Windsor Gardens
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Windsor Gardens' population is approximately 23,972 as of August 2025. This figure reflects an increase of 1,385 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 22,587. The growth is inferred from ABS estimates showing a resident population of 23,760 in June 2024 and an additional 128 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,843 persons per square kilometer, placing Windsor Gardens in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch's assessment. Over the past decade, Windsor Gardens has shown steady growth with a compound annual growth rate of 1.6%, outperforming its SA4 region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 73.9% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category are adopted, based on 2021 data and adjusted using weighted aggregation methods from LGA to SA2 levels. Looking ahead, demographic trends suggest a population increase just below the national median statistical areas' average, with Windsor Gardens expected to gain 3,030 persons by 2041, representing an 11.7% total increase over the 17-year period.

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

Windsor Gardens averaged approximately 164 new dwelling approvals annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics produces development approval data on a financial year basis, showing 823 dwellings approved between FY-21 and FY-25, with 20 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. Over the past five financial years, an average of 1.8 people moved to the area per dwelling built annually. This suggests a balanced supply and demand dynamic, with stable market conditions.

The average construction cost value for new properties is $379,000. In FY-26, there have been $28.8 million in commercial approvals, indicating strong local business investment. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Windsor Gardens has 17.0% less building activity per person but ranks at the 74th percentile nationally among assessed areas.

New development comprises 89.0% detached houses and 11.0% attached dwellings, maintaining the area's suburban character and attracting space-seeking buyers with its emphasis on detached housing. With around 179 people per approval, Windsor Gardens reflects a growing area. Future projections estimate an addition of 2,799 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

Windsor Gardens has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 29thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified one major project likely affecting this region: Felixstow Intergenerational Community Centre at Laing Street, Northfield; Valley View Secondary School upgrade; New Women's and Children's Hospital construction.

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Windsor Gardens ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Windsor Gardens has an educated workforce with key sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 2.4% in the past year, with estimated employment growth of 1.5%.

As of June 2025, 13,131 residents were employed at a 1.6% lower unemployment rate than Greater Adelaide's 4.0%, and workforce participation was 65.7%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training, but construction is under-represented at 7.1% compared to Greater Adelaide's 8.7%. Local employment opportunities may be limited, as indicated by Census data.

Over the year to June 2025, employment increased by 1.5%, labour force by 1.3%, lowering unemployment by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Adelaide had employment growth of 2.1% and a marginal rise in unemployment rate. State-level data to Sep-25 shows SA employment grew by 1.06% year-on-year, with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, aligning with the national rate of 4.5%. Jobs and Skills Australia's forecasts from May 2025 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with local growth estimates for Windsor Gardens being approximately 6.8% over five years and 14.2% over ten years based on industry-specific projections.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 30, 2022 shows median income in Windsor Gardens is $51,625, lower than the national average of $58,170. Greater Adelaide had a median income of $52,592 and an average income of $64,886 during this period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.83% since June 2022, estimated current incomes as of March 2025 would be approximately $57,216 (median) and $64,470 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Windsor Gardens ranked modestly between the 41st and 44th percentiles. The earnings profile shows that 35.1% of locals (8,414 people) earn between $1,500 - 2,999 annually, similar to surrounding regions at 31.8%. Housing affordability pressures are severe with only 83.8% of income remaining, ranking at the 42nd percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the fifth decile.

Windsor Gardens is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Windsor Gardens' dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 74.9% houses and 25.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This is similar to Adelaide metro's distribution of 74.6% houses and 25.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Windsor Gardens was at 25.5%, with mortgaged properties at 36.3% and rented ones at 38.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,668, higher than Adelaide metro's average of $1,603. The median weekly rent figure for Windsor Gardens was recorded at $310, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Windsor Gardens' mortgage repayments are 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 account for 66.9% of all households, including 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%. The median household size is 2.5 people, matching the Greater Adelaide average.

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

Windsor Gardens' residents aged 15+ exhibit high educational attainment, with 39.5% holding university qualifications compared to the SA4 region's 19.8% and South Australia's 25.7%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 24.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 27.0% of residents holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 10.5% and certificates at 16.5%. Residents' educational participation is high, at 29.8%, including 9.5% in primary education, 7.7% in tertiary education, and 5.3% pursuing secondary education.

Six schools operate within Windsor Gardens, educating approximately 2,597 students. The area has typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1046) with balanced educational opportunities, comprising five primary schools and one K-12 school.

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

Windsor Gardens has 124 active public transport stops. All of these stops serve buses. There are 63 different bus routes operating in the area, together offering 5,165 weekly passenger trips.

Residents have excellent access to transportation, with an average distance of 193 meters to the nearest stop. On average, there are 737 daily trips across all routes, equating to about 41 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Windsor Gardens is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Windsor Gardens shows better-than-average health outcomes with lower prevalence of common conditions among its general population compared to national averages but higher among at-risk older cohorts. Private health cover is relatively low, at approximately 49% (~11,722 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues (7.7%) and arthritis (7.0%), while 73.6% report no medical ailments, slightly higher than Greater Adelaide's 72.8%. The area has 14.6% residents aged 65 and over (3,504 people). Health outcomes among seniors require more attention due to presenting challenges compared to 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 has a high level of cultural diversity, with 41.8% of its population born overseas and 42.8% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Windsor Gardens, making up 39.1% of the population. Hinduism is notably overrepresented compared to Greater Adelaide, comprising 12.9% of Windsor Gardens' population.

The top three ancestry groups are English (19.2%), Australian (16.9%), and Other (15.2%). There are significant differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Indian at 10.1%, Polish at 1.2%, and Italian at 7.3% are notably higher than regional averages.

Windsor Gardens's population is younger than the national pattern

Windsor Gardens has a median age of 35, which is younger than Greater Adelaide's figure of 39 and slightly below Australia's median age of 38 years. The 25-34 age group makes up 18.4% of Windsor Gardens' population compared to Greater Adelaide, while the 65-74 cohort constitutes 7.5%. Between 2021 and present, the 35-44 age group has increased from 16.9% to 17.8%, but the 0-4 cohort has decreased from 7.2% to 6.3%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Windsor Gardens' age structure: the 45-54 group is expected to grow by 30%, reaching 3,394 people from 2,605, while the 5-14 cohort will grow by a modest 1% (30 people).