Allenby Gardens

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

Allenby Gardens' population, as of November 2025, is estimated at around 2,109 people. This reflects an increase from the 2021 Census figure of 2,045 people, representing a rise of 64 individuals (3.1%). AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and analysis of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 contributed to this estimation. The population density ratio is 2,541 persons per square kilometer, placing Allenby Gardens in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration accounted for approximately 91.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch's projections for Allenby Gardens are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia figures released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for each SA2 area. For areas not covered by this data and 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. According to these projections, Allenby Gardens is expected to experience an above median population growth, increasing by 529 persons to reach 2,638 people by 2041, reflecting a gain of 27.4% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Allenby Gardens recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Allenby Gardens has received around 9 dwelling approvals per year, with 46 approved between financial years FY21-FY25 and 3 in FY26. Each new dwelling adds an average of 2.6 residents annually over the past five years.

The average construction cost is $404,000. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Allenby Gardens has half the rate of new dwelling approvals per person but ranks at the 63rd percentile nationally. New developments consist of 36% standalone homes and 64% medium-high density housing. This shift from the existing 74% houses reflects decreasing developable sites and changing lifestyles. The area has approximately 227 people per dwelling approval, indicating low-density market.

Population forecasts suggest Allenby Gardens will gain 578 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not meet population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Allenby Gardens has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

No changes can significantly affect a region's performance more than alterations to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. Zero projects have been pinpointed by AreaSearch that could potentially impact this area. Notable projects comprise Thebarton Technology Hub, Henley Beach Road Visioning Project, New Women's and Children's Hospital, and North South Corridor, with the following list detailing those most likely to be relevant.

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The labour market in Allenby Gardens shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Allenby Gardens has an educated workforce with notable representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 3.2% as of the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 3.4%.

As of June 2025, 1,287 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.8% below Greater Adelaide's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation was higher at 67.6%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 61.7%. Dominant employment sectors included health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Other services had a notably high concentration, with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

However, education & training employed only 7.4% of local workers, below Greater Adelaide's 9.3%. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 3.4%, while labour force grew by 3.5%, causing unemployment to rise slightly. In contrast, Greater Adelaide saw employment and labour force growth of 2.1% each, with a marginal increase in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 suggest potential future demand within Allenby Gardens. Over five years, national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6%, and over ten years by 13.7%. Applying these projections to Allenby Gardens' employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Allenby Gardens had a median income among taxpayers of $53,168 and an average of $62,204. This is lower than the national average. Greater Adelaide's median was $52,592 with an average of $64,886. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $59,989 (median) and $70,185 (average). Census 2021 income data ranks Allenby Gardens' household, family, and personal incomes modestly, between the 48th and 48th percentiles. The dominant income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999 with 32.7% of residents (689 people), similar to surrounding regions at 31.8%. After housing expenses, 86.6% of income remains for other expenses. Allenby Gardens' SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

Allenby Gardens' latest Census data showed 74.5% houses and 25.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other'), compared to Adelaide metro's 66.1% houses and 33.9% others. Home ownership in Allenby Gardens was 38.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 36.7% and rented at 24.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,810, higher than Adelaide metro's $1,733. Median weekly rent in Allenby Gardens was $323, similar to Adelaide metro's $325. Nationally, Allenby Gardens' mortgage repayments were lower at $1,863 and rents substantially below the national average of $375.

Allenby Gardens has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 69.9% of all households, including 33.5% couples with children, 27.1% couples without children, and 8.2% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.1%, with lone person households at 27.6% and group households comprising 3.0%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.4.

Allenby Gardens performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

University qualifications in Allenby Gardens, with 30.6% of residents aged 15 years and over holding such credentials, slightly exceed the South Australian average (25.7%). Bachelor degrees are the most common at 22.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational skills are also prominent, with 29.9% of residents aged 15 years and over holding such credentials – advanced diplomas account for 9.4% while certificates make up 20.5%.

Educational participation is high in Allenby Gardens, with 25.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 7.7% enrolled in primary education, 7.1% in secondary education, and 5.4% pursuing tertiary education. Allenby Gardens Primary School serves the area, with an enrollment of 410 students as of a recent report. The school's Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage (ICSEA) score is 1061, indicating above-average socio-educational conditions. There is one primary school in Allenby Gardens, focusing exclusively on primary education; secondary options are available in surrounding areas. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs, with 19.4 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 13.6, suggesting that the area serves as an educational center for the broader region.

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

Allenby Gardens has six active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by nine different routes that together facilitate 1,238 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents on average located 236 meters from the nearest stop.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 176 trips per day, equating to approximately 206 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Allenby Gardens is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Allenby Gardens shows better-than-average health outcomes.

The prevalence of common health conditions is low across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover stands at approximately 52%, slightly below the average SA2 area rate (~1,088 people). Arthritis and asthma are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 7.7% and 7.2% of residents respectively. A total of 71.7% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 68.9% across Greater Adelaide. The area has an 18.5% senior population (390 people), lower than the 20.0% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors are above average and align with those of the general population.

Allenby Gardens was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Allenby Gardens, surveyed in July-August 2016, showed higher cultural diversity than most local areas. It had 27.1% overseas-born residents and 31.3% speaking languages other than English at home. Christianity dominated Allenby Gardens with 56.3%, but 'Other' religions were overrepresented at 3.8% compared to Greater Adelaide's 1.8%.

Top ancestral groups were English (18.8%), Australian (17.9%), and Italian (12.9%). Notable ethnic group divergences included Greeks at 9.3% (vs regional 4.7%) and Poles at 1.9% (vs regional 1.4%), with Hungarians also slightly overrepresented at 0.6% (vs regional 0.3%).

Allenby Gardens's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Allenby Gardens is 40 years, similar to Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years but somewhat older than Australia's median age of 38 years. The 65-74 age group comprises 11.5% of the population in Allenby Gardens, higher than Greater Adelaide's percentage. Conversely, the 5-14 age group makes up 10.2%, which is less prevalent compared to Greater Adelaide. Post-2021 Census data indicates that the 35-44 age group has increased from 12.5% to 14.1%. Meanwhile, the 45-54 age group has decreased from 14.3% to 12.4%. Population forecasts for 2041 suggest significant demographic changes in Allenby Gardens, with the 75-84 age group expected to grow by 91%, reaching 218 people from an initial 113.