Area profile · Greater Adelaide
Parafield Gardens has an estimated 18,707 residents, up 1.3% since the 2021 Census, with 11 projects tracked in Parafield Gardens.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Parafield Gardens Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 16 kilometres north from Adelaide CBD. Its population is approximately 18,707 as of Aug 2026, according to AreaSearch, compared with 18,467 people at the 2021 Census. This assessment draws on the latest ERP (Estimated Resident Population) figure from the ABS and new addresses added since the Census. The area has a younger profile, with a median age of 36, and shows moderate population expansion. Its population includes a high share of people born overseas, and the area is highly culturally diverse.
Parafield Gardens Statistical Area (Lv2) is characterised by elevated manufacturing employment, a notable administrative employment base, and a pronounced logistics and transport employment presence. Household size is above average, while income levels fall in the lower quartile. Housing options are affordable. Together, these features describe a community-focused area with a strong cultural mix and a moderate growth outlook.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 14,950 in 2001 and 18,589 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 18,707 (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, 14.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 34.4%.
Parafield Gardens ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 64th for population growth.
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 Parafield Gardens is $600 a week, up 5.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 5% above Greater Adelaide.
5% above Greater Adelaide on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $360 in 2020, $600 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $340 in 2020, $498 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $600 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $600 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Salisbury | $566 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Salisbury, over 12 months | +5.6% | 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 87 tracked applications: 33 approved, 48 under assessment, 6 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 11 projects in Parafield Gardens (2 under construction) and 52 more in the surrounding area.
Masterplanned residential subdivision known as The Glades at Parafield Gardens, delivering more than 250 new house-and-land allotments off…
Development of 4 public housing homes as part of the South Australian government's public housing improvement program, with additional 5…
Proposed expansion of Edenfield Family Care at Parafield Gardens to add residential aged care capacity, including memory support…
Premier retirement lifestyle village featuring 210 modern homes with resort-style recreational facilities.
A $10 million facility upgrade including a new building with gymnasium, food technology teaching facilities, amenities, refurbished music…
Ongoing expansion of the 65-hectare Technology Park Adelaide precinct at Mawson Lakes, managed by Renewal SA on behalf of the South…
A $6.3 million upgrade delivering a new single storey modular building with three classrooms and a two room visual arts suite, plus…
A state-of-the-art childcare centre providing nurturing and educational environments for children from 0 to 5 years, with capacity for up…
Completed expansion and modernisation of the Edenfield Family Care aged care facility.
A $31 million residential development by M2 Custom Homes on 1.12ha, delivering 45 new three-bedroom, energy-efficient homes, with 38…
Upgrade and facelift of a 40+ year old substation to improve reliability and capacity in the local electricity network, including…
Addition of 9 new bus stops and service changes to routes 411 and 404R to improve public transport access in Parafield Gardens.
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Estimated completion year of the 24 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 6, 2027 5, 2028 5, 2029 2, 2030 3, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 10 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 87 substantial development applications lodged in and around Parafield Gardens over the past 5 years, 50 in the last 12 months; 48 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 4, 2022 9, 2023 6, 2024 8, 2025 12, 2026 (to Oct) 48.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 87 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 50 | 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 | 59 | ABS building approvals | 64th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 33 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 48 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Parafield Gardens SA2 include: The Glades, Parafield Gardens (Stage 8+) (Construction); Public Housing Builds in Parafield Gardens (Construction); Edenfield Family Care Parafield Gardens Aged Care Expansion (Proposed); Parafield Gardens High School Major Upgrades (Completed); and Parafield Gardens Primary School Major Upgrades (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Parafield Gardens SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Education & Training, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Parafield Gardens SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 10th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Parafield Gardens compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Parafield Gardens SA2 area has seen 172 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Parafield Gardens SA2's current population of 18,707 has been supported by 59 approvals on average over recent years.
The Parafield Gardens 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 224 people in the Parafield Gardens SA2, compared to one for every 122 in Greater Adelaide.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Parafield Gardens SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 59, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the Parafield Gardens SA2 has seen 296 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
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.
Population growth drivers in Parafield Gardens are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 18,707 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,662 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 80th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 18,467 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 240 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 7.03 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Parafield Gardens SA2 was estimated to be approximately 18,707 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 18,589 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The parafield gardens sa2 has added approximately 240 people and shown a 1.30% increase from the 18,467 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is estimated at 2,661 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Parafield Gardens SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.0% per annum.
Population growth in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (74.0%), Natural increase (26.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 74.0% of overall population gains.
Parafield Gardens's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 27th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.6% | 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 | 36 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Parafield Gardens SA2 at 36 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 36 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 36 years as at August 2026, Parafield Gardens is 3 years younger than the Greater Adelaide 2021 Census average (39 years) and 2 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Parafield Gardens SA2 compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 13.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Parafield Gardens SA2 compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 5.6% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Adelaide.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.6% of the population in the Parafield Gardens SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.4% of the population in the Parafield Gardens SA2 as at August 2026.
Income figures position the area below 83% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $50,448 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 17th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $55,009 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,384 | 2021 Census, weekly | 27th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $585 | 2021 Census, weekly | 10th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 10.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,512 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 26.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is approximately $54,050. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $50,448.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is approximately $58,937. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $55,009.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is approximately $54,050 compared to $62,352 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $50,448 and $58,197 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is approximately $58,937 compared to $76,380 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $55,009 and $71,290 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Parafield Gardens SA2's households (~34.4% / 2,112 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 34.4% 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 Parafield Gardens SA2 is $1,384/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is $1,512/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is $585/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Parafield Gardens SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $50,448 with the average level standing at $55,009. This is below the national average and compares to levels of $58,197 and $71,290 across Greater Adelaide respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.14% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $54,050 (median) and $58,937 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is $5,038 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The parafield gardens sa2's disposable income is $5,038 compared to $5,698 for Greater Adelaide, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment drivers in Parafield Gardens are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 19% of areas assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 60.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 8,286 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 15,231 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,861 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Parafield Gardens SA2 has approximately 8,286 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.5%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Parafield Gardens SA2 stands at 6.5%, which is 2.6 percentage points above Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.0% of employment), manufacturing (10.9%), and retail trade (10.6%). Other significant employers include construction and transport, postal & warehousing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Parafield Gardens SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing 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 Parafield Gardens SA2 is 60.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Greater Adelaide average of 66.4%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The parafield gardens sa2 shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 10.9% of the local workforce compared to 7.0% across Greater Adelaide. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The parafield gardens sa2's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 0.5% decline, ranking 22nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Parafield Gardens: university qualifications 18.9%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 976.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 18.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 22.1% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 7.5% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 51.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
18.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Parafield Gardens SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 28.9% in Greater Adelaide.
51.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Parafield Gardens SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.0% in Greater Adelaide.
The parafield gardens sa2 ranks in the 27th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Parafield Gardens SA2 are: Certificate (22.1%), Bachelor Degree (13.2%), Advanced Diploma (7.5%).
31.1% of the population in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.8% in primary school, 7.4% in secondary school, 5.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is 976, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 6 schools within the Parafield Gardens SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,594 students.
The parafield gardens sa2 includes 4 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.
Parafield Gardens features high concentrations of single parent families and couples with children but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Adelaide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 20.4% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 38.1% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 21.9% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 15.2% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 6,141 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 6,221 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 76.8% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Parafield Gardens SA2 had 6,141 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.3% to an estimated 6,221 households today.
The average household size in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.5 in Greater Adelaide and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 76.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (20.4%), group households (2.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,716 family households, couples with children account for 38.1% of all households, couples without children at home 21.9%, and single parent families 15.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Adelaide, the Parafield Gardens SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 76.8% (versus 68.6% in Greater Adelaide). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 20.4% 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 Parafield Gardens SA2 have an average of 1.8 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 48.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 35.4% have never married. This compares to 45.7% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Adelaide.
Single-person households represent 20.4% of all households in the Parafield Gardens 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 2.7% of households, below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Parafield Gardens is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 42.5% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 46.3% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 53.7% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 83.6% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 57.5% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
Parafield Gardens scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 42.5% of its population born overseas and 46.3% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Parafield Gardens was found to be Christianity, which makes up 36.4% of people in Parafield Gardens. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 7.6% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.4%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Parafield Gardens are Other, comprising 22.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Adelaide's 9.7%, English, comprising 20.2% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Adelaide's 27.8%, and Australian, comprising 19.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Vietnamese is notably overrepresented at 5.9% of Parafield Gardens (vs 1.2% across Greater Adelaide), Polish at 1.3% (vs 1.0%) and Indian at 6.1% (vs 2.3%).
42.5% of the Parafield Gardens SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 28.7% across Greater Adelaide.
46.3% of the population in the Parafield Gardens SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.2% in Greater Adelaide.
1.9% of the Parafield Gardens SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.2% in Greater Adelaide.
83.6% of the Parafield Gardens SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 86.3% in Greater Adelaide.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Parafield Gardens is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Adelaide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 29.3% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 28.8% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 89.5% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,382 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 41.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $300 | 2021 Census, weekly | 26th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 59th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 39th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Parafield Gardens SA2, 28.8% of homes are owned outright, 41.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 29.3% are rented.
According to the latest data, 89.5% of dwellings in the Parafield Gardens SA2 are houses.
In the Parafield Gardens SA2, 2.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 8.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Parafield Gardens SA2 stands at 28.8%, compared to 32.1% in Greater Adelaide.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is $1,382, compared to $1,562 in Greater Adelaide.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is $959, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Parafield Gardens SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 23.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.7% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Parafield Gardens SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Parafield Gardens SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 23.0% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Adelaide), while renters spend 21.7% of income on rent (vs 20.7% in Greater Adelaide).
The dwelling mix in the Parafield Gardens SA2 consists of 89.5% detached houses, 8.4% semi-detached dwellings, 2.1% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Parafield Gardens consumes approximately 16.0% of median household income ($5,993 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Parafield Gardens show attached dwellings contributing 27% of approvals compared to 10% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 73% of applications versus 90% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Parafield Gardens is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a slightly higher degree among older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 46.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 7th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.2% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.5% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.1% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
Around 46.7% of people in the Parafield Gardens SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Greater Adelaide.
In the Parafield Gardens SA2, 7.5% 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 Parafield Gardens SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.7% of the population across Greater Adelaide is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 6.4% of the Parafield Gardens SA2 population, while in Greater Adelaide, 4.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.3% of people in the Parafield Gardens SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Adelaide,3.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Parafield Gardens SA2, 46.7% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 46 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 46th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 71 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 57th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,095 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 36th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 262 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 18 | 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 | 5.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 71 public transport stops within the Parafield Gardens SA2.
The Parafield Gardens SA2 has 1,095 weekly trips across 18 routes, averaging 156 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 206 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 465 m away and the nearest school 558 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 71 stops nearby, 1,095 weekly trips, access rating 46 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 50 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 50th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 465 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 558 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 643 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 675 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 888 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Parafield Gardens compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Parafield Gardens has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 10th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Parafield Gardens is $600 a week, +5.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Parafield Gardens are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Parafield Gardens's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income figures position the area below 83% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
Employment drivers in Parafield Gardens are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 19% of areas assessed across Australia.
Education in Parafield Gardens: university qualifications 18.9%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 976.
Parafield Gardens features high concentrations of single parent families and couples with children but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Adelaide.
Parafield Gardens is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Parafield Gardens is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Adelaide.
Health performance in Parafield Gardens is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a slightly higher degree among older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Parafield Gardens has an estimated 18,707 residents, up 1.3% since the 2021 Census, with 11 projects tracked in Parafield Gardens.
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 Parafield Gardens.
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Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 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.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
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 (402041043). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
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 (Aug 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 Parafield Gardens 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 Parafield Gardens 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.
