Yorke Peninsula - South

An assessment of population growth drivers in Yorke Peninsula - South reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Yorke Peninsula - South's population is 4,605 as of November 2025. This represents an increase of 463 people (11.2%) since the 2021 Census figure of 4,142 people. The population estimate for June 2024 was 4,433, with an additional 68 validated new addresses since the Census date contributing to this growth. This results in a population density of 2.0 persons per square kilometer. Yorke Peninsula - South's population growth rate of 11.2% since the 2021 census exceeds both the non-metro area (6.8%) and the state average, indicating strong growth for the region. Interstate migration accounted for approximately 89.9% of overall population gains recently.

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 are adopted, based on 2021 data and adjusted using a weighted aggregation method from LGA to SA2 levels. Future population trends suggest an increase just below the median of national regional areas, with an expected expansion of 363 persons by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 4.2% over the 17-year period based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Yorke Peninsula - South among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Yorke Peninsula - South has recorded approximately 55 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, a total of 279 homes were approved, with an additional 17 approved so far in FY26. On average, over these five years, around 1.2 new residents arrived per year for each new home constructed.

This balance between supply and demand supports stable market conditions, while the average value of new dwellings developed is $272,000. In terms of commercial development, $4.7 million in approvals have been registered this financial year, indicating limited focus on commercial development compared to residential. Compared to the Rest of SA, Yorke Peninsula - South has seen slightly more development activity over the past five years, with 21.0% above the regional average per person. This higher level of development supports buyer choice while also supporting current property values, reflecting strong developer confidence in the area.

Recent building activity consists entirely of standalone homes, maintaining the area's traditional low-density character and appealing to those seeking space, particularly families. With approximately 80 people per dwelling approval, Yorke Peninsula - South exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, the area is projected to add 191 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating further population growth beyond current projections.

Yorke Peninsula - South has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 21stth percentile nationally

No changes can significantly affect a region's performance like modifications to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. Zero projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting this area. Notable projects comprise SA Public Housing Maintenance and Services Contracts, SA Water Capital Work Delivery Contracts, South Australian Regional Bulk Port Development, and South Australian Road Network Maintenance, with the following list detailing those most likely to be relevant.

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Employment conditions in Yorke Peninsula - South face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Yorke Peninsula - South has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, diverse sector representation, an unemployment rate of 7.2% as of September 2025, and estimated employment growth of 0.6% over the past year. There are 1,642 residents in work while the unemployment rate is 1.9% higher than Rest of SA's rate of 5.3%.

Workforce participation stands at 42.1%, significantly lower than Rest of SA's 54.1%. Employment is concentrated in agriculture, forestry & fishing, accommodation & food, and health care & social assistance. The area shows strong specialization in agriculture, forestry & fishing with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level. Conversely, manufacturing has a lower representation at 3.9% compared to the regional average of 9.3%.

Employment opportunities locally appear limited as indicated by Census working population vs resident population count. From September 2024 to September 2025, employment levels increased by 0.6%, and labour force grew by 2.1%, causing unemployment rate to rise by 1.5 percentage points. This contrasts with Rest of SA where employment rose by 0.3%, labour force grew by 2.3%, and unemployment rose by 1.9 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer insight into potential future demand within Yorke Peninsula - South. These projections suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with growth rates varying significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Yorke Peninsula - South's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.2% over five years and 11.5% over ten years.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022, the median income among taxpayers in Yorke Peninsula - South SA2 was $39,821. The average income stood at $49,918. This is lower than the national average and compares to levels of $46,889 and $56,582 across Rest of SA respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $44,930 (median) and $56,322 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes in Yorke Peninsula - South all fall between the 1st and 5th percentiles nationally. Distribution data shows 33.5% of the population (1,542 individuals) fall within the $400-$799 income range, differing from patterns across regional levels where $1,500-$2,999 dominates with 27.5%. The concentration of 45.7% in sub-$800 weekly brackets highlights economic challenges facing a significant portion of the community. While housing costs are modest with 90.0% of income retained, the total disposable income ranks at just the 4th percentile nationally.

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

Yorke Peninsula - South's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 96.1% houses and 3.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compared to Non-Metro SA's 93.3% houses and 6.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Yorke Peninsula - South stood at 58.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 24.3% and rented ones at 17.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $986, below Non-Metro SA's average of $1,083. Median weekly rent was recorded at $200, compared to Non-Metro SA's $230. Nationally, Yorke Peninsula - South's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Yorke Peninsula - South features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 59.7% of all households, including 15.4% couples with children, 37.8% couples without children, and 6.2% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 40.3%, with lone person households at 38.2% and group households making up 2.1%. The median household size is 2.0 people, which is smaller than the Rest of SA average of 2.1.

Yorke Peninsula - South faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 9.8%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This discrepancy presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 7.1%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.5%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.2%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 41.9% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (32.3%).

A total of 20.2% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 9.2% in primary education, 6.0% in secondary education, and 1.5% in tertiary education.

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Health performance in Yorke Peninsula - South is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Yorke Peninsula - South faces significant health challenges, with various conditions affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low at approximately 46% of the total population (~2,122 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (14.9%) and mental health issues (8.3%). Conversely, 55.8% of residents report having no medical ailments, similar to the Rest of SA's 56.0%. As of a recent study, 37.0% of residents are aged 65 and over (1,703 people). Health outcomes among seniors show some challenges but perform better than the general population in certain health metrics.

The latest Census data sees Yorke Peninsula - South placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Yorke Peninsula-South has a cultural diversity below average, with its population comprising 90.5% citizens, 88.5% born in Australia, and 98.2% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, accounting for 49.6% of residents, compared to 48.3% across Rest of SA. The top three ancestry groups are English (36.0%), Australian (32.3%), and German (7.7%).

Notably, Welsh (0.7%), French (0.6%), and Croatian (0.5%) ethnicities have higher representation in Yorke Peninsula-South compared to the regional averages of 0.4%, 0.3%, and 0.2% respectively.

Yorke Peninsula - South ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Yorke Peninsula - South's median age is 57 years, which is older than Rest of SA's 47 years and significantly higher than Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to the Rest of SA average, the 65-74 age group is notably over-represented at 21.0% locally, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 6.8%. This concentration in the 65-74 age group is well above the national average of 9.4%. Post the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age group has increased from 7.4% to 9.4%, and the 75 to 84 cohort has risen from 11.2% to 12.8%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 age group has decreased from 11.2% to 9.0%, and the 55 to 64 age group has dropped from 19.8% to 18.5%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Yorke Peninsula - South's age structure. The 85+ age cohort is projected to grow by 134 people (90%), increasing from 149 to 284. Senior residents aged 65 and above will contribute to 56% of population growth, indicating a trend towards demographic aging. Conversely, the 15-24 and 65-74 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.