Windsor Gardens

Population growth drivers in Windsor Gardens are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Windsor Gardens's population is around 25,275 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 2,688 people (11.9%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 22,587 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 23,742 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 139 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 2,998 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Windsor Gardens's 11.9% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the state (9.0%) and Greater Adelaide, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which contributed approximately 73.9% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Regarding demographic trends, a population increase just below the median of national statistical areas is expected, with the area expected to increase by 3,030 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a gain of 5.9% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Windsor Gardens among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Windsor Gardens has averaged around 164 new dwelling approvals annually, totalling 823 homes over the past 5 financial years. So far in FY-26, 96 approvals have been recorded. With an average of 1.8 people per year moving to the area for each dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply and demand appear well-balanced, creating stable market conditions, while new properties are constructed at an average value of $256,000. There have also been $28.8 million in commercial approvals this financial year, suggesting robust local business investment.

Compared to Greater Adelaide, Windsor Gardens records 17.0% less building activity (per person) while it places among the 73rd percentile of areas assessed nationally. New development consists of 89.0% detached houses and 11.0% attached dwellings, preserving the area's suburban nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. At around 179 people per approval, Windsor Gardens reflects a developing area.

Future projections show Windsor Gardens adding 1,496 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Windsor Gardens has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 6thth percentile nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 9 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Lochiel Park Green Village (final stages), Klemzig Interchange Upgrade, Klemzig Village Shopping Centre Expansion & Refurbishment, and Enfield Memorial Park Expansion & Redevelopment, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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Employment conditions in Windsor Gardens demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Windsor Gardens possesses a highly educated workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, an unemployment rate of just 2.6%, and 1.0% in estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 13,083 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.2% below Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%, and workforce participation is broadly similar to Greater Adelaide's 67.2%. Based on Census responses, a low 10.5% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

The key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. On the other hand, construction is under-represented, with only 7.1% of Windsor Gardens's workforce compared to 8.7% in Greater Adelaide. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 1.0% while labour force increased by 1.0%, leaving unemployment broadly flat. In contrast, Greater Adelaide experienced employment growth of 4.2% and labour force growth of 3.9%, with a 0.3 percentage point drop. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Windsor Gardens. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Windsor Gardens's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.2% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-23 reveals that income in the Windsor Gardens SA2 is lower than average on a national basis, with the median assessed at $52,863 while the average income stands at $60,114. This contrasts with 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 8.8% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $57,515 (median) and $65,404 (average) as of September 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Windsor Gardens, between the 41st and 44th percentiles. The earnings profile shows the predominant cohort spans 35.1% of locals (8,871 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, reflecting patterns seen in the surrounding region where 31.8% similarly occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 83.8% of income remaining, ranking at the 41st percentile, and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Windsor Gardens is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure within Windsor Gardens, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 74.9% houses and 25.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Adelaide metro's 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Windsor Gardens lagged that of Adelaide metro, at 25.5%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (36.3%) or rented (38.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was above the Adelaide metro average at $1,668, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $310, compared to Adelaide metro's $1,562 and $320. Nationally, Windsor Gardens's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.

Windsor Gardens features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households dominate at 66.9% of all households, comprising 31.6% couples with children, 23.3% couples without children, and 10.6% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 33.1%, with lone person households at 28.3% and group households comprising 4.9% of the total. The median household size of 2.5 people matches the Greater Adelaide average.

The educational profile of Windsor Gardens exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Educational attainment in Windsor Gardens significantly surpasses broader benchmarks, with 39.5% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 19.8% in the SA4 region and 25.7% in the SA. This substantial educational advantage positions the area strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees lead at 24.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 27.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (16.5%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 29.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.5% in primary education, 7.7% in tertiary education, and 5.3% pursuing secondary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 124 active transport stops operating within Windsor Gardens, comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 70 individual routes, collectively providing 5,207 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 193 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 81%, with 15% by bus. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per dwelling, which is below the regional average. A relatively low 10.5% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 743 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 41 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map shows the 100 nearest stops to the location centrepoint.

Windsor Gardens's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Health data indicates relatively positive outcomes for Windsor Gardens residents. AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and health conditions shows results broadly in line with national benchmarks, with the prevalence of common health conditions being quite low among the general population, though higher than the national average across older, at-risk cohorts. The rate of private health cover is very low at approximately 49% of the total population (~12,359 people), compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 7.7% and 7.0% of residents, respectively, while 73.6% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide. The under-65 population demonstrates better than average health outcomes. The area has 14.7% of residents aged 65 and over (3,725 people), which is lower than the 19.3% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, though they rank lower nationally than the broader population.

Windsor Gardens is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Windsor Gardens scores highly on cultural diversity, with 41.8% of its population born overseas and 42.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in Windsor Gardens is Christianity, which makes up 39.1% of the population. However, the most apparent overrepresentation is in Hinduism, which comprises 12.9% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.8%.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Windsor Gardens are English, comprising 19.2% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 27.8%, Australian, comprising 16.9% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 22.8%, and Other, comprising 15.2% 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 10.1% of Windsor Gardens (vs 2.3% regionally), Polish at 1.2% (vs 1.0%) and Italian at 7.3% (vs 5.2%).

Windsor Gardens's population is younger than the national pattern

With a median age of 35, Windsor Gardens is materially younger than the Greater Adelaide figure of 39 as well as slightly below Australia's 38 years. The 25 - 34 age group shows strong representation at 18.3% compared to Greater Adelaide, whereas the 65 - 74 cohort is less prevalent at 7.5%. In the period since 2021, the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 16.9% to 17.8% of the population. Conversely, the 0 to 4 cohort has declined from 7.2% to 6.2%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections reveal significant shifts in Windsor Gardens's age structure. Leading the demographic shift, the 45 to 54 group will grow by 24% (656 people), reaching 3,394 from 2,737. Meanwhile, both the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age groups will see reduced numbers.