Seaford Rise - Moana

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

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Seaford Rise - Moana's population is around 11,704 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,075 people (10.1%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,629 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 11,370 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 199 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 966 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Seaford Rise - Moana's 10.1% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (6.4%) and the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which contributed approximately 36.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers, including interstate migration and natural growth, were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Looking at population projections moving forward, an above-median population growth compared to national areas is projected, with the area expected to grow by 2,069 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 14.8% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Seaford Rise - Moana among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Seaford Rise - Moana has averaged around 62 new dwelling approvals per year, with 312 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 29 so far in FY-26. With an average of 2.9 people per year moving to the area per new home constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), reflecting robust demand that underpins property values, new homes are being built at an average value of $307,000. Additionally, $50,000 in commercial approvals have been registered this financial year, demonstrating the area's residential nature.

When measured against Greater Adelaide, Seaford Rise - Moana has slightly more development (18.0% above regional average per person over the 5 year period), maintaining good buyer choice while supporting existing property values. New building activity shows 98.0% detached dwellings and 2.0% attached dwellings, sustaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. At around 203 people per approval, Seaford Rise - Moana reflects a developing area.

Population forecasts indicate Seaford Rise - Moana will gain 1,735 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Present construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Seaford Rise - Moana has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 12thth percentile nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 5 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Moana Growth Water Main Installation, Ocean View Estate, Gulf Parade Land Revocation & Upgrade, Maslin Beach, and Fleurieu Connections - Main South Road Duplication, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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AreaSearch analysis places Seaford Rise - Moana well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Seaford Rise - Moana possesses a balanced workforce spanning white and blue collar employment, with essential services sectors well represented, an unemployment rate of only 3.4%, and 5.2% in estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 6,295 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 0.4% below Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%, and workforce participation is fairly standard (69.9% compared to Greater Adelaide's 67.2%). Based on Census responses, a low 10.7% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Leading employment industries among residents comprise health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The area demonstrates a particularly notable concentration in construction, with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 4.4% versus the regional average of 7.3%. The area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of the Census working population versus the resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 5.2% while the labour force increased by 4.7%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.5 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Adelaide recorded employment growth of 4.2%, labour force growth of 3.9%, with unemployment falling 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Seaford Rise - Moana. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Seaford Rise - Moana's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.8% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The Seaford Rise - Moana SA2's income level is lower than average on a national basis according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The Seaford Rise - Moana SA2's median income among taxpayers is $54,137 and the average income stands at $60,710, which compares to Greater Adelaide's figures of $54,808 and $66,852 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $58,901 (median) and $66,052 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Seaford Rise - Moana, between the 36th and 36th percentiles. Distribution data shows 34.6% of the population (4,049 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, mirroring the surrounding region where 31.8% occupy this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.3% of income remaining, ranking at the 37th percentile.

Seaford Rise - Moana is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Dwelling structure within Seaford Rise - Moana, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 92.6% houses and 7.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Adelaide metro's 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Seaford Rise - Moana slightly lagged that of Adelaide metro, at 29.9%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (47.5%) or rented (22.7%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was below the Adelaide metro average at $1,517, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $320, compared to Adelaide metro's $1,562 and $320. Nationally, Seaford Rise Rise - Moana's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.

Seaford Rise - Moana has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 74.2% of all households, comprising 32.8% couples with children, 27.5% couples without children, and 12.8% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 25.8%, with lone person households at 23.9% and group households comprising 2.0% of the total. The median household size of 2.6 people is larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Seaford Rise - Moana fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (17.1%) substantially below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 12.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 42.7% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (31.6%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 28.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.2% in primary education, 8.2% in secondary education, and 3.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 63 active transport stops operating within Seaford Rise - Moana comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 17 individual routes, collectively providing 897 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 205 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward - the car remains the dominant mode at 90%, with 6% by train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling. A relatively low 10.7% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 128 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 14 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Seaford Rise - Moana is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Seaford Rise - Moana demonstrates above-average health outcomes, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population, though higher than the national average across older, at-risk cohorts. The rate of private health cover is relatively low at approximately 49% of the total population (~5,758 people), compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 9.6% and 9.5% of residents, respectively, while 65.4% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide. Working-age residents show an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 19.6% of residents aged 65 and over (2,289 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, though they rank lower nationally than the broader population.

Seaford Rise - Moana ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Seaford Rise - Moana was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 74.1% of its population born in Australia, 90.3% being citizens, and 94.8% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Seaford Rise - Moana is Christianity, which makes up 36.1% of people. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.1% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Greater Adelaide.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Seaford Rise - Moana are English, comprising 38.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 27.8%, Australian, comprising 26.4% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 7.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 1.1% of Seaford Rise - Moana (vs 0.6% regionally), South Australian at 0.8% (vs 0.3%) and German at 5.0% (vs 5.1%).

Seaford Rise - Moana's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The 40-year median age in Seaford Rise - Moana is similar to Greater Adelaide's average of 39 and similarly somewhat older than Australia's 38 years. The 55 - 64 age group shows strong representation at 12.9% compared to Greater Adelaide, whereas the 25 - 34 cohort is less prevalent at 10.8%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 4.9% to 6.4% of the population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 13.8% to 12.4% and the 5 to 14 group dropped from 14.1% to 12.8%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Seaford Rise - Moana. Leading the demographic shift, the 75 to 84 group will grow by 53% (398 people), reaching 1,149 from 750. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 52% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 55 to 64 cohort is projected to decline by 20 people.