Yankalilla
Statistical Area - sa2

Yankalilla lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of November 2025, Yankalilla's population is approximately 6,933, reflecting a 435 person increase since the 2021 Census. The estimated resident population in June 2024 was 6,874. This growth rate over the past decade has been resilient with a compound annual growth rate of 2.2%. Interstate migration contributed approximately 85.5% 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 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.

By 2041, Yankalilla is expected to grow by 758 persons, an increase of 10.1% over the seventeen-year period.

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

Yankalilla has seen approximately 88 new homes approved annually. Between FY21 and FY25, around 444 homes were approved, with another 33 approved so far in FY26. On average, about 1.4 people moved to the area for each dwelling built over these years.

This indicates a balanced supply and demand market, supporting stable conditions. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $290,000. In this financial year, around $5.8 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to Rest of SA, Yankalilla has similar development levels per person, maintaining market balance consistent with the broader area.

However, building activity has slowed in recent years. This level is significantly above the national average, indicating robust developer interest in the area. All new construction has been detached dwellings, maintaining the area's traditional low density character and appealing to those seeking space for families. With around 96 people per dwelling approval, Yankalilla shows characteristics of a growth area. Future projections show Yankalilla adding approximately 699 residents by 2041. Given current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Yankalilla has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 25thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 20 projects likely to affect the area. Notable ones are Aspen Normanville Lifestyle and Tourism Park, Normanville Foreshore and Jetty Caravan Park Masterplan, Main South Road Safety Upgrades (Myponga to Cape Jervis), and Fleurieu Connections - Main South Road and Victor Harbor Road Duplication. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Yankalilla maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Yankalilla has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation, an unemployment rate of 2.4% as of June 2025. There are 2,983 residents employed while the unemployment rate is 2.2% lower than Rest of SA's rate of 4.6%.

Workforce participation stands at 49.2%, compared to Rest of SA's 54.1%. Dominant sectors include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and construction, with notable concentration in construction (1.3 times the regional average). Manufacturing has limited presence with 6.2% employment versus 9.3% regionally. Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census data comparison.

Between June 2024 and June 2025, labour force decreased by 2.2%, employment declined by 2.9%, causing unemployment rate to rise by 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of SA saw employment contract by 1.2%, labour force grow by 0.1%, and unemployment rise by 1.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Yankalilla's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 5.7% over five years and 12.3% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

Yankalilla's median income among taxpayers was $38,976 in financial year 2022. The average income stood at $49,451 during the same period. These figures compare to Rest of SA's median and average incomes of $46,889 and $56,582 respectively. By September 2025, estimates suggest Yankalilla's median income will be approximately $43,977 and the average income around $55,796, based on a Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year 2022. Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Yankalilla fall between the 6th and 9th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that 29.1% of individuals earn within the $800 - $1,499 bracket, while the region's leading bracket is $1,500 - $2,999 at 27.5%. Despite modest housing costs allowing for 86.7% income retention, total disposable income ranks at just the 10th percentile nationally.

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

Yankalilla's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 93.4% houses and 6.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro SA's 92.1% houses and 7.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Yankalilla stood at 50.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 33.6% and rented ones at 15.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, aligning with Non-Metro SA's average, while the median weekly rent figure was $270, compared to Non-Metro SA's $1,300 and $280 respectively. Nationally, Yankalilla's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, with rents substantially below the national figure of $375.

Yankalilla features high concentrations of lone person households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 67.8% of all households, including 20.3% couples with children, 40.1% couples without children, and 7.0% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 32.2%, with lone person households at 29.9% and group households making up 2.1%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which aligns with the average for the Rest of South Africa.

Educational outcomes in Yankalilla fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 17.7%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 41.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (12.7%) and certificates (28.7%).

A substantial 21.9% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 9.1% in primary, 6.5% in secondary, and 1.8% in tertiary education. Yankalilla's 3 schools have a combined enrollment of 509 students as of 2021, operating under typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 959) with balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix includes 2 primary and 1 K-12 school. School places per 100 residents stand at 7.4, below the regional average of 11.2, indicating some students may attend schools in nearby areas.

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Health performance in Yankalilla is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data indicates significant challenges for Yankalilla, with high prevalence of common health conditions across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover stands at approximately 46% of the total population (~3,196 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 12.9%) and mental health issues (9.0%). A total of 59.6% of residents report no medical ailments, slightly higher than the Rest of SA's 58.3%. The area has 34.8% of residents aged 65 and over (2,409 people), lower than Rest of SA's 37.0%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Yankalilla are above average, outperforming the general population in various health metrics.

Yankalilla is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Yankalilla, as per the census conducted on 29 August 2016, had a population with 81.3% born in Australia, 90.7% being citizens, and 97.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, practiced by 38.5% of the population. The most notable deviation from regional averages was seen in Judaism, which constituted 0.1% of Yankalilla's population compared to 0.0% across the Rest of SA.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (38.1%), Australian (27.3%), and Scottish (8.5%). Other ethnic groups with notable differences in representation included German at 6.1% (vs regional 6.7%), Welsh at 0.8% (vs 0.6%), and Dutch at 1.7% (vs 1.6%).

Yankalilla ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Yankalilla's median age is 56 years, which exceeds Rest of SA's 47 and Australia's 38. The age profile shows that those aged 65-74 make up 20.3%, while the 25-34 group comprises only 5.3%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 9.5% to 11.6%, and the 15 to 24 cohort has risen from 7.2% to 8.9%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has decreased from 6.6% to 5.3%. By 2041, projections show significant shifts in Yankalilla's age structure. The 85+ age group is expected to grow by 317 people (164%), from 193 to 511. Residents aged 65 and above will contribute to 80% of population growth, indicating demographic aging trends. Conversely, populations in the 55-64 and 0-4 age cohorts are projected to decline.