Valley View - Gilles Plains

Population growth drivers in Valley View - Gilles Plains are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

Valley View - Gilles Plains' population was approximately 10,909 as of November 2025. This figure reflects an increase of 405 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,504. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,871 in June 2024 and an additional 71 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,331 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Valley View - Gilles Plains has shown resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.2%, outperforming the state's average. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 87.3% 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 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 of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Future population trends indicate an increase just below the median of national areas, with the area expected to grow by 1,372 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 12.1% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Valley View - Gilles Plains among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Valley View - Gilles Plains has seen approximately 69 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 346 homes were approved, with an additional 35 approved so far in FY26. On average, about 1.3 new residents arrive per year for each new home constructed during these years.

This balance between supply and demand has maintained stable market conditions. The average construction cost value of new dwellings is around $258,000. In the current financial year, commercial development approvals totaled $306,000, indicating the area's residential focus.

Compared to Greater Adelaide, Valley View - Gilles Plains exhibits about 75% of the construction activity per person and ranks in the 81st percentile nationally among assessed areas. New building activity comprises predominantly detached houses (93.0%) with a smaller proportion of medium and high-density housing (7.0%), reflecting the area's traditional suburban character favoring family homes. The population density is approximately 138 people per approval. By 2041, Valley View - Gilles Plains is projected to gain around 1,322 residents. Given current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, offering favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current projections.

Valley View - Gilles Plains has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 9thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified eight projects expected to affect the area. Notable ones are Springbank Waters Residential Estate, Gawler Line Electrification & Level Crossing Removals (including Valley View area works), Valley View Golf Course Residential Release (Stage 3 and 4), and The Avenues at Valley View. Below is a list of projects likely to be most relevant.

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Valley View - Gilles Plains has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Valley View - Gilles Plains had an unemployment rate of 4.1% as of September 2025. The area experienced a 1.5% employment growth over the past year.

There were 5,389 residents in work while the unemployment rate was 0.2% higher than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation was similar to Greater Adelaide's at 61.7%. Leading employment industries included health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area had a significant employment share in transport, postal & warehousing, with 1.3 times the regional level.

Professional & technical services had limited presence with 5.9% employment compared to 7.3% regionally. Employment opportunities appeared limited locally based on Census data. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 1.5% while labour force increased by 1.3%, reducing unemployment by 0.2 percentage points. Greater Adelaide recorded higher employment growth at 3.0%. State-level data from 25-Nov showed SA employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year with an unemployment rate of 4.0%. National forecasts projected national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Valley View - Gilles Plains's employment mix suggested local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.7% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The Valley View - Gilles Plains SA2 had lower than average national incomes according to ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. Its median income among taxpayers was $49,590 and the average income stood at $54,920, compared to Greater Adelaide's figures of $52,592 and $64,886 respectively. By September 2025, current estimates suggest approximately $55,952 median and $61,966 average incomes based on a 12.83% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2022. As per the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Valley View - Gilles Plains ranked modestly between the 26th and 33rd percentiles. The earnings profile showed that 35.3% of locals (3,850 people) predominantly earned within the $1,500 to $2,999 category, similar to surrounding regions at 31.8%. Housing affordability pressures were severe with only 84.0% of income remaining, ranking at the 34th percentile.

Valley View - Gilles Plains is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Valley View - Gilles Plains dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 88.1% houses and 11.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Adelaide metro's 74.6% houses and 25.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Valley View - Gilles Plains was at 30.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 40.9% and rented ones at 28.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, lower than Adelaide metro's $1,603. Median weekly rent was $320, matching Adelaide metro's figure. Nationally, Valley View - Gilles Plains' mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, with rents substantially below the national figure of $375.

Valley View - Gilles Plains features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 72.4% of all households, including 31.8% couples with children, 25.8% couples without children, and 13.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 27.6%, with lone person households at 23.5% and group households comprising 4.0%. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Valley View - Gilles Plains shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates at 27.2% among residents aged 15+, exceeding the SA4 region average of 19.8%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 17.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 32.9% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 10.0% and certificates at 22.9%.

Educational participation is high, with 28.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.6% in primary education, 6.2% in secondary education, and 6.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Valley View - Gilles Plains has 62 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 19 different routes that collectively facilitate 1,992 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 172 meters to the nearest stop.

The service frequency is 284 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 32 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Valley View - Gilles Plains is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Valley View - Gilles Plains faces significant health challenges. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across all age groups but are notably higher among older cohorts.

Approximately 47% of the total population (~5,149 people) has private health cover, which is lower than the national average of 55.3%. The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.8 and 7.9% of residents respectively. However, 68.7% of residents claim to be completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 72.8% across Greater Adelaide. As of 2016 data, the area has 17.5% of residents aged 65 and over (1,904 people), which is higher than the 14.0% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges that require more attention compared to the broader population.

Valley View - Gilles Plains was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Valley View-Gilles Plains has a high level of cultural diversity, with 37.0% of its population born overseas and 35.7% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion in Valley View-Gilles Plains, accounting for 39.8% of the population. However, the most noticeable overrepresentation is seen in Other religions, comprising 5.9% compared to 5.3% across Greater Adelaide.

The top three ancestry groups are English (22.3%), Australian (20.0%), and Other (16.5%). Notably, Indian (6.2%) and German (5.2%) ethnicities are overrepresented in Valley View-Gilles Plains compared to the regional averages of 8.3% and 4.0%, respectively. Sri Lankan ethnicity is also slightly overrepresented at 0.6%.

Valley View - Gilles Plains's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Valley View - Gilles Plains has a median age of 38, closely matching Greater Adelaide's figure of 39 and Australia's median age of 38. Compared to Greater Adelaide's average, Valley View - Gilles Plains has an over-representation of the 35-44 cohort (16.6% locally) and an under-representation of those aged 55-64 (9.0%). Between 2021 and present, the 35 to 44 age group grew from 15.0% to 16.6%. Conversely, the 65 to 74 cohort declined from 9.6% to 7.5%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Valley View - Gilles Plains' age profile. The 85+ age group is projected to increase dramatically by 331 people (137%), from 242 to 574. Conversely, the 75 to 84 cohort is expected to decrease by 41 residents.