The Parks

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

The Parks's population, as of November 2025, stands at approximately 21,267. This figure represents an increase of 1,622 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 19,645. The growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 21,106 in June 2024 and an additional 471 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,164 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. The Parks's growth rate of 8.3% since the 2021 census exceeds both the state (7.1%) and metropolitan area rates, positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 89.5% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts 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 used, based on 2021 data and adjusted employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Based on projected demographic shifts, The Parks is expected to exhibit above median population growth. By 2041, the area's population is projected to increase by 4,457 persons, reflecting an overall increase of 20.0% over the 17-year period, based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions The Parks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

The Parks has received approximately 201 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 1,005 homes. As of FY26, 32 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.4 new residents per year settled in new homes between FY21 and FY25. The average construction cost value of new homes was $236,000.

In FY26, $38.7 million in commercial approvals were registered. Compared to Greater Adelaide, The Parks has seen 17.0% more development per person over the past five years. Development activity consists of 65.0% standalone homes and 35.0% attached dwellings.

The Parks is projected to gain 4,262 residents by 2041. Current development rates suggest that new housing supply should meet demand comfortably.

The Parks has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 9thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 25 projects that may impact the area. Notable projects include Regency Park Industrial Precinct Renewal, Woodville Place, The Parks Recreation and Sports Centre Redevelopment, and Northern Adelaide Road Upgrades Program. Below is a list of those most relevant.

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Employment performance in The Parks has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

The Parks has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate was 7.7% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 4.4%.

As of September 2025, 10,281 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 3.8% above Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is 56.9%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 61.7%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. Manufacturing is particularly specialized with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level.

Conversely, education & training employs only 5.6% of local workers, below Greater Adelaide's 9.3%. There are 1.1 workers per resident, indicating The Parks functions as an employment hub attracting workers from surrounding areas. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 4.4%, while the labour force grew by 4.2%, causing a decrease in unemployment rate of 0.2 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Adelaide recorded employment growth of 3.0% with unemployment falling 0.1 percentage points. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows SA employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, adding 10,710 jobs, with the state unemployment rate at 4.0%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.1% over ten years. Applying these projections to The Parks's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year 2022, The Parks SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $47,781 and an average income of $53,619. Nationally, these figures were lower than the averages of $52,592 and $64,886 for Greater Adelaide respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $53,911 (median) and $60,498 (average). Census 2021 data shows The Parks' household, family, and personal incomes fall between the 8th and 20th percentiles nationally. Income brackets indicate that 31.5% of residents earn $1,500 - $2,999 weekly, with a similar pattern seen in the broader area at 31.8%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.1% of income remaining, ranking at the 18th percentile nationally.

The Parks displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The Parks' dwelling structure, as assessed in the latest Census, consisted of 67.5% houses and 32.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Adelaide metro's 69.1% houses and 30.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in The Parks was at 23.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 31.6% and rented ones at 45.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, aligning with Adelaide metro's average. The median weekly rent was $270, compared to Adelaide metro's $295. Nationally, The Parks' mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

The Parks features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 66.3 percent of all households, including 30.7 percent couples with children, 18.9 percent couples without children, and 14.3 percent single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 33.7 percent, with lone person households at 28.4 percent and group households comprising 5.3 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.3.

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

University qualification levels in The Parks are at 26.3%, slightly below the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common, with 18.3% of residents holding one. Postgraduate qualifications and graduate diplomas follow, at 6.5% and 1.5% respectively.

Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 25.7% of residents aged 15+ having them. This includes advanced diplomas (8.3%) and certificates (17.4%). Educational participation is high, with 30.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.1% in primary education, 7.2% in tertiary education, and 6.6% pursuing secondary education.

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

The Parks has 105 active public transport stops. These are a mix of train and bus services. There are 22 different routes operating in total.

Collectively, these routes provide 2,105 weekly passenger trips. The average distance from residents' homes to the nearest transport stop is 185 meters. On average, there are 300 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 20 weekly trips per individual stop.

The Parks's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Parks's health metrics are close to national benchmarks. Common health conditions among its general population are somewhat typical but higher than the national average among older cohorts. Private health cover is very low at approximately 47% of the total population (~9,995 people), compared to 49.8% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.3%.

The most common medical conditions are mental health issues (7.5%) and arthritis (6.7%), with 72.6% of residents declaring themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 66.1% across Greater Adelaide. The area has 15.4% of residents aged 65 and over (3,275 people), which is lower than the 19.2% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges requiring more attention than the broader population.

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

The Parks has one of the most diverse populations in the country, with 50.8% of its residents born overseas and 59.5% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in The Parks, practiced by 38.7% of people. However, Buddhism is notably more prevalent here compared to Greater Adelaide, comprising 14.5% versus 6.1%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are Other (17.9%), Vietnamese (16.6%), and English (14.0%). These percentages are substantially higher than their regional averages of 9.4%, 5.9%, and 25.0% respectively. Additionally, Serbian (1.5%), Polish (1.2%), and Greek (3.3%) ethnic groups are notably overrepresented in The Parks compared to the regional averages of 0.8%, 1.4%, and 2.2% respectively.

The Parks's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in The Parks is 36 years, which is slightly below Greater Adelaide's average of 39 and also slightly below the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Adelaide, The Parks has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (18.4%), but fewer residents aged 75-84 (4.8%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the percentage of residents aged 25-34 has increased from 17.2% to 18.4%, while the percentage of those aged 45-54 has decreased from 12.6% to 11.5%. By the year 2041, The Parks is projected to experience significant changes in its age composition, with the 45-54 age group expected to grow by 31%, reaching a total of 3,195 people from the current figure of 2,445.