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Peterborough - Mount Remarkable has an estimated 5,412 residents, up 1.3% since the 2021 Census, with 73 projects tracked in the area around Peterborough - Mount Remarkable.
Updated 29 Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Peterborough - Mount Remarkable Statistical Area (Lv2), situated 229 kilometres north from Adelaide CBD, is a picturesque region renowned for the natural beauty of Mount Remarkable and its surrounding national parks. Renowned as a destination for outdoor recreation including hiking, rock climbing, and birdwatching, the area also centres around the historic hub of Peterborough, which features heritage architecture, art galleries, museums, and local dining options. Demographic insights as of Aug 2026 estimate the population at approximately 5,412, reflecting minimal movement since the 2021 Census figure of 5,341 based on recent ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) data and validated new addresses added across the district.
Residential patterns throughout the area are characterised by high rates of outright home ownership, affordable housing stock, and an overwhelming prevalence of standalone detached houses alongside a low median household size.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 5,996 in 2001 and 5,410 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,412 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 21.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $400 - 799, 32.1%.
Peterborough - Mount Remarkable ranks in the 25th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 18th for employment drivers.
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 Peterborough - Mount Remarkable is $341 a week, up 18.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 18% below Rest of SA.
18% below Rest of SA on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $206 in 2020, $346 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $341 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +18.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $346 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +20.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Mid North | $357 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Mid North, over 12 months | +9.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Rest of SA | $415 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Rest of SA, over 12 months | +8.0% | 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 89 tracked applications: 63 approved, 19 under assessment, 7 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 73 projects in and around Peterborough - Mount Remarkable, 22 of them under construction.
A major new touring route stretching from Silverton in New South Wales to Port Pirie.
Creation of a new national park by combining several existing conservation parks and adding new land.
The Mid North South Australia REZ Expansion would increase the capacity of the existing REZ from 1.7 gigawatts to a proposed two gigawatts.
Amp Energy's Bungama Battery Project introduces a 250MW/500MWh energy storage facility near Port Pirie, South Australia, featuring grid…
Trafigura, together with Nyrstar and the South Australian Government, announced plans in December 2021 for a commercial scale green…
Major redevelopment of the Nyrstar lead-zinc smelter at Port Pirie to implement advanced PAR (Port Pirie Advanced Recycling) technology…
Port Pirie Regional Council is progressing feasibility investigations and concept planning for a joint multi-use court sports precinct…
Green Iron SA is a consortium-led initiative developing a green iron supply chain in South Australia centered in Port Pirie.
A major redevelopment to create a modern sporting hub with upgraded facilities for various sports, including a realigned oval, new function…
Infrastructure upgrade project involving sealing of 19,350 square metres of previously unsurfaced port area with 6,100 tonnes of asphalt.
The Port Pirie Riverbank Precinct project is a multi-staged renewal of the city's foreshore area.
A state-funded partnership between the SA Government, Port Pirie Regional Council, and SA Water focused on reducing lead exposure through…
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Estimated completion year of the 20 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 3, 2027 6, 2028 3, 2029 0, 2030 2, 2031 1, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 27 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 89 substantial development applications lodged in and around Peterborough - Mount Remarkable over the past 5 years, 26 in the last 12 months; 19 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 0, 2022 20, 2023 19, 2024 12, 2025 17, 2026 (to Oct) 21.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 89 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 26 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 9 | ABS building approvals | 19th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 63 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 19 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 include: Silver to Sea Way (Construction); Wapma Thura-Southern Flinders Ranges National Park (Construction); Mid North South Australia REZ Expansion (Planning); Green Iron SA Port Pirie Hub (Planning); and Northern Water (Under Assessment). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 spans multiple sectors including Environmental & Disaster Management, Transport & Logistics, and Tourism, among others.
While specific investment values are not publicly disclosed for all projects impacting the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2, the area shows active development across multiple infrastructure categories within the broader region.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 9thth percentile.
The level of residential development activity in Peterborough - Mount Remarkable is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Dwelling approval activity in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 area has seen 17 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2's current population of 5,412 has been supported by 9 approvals on average over recent years.
The Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 has seen 0.18 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.59 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 766 people in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2, compared to one for every 154 in the broader region.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 9, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 has seen 48 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.
Peterborough - Mount Remarkable has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,412 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 6th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 5,341 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 71 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 9,643.88 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 was estimated to be approximately 5,412 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,410 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The peterborough - mount remarkable sa2 has added approximately 71 people and shown a 1.33% increase from the 5,341 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is estimated at 0 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (63.8%), Overseas migration (36.2%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 63.8% of overall population gains.
Peterborough - Mount Remarkable ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 55 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 96th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 36.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 42.5% | 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 | 55 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 8.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 5.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 8.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 17.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 21.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 4.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 at 55 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 55 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 55 years as at August 2026, Peterborough - Mount Remarkable is 8 years older than the Regional SA 2021 Census average (47 years) and 17 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 compared to the Regional SA region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 21.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 compared to the Regional SA region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 5.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 show significant variance compared to the Regional SA region. The most over-represented age group is 65-74 year-olds (21.2% vs 14.3%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (5.8% vs 10.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 13.2% of the population in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 36.2% of the population in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 3% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $42,863 a year | ATO FY-23, annual | 4th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $52,818 a year | ATO FY-23, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $931 | 2021 Census, weekly | 1st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $534 | 2021 Census, weekly | 5th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 7.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,313 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 43.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is approximately $47,222. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $42,863.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is approximately $58,190. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $52,818.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is approximately $47,222 compared to $53,895 in Regional SA. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $42,863 and $48,920 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is approximately $58,190 compared to $64,926 in Regional SA. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $52,818 and $58,933 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~32.1% / 1,737 persons) of the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2's population is the $400 - 799 cohort.
The largest income cohort in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is the $400 - 799 group, representing about 32.1% of the population. In comparison, Regional SA's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 27.5% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is $931/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is $1,313/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is $534/wk.
The Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2's income level is lower than average on a national basis according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2's median income among taxpayers is $42,863 and the average income stands at $52,818, which compares to figures for Regional SA's of $48,920 and $58,933 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $47,222 (median) and $58,190 (average) as of March 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is $3,725 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The peterborough - mount remarkable sa2's disposable income is $3,725 compared to $4,535 for Regional SA, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market performance in Peterborough - Mount Remarkable lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 53.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,357 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,943 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,529 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 has approximately 2,357 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.8%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 stands at 6.8%, which is 1.3 percentage points above Regional SA's rate of 5.5%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are agriculture, forestry & fishing (25.6% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.8%), and education & training (10.6%). Other significant employers include retail trade and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional SA saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is 53.8%, 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 Regional SA average of 58.3%, showing similar workforce dynamics to the broader region.
The peterborough - mount remarkable sa2 shows notable specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which employs 25.6% of the local workforce compared to 14.5% regionally. 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 peterborough - mount remarkable 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 experienced 0.4% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Peterborough - Mount Remarkable faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 13.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 29.5% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 47.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 24.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
13.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 13.9% in the broader region.
47.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 47.1% regionally.
The peterborough - mount remarkable sa2 ranks in the 9th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 are: Certificate (29.5%), Bachelor Degree (9.7%), Advanced Diploma (9.3%).
24.6% of the population in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, with 11.0% in primary school, 7.8% in secondary school, 1.3% at university.
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is 939, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 7 schools within the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 557 students.
The peterborough - mount remarkable sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 3 combined schools.
Peterborough - Mount Remarkable features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.1 people | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 35.6% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 17.8% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 35.8% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,212 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,241 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 62.2% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.1 per family | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 had 2,212 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.3% to an estimated 2,241 households today.
The median household size in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is 2.1 people. This compares to 2.3 in Regional SA and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 62.2% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (35.6%), group households (2.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Among the 1,375 family households, 17.8% are couples with children, 35.8% are couples without children at home, and 7.6% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional SA, the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 have an average of 2.1 children, slightly above the Regional SA average of 1.9. 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 27.5% have never married. This compares to 47.9% married and 31.7% never married across Regional SA.
Single-person households represent 35.6% of all households in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2, similar to the regional average of 31.3%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.4% of households, well below the Regional SA average of 2.4%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
The latest Census data sees Peterborough - Mount Remarkable placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 98.1% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 87.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 90.8% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
Peterborough - Mount Remarkable was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.8% of its population being citizens, 90.8% born in Australia, and 98.1% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Peterborough - Mount Remarkable was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.7% of people in Peterborough - Mount Remarkable. This compares to 45.2% across Regional SA.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Peterborough - Mount Remarkable are English, comprising 33.6% of the population, Australian, comprising 32.9% of the population, and German, comprising 8.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.6% of Peterborough - Mount Remarkable (vs 0.5% regionally), Scottish at 8.2% (vs 7.1%) and Australian Aboriginal at 3.0% (vs 3.3%).
9.2% of the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 12.4% regionally.
1.9% of the population in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 5.7% in the wider region.
3.0% of the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.3% in the region.
87.8% of the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.3% in the wider region.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Peterborough - Mount Remarkable 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 | 16.0% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 58.2% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 97.1% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $758 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 5th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 25.8% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $165 | 2021 Census, weekly | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 21st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 18.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 9th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2, 58.2% of homes are owned outright, 25.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 16.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 97.1% of dwellings in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 are houses.
In the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2, 0.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 stands at 58.2%, compared to 41.6% in Regional SA.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is $758, compared to $1,153 in Regional SA.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is $309, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 18.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.7% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 18.8% of income on repayments (vs 22.4% regionally), while renters spend 17.7% of income on rent (vs 18.5% regionally).
The dwelling mix in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 consists of 97.1% detached houses, 1.2% semi-detached dwellings, 0.4% apartments, and 1.4% other dwelling types.
Housing in Peterborough - Mount Remarkable consumes approximately 7.7% of median household income ($4,031 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Peterborough - Mount Remarkable show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 3% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 97% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Health performance in Peterborough - Mount Remarkable is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 46.3% | ATO FY 2023, private health cover | 6th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 58.5% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 68.6% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
Around 46.3% of people in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 48.9% in the broader region of Regional SA.
In the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2, 8.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 7.0% of people in Regional SA require similar assistance.
8.4% of people in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional SA is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 6.2% of the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 population, while in the surrounding region, 5.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.4% of people in the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 have heart disease. Across the region of Regional SA, 4.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2, 46.3% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional SA sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 48.9%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 25 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 25th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 15 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 15th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 31 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 5th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 361 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 10 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 16.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 15 public transport stops within the Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2.
The Peterborough - Mount Remarkable SA2 has 31 weekly trips across 10 routes, averaging 4 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 2428 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 6.9 km away and the nearest child care centre 7.0 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 15 stops nearby (15 other), 31 weekly trips, access rating 25 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 16 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 16th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 6.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 7.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 11.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 11.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 11.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 12.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 24.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 36.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 54.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 55.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 58.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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The level of residential development activity in Peterborough - Mount Remarkable is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Peterborough - Mount Remarkable has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 9thth percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Peterborough - Mount Remarkable is $341 a week, +18.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Peterborough - Mount Remarkable has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
Peterborough - Mount Remarkable ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 3% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market performance in Peterborough - Mount Remarkable lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
Peterborough - Mount Remarkable faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Peterborough - Mount Remarkable features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size.
The latest Census data sees Peterborough - Mount Remarkable placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Peterborough - Mount Remarkable is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Peterborough - Mount Remarkable is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Peterborough - Mount Remarkable has an estimated 5,412 residents, up 1.3% since the 2021 Census, with 73 projects tracked in the area around Peterborough - Mount Remarkable.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-23 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 29 Aug 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 Peterborough - Mount Remarkable.
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Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2023 and projects to Jul 2025. 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 29 Aug 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).
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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 (405031121). 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 2025) and income (FY 2023). 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 Peterborough - Mount Remarkable 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 Peterborough - Mount Remarkable 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.