Rostrevor - Magill

Population growth drivers in Rostrevor - Magill are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

According to calculations by AreaSearch, the population of Rostrevor - Magill stands at approximately 26,342 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 2,374 individuals (9.9%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded 23,968 residents. This shift is calculated from the ABS June 2025 estimated resident population of 26,237 combined with 294 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The resulting population density is 2,650 persons per square kilometer, positioning the suburb in the top quartile of all Australian locations analyzed. The area's 9.9% rate of growth since the 2021 census outpaced the state average of 7.5% as well as the surrounding SA3 region, establishing it as a local growth hotspot. This expansion was largely powered by net overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 95.6% of the population increase in recent times.

Projections developed by the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are utilized for each SA2. For localities not represented in that release, or for projections extending past 2032, regional and LGA age-cohort projections published by the SA State Government in 2023 using 2021 data are applied, using weighted aggregation to scale LGA-level growth down to the SA2 boundaries. Looking ahead, the suburb is projected to experience population growth exceeding the national median, with estimates indicating an expansion of 5,241 individuals by 2041 compared to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a cumulative increase of 19.5% over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Rostrevor - Magill among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Property development in Rostrevor - Magill averages approximately 202 dwelling approvals per year, amounting to a total of 1,014 residential projects over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, there have been 153 approvals recorded. Strong underlying demand is evidenced by an average influx of 2.2 new residents for each completed dwelling during the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, helping to underpin local property values, with new residential projects averaging a construction cost of $309,000. Additionally, commercial development is moving at a moderate pace, with $13.0 million in commercial building approvals registered in the current financial year.

Building activity per capita in Rostrevor - Magill closely tracks the wider Greater Adelaide average, maintaining a balanced supply in line with surrounding markets. Residential construction consists of 74.0% freestanding houses and 26.0% medium-to-high density options, preserving the suburban character of the neighborhood which appeals to buyers prioritizing space. The ratio of approximately 155 people for every new approval highlights the ongoing growth and expansion of the area.

Long-term demographic projections suggest Rostrevor - Magill will add 5,136 residents by 2041, measured from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. Current building volumes appear well-matched to this projected demand, which should support a balanced market and prevent dramatic upward price pressure.

Rostrevor - Magill has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 40thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and development initiatives are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 11 notable projects expected to influence the local area. Chief among these are the Stage 2 and ongoing redevelopments of the Rostrevor College Master Plan, the Campbelltown Performing Arts Centre and Community Hub, the Magill Campus Renewal Project, and the Chain of Trails Master Plan, with details on the most significant works listed below.

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AreaSearch analysis places Rostrevor - Magill well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

The local workforce in Rostrevor - Magill is highly qualified, with a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate sitting at just 3.0%, and annual employment growth estimated at 5.4%. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 14,434, while the unemployment rate remained 0.8% below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%. The labor force participation rate aligns closely with the 66.6% recorded across Greater Adelaide. Census data indicates that a modest 12.3% of workers operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic-related restrictions.

The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. The workforce shows a distinct concentration in professional & technical fields, where the employment proportion is 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, manufacturing accounts for only 5.5% of jobs, compared to 7.0% throughout Greater Adelaide. A comparison of local jobs to resident workers indicates that this is a predominantly residential suburb with relatively few employment opportunities situated within its boundaries.

AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that over the 12-month period, the number of employed residents rose by 5.4% while the labor force expanded by 5.1%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point decline in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Adelaide saw employment grow by 4.2% and the labor force increase by 4.0%, with unemployment also dropping by 0.2 percentage points. Employment projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context regarding future demand. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future opportunities. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sectors will perform differently. Applying these industry projections to the local employment distribution suggests that Rostrevor - Magill's workforce could grow by 6.8% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, representing a basic weighted projection for illustration that does not account for specific local population shifts.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

Aggregated postcode-level data from the ATO for the 2023 financial year shows that taxpayers in the Rostrevor - Magill SA2 recorded a median income of $54,754 and an average income of $68,479. These figures are slightly higher than the national averages and compare to median and average incomes of $54,808 and $66,852 across Greater Adelaide. Adjusting for a 10.17% rise in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current income levels are estimated to be roughly $60,322 for the median and $75,443 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes are moderate, placing the suburb in the 43rd to 44th national percentiles. Income distribution shows that the largest cohort, comprising 31.2% of residents (8,218 people), falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, which is very similar to the regional distribution of 31.8% in that same bracket. Households retain approximately 85.0% of their income for non-housing expenses, and the suburb's SEIFA index for income ranks in the 6th decile.

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

The mix of housing types in Rostrevor - Magill at the time of the latest Census consisted of 73.4% standalone houses and 26.7% alternative dwellings, such as semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings across the Adelaide metropolitan area. Home ownership in the suburb was notably higher than the metro average at 37.3%, with 33.4% of households paying off a mortgage and 29.3% renting. The median monthly mortgage payment was significantly higher than the metropolitan Adelaide average of $1,562, coming in at $1,869, while the median weekly rent was $350 compared to the metropolitan average of $320. On a national scale, mortgage payments in Rostrevor - Magill are slightly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents are lower than the national figure of $375.

Rostrevor - Magill has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Families make up 69.1% of households in the area, consisting of couples with children at 32.8%, couples without children at 23.8%, and single parents with children at 11.2%. The remaining 30.9% of households are non-family arrangements, with lone person households representing 27.3% and group households accounting for 3.6%. The typical household size stands at 2.5 people, aligning exactly with the average for Greater Adelaide.

Rostrevor - Magill shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Residents of Rostrevor - Magill demonstrate high levels of educational attainment, with 39.7% of individuals aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to state averages of 25.7% in SA and 28.9% in Greater Adelaide. This high concentration of tertiary education positions the local community well for professional services and knowledge-based roles. Undergraduate degrees represent the most common level of tertiary study at 25.2%, with postgraduate qualifications at 11.0% and graduate diplomas at 3.5%. Vocational training is also well represented, with 25.0% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.0% and certificates at 15.0%.

A significant proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 29.7% of local residents enrolled in an educational program. This student population includes 10.0% in primary schools, 7.9% in higher education, and 6.7% attending high schools.

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

Analysis of the local network shows 95 active bus stops operating in Rostrevor - Magill. These locations are served by 29 distinct routes, which combine to support 2,509 passenger trips every week. Public transit access is highly rated, with the average distance to the nearest stop being 197 meters. Because the area is mostly residential, many workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary choice at 85%, followed by buses at 11%. Motor vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.3 cars per home. A relatively small share of the workforce, 12.3%, worked from home at the time of the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

Across all active bus routes, service frequency averages 358 trips per day, which translates to roughly 26 weekly departures for each individual stop in the area.

Rostrevor - Magill's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Data on health outcomes reveals excellent results for Rostrevor - Magill, according to analysis of mortality and chronic illness rates by AreaSearch, with young people showing a particularly low incidence of common health problems. The rate of private medical insurance is slightly ahead of the typical SA2 average, covering roughly 53% of the population, which equates to about 14,040 people.

Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most common diagnoses, affecting 7.2% and 6.9% of the population respectively. In contrast, 72.6% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, which is higher than the 67.9% average across Greater Adelaide. The working-age cohort shows strong health profiles with very low rates of long-term illness. Residents aged 65 and older represent 18.9% of the local population (4,983 people), a demographic group that is less represented here than in comparison areas nationwide.

Rostrevor - Magill is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Rostrevor - Magill presents a high level of cultural diversity, with 39.4% of its residents born outside of Australia and 38.6% speaking a language other than English in the home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 50.4% of the population. The most notable statistical divergence is in the Other religious category, which accounts for 2.2% of residents compared to 1.8% across the broader Greater Adelaide region.

Looking at ancestral background, the three most common heritages in Rostrevor - Magill are English at 18.6% of the population (below the regional average of 27.8%), Australian at 15.9% (below the regional average of 22.8%), and Italian at 15.9% (substantially higher than the regional average of 5.2%). Other notable differences from the metropolitan baseline include Korean ancestry at 1.3% of the local population (compared to 0.3% regionally), Russian ancestry at 0.5% (compared to 0.3%), and Chinese ancestry at 9.7% (compared to 3.1%).

Rostrevor - Magill's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Rostrevor - Magill is 40 years, which is close to the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and slightly older than the Australian average of 38 years. The 45 - 54 age bracket is strongly represented at 12.9% compared to Greater Adelaide, while the 65 - 74 age group is less common at 8.4%. Demographic updates since the 2021 Census show the 25 to 34 age group increasing from 13.0% to 14.0% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 12.1% to 11.4%. Future projections to 2041 indicate significant shifting, led by a 30% increase in the 45 to 54 cohort, which is expected to rise by 1,007 people to reach 4,406 from a base of 3,398.