Renmark Surrounds

An assessment of population growth drivers in Renmark Surrounds reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Renmark Surrounds' population, as of February 2026, is approximately 5,545, marking a 9.2% increase from the 2021 Census figure of 5,080 people. This growth can be attributed to an estimated resident population of 5,450 in June 2024 and 87 validated new addresses since then. The population density stands at 6.1 persons per square kilometer. Renmark Surrounds' growth rate surpassed both the SA3 area (7.4%) and the Rest of SA region. Overseas migration accounted for approximately 73.0% of recent population gains in the area. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category are adopted, based on 2021 data and adjusted using weighted aggregation methods from LGA to SA2 levels. By 2041, Renmark Surrounds' population is projected to increase by approximately 6.5%, adding around 453 persons, following the median growth trend of Australia's regional areas.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Renmark Surrounds recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Renmark Surrounds has averaged approximately 16 new dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling 83 homes. As of FY26, 21 approvals have been recorded. On average, 4.2 people have moved to the area annually for each dwelling built between FY21 and FY25, indicating substantial demand outpacing supply. This has likely led to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures, with new homes valued at an average of $307,000.

In FY26, commercial development approvals totalled $13.4 million, suggesting balanced commercial activity in the area. Compared to the Rest of SA, Renmark Surrounds has roughly half the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks around the 44th percentile nationally, resulting in relatively constrained buyer choice and supporting interest in existing properties. This is below the national average, indicating the area's established nature and suggesting potential planning limitations. All approved construction between FY21 and FY25 has been for detached dwellings, preserving Renmark Surrounds' low-density character and attracting space-seeking buyers.

The estimated population per dwelling approval is 434 people, reflecting its quiet development environment. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Renmark Surrounds is projected to add 358 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

Renmark Surrounds has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 0thth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified six projects expected to impact the area. Notable ones are Jane Eliza Waterfront Estate, Big Orange Redevelopment, Barmera Jetty Redevelopment, and Berri Energy Project. The following details those considered most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis places Renmark Surrounds well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Renmark Surrounds has a balanced workforce with representation across white and blue collar jobs. As of September 2025, its unemployment rate is 2.4%. This rate has grown by 0.9% over the past year.

The area's unemployment rate is 3.0% lower than Rest of SA's rate of 5.3%, while workforce participation stands at 69.7%, compared to Rest of SA's 58.5%. Census data shows that 9.0% of residents work from home, with potential impacts from Covid-19 lockdowns considered. Key employment sectors include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Agriculture, forestry & fishing employs 1.7 times the regional average.

However, health care & social assistance employs just 11.1% of local workers, below Rest of SA's 13.9%. The area may offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the difference between working population and resident population counts. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 0.9%, while labour force grew by 1.6%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.7 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of SA saw employment grow by 0.3%, labour force expand by 2.3%, and unemployment rise by 1.9 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Renmark Surrounds' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.0% over five years and 11.3% over ten years.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Renmark Surrounds SA2 had a median income of $47,545 and an average of $53,213 among taxpayers. This is lower than the national average. The Rest of SA has a median of $48,920 and an average of $58,933. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Renmark Surrounds would be approximately $51,729 (median) and $57,896 (average) as of September 2025. Census data indicates household, family, and personal incomes in Renmark Surrounds rank modestly between the 33rd and 38th percentiles. Income analysis reveals that 35.1% of locals (1,946 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 category, consistent with broader trends across the region showing 27.5% in the same category. Housing costs are manageable with 90.2% retained, but disposable income sits below average at the 40th percentile.

Renmark Surrounds is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Renmark Surrounds, as per the latest Census evaluation, 92.6% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 7.5% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other dwelling types. This is compared to Non-Metro SA's figures of 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Renmark Surrounds stood at 42.8%, similar to Non-Metro SA, with mortgaged properties at 41.0% and rented dwellings at 16.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,178, higher than the Non-Metro SA average of $1,153. The median weekly rent in Renmark Surrounds was $200, lower than Non-Metro SA's figure of $220. Nationally, Renmark Surrounds' mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Renmark Surrounds has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 74.8% of all households, including 31.1% couples with children, 34.3% couples without children, and 8.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 25.2%, consisting of 23.1% lone person households and 2.3% group households. The median household size is 2.5 people, larger than the Rest of SA average of 2.3.

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

The area has university qualification rates of 10.9%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.5%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.3%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 40.1% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 8.6% and certificates at 31.5%. Educational participation is high, with 25.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 12.0% in primary education, 7.9% in secondary education, and 1.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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Renmark Surrounds's residents are extremely healthy with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Renmark Surrounds. AreaSearch's assessment indicates low prevalence of common health conditions across both young and old age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is extremely low at approximately 46% of the total population, which amounts to around 2,567 people.

This compares to 48.9% across Rest of SA, with a national average of 55.7%. The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and asthma, impacting 9.2 and 7.4% of residents respectively. A total of 68.2% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 62.5% across Rest of SA. Working-age residents show above average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 21.4% of residents aged 65 and over, which totals 1,187 people, lower than the 27.1% in Rest of SA. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Renmark Surrounds ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Renmark Surrounds showed lower cultural diversity, with 88.9% citizens, 88.1% born in Australia, and 87.6% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 45.2%. The category 'Other' was overrepresented at 1.4%, compared to 0.8% regionally.

Top ancestry groups were Australian (32.2%), English (29.0%), and German (10.1%). Notable ethnic group divergences included Greek at 4.2% (vs 0.6% regionally), Croatian at 0.9% (vs 0.3%), and Vietnamese at 0.7% (vs 0.1%).

Renmark Surrounds hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Renmark Surrounds has a median age of 43 years, which is significantly lower than the Rest of SA average of 47 and substantially higher than the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 25-34 are particularly prominent, comprising 14.0% of the population, while those aged 65-74 make up a comparatively smaller proportion at 12.3%. Between 2021 and the present, the percentage of the population aged 25-34 has grown from 11.8% to 14.0%, while the 75-84 age group has increased from 5.2% to 7.4%. Conversely, the 45-54 age cohort has declined from 14.1% to 10.8%, and the 55-64 age range has dropped from 15.7% to 14.0%. By the year 2041, Renmark Surrounds is projected to experience significant shifts in its age composition. Leading this demographic shift, the population aged 85 and above is expected to grow by 128%, reaching 224 people from a starting point of 98. The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above comprising 54% of projected growth. Conversely, numbers in the 55-64 age range are anticipated to fall by 125.