Salisbury North

Population growth drivers in Salisbury North are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of February 2026, Salisbury North's population is approximately 19,204, showing an increase of 717 people since the 2021 Census. This rise corresponds to a growth rate of 3.9%, with the population in 2021 being 18,487. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 18,997 as of June 2024 and an additional 172 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 613 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, Salisbury North has exhibited resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.2%, surpassing the SA3 area's growth rate. Overseas migration contributed approximately 61.6% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch employs 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. These were released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, with adjustments made using a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. By 2041, Salisbury North is projected to increase its population by approximately 2,244 persons, reflecting an overall increase of 10.6% over the 17-year period, based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Salisbury North when compared nationally

Salisbury North has seen approximately 34 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, totalling 174 homes. In FY-26 so far, 21 approvals have been recorded. On average, about four people move to the area each year for every dwelling built during this period. This indicates significant demand exceeding new supply, which typically leads to price growth and increased buyer competition.

The average construction cost of new dwellings is around $204,000, which is below regional levels, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers in Salisbury North. Commercial approvals have totalled $410.6 million this financial year, reflecting robust local business investment. Comparatively, Salisbury North shows roughly half the construction activity per person relative to Greater Adelaide and ranks among the 38th percentile of areas assessed nationally. This suggests more limited housing choices for buyers in the area, supporting demand for existing homes.

However, building activity has accelerated in recent years. Recent construction comprises approximately 87% detached houses and 13% medium and high-density housing, preserving the area's low-density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The estimated population count of 596 people per dwelling approval reflects its quiet, low-activity development environment. Looking ahead, Salisbury North is projected to grow by 2,037 residents through to 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Construction activity is maintaining a reasonable pace with this projected growth. However, as population increases, buyers may face growing competition for available housing options.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 34 projects likely to affect the area. Notable ones are Riverlea Estate, Strategic Growth Framework - Waterloo Corner and Bolivar Corridor, Edinburgh Defence Precinct Mid-Term Refresh, and Delorean Anaerobic Digestion Energy Facility. The following list details those most relevant.

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

Salisbury North has a balanced workforce consisting of both white and blue collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors being prominent. The unemployment rate in the area is 7.8%, while estimated employment growth over the past year is 1.3%. As of September 2025, there are 8,464 residents employed, and the unemployment rate is 3.9% higher than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation in Salisbury North is lower at 60.8%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 66.4%. According to Census responses, only 4.5% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade sectors. Manufacturing employment levels are particularly high, at 1.7 times the regional average.

Conversely, professional & technical employment is lower at 2.7%, compared to the regional average of 7.3%. The ratio of workers to residents is 0.8, indicating substantial local employment opportunities. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 1.3% while labour force also increased by 1.3%, keeping unemployment broadly stable at around 6.9%. In Greater Adelaide during the same period, employment grew by 3.0%, labour force expanded by 2.9%, and unemployment fell slightly to 3.8%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in May-25, project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Salisbury North's employment mix suggests local employment should grow by 5.6% over five years and 12.3% over ten years.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released on 30 June 2023, Salisbury North SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $49,767 with the average level standing at $53,831. This is lower than national averages of $54,808 and $66,852 across Greater Adelaide respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth rate of 8.8% since financial year 2023, estimated median income for Salisbury North as of September 2025 would be approximately $54,146 and average income $58,568. From the 2021 Census data, household, family and personal incomes in Salisbury North fall between the 13th and 17th percentiles nationally. Income analysis shows that 32.0% of the population (6,145 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, similar to the regional average of 31.8%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Salisbury North, with only 82.0% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 16th percentile nationally.

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

In Salisbury North, as per the latest Census findings, 81.5% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 18.5% comprising semi-detached properties, apartments, and other types. In comparison, Adelaide metro had 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Salisbury North stood at 21.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 43.3% and rented ones at 35.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,275, lower than Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. Weekly rent in the area averaged $280, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Salisbury North's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,275 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Salisbury North has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 72.0% of all households, including 32.3% couples with children, 18.8% couples without children, and 19.2% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 28.0%, with lone person households making up 25.0% and group households comprising 3.1%. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 10.1%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 7.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.6%) and graduate diplomas (0.8%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 34.1% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (6.9%) and certificates (27.2%).

Educational participation is high, with 31.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.3% in primary education, 7.7% in secondary education, and 3.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis indicates 78 active stops operating within Salisbury North. These comprise a mix of train and bus services, with 12 individual routes collectively offering 1,180 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located 228 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to its residential nature. Car remains dominant at 91%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, only 4.5% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 168 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 15 weekly trips per stop.

Health performance in Salisbury North is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Salisbury North faces significant health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Multiple health conditions affect both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is extremely low, at approximately 47% of the total population (around 8,949 people), compared to 52.7% in Greater Adelaide and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues and asthma, impacting 9.5% and 9.4% of residents respectively. However, 67.0% of residents report having no medical ailments, slightly lower than the 67.9% in Greater Adelaide. Working-age individuals face notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 13.5% of residents aged 65 and over (2,594 people), which is lower than the 19.3% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, generally aligning with national rankings for the overall population.

Salisbury North was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Salisbury North's population was found to be more culturally diverse than most local markets, with 30.3% born overseas and 30.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Salisbury North as of 20XX, comprising 35.2% of its population. Notably, Buddhism made up 8.1%, significantly higher than Greater Adelaide's average of 2.4%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (25.6%), Australian (24.3%), and Other (17.5%), which was substantially higher than the regional average of 9.7%. There were notable differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Vietnamese at 3.3% compared to 1.2% regionally, Serbian at 0.6% versus 0.4%, and Polish at 1.0% compared to a regional average of 1.0%.

Salisbury North hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

The median age of Salisbury North is 34 years, which is lower than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Salisbury North has a higher percentage of residents aged 5-14 (13.8%) but fewer residents aged 75-84 (4%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 15-24 has increased from 13.7% to 15.0%, while the percentage of those aged 25-34 has decreased from 15.7% to 14.1%. The age group 5-14 has also declined, from 15.0% to 13.8%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Salisbury North's age profile. The strongest projected growth is in the 45-54 cohort, which is expected to grow by 28%, adding 607 residents and reaching a total of 2,793. Meanwhile, the 35-44 cohort is projected to grow by 1%, an increase of 35 people.