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 is 6,486 as of May 2026. This figure shows an increase of 444 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,042. The change is inferred from ABS' estimated resident population of 6,484 in June 2025 and an additional 103 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 54 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, Uraidla - Summertown's compound annual growth rate was 1.6%, outpacing its SA4 region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 42.2% 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 are adopted, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data. Future population trends project an above median growth for statistical areas across the nation. Uraidla - Summertown is expected to expand by 1,102 persons to 2041, reflecting a 17.0% increase over the 16 years based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

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

Uraidla-Summertown averaged approximately 51 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, with a total of 258 homes approved. In FY26 up until now, there have been 10 dwelling approvals. Each year, an average of 2.2 new residents were gained per dwelling built during these five financial years, indicating strong demand that supports property values.

The average construction cost value for new dwellings is $439,000, suggesting a focus on premium developments targeting high-end markets. This financial year has seen $6.4 million in commercial development approvals, reflecting the area's residential character. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Uraidla-Summertown exhibits around 75% of the construction activity per person and ranks among the 85th percentile nationally based on areas assessed. Recent construction comprises 65% detached houses and 35% townhouses or apartments, marking a shift from the current housing pattern of 92% houses.

This change may be due to decreasing developable land availability and evolving lifestyle preferences. With approximately 111 people per dwelling approval, Uraidla-Summertown displays characteristics of a growth area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the area is projected to grow by 1,100 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

Uraidla - Summertown has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 37thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 25 projects likely to affect this region. Notable initiatives include Hamilton Hill (former Youth Training Centre, Magill/Woodforde), Magill Campus Renewal Project, Rostrevor College Master Plan Redevelopment (Stage 2 and Ongoing), and Magill 5 Units Luxury Townhouse Project. The following list details projects most likely to be relevant.

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Employment conditions in Uraidla - Summertown rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Uraidla-Summertown has a highly educated workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate is 1.9%, lower than the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%. Employment growth over the past year is estimated at 5.8%.

As of December 2025, there are 3760 residents in work, with an unemployment rate of 2.0% and workforce participation at 71.0%. Home-based workers account for 16.6% of residents, considering Covid-19 lockdown impacts. 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 shows lower representation at 7.1% versus the regional average of 10.0%. Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by the working population count compared to resident population. Over a 12-month period ending December 2025, employment increased by 5.8%, labour force grew by 5.4%, and unemployment rate fell by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Uraidla-Summertown's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years.

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 2023 shows that Uraidla - Summertown SA2 has a very high national median income of $57,390 and an average income of $78,011. This compares to Greater Adelaide's median income of $54,808 and average income of $66,852. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, current estimates suggest a median income of approximately $63,227 and an average income of around $85,945 as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Uraidla - Summertown cluster around the 71st percentile nationally. The predominant income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, with 30.1% of locals (1,952 people) falling into this category, similar to the region where it represents 31.8%. Notably, 34.4% earn above $3,000 weekly. After housing costs, residents retain 87.5% of their 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 in the latest Census showed 91.7% houses and 8.3% other dwellings, compared to Adelaide metro's 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Uraidla-Summertown was 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 $1,562. Median weekly rent in Uraidla-Summertown was $400, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. 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 account for 79.7 percent of all households, including 38.5 percent couples with children, 33.4 percent couples without children, and 6.9 percent single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 20.3 percent, with lone person households at 17.9 percent and group households comprising 2.5 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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

Uraidla-Summertown's educational attainment exceeds broader benchmarks: 41.8% of residents aged 15+ have university qualifications, compared to 25.7% in South Australia and 28.9% in Greater Adelaide. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 26.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.0%) and graduate diplomas (4.3%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent: 27.5% of residents aged 15+ hold them, with advanced diplomas at 10.7% and certificates at 16.8%. Educational participation is high, with 30.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 10.2% in primary, 9.2% in secondary, and 7.1% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably 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.

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 bus services. These are covered by nine routes offering a total of 506 weekly passenger trips. Residents have limited access to transport, living on average 670 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outwards using cars, with 90% doing so and only 6% using buses. Vehicle ownership is high at 2.0 per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, 16.6% of residents work from home, possibly due to COVID-19 conditions.

Overall service frequency averages 72 trips daily across all routes, equating to about eight weekly trips per stop.

Uraidla - Summertown's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Uraidla - Summertown shows excellent health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups.

Private health cover is high at approximately 58% of the total population (~3,761 people), compared to 52.7% in Greater Adelaide. The most common conditions are arthritis (7.3%) and mental health issues (7%). A majority (72.1%) report no medical ailments, higher than Greater Adelaide's 67.9%. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 19.4% of residents aged 65 and over (1,256 people). Health outcomes among seniors are strong, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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, surveyed in June-August 2016, 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, at 0.2%, was overrepresented compared to Greater Adelaide's 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (29.2%), Australian (25.0%), and Scottish (7.0%). Hungarian (0.6%) and German (6.6%) were notably overrepresented, while Italian showed slight overrepresentation at 6.5% compared to regional percentages of 0.3%, 5.1%, and 5.2% respectively.

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 (13.7%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (9.7%). According to the 2021 Census, the 75-84 age group increased from 5.0% to 6.6%, while the 55-64 cohort decreased from 15.0% to 13.7%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Uraidla - Summertown's age structure. The 45-54 group is expected to grow by 30%, reaching 1,169 people from 897. Meanwhile, the 0-4 cohort will grow by a modest 7%, adding 20 people.