Andrews Farm

Andrews Farm 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 Feb 2026, Andrews Farm's population is estimated at around 9,626, reflecting an increase of 927 people since the 2021 Census. The 2021 Census reported a population of 8,699 in the suburb. This growth is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 9,579 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024), along with an additional 743 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio is 2,412 persons per square kilometer, placing Andrews Farm in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's 10.7% growth since the 2021 census exceeded both the state's (9.0%) and Greater Adelaide's growth rates, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 47.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration being positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts 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 released in 2023, with adjustments made using weighted aggregation methods from LGA to SA2 levels. Population projections indicate a significant increase in Andrews Farm's population, forecasted to expand by 4,208 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 43.2% over the 17-year period.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, shows Andrews Farm had around 184 dwelling approvals annually over the past 5 financial years, totalling an estimated 920 homes. So far in FY-26, 63 approvals have been recorded. On average, one new resident arrived per year for each new home between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating that new supply is meeting or exceeding demand. The average construction cost value of new dwellings was $323,000.

This financial year, $35.1 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, suggesting strong commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Andrews Farm had 14.0% more development per person over the past 5 years, balancing buyer choice with support for property values. This activity is significantly higher than the national average, indicating strong developer confidence in the location. New development consists of 96.0% standalone homes and 4.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's suburban identity with a focus on family homes.

There are approximately 53 people per dwelling approval, suggesting an expanding market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Andrews Farm is projected to gain 4,160 residents by 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 12 projects expected to impact the area. Notable ones include Tudor Vale Shopping Centre, Munno Para West, Curtis Green, and Brookmont Estate. The following details those deemed most relevant.

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Employment performance in Andrews Farm has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Andrews Farm has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, prominently featuring manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate in the area was 6.3% as of one year ago. In that period, employment grew by an estimated 2.6%.

As of September 2025, 4,802 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.4%, higher than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation in Andrews Farm is 72.0%, above Greater Adelaide's 66.4%. According to Census responses, only 4.8% of residents work from home. The key industries employing residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing.

Manufacturing particularly stands out with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level. Conversely, professional & technical services employ just 2.5% of local workers, below Greater Adelaide's 7.3%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the difference between Census working population and resident population. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 2.6% while the labour force grew by 2.3%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point decrease in unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Adelaide saw employment rise by 3.0% and the labour force grow by 2.9%, with unemployment falling by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Andrews Farm's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.8% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, although these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for local population projections.

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

Andrews Farm's median income among taxpayers was $59,570 in financial year 2023. The suburb's average income stood at $64,857 during the same period. This compares to Greater Adelaide's median and average incomes of $54,808 and $66,852 respectively. Based on an 8.8% growth in wages since financial year 2023, current estimates for Andrews Farm would be approximately $64,812 (median) and $70,564 (average) as of September 2025. Census data from 2021 shows household, family, and personal incomes in Andrews Farm rank modestly, between the 33rd and 43rd percentiles. The $1,500 - $2,999 income bracket dominated with 38.7% of residents (3,725 people), similar to the regional figure of 31.8%. Income remaining after housing costs ranked at the 30th percentile, with only 81.8% of income left.

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

Andrews Farm's dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 95.3% houses and 4.7% other dwellings. In contrast, Adelaide metro had 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Andrews Farm was 11.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 48.6% and rented ones at 40.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, below Adelaide metro's average of $1,562, and the median weekly rent was $300, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Andrews Farm's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,300 versus Australia's average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Andrews Farm has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 75.8% of all households, including 33.6% couples with children, 18.3% couples without children, and 22.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 24.2%, with lone person households at 21.1% and group households comprising 3.0%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Andrews Farm 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 Australia's average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common (7.4%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.1%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 42.0% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (8.8%) and certificates (33.2%).

Educational participation is high, with 35.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 16.1% in primary education, 8.5% in secondary education, and 3.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Andrews Farm has 23 active public transport stops, all serving buses. These are covered by 8 different routes, offering a total of 473 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically living 215 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outwards, with cars being the primary mode at 94%. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, only 4.8% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 67 trips per day, equating to about 20 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Andrews Farm is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Andrews Farm faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch through mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Multiple health conditions affect both younger and older age groups, with private health cover at approximately 53% of the total population (~5,067 people), slightly higher than the average SA2 area. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 10.7% and 10.7% of residents respectively. Conversely, 69.1% of residents report having no medical ailments, compared to 67.9% in Greater Adelaide. Working-age individuals face notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 7.0% of residents aged 65 and over (673 people), lower than the 19.3% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings generally aligning with those of the broader population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Andrews Farm records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Andrews Farm's cultural diversity was above average, with 18.1% born overseas and 14.7% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the main religion, comprising 34.6%. The 'Other' religious category had a higher representation in Andrews Farm at 1.3%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 1.8%.

In terms of ancestry, the top groups were English (31.5%), Australian (29.1%), and Other (11.3%). Notably, German was overrepresented at 4.4% vs regional average of 5.1%, Australian Aboriginal at 3.4% vs 1.2%, and Spanish at 0.4% vs 0.3%.

Andrews Farm hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Andrews Farm has a median age of 28 years, which is younger than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Andrews Farm has a higher percentage of residents aged 5-14 (17.0%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (4.5%). According to post-2021 Census data, the age group of 35 to 44 increased from 14.0% to 15.6%, while the 15 to 24 cohort rose from 14.4% to 15.7%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 19.2% to 17.0%, and the 25 to 34 group fell from 18.6% to 17.5%. Demographic modeling indicates that Andrews Farm's age profile will change significantly by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age cohort projected to grow steadily, increasing by 724 people (43%) from 1,684 to 2,409.