Area profile · Greater Adelaide
West Beach has an estimated 5,518 residents, up 6.6% since the 2021 Census, with 36 projects tracked in the area around West Beach.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
West Beach Statistical Area (Lv2) sits a convenient 8.6 kilometres west of the Adelaide CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 5,518 as of Aug 2026, following the 2021 Census count of 5,175 people. That represents an estimated increase of 343 people (6.6%), derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 5,487 as of June 2025 together with 53 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
Market factors include a strong apartment presence, a notable arts and recreation employment base, an elevated proportion aged 85 and over, pronounced hospitality employment, strong school performance, and a substantial public administration employment presence. Residents have a comparatively older age profile, with a median age of 45, and the area shows moderate population growth patterns. Its coastal setting, with a pristine shoreline, powdery white sands, and parklands, walking and cycling trails and children's playgrounds, offers beachfront relaxation, water sports and a range of recreational options, alongside cafes, restaurants and shops.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 4,319 in 2001 and 5,487 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,518 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 13.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 28.2%.
West Beach ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 70th for education.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in West Beach is $565 a week, up 2.2% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $489 in 2020, $692 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $294 in 2020, $462 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $565 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +2.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $692 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +2.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $462 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +7.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, West Torrens | $564 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, West Torrens, over 12 months | +8.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Adelaide - West | $585 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Adelaide - West, over 12 months | +5.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Adelaide | $570 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Adelaide, over 12 months | +6.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, SA | $546 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, SA, over 12 months | +6.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 40 tracked applications: 9 approved, 26 under assessment, 5 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 36 projects in and around West Beach, 12 of them under construction.
$8.5M redevelopment delivering a new two-storey clubhouse with first aid room (with ambulance access), patrol control room, gym, training…
Stage 2 redevelopment of Apex Park, a project funded by a grant of $1,000,000, enhancing community recreation facilities.
Proposed upgrade and expansion of the existing Fulham Gardens Shopping Centre including additional retail tenancies and improved parking.
Proposed 9-storey, 55-apartment carbon-neutral development by Barrio Developments.
A shared-use walking and cycling path through local reserves and along waterways in the City of Charles Sturt, connecting West Lakes to the…
The River Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Project delivers the final 10.5 km section of Adelaide's North South Corridor, creating a 78 km…
Calibre is an 11-storey boutique residential apartment tower by Griffin Group comprising 18 luxury residences overlooking Colley Reserve…
Transforming Jetty Road Glenelg is a $40 million streetscape and infrastructure revitalisation project delivered by the City of Holdfast…
A $17.3 million infrastructure replacement by the Department for Environment and Water upgrading the Patawalonga Lake System South Gates.
Development of a 12-storey residential apartment building comprising 77 dwellings, including a 20-dwelling affordable housing component.
Adelaide Airport has broken ground on the next phase of its Airport Junction freight and logistics precinct, releasing 27 hectares of…
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Estimated completion year of the 18 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 7, 2027 6, 2028 0, 2029 0, 2030 1, 2031 1, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 4 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 40 substantial development applications lodged in and around West Beach over the past 5 years, 26 in the last 12 months; 26 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 4, 2023 4, 2024 3, 2025 1, 2026 (to Oct) 26.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 40 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 26 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 5.1 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 27 | ABS building approvals | 39th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 9 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 26 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the West Beach SA2 include: West Beach Surf Life Saving Club Rebuild (Completed); Project Flight - Adelaide Airport Terminal Expansion (Construction); River Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Project (Construction); Macfarlane St Residential Development (Proposed); and North South Corridor (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the West Beach SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Residential Development, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the West Beach SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 10th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees West Beach recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the West Beach SA2 area has seen 47 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The West Beach SA2's current population of 5,518 has been supported by 27 approvals on average over recent years.
The West Beach SA2 has seen 5.1 approval per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.5 approvals in Greater Adelaide. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 251 people in the West Beach SA2, compared to one for every 122 in Greater Adelaide.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the West Beach SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 27, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the West Beach SA2 has grown by approximately 272 people, while 135 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
West Beach has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,518 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,224 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 56th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 5,175 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 343 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.51 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the West Beach SA2 was estimated to be approximately 5,518 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,487 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The west beach sa2 has added approximately 343 people and shown a 6.63% increase from the 5,175 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the West Beach SA2 is estimated at 1,224 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the West Beach SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.8% per annum.
Population growth in the West Beach SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (90.8%), Interstate migration (9.2%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 90.8% of overall population gains.
West Beach hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 78th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 45 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the West Beach SA2 at 44 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 45 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 44 years as at August 2026, West Beach is 5 years older than the Greater Adelaide 2021 Census average (39 years) and 6 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the West Beach SA2 compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 13.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the West Beach SA2 compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 12.2% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the West Beach SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Adelaide.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.1% of the population in the West Beach SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 21.5% of the population in the West Beach SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 63% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $62,137 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $78,658 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,746 | 2021 Census, weekly | 49th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $896 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 27.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,360 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 20.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the West Beach SA2 is approximately $66,574. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $62,137.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the West Beach SA2 is approximately $84,274. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $78,658.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the West Beach SA2 is approximately $66,574 compared to $62,352 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $62,137 and $58,197 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the West Beach SA2 is approximately $84,274 compared to $76,380 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $78,658 and $71,290 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the West Beach SA2's households (~28.2% / 579 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the West Beach SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 28.2% of households. In comparison, Greater Adelaide's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.8% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the West Beach SA2 is $1,746/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the West Beach SA2 is $2,360/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the West Beach SA2 is $896/wk.
The West Beach SA2's income level is very high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The West Beach SA2's median income among taxpayers is $62,137 and the average income stands at $78,658, which compares to figures for Greater Adelaide's of $58,197 and $71,290 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.14% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $66,574 (median) and $84,274 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the West Beach SA2 is $6,523 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The west beach sa2's disposable income is $6,523 compared to $5,698 for Greater Adelaide, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in West Beach rank among the top 1% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 0.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,192 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,543 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,222 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the West Beach SA2 has approximately 3,192 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 0.9%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the West Beach SA2 stands at 0.9%, which is 3.0 percentage points below Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the West Beach SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.3% of employment), education & training (9.6%), and construction (9.2%). Other significant employers include retail trade and professional & technical.
Over the past year to June 2026, the West Beach SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Adelaide saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the West Beach SA2 is 69.1%, 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 leading the Greater Adelaide average of 66.4%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Adelaide.
The west beach sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 8.3% of the local workforce compared to 7.3% across Greater Adelaide. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The west beach sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 0.5% decline, ranking 22nd out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of West Beach ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 22.4% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 33.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 20.7% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 35.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 25.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.6% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
33.1% of people aged 15 and over in the West Beach SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 28.9% in Greater Adelaide.
35.4% of people aged 15 and over in the West Beach SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.0% in Greater Adelaide.
The west beach sa2 ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the West Beach SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (22.4%), Certificate (20.7%), Advanced Diploma (10.8%).
25.8% of the population in the West Beach SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.8% in primary school, 6.6% in secondary school, 5.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the West Beach SA2 is 1083, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the West Beach SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 317 students.
The west beach sa2 includes 1 primary school.
West Beach has relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Adelaide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 28.5% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 31.4% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 29.4% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.5% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,052 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,188 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 69.2% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the West Beach SA2 had 2,052 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.6% to an estimated 2,188 households today.
The average household size in the West Beach SA2 is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.5 in Greater Adelaide and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 69.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (28.5%), group households (2.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,420 family households, couples with children account for 31.4% of all households, couples without children at home 29.4%, and single parent families 7.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Adelaide, the West Beach SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the West Beach SA2 have an average of 1.5 children, matching the Greater Adelaide average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 51.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.8% have never married. This compares to 45.7% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Adelaide.
Single-person households represent 28.5% of all households in the West Beach SA2, similar to the average for Greater Adelaide of 27.7%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.2% of households, below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in West Beach was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 23.7% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 15.4% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 84.6% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.0% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 76.3% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
West Beach was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 23.7% of its population born overseas and 15.4% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in West Beach was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.4% of people in West Beach. This compares to 42.4% across Greater Adelaide.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in West Beach are English, comprising 28.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 23.9% of the population, and Other, comprising 7.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Greek is notably overrepresented at 4.2% of West Beach (vs 2.0% across Greater Adelaide), Polish at 1.1% (vs 1.0%) and Russian at 0.6% (vs 0.3%).
23.7% of the West Beach SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 28.7% across Greater Adelaide.
15.4% of the population in the West Beach SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.2% in Greater Adelaide.
0.6% of the West Beach SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.2% in Greater Adelaide.
89.0% of the West Beach SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 86.3% in Greater Adelaide.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
West Beach displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 27.0% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 39.6% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 66.0% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 64th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 33.4% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $320 | 2021 Census, weekly | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 26th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 26.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 70th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the West Beach SA2, 39.6% of homes are owned outright, 33.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 27.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 66.0% of dwellings in the West Beach SA2 are houses.
In the West Beach SA2, 20.7% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 12.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the West Beach SA2 stands at 39.6%, compared to 32.1% in Greater Adelaide.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the West Beach SA2 is $2,000, compared to $1,562 in Greater Adelaide.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the West Beach SA2 is $1,042, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the West Beach SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 26.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the West Beach SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the West Beach SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 26.4% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Adelaide), while renters spend 18.3% of income on rent (vs 20.7% in Greater Adelaide).
The dwelling mix in the West Beach SA2 consists of 66.0% detached houses, 12.6% semi-detached dwellings, 20.7% apartments, and 0.7% other dwelling types.
Housing in West Beach consumes approximately 13.8% of median household income ($7,560 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in West Beach show attached dwellings contributing 13% of approvals compared to 34% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 87% of applications versus 66% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Housing density growth is around the national average.
The level of general health in West Beach is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 66th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.4% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.8% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
Around 56.5% of people in the West Beach SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Greater Adelaide.
In the West Beach SA2, 5.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.6% of people in Greater Adelaide require similar assistance.
6.5% of people in the West Beach SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.7% of the population across Greater Adelaide is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.7% of the West Beach SA2 population, while in Greater Adelaide, 4.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.4% of people in the West Beach SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Adelaide,3.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the West Beach SA2, 56.5% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Adelaide sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 53.3%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 62 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 50 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 627 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 110 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 15 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 14.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 50 public transport stops within the West Beach SA2.
The West Beach SA2 has 627 weekly trips across 15 routes, averaging 89 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 133 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 502 m away and the nearest pharmacy 596 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 50 stops nearby, 627 weekly trips, access rating 62 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 42 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 502 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 596 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 617 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 629 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 645 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 647 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 650 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees West Beach recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
West Beach has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 10th percentile nationally.
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Median rent in West Beach is $565 a week, +2.2% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
West Beach has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
West Beach hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 63% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in West Beach rank among the top 1% of areas assessed nationally.
The educational profile of West Beach ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
West Beach has relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Adelaide.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in West Beach was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
West Beach displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
The level of general health in West Beach is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
West Beach has an estimated 5,518 residents, up 6.6% since the 2021 Census, with 36 projects tracked in the area around West Beach.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for West Beach.
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Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2025. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (404031109). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
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AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, 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. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2025) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for West Beach from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares West Beach with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.