Nailsworth - Broadview
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An assessment of population growth drivers in Nailsworth - Broadview reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Nailsworth - Broadview's population is around 6,607 as of Aug 2025. This reflects an increase of 123 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,484 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 6,580 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 14 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,847 persons per square kilometer. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 72.1% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category are adopted, based on 2021 data and adjusted using weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. Considering projected demographic shifts, lower quartile growth is anticipated for statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch. The area is expected to grow by 238 persons to 2041, recording a gain of 3.0% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Nailsworth - Broadview according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Nailsworth - Broadview has granted around 14 residential property approvals annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, 74 homes were approved, with a further six approved so far in FY26. On average, each dwelling has accommodated 2.3 new residents per year over these five years, indicating strong demand that supports property values.

New homes are being constructed at an average cost of $460,000, higher than regional norms, reflecting quality-focused development. This financial year has seen $3.5 million in commercial approvals, suggesting limited commercial development focus. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Nailsworth - Broadview shows significantly reduced construction activity, with 68.0% fewer new homes per person than the regional average. This scarcity typically drives demand and prices for existing properties higher. Nationally, this activity is also below average, likely due to the area's maturity and possible planning constraints.

Recent construction consists of 91.0% standalone homes and 9.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suitable for buyers seeking space. Notably, developers are constructing more detached housing than the existing pattern implies (61.0% at Census), suggesting persistent strong demand for family homes despite densification trends. The location has approximately 568 people per dwelling approval, indicating an established market. Looking ahead, Nailsworth - Broadview is projected to grow by 197 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.

Nailsworth - Broadview has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 13thth percentile nationally

No infrastructure projects have been identified by AreaSearch that could impact the area. Among them are Prospect Lifestyle Precinct, Northern Adelaide Road Upgrades Program, New Women's and Children's Hospital, and Adelaide Level Crossings Congestion and Safety.

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Employment conditions in Nailsworth - Broadview demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Nailsworth - Broadview has a highly educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 2.8%, lower than the national average, and it experienced an employment growth of 1.1% over the past year.

As of June 2025, 3995 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.2%, below Greater Adelaide's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation is high at 69.8%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 61.7%. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. Notably, education & training has a concentration level of 1.3 times the regional average.

Conversely, manufacturing shows lower representation at 5.5% versus the regional average of 7.0%. Over the year to June 2025, employment increased by 1.1%, while labour force grew by 1.7%, resulting in a rise in unemployment rate by 0.6 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across sectors. Applying these projections to Nailsworth - Broadview's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch aggregated latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022. Nailsworth - Broadview had a median income among taxpayers of $56,940 and an average level of $80,104. These figures were among the highest in Australia, compared to Greater Adelaide's levels of $52,592 and $64,886 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year 2022, current estimates as of September 2025 would be approximately $64,245 (median) and $90,381 (average). From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Nailsworth - Broadview cluster around the 69th percentile nationally. Income analysis reveals that 31.1% of the population (2,054 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, mirroring the region where 31.8% occupy this bracket. After housing costs, residents retain 86.9% of income, reflecting strong purchasing power and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Nailsworth - Broadview displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Nailsworth - Broadview, as per the latest Census, 61.1% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 38.9% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This compares to Adelaide metro's 66.2% houses and 33.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Nailsworth - Broadview stood at 30.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 33.6% and rented ones at 36.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,820, lower than Adelaide metro's $2,000. The median weekly rent was $320, compared to Adelaide metro's $345. Nationally, Nailsworth - Broadview's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially lower than the national figure of $375.

Nailsworth - Broadview features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 66.0% of all households, including 32.5% couples with children, 23.8% couples without children, and 8.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 34.0%, with lone person households at 29.0% and group households comprising 4.8% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, which aligns with the Greater Adelaide average.

Nailsworth - Broadview shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational attainment in Nailsworth - Broadview is significantly higher than broader benchmarks. 43.1% of residents aged 15 and above hold university qualifications, compared to 25.7% in South Australia (SA) and 28.9% in the Greater Adelaide area. Bachelor degrees are most common at 28.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 10.7% and graduate diplomas at 4.2%. Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 25.8% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 10.5% and certificates at 15.3%.

Educational participation is high, with 28.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.5% in primary education, 7.6% in tertiary education, and 6.5% pursuing secondary education. Nailsworth Primary School serves the local area, with an enrollment of 562 students as of a certain date. The school focuses exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in surrounding areas. School places per 100 residents (8.5) are below the regional average (16.6), indicating some students may attend schools in adjacent areas.

Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Transport analysis shows 19 active stops operating within Nailsworth-Broadview. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, totaling 25 individual routes. They facilitate 2,107 weekly passenger trips collectively.

Residential accessibility to transport is rated good, with residents typically located 253 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 301 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately 110 weekly trips per individual stop.

Nailsworth - Broadview's residents are extremely healthy with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics indicates robust performance throughout Nailsworth - Broadview, with both younger and older age cohorts experiencing low prevalence of common health conditions. The rate of private health cover is notably high at approximately 60% of the total population (3950 people), compared to 64.0% across Greater Adelaide.

Mental health issues and arthritis are the most prevalent medical conditions in the area, affecting 7.8 and 7.1% of residents respectively. A significant majority, 72.5%, report being completely free from medical ailments, comparable to 72.6% across Greater Adelaide. The area has an 18.3% senior population (1207 people), with health outcomes among seniors particularly strong and outperforming the general population in health metrics.

Nailsworth - Broadview was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Nailsworth-Broadview has a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 28.2% of its population born overseas and 26.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Nailsworth-Broadview, making up 45.0% of its population. Hinduism is notably overrepresented, comprising 7.0% compared to the regional average of 4.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (24.2%), Australian (19.3%), and Other (9.9%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences in representation: Polish at 1.1% (regional average also 1.1%), Italian at 7.0% (vs regional 7.4%), and Greek at 3.3% (vs regional 4.3%).

Nailsworth - Broadview's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Nailsworth - Broadview has a median age of 38, nearly matching Greater Adelaide's figure of 39 and Australia's median age of 38. Compared to the Greater Adelaide average, the 65-74 cohort is notably over-represented in Nailsworth-Broadview at 11.5%, while the 75-84 year-olds are under-represented at 4.9%. Between 2021 and present, the 65-74 age group has grown from 9.6% to 11.5% of the population, and the 75-84 cohort increased from 3.6% to 4.9%. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort has declined from 15.1% to 14.2%. Demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Nailsworth-Broadview's age profile by 2041. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to grow significantly, increasing by 191 people (60%) from 321 to 513. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 92% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 0-4 and 5-14 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.