Area profile · Greater Adelaide
Plympton has an estimated 28,812 residents, up 8.8% since the 2021 Census, with 44 projects tracked in the area around Plympton.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Plympton Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 5.3 kilometres southwest of the Adelaide CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is around 28,812 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 2,332 people (8.8%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 26,480 people. This change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 28,617 from the ABS as of June 2025, together with 493 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area shows a strong presence of semi-detached homes, an above-average renting population, a notable 25 to 34 year old demographic, an elevated healthcare employment base, a low average household size and pronounced administrative employment.
Residents include a high proportion of young adults, largely living in group households, and the area shows strong population growth patterns. The suburb is known for its rich history and heritage, with an abundance of charming character homes and welcoming streets.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 21,279 in 2001 and 28,617 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 28,812 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 21.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33.3%.
Plympton ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 86th for development activity.
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 Plympton is $580 a week, up 9.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 2% above Greater Adelaide.
2% above Greater Adelaide on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $432 in 2020, $662 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $294 in 2020, $483 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +9.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $662 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +1.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $483 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +6.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, West Torrens | $564 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, West Torrens, over 12 months | +8.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Adelaide - West | $585 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Adelaide - West, over 12 months | +5.8% | 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 344 tracked applications: 159 approved, 173 under assessment, 12 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 44 projects in and around Plympton, 21 of them under construction.
Renewal SA is offering a prime 3,650my development-ready site in Adelaide's western suburbs, ideal for a small-scale medium density…
Adelaide Airport has broken ground on the next phase of its Airport Junction freight and logistics precinct, releasing 27 hectares of…
A major infrastructure initiative to remove three high-traffic level crossings on the Glenelg tram line by constructing new elevated tram…
Removal of the Glenelg tram line level crossings at Marion Road and Cross Road, Plympton, by constructing a tram overpass across both roads…
Two code amendments rezoning nearly 14 hectares from recreation and horse-related uses to urban neighbourhood zones.
Removing the level crossings at Marion Road and Cross Road with new tram overpasses to make journeys safer and more reliable.
The North-South Corridor in Australia, a 78 km non-stop motorway from Gawler to Old Noarlunga through Adelaide, includes several projects…
The River Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Project delivers the final 10.5 km section of Adelaide's North South Corridor, creating a 78 km…
A mixed-use redevelopment project on 7.5ha of rezoned land includes 150 apartments, 250 townhouses, a supermarket, shops, hospitality…
Eight-storey mixed-use development comprising 29 residential apartments (one, two and three-bedroom configurations plus a four-bedroom…
Proposed 9-storey, 55-apartment carbon-neutral development by Barrio Developments.
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Estimated completion year of the 17 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 7, 2027 4, 2028 1, 2029 2, 2030 1, 2031 2. 16 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 344 substantial development applications lodged in and around Plympton over the past 5 years, 128 in the last 12 months; 173 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 14, 2022 60, 2023 44, 2024 45, 2025 63, 2026 (to Oct) 118.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 344 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 128 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 8.1 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 80th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 223 | ABS building approvals | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 159 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 173 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Plympton SA2 include: Airport Junction Industrial Precinct (Construction); Mooringe Avenue Development, North Plympton (Planning); Tram Grade Separation Projects (Construction); Project Flight - Adelaide Airport Terminal Expansion (Construction); and Morphettville / Glengowrie Horse Related Activities Code Amendment (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Plympton SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Residential Development, and Retail, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Plympton SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 15th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Plympton among the top 14% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Plympton SA2 area has seen 478 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Plympton SA2's current population of 28,812 has been supported by 223 approvals on average over recent years.
The Plympton SA2 has seen 8.1 approval 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 126 people in the Plympton SA2, compared to one for every 122 in Greater Adelaide.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Plympton SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 223, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Plympton SA2 has grown by approximately 1,917 people, while 1,113 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.7 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Plympton are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 28,812 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +8.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,694 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 81st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 26,480 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,332 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 10.70 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Plympton SA2 was estimated to be approximately 28,812 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 28,617 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The plympton sa2 has added approximately 2,332 people and shown a 8.81% increase from the 26,480 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Plympton SA2 is estimated at 2,693 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Plympton SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.5% per annum.
Population growth in the Plympton SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (95.2%), Natural increase (4.8%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 95.2% of overall population gains.
Plympton's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 27th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 34.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 57.0% | 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 | 4.9% | 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 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 21.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Plympton SA2 at 35 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 36 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Plympton is 4 years younger than the Greater Adelaide 2021 Census average (39 years) and 3 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Plympton SA2 compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 21.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Plympton SA2 compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 7.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Plympton SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Adelaide. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (21.9% vs 14.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.2% of the population in the Plympton SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.3% of the population in the Plympton SA2 as at August 2026.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $58,284 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 46th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $68,954 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,551 | 2021 Census, weekly | 38th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $794 | 2021 Census, weekly | 48th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 18.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,041 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 25.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Plympton SA2 is approximately $62,445. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $58,284.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Plympton SA2 is approximately $73,877. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $68,954.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Plympton SA2 is approximately $62,445 compared to $62,352 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,284 and $58,197 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Plympton SA2 is approximately $73,877 compared to $76,380 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $68,954 and $71,290 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Plympton SA2's households (~33.3% / 3,630 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Plympton SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.3% 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 Plympton SA2 is $1,551/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Plympton SA2 is $2,041/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Plympton SA2 is $794/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Plympton SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $58,284 with the average level standing at $68,954. This is lower than average on a national basis 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 $62,445 (median) and $73,877 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Plympton SA2 is $5,643 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The plympton sa2's disposable income is $5,643 compared to $5,698 for Greater Adelaide, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Plympton rank among the top 4% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 73.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 17,580 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 28,233 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 17,944 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Plympton SA2 has approximately 17,580 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.0%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Plympton SA2 stands at 2.0%, which is 1.9 percentage points below Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Plympton SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (20.2% of employment), accommodation & food (9.2%), and retail trade (8.9%). Other significant employers include education & training and professional & technical.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Plympton SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Adelaide saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Plympton SA2 is 73.2%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Adelaide average of 66.4%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The plympton sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 20.2% of the local workforce compared to 17.7% across Greater Adelaide. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The plympton sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 0.5% decline, ranking 22nd out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Plympton ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 23.9% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 35.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 18.0% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 35.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
35.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Plympton SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 28.9% in Greater Adelaide.
35.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Plympton SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.0% in Greater Adelaide.
The plympton sa2 ranks in the 63th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Plympton SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (23.9%), Certificate (18.0%), Advanced Diploma (10.7%).
28.9% of the population in the Plympton SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 7.7% in primary school, 5.7% in secondary school, 9.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Plympton SA2 is 1043, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 9 schools within the Plympton SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,855 students.
The plympton sa2 includes 4 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 3 combined schools.
Plympton features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Adelaide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 31.8% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 25.4% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.0% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 10,890 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 11,849 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 61.7% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.2 per family | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Plympton SA2 had 10,890 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 8.8% to an estimated 11,849 households today.
The average household size in the Plympton SA2 is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.5 in Greater Adelaide and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 61.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (31.8%), group households (6.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 6,719 family households, couples with children account for 25.4% of all households, couples without children at home 26.0%, and single parent families 8.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Adelaide, the Plympton SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Conversely, family households are under-represented at 61.7% compared to 68.6% in Greater Adelaide. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Plympton SA2 have an average of 1.2 children, slightly below the Greater Adelaide average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 43.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 39.4% have never married. This compares to 45.7% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Adelaide.
Single-person households represent 31.8% of all households in the Plympton SA2, similar to 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 6.5% of households, above the Greater Adelaide average of 3.7%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Plympton was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 35.1% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 33.2% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 66.8% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 79.0% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 64.9% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
Plympton scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 35.1% of its population born overseas and 33.2% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Plympton was found to be Christianity, which makes up 42.0% of people in Plympton. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 3.7% of the population, compared to 1.8% across Greater Adelaide.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Plympton are English, comprising 22.5% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Adelaide's 27.8%, Australian, comprising 20.6% of the population, and Other, comprising 14.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Greek is notably overrepresented at 4.3% of Plympton (vs 2.0% across Greater Adelaide), Indian at 4.4% (vs 2.3%) and German at 4.6% (vs 5.1%).
35.1% of the Plympton SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 28.7% across Greater Adelaide.
33.2% of the population in the Plympton SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.2% in Greater Adelaide.
0.9% of the Plympton SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.2% in Greater Adelaide.
79.0% of the Plympton SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 86.3% in Greater Adelaide.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Plympton displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Adelaide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 40.1% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 27.8% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 58.3% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 32.1% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 26.1% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $300 | 2021 Census, weekly | 26th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 36th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 65th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Plympton SA2, 27.8% of homes are owned outright, 32.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 40.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 58.3% of dwellings in the Plympton SA2 are houses.
In the Plympton SA2, 15.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 26.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Plympton SA2 stands at 27.8%, compared to 32.1% in Greater Adelaide.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Plympton SA2 is $1,733, compared to $1,562 in Greater Adelaide.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Plympton SA2 is $1,077, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Plympton SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 25.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Plympton SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Plympton SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 25.8% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Adelaide), while renters spend 19.3% of income on rent (vs 20.7% in Greater Adelaide).
The dwelling mix in the Plympton SA2 consists of 58.3% detached houses, 26.1% semi-detached dwellings, 15.5% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Plympton consumes approximately 16.0% of median household income ($6,716 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Plympton show attached dwellings contributing 61% of approvals compared to 42% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 39% of applications versus 58% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Health in Plympton: private health cover 51.7%, no long-term health condition 71.1%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 51.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 38th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.1% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 79.5% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
Around 51.7% of people in the Plympton SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Greater Adelaide.
In the Plympton SA2, 6.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.6% of people in Greater Adelaide require similar assistance.
6.7% of people in the Plympton SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.7% of the population across Greater Adelaide is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.2% of the Plympton SA2 population, while in Greater Adelaide, 4.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.7% of people in the Plympton SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Adelaide,3.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Plympton SA2, 51.7% 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 good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 70 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 70th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 148 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 86th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,899 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 69th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 194 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 41 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.1 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 10.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 148 public transport stops within the Plympton SA2.
The Plympton SA2 has 3,899 weekly trips across 41 routes, averaging 557 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 161 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 403 m away and the nearest GP 593 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 148 stops nearby, 3,899 weekly trips, access rating 70 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 53 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 403 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 593 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 606 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 621 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 648 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 744 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 5.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Plympton among the top 14% of areas assessed nationwide.
Plympton has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 15th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Plympton is $580 a week, +9.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Plympton are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Plympton's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Plympton rank among the top 4% of areas assessed nationally.
The educational profile of Plympton ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Plympton features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Adelaide.
Plympton was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Plympton displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Adelaide.
Health in Plympton: private health cover 51.7%, no long-term health condition 71.1%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Plympton has an estimated 28,812 residents, up 8.8% since the 2021 Census, with 44 projects tracked in the area around Plympton.
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 Plympton.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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 (404031107). 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 (Jul 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Plympton 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 Plympton 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.
