Paradise - Newton

Population growth drivers in Paradise - Newton are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Paradise - Newton's population is approximately 23,029 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 1,428 people from the 2021 Census total of 21,601, reflecting a growth rate of 6.6%. The change can be inferred from ABS's estimated resident population of 22,746 in June 2024 and an additional 347 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,495 persons per square kilometer, placing Paradise - Newton in the upper quartile relative to other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, ending in June 2024, Paradise - Newton has shown resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.4%, outperforming its SA4 region. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth during this period.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category are used, based on 2021 data and adjusted employing a method of weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. According to demographic trends, Paradise - Newton is projected to have above median population growth nationally, with an expected increase of 4,709 persons by 2041, reflecting a total gain of 19.2% over the 17-year period based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Paradise - Newton among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Paradise - Newton has seen approximately 178 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling 890 homes. As of FY26, 59 approvals have been recorded. On average, each dwelling constructed between FY21 and FY25 accommodates 1.8 new residents per year. This balance supports stable market conditions with an average construction value of $255,000 per dwelling.

In FY26, commercial approvals reached $51.0 million, indicating strong commercial development momentum. Comparing new home approvals per capita against Greater Adelaide shows Paradise - Newton is comparable, supporting regional market stability. New developments consist of 61.0% standalone homes and 39.0% attached dwellings, offering options across different price points.

With around 124 people per approval, Paradise - Newton reflects a growing area. By 2041, the population is forecast to gain 4,425 residents. Current construction levels suggest adequate housing supply meeting demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially exceeding current forecasts.

Paradise - Newton has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 28thth percentile nationally

AreaSearch has identified 19 infrastructure projects that could impact the area. Key projects include Thorndon Park Reserve Master Plan Implementation (Ongoing), Chain of Trails Master Plan, Chain of Trails Master Plan, and Newton Village Shopping Centre Expansion. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Paradise - Newton remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Paradise - Newton has an educated workforce with a 4.4% unemployment rate as of September 2025. The estimated employment growth over the past year was 2.7%.

There are 12,071 residents in work while the unemployment rate is 0.5% higher than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is similar to Greater Adelaide's 61.7%. Key industries for local employment include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training, with manufacturing employing only 5.7% of workers compared to Greater Adelaide's 7.0%.

Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 2.7%, labour force grew by 3.1%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Adelaide saw employment growth of 3.0% and a fall in unemployment by 0.1 percentage points. State-level data from 25-Nov shows SA employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, with the state unemployment rate at 4.0%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project national growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Paradise - Newton's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, assuming population projections remain constant for illustrative purposes.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that median income in Paradise - Newton SA2 is $50,692 and average income is $58,423. Nationally, median income is higher at $52,592 with an average of $64,886. In Greater Adelaide, median income is $52,592 and average income is $64,886. Based on Wage Price Index growth from financial year 2022 to September 2025 (12.83%), estimated incomes for Paradise - Newton are approximately $57,196 median and $65,919 average. Census 2021 income data ranks household, family, and personal incomes in Paradise - Newton between the 30th and 32nd percentiles. Income distribution shows that 30.7% of residents (7,069 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, similar to the surrounding region at 31.8%. Housing affordability pressures are severe with only 83.5% of income remaining, ranking at the 30th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Paradise - Newton, as per the latest Census, consisted of 69.4% houses and 30.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Adelaide metro had 73.7% houses and 26.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Paradise - Newton stood at 35.2%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (32.7%) or rented (32.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,690, below Adelaide metro's average of $1,736. The median weekly rent figure was recorded as $335, compared to Adelaide metro's $345. Nationally, Paradise - Newton's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Paradise - Newton has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 66.8% of all households, including 29.0% couples with children, 25.8% couples without children, and 10.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 33.2%, with lone person households at 29.5% and group households comprising 3.7%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Paradise - Newton performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

In Paradise, as of the latest data, 32.9 percent of residents aged fifteen or older hold university degrees. This is compared to 42.2 percent in the SA4 region, indicating a gap that suggests potential for educational advancement and skill enhancement. Bachelor's degrees are the most common at 21.5 percent, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 9.2 percent and graduate diplomas at 2.2 percent. Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 27.7 percent of residents aged fifteen or older holding vocational credentials.

This includes advanced diplomas held by 9.8 percent and certificates by 17.9 percent. Educational participation is notably high, with 27.8 percent of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.9 percent in primary education, 7.1 percent in tertiary education, and 5.6 percent pursuing secondary education.

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

Paradise - Newton has 114 active public transport stops operating within its boundaries. These stops are served by a total of 72 individual bus routes. The combined weekly passenger trips facilitated by these routes amount to 5,679.

Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 185 meters to the nearest stop. On average, there are 811 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately 49 weekly trips per individual stop.

Paradise - Newton's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Newton's health metrics are close to national benchmarks. Common health conditions among Newton's general population are somewhat typical but higher than the national average for older cohorts. Approximately 49% of Newton's total population (~11,261 people) have private health cover, compared to Greater Adelaide's 51.4% and the national average of 55.3%.

The most common medical conditions in Newton are arthritis (8.2%) and mental health issues (7.0%). About 70.5% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 71.5% across Greater Adelaide. As of the latest data (2021), 20.5% of Newton's residents are aged 65 and over (4,711 people). Health outcomes among seniors in Newton require more attention than those for the broader population.

Paradise - Newton is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Paradise-Newton has a high level of cultural diversity, with 39.3% of its population born overseas and 40.5% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Paradise-Newton, making up 54.2% of the population. However, the most notable overrepresentation is in the 'Other' category, which comprises 3.7% of the population compared to 2.8% across Greater Adelaide.

The top three represented ancestry groups are Italian at 20.5%, English at 17.1%, and Australian at 15.4%. Notably, Greek is overrepresented at 3.1% in Paradise-Newton compared to 2.8% regionally, Korean at 0.9% (vs 1.0%), and Indian at 4.7% (vs 3.9%).

Paradise - Newton's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Paradise - Newton's median age is 39 years, matching the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and closely aligned with Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Paradise - Newton has a notably higher proportion of 25-34 year-olds (16.4%) and a lower proportion of 15-24 year-olds (11.1%). According to the 2021 Census, the 35-44 age group increased from 13.4% to 15.0%, while the 75-84 cohort decreased from 8.2% to 7.4%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Paradise - Newton's age profile. The 45-54 cohort is projected to grow by 35%, adding 891 residents to reach 3,448. The 55-64 group is expected to grow by 6%, adding 138 residents.