbury Heights Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an established residential community characterised by a picturesque, family-oriented setting, tree-lined streets with traditional and modern architecture, and a stable demographic base with a median age of 41. As of Aug 2026, the area's estimated resident population stands at approximately 19,888. This reflects an addition of 640 people (3.3%) since the 2021 Census recorded 19,248 people, an increase substantiated by an official Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 19,813 reported by the ABS as of June 2025 alongside 131 validated new addresses.
Economic and household indicators demonstrate solid stability, characterised by a below-average unemployment rate, substantial home ownership among mortgage holders, and a predominance of married families. The local workforce exhibits strong representation across key sectors including public administration, education, and utilities.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 21,013 in 2001 and 19,813 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 19,888 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 14.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 35.4%.
Modbury Heights ranks in the 77th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 75th for health.
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 Modbury Heights is $613 a week, up 1.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 8% above Greater Adelaide.
8% above Greater Adelaide on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $395 in 2020, $624 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $326 in 2020, $526 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $613 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +1.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $624 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +1.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $526 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +2.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Tea Tree Gully | $609 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Tea Tree Gully, over 12 months | +4.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Adelaide - North | $566 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Adelaide - North, over 12 months | +5.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Adelaide | $570 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Adelaide, over 12 months | +6.2% | 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 |
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Status of the 85 tracked applications: 20 approved, 61 under assessment, 4 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 41 projects in and around Modbury Heights, 7 of them under construction.
Proposed expansion and refurbishment of the Wynn Vale Grove Shopping Centre including upgraded retail tenancies, expansion of the existing…
Sunnybrook Estate is a boutique residential land subdivision in the established Sunnybrook precinct of Wynn Vale.
Completed council-led redevelopment delivering a new two-storey clubroom facility for Modbury Sporting Club at Ridgehaven, jointly funded…
Modern retirement accommodation featuring Livable Housing Design Australia Gold Accreditation.
A planning policy review and code amendment initiated by the City of Tea Tree Gully to update development standards and zoning overlays for…
A large, master-planned residential community completed in stages over two decades, featuring over 1,100 homes, wetlands, and parks.
Boutique development of 25 contemporary park-facing townhomes overlooking Australia Reserve.
Enhancements to Illyarrie Reserve, a major park in Surrey Downs.
The $117 million major upgrade of Modbury Hospital includes a state-of-the-art Health Precinct with a brand-new Cancer Centre featuring 12…
A 48-lot residential estate between Aristotle Close and Golden Grove Road, featuring the new Plato Place street.
A major retail and entertainment precinct upgrade featuring expanded dining options, premium cinema complex with Lux screens, entertainment…
Junction upgrade at Main North Road and Target Hill Road in Salisbury Heights to improve access and traffic flow.
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Estimated completion year of the 12 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 2, 2027 3, 2028 1, 2029 0, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 3 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 85 substantial development applications lodged in and around Modbury Heights over the past 5 years, 55 in the last 12 months; 61 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 0, 2022 9, 2023 5, 2024 11, 2025 7, 2026 (to Oct) 53.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 85 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 55 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 63 | ABS building approvals | 66th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 20 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 61 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Modbury Heights SA2 include: Wynn Vale Grove Shopping Centre Redevelopment (Planning); Tea Tree Gully Sustainable Sewers Program (Construction); Sunnybrook Estate (Construction); Modbury Sporting Club building project (Completed); and Valley View Golf Course Residential Release (Stage 3 & 4) (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Modbury Heights SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Residential Development, and Retail, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Modbury Heights SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 13th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Modbury Heights recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Modbury Heights SA2 area has seen 147 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Modbury Heights SA2's current population of 19,888 has been supported by 63 approvals on average over recent years.
The Modbury Heights SA2 has seen 3.2 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.5 approvals in Greater Adelaide. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 300 people in the Modbury Heights SA2, compared to one for every 122 in Greater Adelaide.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Modbury Heights SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 63, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Modbury Heights SA2 has grown by approximately 323 people, while 313 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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.
Modbury Heights is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 19,888 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,007 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 70th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 19,248 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 640 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 9.91 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Modbury Heights SA2 was estimated to be approximately 19,888 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 19,813 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The modbury heights sa2 has added approximately 640 people and shown a 3.33% increase from the 19,248 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Modbury Heights SA2 is estimated at 2,007 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Modbury Heights SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.3% per annum.
Population growth in the Modbury Heights SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (66.5%), Natural increase (33.5%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 66.5% of overall population gains.
Modbury Heights's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 59th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 22.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 49.7% | 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 | 41 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Modbury Heights SA2 at 41 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 41 years as at August 2026, Modbury Heights is 2 years older than the Greater Adelaide 2021 Census average (39 years) and 3 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Modbury Heights SA2 compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 12.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Modbury Heights SA2 compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.6% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Modbury Heights SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Adelaide.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.1% of the population in the Modbury Heights SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 21.6% of the population in the Modbury Heights SA2 as at August 2026.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $57,535 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $63,943 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,657 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $787 | 2021 Census, weekly | 46th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 18.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,004 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 21.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Modbury Heights SA2 is approximately $61,643. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $57,535.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Modbury Heights SA2 is approximately $68,509. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $63,943.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Modbury Heights SA2 is approximately $61,643 compared to $62,352 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $57,535 and $58,197 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Modbury Heights SA2 is approximately $68,509 compared to $76,380 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $63,943 and $71,290 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Modbury Heights SA2's households (~35.4% / 2,595 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Modbury Heights SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 35.4% of households. In comparison, Greater Adelaide's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.8% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Modbury Heights SA2 is $1,657/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Modbury Heights SA2 is $2,004/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Modbury Heights SA2 is $787/wk.
The Modbury Heights SA2's income level is below the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Modbury Heights SA2's median income among taxpayers is $57,535 and the average income stands at $63,943, which compares to figures for Greater Adelaide's of $58,197 and $71,290 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.14% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $61,643 (median) and $68,509 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Modbury Heights SA2 is $6,248 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The modbury heights sa2's disposable income is $6,248 compared to $5,698 for Greater Adelaide, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Modbury Heights ranks among the top 23% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 66.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 10,542 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 15,522 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 10,811 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Modbury Heights SA2 has approximately 10,542 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.5%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Modbury Heights SA2 stands at 2.5%, which is 1.4 percentage points below Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Modbury Heights SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.9% of employment), retail trade (10.7%), and education & training (10.7%). Other significant employers include construction and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Modbury Heights SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Adelaide saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Modbury Heights SA2 is 66.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Adelaide average of 66.4%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Adelaide.
The modbury heights sa2 shows notable specialisation in public administration & safety, which employs 9.0% of the local workforce compared to 7.4% across Greater Adelaide. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The modbury heights sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 0.5% decline, ranking 22nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Modbury Heights ranks slightly above average for education relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 15.0% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 21.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 26.3% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.0% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 39.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
21.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Modbury Heights SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 28.9% in Greater Adelaide.
39.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Modbury Heights SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.0% in Greater Adelaide.
The modbury heights sa2 ranks in the 58th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Modbury Heights SA2 are: Certificate (26.3%), Bachelor Degree (15.0%), Advanced Diploma (12.0%).
26.7% of the population in the Modbury Heights SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.3% in primary school, 6.9% in secondary school, 4.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Modbury Heights SA2 is 1048, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 7 schools within the Modbury Heights SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 4,664 students.
The modbury heights sa2 includes 5 primary schools, 2 combined schools.
Modbury Heights features high concentrations of single parent families but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Adelaide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 22.0% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 34.3% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.5% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 7,336 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 7,580 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 76.1% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Modbury Heights SA2 had 7,336 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.3% to an estimated 7,580 households today.
The average household size in the Modbury Heights SA2 is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.5 in Greater Adelaide and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 76.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (22.0%), group households (1.8%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 5,583 family households, couples with children account for 34.3% of all households, couples without children at home 28.5%, and single parent families 12.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Adelaide, the Modbury Heights SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 76.1% (versus 68.6% in Greater Adelaide). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 22.0% compared to 27.7% in Greater Adelaide. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Modbury Heights SA2 have an average of 1.6 children, slightly above the Greater Adelaide average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 52.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 30.4% have never married. This compares to 45.7% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Adelaide.
Single-person households represent 22.0% of all households in the Modbury Heights SA2, notably lower than the average for Greater Adelaide of 27.7%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.8% of households, below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Modbury Heights was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 26.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 16.2% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 83.8% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 90.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 73.2% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
Modbury Heights was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 16.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 26.8% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Modbury Heights, at 43.4% of people, although more residents (48.0%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 2.5% of the population, compared to 1.8% across Greater Adelaide.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Modbury Heights are English, comprising 31.0% of the population, Australian, comprising 24.0% of the population, and Other, comprising 7.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Polish is notably overrepresented at 1.3% of Modbury Heights (vs 1.0% across Greater Adelaide), German at 5.7% (vs 5.1%) and Hungarian at 0.4% (vs 0.3%).
26.8% of the Modbury Heights SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 28.7% across Greater Adelaide.
16.2% of the population in the Modbury Heights SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.2% in Greater Adelaide.
1.0% of the Modbury Heights SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.2% in Greater Adelaide.
90.2% of the Modbury Heights SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 86.3% in Greater Adelaide.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Modbury Heights 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 | 18.4% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 37.0% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 91.2% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,500 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 27th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 44.6% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $330 | 2021 Census, weekly | 35th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 21st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Modbury Heights SA2, 37.0% of homes are owned outright, 44.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 18.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 91.2% of dwellings in the Modbury Heights SA2 are houses.
In the Modbury Heights SA2, 0.7% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 8.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Modbury Heights SA2 stands at 37.0%, compared to 32.1% in Greater Adelaide.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Modbury Heights SA2 is $1,500, compared to $1,562 in Greater Adelaide.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Modbury Heights SA2 is $932, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Modbury Heights SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Modbury Heights SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Modbury Heights SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.9% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Adelaide), while renters spend 19.9% of income on rent (vs 20.7% in Greater Adelaide).
The dwelling mix in the Modbury Heights SA2 consists of 91.2% detached houses, 8.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.7% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Modbury Heights consumes approximately 13.0% of median household income ($7,175 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Modbury Heights show attached dwellings contributing 22% of approvals compared to 9% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 78% of applications versus 91% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Modbury Heights's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 49.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 26th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 66.9% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.6% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
Around 49.6% of people in the Modbury Heights SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Greater Adelaide.
In the Modbury Heights SA2, 5.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.6% of people in Greater Adelaide require similar assistance.
8.0% of people in the Modbury Heights SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.7% of the population across Greater Adelaide is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.3% of the Modbury Heights SA2 population, while in Greater Adelaide, 4.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.9% of people in the Modbury Heights SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Adelaide,3.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Modbury Heights SA2, 49.6% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Adelaide sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 53.3%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 60 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 60th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 102 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,334 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 55th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 195 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 29 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 10.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 102 public transport stops within the Modbury Heights SA2.
The Modbury Heights SA2 has 2,334 weekly trips across 29 routes, averaging 333 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 199 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 424 m away and the nearest school 552 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 102 stops nearby, 2,334 weekly trips, access rating 60 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 71 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 71st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 424 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 552 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 656 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 683 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 735 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 766 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 819 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Modbury Heights recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Modbury Heights has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 13th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Modbury Heights is $613 a week, +1.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Modbury Heights is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Modbury Heights's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
Modbury Heights ranks among the top 23% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
Modbury Heights ranks slightly above average for education relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Modbury Heights features high concentrations of single parent families but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Adelaide.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Modbury Heights was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Modbury Heights is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Modbury Heights's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Modbury Heights has an estimated 19,888 residents, up 3.3% since the 2021 Census, with 41 projects tracked in the area around Modbury Heights.
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 Modbury Heights.
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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.
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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 (402051053). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
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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 Modbury Heights 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 Modbury Heights 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.