Reynella

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

Reynella's population is 10,864 as of May 2026. This reflects a growth of 578 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,286. The change is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 10,848 in June 2025 and an additional 102 validated new addresses since the Census date. Reynella's population density is 1,409 persons per square kilometer, above national averages assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 5.6% since census is close to its SA3 region's average of 5.8%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 44.1% of overall population gains during recent periods, with other drivers such as interstate migration and natural growth also being positive factors.

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 based on 2021 data are adopted with adjustments made using weighted aggregation methods. Future population dynamics anticipate an increase just below the median for statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch, with Reynella expected to expand by 717 persons to reach a total of 11,581 by 2041 based on latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a growth rate of 6.5% over the 16-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Reynella among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Reynella has experienced approximately 60 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 301 homes. As of FY26, 55 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.4 new residents arrive per year for each new home built between FY21 and FY25. The average construction value of new homes is $286,000.

In FY26, Reynella has seen $13.6 million in commercial approvals. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Reynella has a 17.0% higher development rate per person over the past five years. New building activity consists of 89.0% detached houses and 11.0% medium and high-density housing.

Reynella's population density is around 139 people per approval. By 2041, Reynella is projected to gain 701 residents. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, potentially facilitating further population growth.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 13 projects expected to impact the region. Notable initiatives include Hurtle Grove at Old Reynella, The Green at Woodcroft, Bains Road Reconstruction, and Happy Valley Solar Farm & Water Treatment Plant Complex. Relevant projects are detailed below.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Reynella ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Reynella has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs well represented. Key sectors include essential services. The unemployment rate was 3.8% in December 2025, matching Greater Adelaide's rate.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.1%. As of December 2025, 5,711 residents were employed. Workforce participation was 66.0%, equal to Greater Adelaide's figure.

Only 8.3% of residents worked from home. Leading industries for employment were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Professional & technical services employed just 4.3% of local workers, below Greater Adelaide's 7.3%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the Census working population count versus resident population. In the 12-month period ending December 2025, employment increased by 5.1%, and labour force increased by 4.6%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. Greater Adelaide recorded employment growth of 4.2% over the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Reynella's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, assuming no changes in population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ending June 2023, Reynella SA2 had median income among taxpayers at $53,046 with average level standing at $57,751. This is below national average and compares to levels of $54,808 and $66,852 across Greater Adelaide respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year ending June 2023, current estimates would be approximately $58,441 (median) and $63,624 (average) as of March 2026. According to Australian Bureau of Statistics Census data released in June 2021, household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Reynella, between 22nd and 29th percentiles. Distribution data shows predominant cohort spans 33.8% of locals (3,672 people) in $1,500 - $2,999 income category. Housing affordability pressures are severe with only 84.2% of income remaining, ranking at 23rd percentile.

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

Reynella's dwelling structure in the latest Census showed 88.6% houses and 11.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Adelaide metro's 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Reynella was 33.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 46.9% and rented at 19.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,365, below Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. Median weekly rent in Reynella was $325, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Reynella's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,365 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were lower at $325 compared to the national figure of $375.

Reynella has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 68.2% of all households, including 27.2% couples with children, 26.8% couples without children, and 13.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 31.8%, consisting of 29.5% lone person households and 2.1% group households. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Reynella fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 16.6%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 39.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (9.7%) and certificates (30.2%). Educational participation is high at 25.5%, comprising primary education (9.7%), secondary education (6.6%), and tertiary education (4.1%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 25.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.7% in primary education, 6.6% in secondary education, and 4.1% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Reynella has 81 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 32 different routes that together facilitate 2,440 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these stops is rated as excellent, with residents typically living just 180 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to Reynella being primarily residential. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport, used by 91% of residents. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling in Reynella.

According to the 2021 Census, only 8.3% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 348 trips per day, resulting in approximately 30 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Reynella is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Reynella faces significant health challenges as assessed by AreaSearch. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, with common health conditions prevalent across all age groups but more so among older cohorts. Private health cover is low at approximately 48% of the total population (~5,236 people), compared to 52.7% in Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (10.1%) and mental health issues (9.8%). 61.1% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 67.9% in Greater Adelaide. Working-age population health challenges include elevated chronic condition rates. Reynella has 22.2% of residents aged 65 and over (2,409 people), higher than Greater Adelaide's 19.2%. Senior health outcomes present some challenges but rank lower nationally compared to the broader population.

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

Reynella's population was found to be roughly in line with the wider region's average regarding cultural diversity, with 79.3% born in Australia, 91.6% being citizens, and 91.0% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Reynella, comprising 38.3% of its population. However, Islam was overrepresented compared to Greater Adelaide, making up 1.4% versus 3.0%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (34.6%), Australian (27.9%), and Scottish (6.8%), all higher than the regional averages. Notably, Welsh (0.8%) and German (5.2%) were also overrepresented compared to the region's averages of 0.6% and 5.1%, respectively.

Reynella's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Reynella is 40 years, similar to Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years but somewhat older than Australia's average of 38 years. The 75-84 age group comprises 8.2% of Reynella's population, higher than Greater Adelaide's percentage, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 13.2%, which is less prevalent compared to Greater Adelaide. According to data from the 2021 Census, the 75-84 age group has increased from 6.5% to 8.2% of Reynella's population. Conversely, the 55-64 cohort has decreased from 11.9% to 10.9%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Reynella. Notably, the 85+ age group is expected to grow by 95%, reaching 702 people from 360. The combined 65+ age groups will account for 65% of total population growth, reflecting Reynella's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 65-74 and 0-4 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.