The Parks
Statistical Area - sa2

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

The Parks' population is 21,267 as of November 2025. This reflects an increase of 1,622 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 19,645. The change is inferred from ABS estimated resident population of 21,106 in June 2024 and additional 471 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,164 persons per square kilometer. The Parks' growth of 8.3% since the 2021 census exceeded the state's 7.1%, marking it as a regional growth leader. 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 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered and years post-2032, SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Considering projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is projected for The Parks, expected to increase by 4,457 persons to 2041 based on the latest population numbers, reflecting an increase of 20.0% in total over the 17 years.

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

The Parks has experienced approximately 201 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 1,005 homes. As of FY-26, 25 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.4 new residents arrive per year for each new home approved between FY-21 and FY-25. The average construction cost value of new homes is $236,000.

In FY-26, $38.7 million in commercial approvals have been registered. Compared to Greater Adelaide, The Parks has seen 17.0% more development per person over the past five years. Development activity has moderated recently.

New building activity comprises 65.0% standalone homes and 35.0% attached dwellings, offering varied housing types. As of approvals, The Parks has around 134 people. By 2041, it is projected to gain 4,262 residents. Current development rates suggest new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, benefiting buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

The Parks has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 35thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 25 projects that could 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. The following list details those most relevant:.

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

The Parks has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation. Its unemployment rate was 8.3% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.5%.

As of June 2025, 10,085 residents are employed, but the unemployment rate is higher than Greater Adelaide's at 4.3%, indicating room for improvement. Workforce participation is lower compared to Greater Adelaide at 56.9% versus 61.7%. Key employment industries include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. Manufacturing stands out with an employment share of 1.7 times the regional level.

However, education & training employs only 5.6% of local workers compared to Greater Adelaide's 9.3%. The Parks functions as an employment hub with 1.1 jobs per resident, attracting workers from surrounding areas. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 2.5%, while the labour force grew by 3.1%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.6 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Adelaide saw employment growth of 2.1% and a marginal increase in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 suggest potential future demand within The Parks. Over five years, national employment is projected to expand by 6.6%, with local growth estimated at approximately 6.1%. Over ten years, national employment is forecast to grow by 13.7%, while The Parks' growth is projected at around 13.1%.

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

AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year 2022 shows The Parks had a median taxpayer income of $47,781 and an average income of $53,619. Nationally, the median was $52,592 and the average was $64,886. By September 2025, adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 12.83%, median income in The Parks is estimated at $53,911 and average income at $60,498. Census 2021 data places household, family, and personal incomes in The Parks between the 8th and 20th percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket comprises 31.5% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly, with 6,699 residents. Housing affordability is severe, with only 82.1% of income remaining, ranking at the 19th percentile.

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

The Parks' dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 67.5% houses and 32.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Adelaide metro had 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, and rents were below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 66.3% of all households, including 30.7% couples with children, 18.9% couples without children, and 14.3% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 33.7%, with lone person households at 28.4% and group households making up 5.3%. The median household size is 2.6 people, 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 stand at 26.3%, slightly below the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common (18.3%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 25.7% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 8.3% and certificates at 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. The Parks has four schools with a combined enrollment of 972 students, operating under typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1006) with balanced educational opportunities. Education provision is balanced with three primary and one secondary school serving distinct age groups. School places per 100 residents are at 4.6, below the regional average of 8.9, indicating some students may attend schools in adjacent areas. Note: for schools showing 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to the parent campus.

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 include both train and bus services. There are 22 individual routes operating in total, providing 2,105 weekly passenger trips combined.

The average distance residents live from 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

The Parks's health metrics are close to national benchmarks, with common health conditions among residents being somewhat typical but higher than the national average for older cohorts. Approximately 47% of the total population (~9,995 people) has private health cover, compared to 49.8% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.3%. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are mental health issues (7.5%) and arthritis (6.7%), while 72.6% of residents declare 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 highest levels of cultural diversity in Australia, with 50.8% of its population born overseas and 59.5% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in The Parks, making up 38.7% of its population. However, Buddhism is notably overrepresented compared to the Greater Adelaide average, comprising 14.5% of The Parks' population versus 6.1%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are Other (17.9%), Vietnamese (16.6%), and English (14.0%). These figures differ significantly from regional averages: Other is substantially higher (17.9% vs 9.4%), Vietnamese is notably higher (16.6% vs 5.9%), and English is lower than average (14.0% vs 25.0%). Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of Serbian (1.5% vs 0.8%), Polish (1.2% vs 1.4%), and Greek (3.3% vs 2.2%) ethnic groups in The Parks compared to regional averages.

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 Australia's 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 now, the proportion of residents aged 25-34 has increased from 17.2% to 18.4%, while the proportion of those aged 45-54 has decreased from 12.6% to 11.5%. By 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 3,195 people from the current 2,445.