Uraidla - Summertown

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

Uraidla-Summertown's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 6,427, showing an increase of 385 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a 6.4% growth from the previous figure of 6,042. The change can be inferred from the estimated resident population of 6,371 in June 2024 and an additional 96 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density of 53 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, Uraidla-Summertown has shown resilient growth with a compound annual growth rate of 1.4%, outperforming its SA4 region. Natural growth contributed approximately 45.7% to overall population gains during recent periods, although all factors including overseas migration and interstate migration were positive.

AreaSearch uses 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 adjusted using a method of weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. Future population trends project an above median growth for statistical areas nationally, with Uraidla-Summertown expected to expand by 1,173 persons to reach approximately 7,600 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 averaged approximately 51 dwelling approvals per year. Between FY2020/21 and FY2025/26258 homes were approved, with an additional 5 in the current financial year. Each dwelling built over the past five years resulted in an average of 2.2 new residents.

The average construction value is $439,000, indicating a focus on premium developments. In FY2025/26, commercial development approvals totalled $6.4 million. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Uraidla-Summertown has about 75% of the construction activity per person and ranks in the 85th percentile nationally. Recent construction comprises 65.0% detached houses and 35.0% townhouses or apartments.

This shift from the current 92.0% houses suggests decreasing developable land availability and changing lifestyle preferences. With approximately 111 people per dwelling approval, Uraidla-Summertown exhibits growth area characteristics. By 2041, it is projected to grow by 1,117 residents. At current development rates, new housing supply should meet demand, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond projections.

Uraidla - Summertown has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 33rdth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 30 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include Hamilton Hill (former Youth Training Centre, Magill/Woodforde), Morialta Performing Arts Centre, Magill Campus Renewal Project, and Rostrevor College Master Plan Redevelopment (Stage 2 and Ongoing). The following list details those most relevant:.

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Employment performance in Uraidla - Summertown ranks among the strongest 15% of areas evaluated nationally

Uraidla-Summertown has a highly educated workforce with low unemployment. As of September 2025, the unemployment rate is 2.1%.

The area saw estimated employment growth of 3.4% in the past year. There are 3,693 residents employed, and the unemployment rate is 1.8% lower than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is 65.5%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 61.7%. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical, with a specialization in the latter at 1.4 times the regional level.

Retail trade has lower representation at 7.1% versus the regional average of 10.0%. Employment opportunities appear limited locally based on Census data analysis. Over a 12-month period ending September 2025, employment increased by 3.4%, and labour force grew by 3.3%, keeping unemployment relatively stable at 2.1%. In contrast, Greater Adelaide had employment growth of 3.0% and labour force growth of 2.9%, with a slight drop in unemployment to 3.8%. State-level data as of 25-Nov-25 shows SA employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, adding 10,710 jobs, with an unemployment rate of 4.0%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Uraidla-Summertown's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by similar rates over the same periods, assuming no significant changes in population projections.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that Uraidla - Summertown SA2 has a high national median assessed income of $55,956 and an average income of $76,708. This contrasts with Greater Adelaide's median income of $52,592 and average income of $64,886. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Uraidla - Summertown would be approximately $63,135 (median) and $86,550 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Uraidla - Summertown cluster around the 71st percentile nationally. The predominant income cohort spans 30.1% of locals (1,934 people), earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly. A significant 34.4% earn above $3,000 weekly. After housing costs, residents retain 87.5% of income. 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 structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 91.7% houses and 8.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Adelaide metro's 95.2% houses and 4.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Uraidla-Summertown stood 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 mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were higher than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 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 comprise the remaining 20.3%, with lone person households at 17.9% and group households at 2.5%. The median household size is 2.7 people, 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, the educational attainment significantly exceeds broader benchmarks. Specifically, 41.8% of residents aged 15+ have university qualifications compared to 25.7% in South Australia (SA) and 28.9% in Greater Adelaide. This area's educational advantage is evident with bachelor degrees leading at 26.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 11.0% and graduate diplomas at 4.3%. Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 27.5% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 10.7% and certificates at 16.8%.

Educational participation is notably high in the area, 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.

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 nine different routes that together facilitate 506 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is considered limited, with residents on average located 670 meters from the nearest stop.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 72 trips per day, resulting in approximately eight 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 exhibit low prevalence of common health conditions.

The rate of private health cover is very high at approximately 58% of the total population (~3714 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. Meanwhile, 72.1% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 68.5% across Greater Adelaide. As of June 2021, 19.4% of residents are aged 65 and over (1248 people). Health outcomes among seniors in the area perform even better than the general population in health metrics.

In terms of cultural diversity, Uraidla - Summertown records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Uraidla-Summertown has a cultural diversity level above average, with 22.4% of its population born overseas and 12.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Uraidla-Summertown, accounting for 39.4% of people there. Notably, Judaism comprises 0.2%, which is higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (29.2%), Australian (25.0%), and Scottish (7.0%). Some ethnic groups show significant variations: Hungarian at 0.6% compared to 0.3% regionally, German at 6.6% versus 8.2%, and Italian at 6.5% against 2.7%.

Uraidla - Summertown's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Uraidla - Summertown is 43 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years and Australia's median age 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 population aged 75-84 grew from 5.0% to 6.4%, while the 55-64 age group declined from 15.0% to 13.8%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Uraidla - Summertown's age structure. The 45-54 age group is projected to grow by 31%, adding 274 people and reaching a total of 1,165 from the current 890. Meanwhile, the 0-4 age group is expected to grow by a modest 8%, with an increase of 24 people.