Renmark
Statistical Area - sa2

Renmark is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Renmark's population is around 4,857 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 152 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,705. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 4,723 in Jun 2024 and an additional 82 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 331 persons per square kilometer. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered and years post-2032, SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Considering projected demographic shifts, lower quartile growth is anticipated outside capital cities. The area is expected to increase by 144 persons to 2041 based on the latest population numbers, reflecting an increase of 0.2% in total over the 17 years.

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

Renmark has granted approximately 27 residential property approvals annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25136 homes were approved, with an additional 10 approved in FY-26 so far. The average construction cost of new properties is $256,000.

In terms of commercial development, Renmark has seen $44.4 million in approvals during the current financial year, indicating strong momentum. Compared to the rest of South Australia, Renmark maintains similar construction rates per capita, supporting market stability aligned with regional patterns. Recent construction comprises 70% detached dwellings and 30% townhouses or apartments, offering a mix of housing options across different price points.

The population density is approximately 222 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low-density market. Projections suggest Renmark will grow by 10 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, potentially facilitating further population growth beyond current projections.

Renmark has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 19thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project likely affecting this region: Jane Eliza Waterfront Estate, Project EnergyConnect, SA Water Capital Work Delivery Contracts, and SA Public Housing Maintenance and Services Contracts are key projects, with the following list detailing those most relevant.

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Employment drivers in Renmark are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Renmark has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, representing various sectors. Its unemployment rate is 4.9%.

As of June 2025, Renmark has 2,080 employed residents, an unemployment rate of 4.9%, which is 0.3% higher than Rest of SA's rate of 4.6%. Workforce participation is lower at 51.6% compared to Rest of SA's 54.1%. Key sectors include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Notably, accommodation & food services have employment levels at 1.5 times the regional average.

However, mining is underrepresented with only 0.6% of Renmark's workforce compared to Rest of SA's 2.9%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Over the year to June 2025, labour force levels decreased by 2.2%, employment declined by 3.2%, causing unemployment rate to rise by 1.0 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of SA had an employment decline of 1.2% and labour force growth of 0.1%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Renmark's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 5.3% over five years and 11.9% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Renmark had a median taxpayer income of $45,505 and an average of $51,326. This is below the national average. Rest of SA had a median of $46,889 and an average of $56,582. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year 2022, estimated current incomes are approximately $51,343 (median) and $57,911 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, Renmark's household, family, and personal incomes fall between the 4th and 12th percentiles nationally. The $400 - $799 earnings band captures 30.6% of Renmark's community (1,486 individuals), unlike surrounding regions where 27.5% fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 range. Housing costs are modest with 86.7% of income retained, but total disposable income ranks at just the 7th percentile nationally.

Renmark is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The latest Census evaluated dwelling structures in Renmark as 79.5% houses and 20.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro SA's 89.9% houses and 10.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Renmark was at 35.5%, with the rest either mortgaged (25.8%) or rented (38.7%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $975, below Non-Metro SA's average of $1083 and Australia's national average of $1863. The median weekly rent in Renmark was $200, lower than Non-Metro SA's $220 and the national figure of $375.

Renmark features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 61.4 percent of all households, including 18.6 percent couples with children, 28.7 percent couples without children, and 13.2 percent single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 38.6 percent, with lone person households at 34.9 percent and group households comprising 3.2 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Rest of SA average of 2.3.

Renmark faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 12.5%, substantially lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 9.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.0%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 32.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (8.2%) and certificates (24.6%).

A substantial 23.3% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 10.5% in primary, 5.9% in secondary, and 2.0% in tertiary education. Renmark's four schools have a combined enrollment of 1,108 students, with typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 958) offering balanced educational opportunities. Educational provision is split between two primary and two secondary institutions. The area functions as an education hub with 23.1 school places per 100 residents, significantly above the regional average of 13.6, attracting students from surrounding communities.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

Health performance in Renmark is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Renmark faces significant health challenges, as indicated by health data. Both younger and older age groups have notable prevalence rates for common health conditions.

Only approximately 46% (~2,253 people) of Renmark's total population has private health cover, which is lower than the national average of 55.3%. The most prevalent medical conditions in Renmark are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 10.6% and 9.0% of residents respectively. Conversely, 61.7% of residents report having no medical ailments, comparable to the 61.8% figure for the rest of South Australia (SA). The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 28.1% (1,367 people) compared to the state average of 26.2%. Health outcomes among seniors in Renmark present some challenges, generally mirroring those of the broader population's health profile.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Renmark was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Renmark has a cultural diversity index above the average, with 18.9% of its population born overseas and 17.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Renmark, making up 43.3% of the population. Notably, the 'Other' religious category comprises 6.4% of Renmark's population, compared to 1.5% across the rest of South Australia.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups in Renmark are English (28.4%), Australian (27.6%), and Other (8.9%). There are also significant differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: German is overrepresented at 8.7% compared to 11.0% regionally, Greek at 3.0% versus 1.3%, and Australian Aboriginal at 3.5% versus 3.0%.

Renmark hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Renmark's median age is 44 years, slightly younger than the Rest of SA's 47 but significantly higher than Australia's median of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 25-34 are particularly prominent at 13.5%, while the 55-64 group is smaller at 11.4% compared to the Rest of SA. Post-2021 Census data indicates that the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 8.8% to 10.1%. Conversely, the 15 to 24 cohort has declined from 10.6% to 8.7%. Demographic modeling suggests Renmark's age profile will change significantly by 2041. The 85+ age cohort is projected to expand considerably, increasing by 172 people (87%) from 198 to 371. Senior residents aged 65 and above will drive 82% of population growth, highlighting demographic aging trends. Meanwhile, both the 0-4 and 35-44 age groups are expected to decrease in number.