Renmark

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 4,857 as of November 2025. This shows an increase of 152 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 4,705. The change is inferred from ABS data: Renmark had an estimated resident population of 4,723 in June 2024 and gained 82 validated new addresses after the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 331 persons per square kilometer. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024, based on 2022 data. For areas not covered and years post-2032, SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections are adopted with adjustments made using a weighted aggregation method. Projected demographic shifts indicate lower quartile growth outside capital cities; Renmark is expected to increase by 144 persons to 2041, reflecting an annual average growth rate of 0.2%.

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 11 approved in FY-26 so far. The average construction cost value for new properties is $256,000.

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

The location has approximately 222 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low density market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Renmark is projected to grow by 10 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Renmark has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 13thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project likely impacting 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; the following details 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's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs with varied sector representation. As of September 2025, the unemployment rate is 5.6%.

Over the past year, employment has remained relatively stable. There are 2,074 employed residents, with an unemployment rate 0.3% higher than Rest of SA's 5.3%. Workforce participation in Renmark is lower at 51.6%, compared to Rest of SA's 54.1%. Key employment sectors include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and retail trade.

Notably, accommodation & food services have higher than average employment levels, at 1.5 times the regional norm. Conversely, mining is under-represented with only 0.6% of Renmark's workforce compared to Rest of SA's 2.9%. Some residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Between September 2024 and September 2025, labour force levels increased by 1.3%, while employment decreased by 0.5%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 1.7 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of SA saw employment growth of 0.3% and labour force growth of 2.3%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia suggest overall expansion of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Renmark's current employment mix indicates potential local growth of 5.3% over five years and 11.9% over ten years, though this is a simplified 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 SA2 had a median income of $45,505 and an average of $51,326. This is below the national average. The Rest of SA has a median income of $46,889 and an average of $56,582. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes for Renmark as of September 2025 would be approximately $51,343 (median) and $57,911 (average). The 2021 Census figures place household, family, and personal incomes in Renmark between the 4th and 11th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that 30.6% of individuals earn within the $400 - $799 range, unlike surrounding regions where 27.5% fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 band. Housing costs are modest with 86.7% of income retained, but total disposable income ranks at just the 6th percentile nationally.

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

In Renmark, as per the latest Census evaluation, 79.5% of dwellings were houses while 20.5% consisted of other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This contrasts with Non-Metro SA's figures of 89.9% houses and 10.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Renmark stood at 35.5%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 25.8% and rented dwellings making up 38.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $975, lower than Non-Metro SA's average of $1,083. The median weekly rent figure in Renmark was recorded at $200, compared to Non-Metro SA's $220. Nationally, Renmark's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 61.4% of all households, including 18.6% couples with children, 28.7% couples without children, and 13.2% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 38.6%, with lone person households at 34.9% and group households comprising 3.2%. 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%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.0%). Trade and technical skills are prevalent, 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 education, 5.9% in secondary education, and 2.0% in tertiary education.

A substantial 23.3% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 10.5% in primary education, 5.9% in secondary education, and 2.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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 its health data. Both younger and older age groups have notable prevalence of common health conditions.

Private health cover is extremely low, at approximately 46% of Renmark's total population (~2,253 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (10.6%) and mental health issues (9%). Conversely, 61.7% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, similar to the Rest of SA's figure of 61.8%. Renmark has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over (28.1%, or 1,367 people), compared to the Rest of SA at 26.2%. Health outcomes among seniors present challenges broadly in line with those of the general population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Renmark records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Renmark's cultural diversity is above 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, accounting for 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 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%, Greek at 3.0%, and Australian Aboriginal at 3.5%.

Renmark hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

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