Uraidla - Summertown
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Uraidla-Summertown's population, as per AreaSearch's analysis, was around 6427 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 385 people, a 6.4% rise from the 2021 Census which recorded a population of 6042. The change is inferred from ABS's estimated resident population of 6371 in June 2024 and an additional 96 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 53 persons per square kilometer, indicating ample space per person. Over the past decade, Uraidla-Summertown exhibited resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.4%, surpassing the SA4 region's growth. Natural growth contributed approximately 45.7% to overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including overseas and interstate migration were positive factors.

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 adopted, based on 2021 data and released in 2023, with adjustments made using a method of weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. Future population trends project an above median growth for statistical areas nationwide, with Uraidla-Summertown expected to expand by 1173 persons to reach 7590 by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 17.4% over the 17-year period.

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

Uraidla-Summertown has averaged approximately 51 new dwelling approvals annually over recent years. Between Financial Year 2021 (FY-21) and FY-25, a total of 258 homes were approved, with one more approved so far in FY-26. Each year, an average of 2.2 new residents has been gained for each dwelling built during these five financial years, indicating strong demand that supports property values.

The average expected construction cost value of new homes is $439,000, suggesting developers focus on the premium market with high-end developments. This financial year, $6.4 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, reflecting the area's residential character. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Uraidla-Summertown shows around 75% of the construction activity per person while ranking among the 85th percentile nationally. Recent construction comprises 65.0% detached houses and 35.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a shift from existing housing patterns (currently 92.0% houses), likely due to diminishing developable land availability and evolving lifestyle preferences.

With around 111 people per dwelling approval, Uraidla-Summertown exhibits characteristics of a growth area. By 2041, the area is projected to grow by approximately 1,117 residents. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

Uraidla - Summertown has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 27thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 30 projects likely to affect the region. Notable initiatives include Hamilton Hill (former Youth Training Centre, Magill/Woodforde), Magill Campus Renewal Project, Morialta Performing Arts Centre, and Magill Campus Redevelopment. The following list details those most pertinent:.

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Employment conditions in Uraidla - Summertown demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Uraidla - Summertown has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 2.1% as of June 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 1.8% over the past year.

There were 3,642 residents employed while the unemployment rate was 1.9% lower than Greater Adelaide's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation was at 65.5%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 61.7%. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. The area specializes in professional & technical jobs, with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level.

Retail trade representation was lower at 7.1% compared to the regional average of 10.0%. Employment opportunities appear limited locally based on Census data analysis. Over a 12-month period ending June 2025, employment increased by 1.8% while labour force grew by 1.7%, keeping unemployment relatively stable at 2.1%. In contrast, Greater Adelaide saw employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.1%, with a marginal rise in unemployment to 4.0%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, varying by industry sector. Applying these projections to Uraidla - Summertown's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.6%% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that income in Uraidla - Summertown is extremely high nationally. The median income is $55,956 while the average income stands at $76,708. This contrasts with Greater Adelaide's figures of a median income of $52,592 and an average income of $64,886. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $63,135 (median) and $86,550 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Uraidla - Summertown cluster around the 72nd percentile nationally. Income brackets indicate that 30.1% of locals (1,934 people) fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 category, aligning with the regional trend where this cohort also represents 31.8%. A significant 34.4% earn above $3,000 weekly, reflecting prosperity in the area. After housing costs, residents retain 87.5% of income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

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

Uraidla-Summertown's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, had 91.7% houses and 8.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Adelaide metro's 95.2% houses and 4.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Uraidla-Summertown was at 41.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 44.9% and rented ones at 13.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,102, higher than Adelaide metro's average of $1,733. Median weekly rent in Uraidla-Summertown was $400, compared to Adelaide metro's $350. Nationally, Uraidla-Summertown's median monthly mortgage repayment exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while median rent surpassed the national figure of $375.

Uraidla - Summertown features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 79.7% of all households, including 38.5% couples with children, 33.4% couples without children, and 6.9% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 20.3%, with lone person households at 17.9% and group households comprising 2.5%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.6.

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

In Uraidla-Summertown, educational attainment exceeds regional averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 41.8% possess university qualifications, compared to 25.7% in South Australia (SA) and 28.9% in Greater Adelaide. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 26.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 11.0% and graduate diplomas at 4.3%. Vocational credentials are also common, with 27.5% of residents holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (10.7%) and certificates (16.8%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.2% in primary education, 9.2% in secondary education, and 7.1% pursuing tertiary education. The area's four schools have a combined enrollment of 1,224 students, indicating it serves as an educational center for the broader region. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs, with 19.1 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 14.1. The educational mix includes three primary schools and one K-12 school. The area demonstrates above-average socio-educational conditions, with an ICSEA score of 1092.

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

Uraidla-Summertown has 59 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 9 different routes that together offer 506 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as limited, with residents usually located about 670 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 72 trips per day across all routes, which works out to roughly 8 weekly trips per individual stop.

Uraidla - Summertown's residents are extremely healthy with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Uraidla-Summertown. Both young and old age cohorts have low prevalence of common health conditions.

The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 58% of the total population (3,714 people), compared to 55.2% across Greater Adelaide. The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 7.3% and 7.0% of residents respectively. 72.1% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 68.5% across Greater Adelaide. The area has 19.4% of residents aged 65 and over (1,248 people). Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, performing even better than the general population in health metrics.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Uraidla - Summertown was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Uraidla-Summertown exhibited above-average cultural diversity with 22.4% of its population born overseas and 12.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 39.4%. Judaism was notably overrepresented at 0.2%, compared to 0.1% in Greater Adelaide.

In terms of ancestry, the top groups were English (29.2%), Australian (25.0%), and Scottish (7.0%). Hungarian (0.6%) and German (6.6%) were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 0.3% and 8.2%, respectively. Italian was also overrepresented at 6.5% versus the regional average of 2.7%.

Uraidla - Summertown hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

The median age in Uraidla-Summertown is 43 years, significantly higher than Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Uraidla-Summertown has a higher proportion of residents aged 55-64 (13.8%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (9.3%). According to the 2021 Census, the 75-84 age group increased from 5.0% to 6.4%, while the 55-64 cohort decreased from 15.0% to 13.8%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Uraidla-Summertown's age structure. The 45-54 group is expected to grow by 31%, adding 274 people and reaching a total of 1,165 from the current 890. Meanwhile, the 0-4 cohort will grow by a modest 8%, an increase of 24 people.