Valley View - Gilles Plains

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DemographicsPopulation Growth in Valley View - Gilles Plains

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Valley View - Gilles Plains has an estimated 11,004 residents, up from 10,504 at the 2021 Census — a change of 500 people, or 4.8%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. That puts 2,351 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.

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According to demographic evaluations from AreaSearch, the resident count across Valley View - Gilles Plains stands at roughly 11,004 as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 500 people (4.8%) compared to the 10,504 people tallied during the 2021 Census. Such growth is deduced by combining the ABS Estimated Resident Population of 10,965 as of June 2025 with 78 validated new addresses added following the Census enumeration. This overall count translates to a settlement density of 2,351 persons per square kilometer, positioning the community within the top quartile among all nationally evaluated locations.

Throughout the preceding decade, Valley View - Gilles Plains recorded steady expansion via a 1.2% compound annual growth rate, exceeding broader state figures. The primary catalyst behind local demographic increases has been overseas migration, which generated roughly 81.0% of total inbound growth over recent timeframes. Projections for each SA2 region utilize ABS/Geoscience Australia data published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the reference baseline. Where locations are not covered by these datasets, or across years post-2032, models incorporate the SA State Government's Regional/LGA age-cohort forecasts published in 2023 using 2021 numbers, adjusted through a weighted aggregation framework translating LGA trends to SA2 boundaries. Looking toward forthcoming demographic shifts, the community is anticipated to record gains placing it slightly underneath the national SA2 median, expanding by 1,214 persons to 2041 based upon recent annual ERP releases, translating to an overall growth rate of 10.7% throughout the 16 years.

Frequently Asked Questions - Population

What is the latest population estimate for the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Total population for the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 was estimated to be approximately 11,004 as at Aug 26. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 10,965 from the ABS up to June 2025.
How has the population in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 changed since 2021?
The valley view - gilles plains sa2 has added approximately 500 people and shown a 4.76% increase from the 10,504 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
What is the population density in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
The population density in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is estimated at 2,351 persons per square kilometer based on the latest population estimate.
How much has the population grown over the past 10 years in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.2% per annum.
What are the main drivers of population growth in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Population growth in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (81.0%), Natural increase (19.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 81.0% of overall population gains.

Residential SupplyHousing Development & Building Approvals in Valley View - Gilles Plains

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394 new dwellings have been approved in Valley View - Gilles Plains over the past five years, an average of 78 a year. That places the area in the 69th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 79 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 89% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.

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Residential planning approvals in Valley View - Gilles Plains have averaged approximately 78 new dwellings each year, totaling 394 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Inflow patterns have tracked closely with residential supply at an average of 1.1 people per year relocating per constructed residence over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), fostering well-balanced supply-demand dynamics and orderly market conditions. Approved residential works reflect an average expected build cost of $312,000, aligning with prevailing regional norms. Meanwhile, commercial construction activity remains subdued, registering approvals valued at $306,000 in the current financial year.

Per-capita building rates in Valley View - Gilles Plains mirror broader Greater Adelaide trends, reinforcing balanced local market conditions. Approvals for new residential building projects remain heavily weighted toward standalone houses at 89.0%, with medium and high-density housing accounting for 11.0%, thereby sustaining the suburb's low-density, family-oriented layout geared toward space-seeking households. With approximately 133 people per approval, the district demonstrates distinct low-density urban characteristics. Projections indicate that Valley View - Gilles Plains will expand by 1,175 residents through to 2041, measured against the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current construction pipelines suggest incoming housing supply will comfortably accommodate demographic needs, creating favorable conditions for home purchasers and potentially enabling population expansion beyond baseline forecasts.

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How many dwelling approvals have occurred in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 recently?
Dwelling approval activity in the the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 area has seen 169 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2's current population of 11,004 has been supported by 78 approvals on average over recent years.
How does the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2's development activity compare to the broader region?
The Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 has seen 0.73 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.74 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 133 people in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2, compared to one for every 122 in the broader region.
Is the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 keeping up with housing demand?
With the population expected to increase by 1,175 people by 2041, around 588 new dwellings will be necessary. Recent approval levels appear more than sufficient to meet these forecasts, considering the census average of 2.0 persons per dwelling. This suggests that population growth may exceed trend projections in the coming years, supported by a robust housing supply.
What has been the trend in development approvals over the past five years in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 78, showing modest growth in recent years.
How many dwellings will be needed to accommodate future population growth in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
The population in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is expected to grow by 1,175 people by 2041, necessitating approximately 588 new dwellings. This calculation is based on the current census average of 2.0 persons per dwelling in the area.
How does recent development compare to population growth in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Over the past five years, the population in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 has grown by approximately 1,617 people, while 394 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 4.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Are there opportunities for residential developers in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
With dwelling approval activity running at an average of 78 approvals per year and a population of 11,004, the market appears to be adequately supplied relative to projected housing demand in recent years, suggesting that developers should have a longer-term approach when considering new projects. With the population expected to increase by 1,175 people by 2041, around 588 new dwellings will be necessary. Recent approval levels appear more than sufficient to meet these forecasts, considering the census average of 2.0 persons per dwelling. This suggests that population growth may exceed trend projections in the coming years, supported by a robust housing supply.
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Project PipelineInfrastructure & Major Projects in Valley View - Gilles Plains

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AreaSearch tracks 62 current infrastructure and development projects close to Valley View - Gilles Plains, worth an estimated $6.1 billion. 15 are already under construction and 26 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.

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Local area dynamics and development trajectories are significantly shaped by major infrastructure undertakings, civic investments, and regional planning policies. AreaSearch has pinpointed 7 key initiatives positioned to influence the surrounding district. Notable works include the Valley View Golf Course Residential Release (Stage 3 & 4), The Avenues at Valley View, the Walkleys Road Corridor, alongside the Gawler Line Electrification & Level Crossing Removals, with the most critical works outlined below.

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What are some of the major infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 include: Valley View Golf Course Residential Release (Stage 3 & 4) (Construction); The Avenues at Valley View (Completed); Walkleys Road Corridor (Dev. Application); Gawler Line Electrification & Level Crossing Removals (Completed); and Westfield Tea Tree Plaza Entertainment & Leisure Precinct (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
What types of infrastructure projects are impacting the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Infrastructure development impacting the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Transport & Logistics, and Retail, among others.
What is the scale of infrastructure investment impacting the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates substantial capital deployment exceeding $1.8 billion in projects that will impact the extended area, with a notable concentration of investment within the immediate the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 vicinity.
How does the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2's infrastructure development compare to other areas?
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 7thth percentile.
Hillcrest Primary School Gymnasium Upgrade
Category: Education & Training
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2026
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Construction of a new multi-use indoor sports gymnasium and modernized physical activity facilities at Hillcrest Primary School. Delivered under the South Australian Department for Education capital works program to provide enhanced indoor sporting and assembly spaces.

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Windsor Village Health and Retail Precinct
Category: Retail
Stage: Planning | Est. Comp: 2026

Redevelopment and commercial leasing of an integrated medical, allied health, and retail precinct at Windsor Village. The upgraded hub accommodates medical consulting suites, dental services, a grocery supermarket, and local community retail.

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Avenues College Classroom & Infrastructure Upgrade
Category: Education & Training
Stage: Approved | Est. Comp: 2027
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Capital upgrade program delivering modern classroom refurbishments, learning space upgrades, and facility infrastructure improvements at Avenues College. The initiative aims to enhance campus amenities and accommodate growing student enrollments.

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Sensa Paradise
Category: Residential Development
Stage: Approved | Est. Comp: 2027

Conmetro master-planned residential community at 59 Darley Road in Paradise adjacent to River Torrens Linear Park. Delivers architecturally designed homes and land packages situated less than 9km from the Adelaide CBD.

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57-67 Darley Road Townhouse & Mixed-Use Development
Category: Residential Development
Stage: Approved | Est. Comp: 2026
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Redevelopment of 57-67 Darley Road in Paradise into a modern medium-density townhouse and mixed-use precinct. The development comprises two and three-storey architecturally designed townhomes, ground-floor boutique retail space, and communal landscaped courtyards. It provides stylish infill housing close to the O-Bahn Paradise Interchange and River Torrens Linear Park.

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Walkleys Road Corridor
Category: Communities
Stage: Dev. Application | Est. Comp: 2030
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The City of Salisbury's largest residential development, delivering around 220 homes on a former road corridor reserve at Ingle Farm. Housing types include traditional allotments, low-maintenance lots, townhouses and super lots for integrated development. The project includes two new streets, shared paths and bikeways, upgraded green streetscapes, stormwater detention basins with biofiltration, and a $2 million district-level playspace at Baloo Reserve. Targeting 6-Star Green Star Communities accreditation - the first in South Australia. Planning application lodged June 2024, with five civil construction stages.First stage civil works and land release are anticipated to commence in 2026, with full delivery expected by 2030.

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Modbury Hospital Redevelopment
Category: Health & Medical
Stage: Completed | Est. Comp: 2026
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A $117 million expansion of Modbury Hospital featuring the new South Wing. The project delivered a Mental Health Precinct with a 24-bed rehabilitation unit and a 20-bed older persons unit, the North Eastern Cancer Centre with 12 chemotherapy chairs, and a five-storey multi-deck car park for over 300 vehicles. This redevelopment modernizes the facility to provide specialized care closer to home for Adelaide's north-eastern community.

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Springbank Waters Residential Estate
Category: Residential Development
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2027
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A large, master-planned residential community completed in stages over two decades, featuring over 1,100 homes, wetlands, and parks. The final stage is delivering over 400 new homes and is currently under construction.

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Jobs & IndustryEmployment Trends in Valley View - Gilles Plains

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5,412 residents of Valley View - Gilles Plains are employed, from a labour force of 5,651. Unemployment sits at 4.2%, with participation at 63.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 9,257, about 84% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.

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Valley View - Gilles Plains features a capable local workforce characterized by strong representation across essential services, an unemployment rate standing at 4.2%, and a 0.8% estimated rise in employment during the preceding twelve months. As of March 2026, employed residents total 5,412. The local jobless figure sits 0.4% higher than the 3.8% recorded for Greater Adelaide, while labour participation reaches 63.1%, trailing the metropolitan benchmark of 66.4%. Census figures indicate that remote working was relatively uncommon, with only 8.3% of workers based at home, though prevailing Covid-19 lockdown restrictions during that period may have influenced this outcome.

Resident employment is primarily anchored by health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Concentration is notably prominent in transport, postal & warehousing, where participation rates sit at 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles account for a modest 5.9% of local workers, compared with 7.3% regionally. Given the contrast between resident workers and local workplace positions captured in Census data, the suburb remains largely residential with fewer commercial jobs based within its borders. According to SALM and ABS figures analyzed by AreaSearch, the 12 months to March 2026 saw employment expand by 0.8% against a 1.0% expansion in the labour force, resulting in an unemployment uptick of 0.2 percentage points. Across Greater Adelaide, employment increased by 4.2% and the labour pool rose by 4.0%, leading to an unemployment drop of 0.2 percentage points. Forward-looking perspectives from Jobs and Skills Australia's Mar-26 national employment projections provide visibility into potential hiring trajectories across Valley View - Gilles Plains. Nationwide employment is anticipated to climb 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual industry trajectories vary considerably. Modeling these sector forecasts against the occupational profile of Valley View - Gilles Plains indicates local workforce expansion of 6.5% over five years and 13.7% over ten years (calculated via weighted industry extrapolation for illustrative context without integrating local population projections).

Frequently Asked Questions - Employment

What is the employment situation in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
As of March 2026, the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 has approximately 5,412 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
How does the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2's unemployment rate compare to the broader region?
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 stands at 4.2%, which is broadly in line with Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
What are the major employment sectors in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
The employment landscape in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (18.9% of employment), retail trade (10.7%), and construction (8.4%). Other significant employers include education & training and manufacturing.
How has employment changed recently in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Over the past year to March 2026, the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has rise. By comparison, Greater Adelaide saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
What is the workforce participation rate in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
The workforce participation rate in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is 63.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Adelaide average of 66.4%, showing similar workforce dynamics to the broader region.
Which industries are over-represented in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2's employment market?
The valley view - gilles plains sa2 shows notable specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, which employs 5.8% of the local workforce compared to 4.3% regionally. This moderate specialization indicates some local strength in the sector.
What are the employment growth prospects for the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Based on Jobs and Skills Australia projections applied to the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2's industry mix, employment is expected to grow by 6.5% over the next five years and 13.7% over ten years. This compares to national growth expectations of 6.6% over five years. Steady growth is anticipated across multiple sectors, providing diverse employment opportunities.
How does the job market in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 compare nationally?
The valley view - gilles plains sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 0.7% growth, ranking 11.0th out of 37 regions nationally.
What employment opportunities exist for skilled workers in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Skilled workers will find good opportunities in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2, with skilled sectors accounting for 37.3% of employment. Key sectors for skilled workers include health care & social assistance (18.9%), education & training (8.4%), and professional & technical (5.9%). With projected employment growth of 6.5% over five years, demand for skilled workers is expected to remain strong.

EarningsHousehold Income in Valley View - Gilles Plains

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Median household income in Valley View - Gilles Plains is $1,469 a week (about $76,000 a year), with median personal income at $690 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $51,278 a year against an average of $56,769. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.

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Individual taxpayer earnings across the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 trail broader national benchmarks based on financial year 2023 ATO tax metrics compiled by AreaSearch. Within the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2, the median taxpayer income is $51,278 and the average reaches $56,769, compared to benchmarks of $54,808 and $66,852 for Greater Adelaide. Accounting for a 10.17% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach approximately $56,493 (median) and $62,542 (average) as of March 2026. Across personal, family, and household levels, Census earnings place the community modestly between the 26th and 33rd percentiles.

Income distribution shows 35.3% of residents (3,884 individuals) earning in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, echoing the 31.8% regional share. High housing costs place severe pressure on household budgets, leaving 84.0% of disposable income post-housing and ranking the area in the 34th percentile.

Frequently Asked Questions - Income

What is the median taxable income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is approximately $56,493. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $51,278.
What is the average taxable income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is approximately $62,542. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $56,769.
How does the median taxable income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is approximately $56,493 compared to $60,382 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $51,278 and $54,808 respectively.
How does the average taxable income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is approximately $62,542 compared to $73,651 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $56,769 and $66,852 respectively.
What are the main income cohorts in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~35.3% / 3,884 persons) of the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
How do the main income cohorts in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 compare to the region?
The largest income cohort in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 35.3% of the population. In comparison, Greater Adelaide's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.8% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
What is the median household income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is $1,469/wk.
What is the median family income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is $1,734/wk.
What is the median personal income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is $690/wk.
How does the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2's income rank nationally?
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-23 reveals that income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is lower than average on a national basis, with the median assessed at $51,278 while the average income stands at $56,769. This contrasts to Greater Adelaide's figures of a median income of $54,808 and an average income of $66,852. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $56,493 (median) and $62,542 (average) as of March 2026.
What is the disposable income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
The estimated disposable income in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is $5,350 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
How does the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2's disposable income compare to the region?
The valley view - gilles plains sa2's disposable income is $5,350 compared to $5,698 for Greater Adelaide, based on AreaSearch analysis.

Housing StockHousing & Dwellings in Valley View - Gilles Plains

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Valley View - Gilles Plains had 3,916 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 88% detached houses and 8% apartments. 41% are owned with a mortgage, 29% rented and 31% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $320 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 21.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.

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Residential structures in Valley View - Gilles Plains at the time of the latest Census consisted of 88.1% standalone houses and 11.9% other dwellings (incorporating apartments, semi-detached properties, and 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Adelaide metro's breakdown of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Outright property ownership in Valley View - Gilles Plains matched metropolitan benchmarks at 30.7%, while mortgaged properties accounted for 40.9% and tenanted households made up 28.5%. Typical monthly mortgage payments were $1,517, below the Adelaide metro median of $1,562, whereas median weekly rent was $320, identical to the $320 recorded across Adelaide metro.

On a nationwide scale, mortgage commitments in Valley View - Gilles Plains are substantially lower than the Australian median of $1,863, with weekly rental rates sitting well below the national mark of $375.

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What percentage of homes are owned vs rented in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
In the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2, 30.7% of homes are owned outright, 40.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 28.5% are rented.
What percentage of dwellings in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 are houses?
According to the latest data, 88.1% of dwellings in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 are houses.
What percentage of dwellings in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 are apartments or units?
In the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2, 7.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
What is the level of outright home ownership in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Outright home ownership in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 stands at 30.7%, compared to 32.1% in Greater Adelaide.
What is the median monthly mortgage repayment in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is $1,517, compared to $1,562 in Greater Adelaide.
What is the median weekly rent in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
The median weekly rent in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is $320, compared to $320 in Greater Adelaide.
What is the distribution of rental prices in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
In the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2, 13.8% of rentals are $0-149/week, 45.6% are $150-349/week, 40.4% are $350-649/week, 0.3% are $650-949/week, and 0.0% are $950+/week.
What is the average monthly housing cost in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is $1,015, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
What percentage of income do residents spend on housing in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
In the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 23.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.8% of their income on rent.
How crowded are homes in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
How does housing affordability in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 compare to the region?
Housing affordability in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 23.8% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% regionally), while renters spend 21.8% of income on rent (vs 20.7% regionally).
What types of dwellings are most common in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
The dwelling mix in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 consists of 88.1% detached houses, 4.4% semi-detached dwellings, 7.5% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
What is the weighted average housing cost based on tenure mix in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Accounting for the local ownership mix, the weighted average monthly housing cost is approximately $1,015. This accounts for outright owners paying no housing costs, mortgage holders paying $1,517/month, and renters paying $1,386/month.
How affordable is housing in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 relative to local incomes?
Housing in Valley View - Gilles Plains consumes approximately 16.0% of median household income ($6,361 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
How do proposed developments compare to existing housing types in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Recent development applications in Valley View - Gilles Plains show attached dwellings contributing 19% of approvals compared to 12% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 81% of applications versus 88% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.

HouseholdsHousehold Composition in Valley View - Gilles Plains

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Valley View - Gilles Plains counted 3,916 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 32% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 24% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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Family units constitute 72.4% of total local households, comprising couples with children at 31.8%, couples without children at 25.8%, and single parent families at 13.0%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 27.6%, of which lone person households represent 23.5% and group households represent 4.0%. Household occupancy averages 2.6 people per home, slightly exceeding the Greater Adelaide benchmark of 2.5.

Frequently Asked Questions - Households

How many households are in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
As of the 2021 Census, the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 had 3,916 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.7% to an estimated 4,102 households today.
What is the typical household size?
The median household size in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.5 in Greater Adelaide and reflects the area's household composition mix.
What types of households are most common?
Family households dominate at 72.4% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (23.5%), group households (4.0%), and other household types (0.2%).
How are families structured in the area?
Among the 2,835 family households, 31.8% are couples with children, 25.8% are couples without children at home, and 13.0% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
How does the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 compare to regional household patterns?
Compared to Greater Adelaide, the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
What is the average family size?
Families in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 have an average of 1.6 children, slightly above the Greater Adelaide average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
What are the marriage patterns in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Marriage patterns reveal 47.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 35.2% have never married. This compares to 45.7% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Adelaide.
How significant are single-person households?
Single-person households represent 23.5% of all households in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2, similar to the regional average of 27.7%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Are shared living arrangements common?
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 4.0% of households, well below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.7%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
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EducationSchools & Education in Valley View - Gilles Plains

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27.2% of adults in Valley View - Gilles Plains hold a university qualification, including 17.7% with a bachelor degree and 7.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 22.9% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,292 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 992 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.

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Tertiary qualification levels in the community are elevated in comparison to the surrounding region, with 27.2% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to the SA4 region benchmark of 19.8%. Bachelor degrees represent the most common tier at 17.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 7.3% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Vocational education is likewise prominent, with 32.9% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas held by 10.0% and certificates held by 22.9%. Current participation across academic programs is robust, with 28.8% of local inhabitants enrolled in structured learning.

Among students, 9.6% are attending primary schools, 6.2% are enrolled in secondary schools, and 6.1% are undertaking tertiary studies.

Frequently Asked Questions - Education

What percentage of people in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 have university qualifications?
27.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 28.9% in the broader region.
What percentage of people in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 have no formal qualifications?
40.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.0% regionally.
How does the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2's education level compare to national averages?
The valley view - gilles plains sa2 ranks in the 43th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
What types of qualifications are most common in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
The most common qualifications in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 are: Certificate (22.9%), Bachelor Degree (17.7%), Advanced Diploma (10.0%).
What proportion of the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2's population is currently attending educational institutions?
28.8% of the population in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, with 9.6% in primary school, 6.2% in secondary school, 6.1% at university.
What is the ICSEA score for schools in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is 992, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
How many schools are located within the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
There are 3 schools within the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,292 students.
What types of schools are available in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
The valley view - gilles plains sa2 includes 1 primary school, 2 combined schools.

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Getting AroundTransport & Commuting in Valley View - Gilles Plains

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Public transport in Valley View - Gilles Plains reaches 62 stops on 19 routes, timetabled for about 2,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.

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Public transport connectivity across Valley View - Gilles Plains is supported by 62 active bus stops. These transit points are linked across 19 separate routes, delivering a collective 1,992 weekly passenger trips. Transit access is rated as excellent, with typical walking distances of 172 meters to the closest transit stop. Due to the area's residential profile, outward commuting is standard; private vehicles account for 85% of journeys, followed by bus commuting at 12%. Average household vehicle density stands at 1.4 cars per home. Only 8.3% of workers operated from home at the 2021 Census, a figure that may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

Transit route frequency averages 284 trips per day across the collective network, corresponding to roughly 32 weekly trips at each separate stop.

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How many public transport stops are in Valley View - Gilles Plains?
There are 62 public transport stops within the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2.
How frequent are the transport services in Valley View - Gilles Plains?
the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 has 1,992 weekly trips across 19 routes, averaging 284 trips per day.
How far are residents from public transport in Valley View - Gilles Plains?
On average, residential properties are 172 meters from the nearest transport stop.

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HealthcareHealth Services in Valley View - Gilles Plains

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68.7% of residents in Valley View - Gilles Plains report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 79% of areas nationally. 7.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.7 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.

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Public health metrics compiled by AreaSearch indicate notable challenges across Valley View - Gilles Plains regarding chronic disease rates and mortality patterns, with prevalent health conditions observed among younger cohorts as well as older demographics. Furthermore, private health insurance coverage is notably restricted, encompassing roughly 48% of residents (~5,237 people). By comparison, coverage stands at 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and 55.7% nationally. Arthritis and mental health issues stand as the most commonly reported health conditions locally, impacting 8.8 and 7.9% of the populace respectively, while 68.7% of residents reported having no diagnosed chronic medical conditions compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.

Working-age demographic health measures align with broader averages. Residents aged 65 and over comprise 16.7% of the locality (1,839 people), sitting below the 19.1% share recorded for Greater Adelaide. Health indicators among older residents present certain challenges, though national comparative standings remain consistent with overall community trends.

Frequently Asked Questions - Health

How many people in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 have private health insurance?
Around 47.6% of people in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.7% in the broader region of Greater Adelaide.
What percentage of the population requires ongoing medical assistance in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
In the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2, 7.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 6.6% of people in Greater Adelaide require similar assistance.
How prevalent is asthma in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
6.9% of people in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.7% of the population across Greater Adelaide is affected by asthma.
What percentage of people have diabetes in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Diabetes affects 6.0% of the the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 population, while in the surrounding region, 4.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
What is the percentage of people with heart disease in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
4.1% of people in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 have heart disease. Across the region of Greater Adelaide, 3.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
How does the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 compare to the region in terms of overall private health coverage?
In the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2, 47.6% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Adelaide sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.7%.

Ancestry & LanguageCultural Diversity in Valley View - Gilles Plains

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37.0% of Valley View - Gilles Plains residents were born overseas and 35.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 80% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (22.3%) and Australian (20.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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Cultural diversity is pronounced in Valley View - Gilles Plains, with 37.0% of the population born abroad and 35.7% speaking a non-English language in home environments. Christianity represents the most widespread faith, accounting for 39.8% of community members. A distinct deviation appears in the Other religious category, which encompasses 5.9% of local residents versus 1.8% recorded throughout Greater Adelaide. Looking at parental heritage across Valley View - Gilles Plains, the three leading ancestries are English at 22.3% (below the regional benchmark of 27.8%), Australian at 20.0%, and Other at 16.5% (substantially above the regional share of 9.7%).

Clear variations also emerge across other ancestries: Indian ancestry represents 6.2% of the local population (compared to 2.3% regionally), German stands at 5.2% (vs 5.1%), and Sri Lankan accounts for 0.6% (vs 0.2%).

Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity

What is the level of cultural diversity in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
Valley View - Gilles Plains scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 37.0% of its population born overseas and 35.7% speaking a language other than English at home.
What is the most common religion in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
The main religion in Valley View - Gilles Plains was found to be Christianity, which makes up 39.8% of people in Valley View - Gilles Plains. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 5.9% of the population, compared to 1.8% across Greater Adelaide.
What are the top countries of origin in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Valley View - Gilles Plains are English, comprising 22.3% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 27.8%, Australian, comprising 20.0% of the population, and Other, comprising 16.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 9.7%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Indian is notably overrepresented at 6.2% of Valley View - Gilles Plains (vs 2.3% regionally), German at 5.2% (vs 5.1%) and Sri Lankan at 0.6% (vs 0.2%).
How does the percentage of people born overseas compare to the regional average?
37.0% of the the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 28.7% regionally.
What percentage of the the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 population speaks a language other than English at home?
35.7% of the population in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.2% in the wider region.
How many people in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 identify as Australian Aboriginal?
1.4% of the the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.2% in the region.
What is the citizenship status of the population in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
84.8% of the the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 86.3% in the wider region.

Age StructureAge Profile of Valley View - Gilles Plains

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The median resident of Valley View - Gilles Plains is 37. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 27.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.

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The demographic profile of Valley View - Gilles Plains tilts noticeably toward younger cohorts. Estimates updated to August 2026 show that 32.4% of the population comprises young to middle aged adults (25 - 44), compared to 28.9% throughout Greater Adelaide, while seniors and retirees aged 65+ account for 16.7% against a regional level of 19.1%. As at August 2026, the estimated median age is 37, having shifted down from 38 at the 2021 Census and sitting 2 years below the Greater Adelaide Census benchmark of 39. The most significant movement since the Census occurred within the 25 - 44 age bracket, rising from 30.1% to an estimated 32.4%.

By 2041, middle aged and young retiree cohorts (45 - 64) are projected to drive growth, adding 423 residents (18%) to reach 2,729.

Frequently Asked Questions - Age

What is the median age in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 at 37 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
How does the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2's median age compare to broader areas?
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Valley View - Gilles Plains is 2 years younger than the Greater Adelaide 2021 Census average (39 years) and comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
What age groups are over-represented in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 16.7% of the population.
What age groups are under-represented in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 7.3% of the population.
Are there age groups with notable population variances?
No, the age distribution in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 is broadly in line with the Greater Adelaide region.
What is the percentage of children (0-14 years) in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.3% of the population in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 as at August 2026.
What is the percentage of older people (65+ years) in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2?
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.7% of the population in the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 as at August 2026.

Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Valley View - Gilles Plains

Data currency Refreshed

9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 2026.

Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.

The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section

Section Source & update cycle Currency
Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections
Population ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline.
Age profile ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate.
Development & approvals ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline
Property sales & rents Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents Sep 2026 this month all 21 measures
Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Sep 2026.
Infrastructure projects Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily Nov 2025 10 months ago all 1 projects tracked here
Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Nov 2025.
Employment ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) Mar 2026 6 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census.
Education ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Transport ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Services & amenities Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous Jul 2026 2 months ago all 14 measures
Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections
Income ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail.
Health ABS, ATO Annual 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current.
Housing ABS 5-yearly (Census) 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures
Households ABS 5-yearly (Census) 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures
Cultural diversity ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures

"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.

How the numbers are built

Population

The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 78 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (10,504 at the 2021 Census → 11,004 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.

Age profile

Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".

Property sales

Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.

Rents

Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.

Development & infrastructure

Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.

Employment & income

Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.

Education, transport & amenities

School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.

Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.

Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.

Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (402031176). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.

Common questions about this page

Why can the Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 boundary differ from the suburb boundary?
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
Where does the data on this Valley View - Gilles Plains page come from?
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources — including ABS, Geoscience Australia, Valuer General, Provider directories, DEWR, JSA, State Transport Departments and ACARA — then aggregates them to the boundary shown and calculates the rankings, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments.
Is the Valley View - Gilles Plains data on this page just from the 2021 Census?
No. Most of this page is maintained well beyond the Census. Sourced entirely from current releases: development & approvals (Aug 2026), property sales & rents (Sep 2026), infrastructure projects (Nov 2025) and services & amenities (Jul 2026). Built on a Census baseline but carrying newer measures on top: population (to Aug 2026), age profile (to Aug 2026), employment (to Mar 2026), income (to FY 2023), education (to Aug 2026), transport (to Jul 2026) and health (to 2024). Population and age cohorts in particular are re-based to the latest ABS Estimated Resident Population rather than left at 2021 counts. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.

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