Bedford Park

Bedford Park is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Bedford Park's population is estimated at 2089 as of Feb 2026, reflecting an increase of 207 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents an 11.0% growth rate for the suburb. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population at 2075 in Jun 2024, based on the latest ERP data release by the ABS, and the validation of 19 new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 782 persons per square kilometer for Bedford Park. The suburb's growth rate exceeded that of its SA4 region (7.4%) and the state, making it a growth leader in the area. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population gains during this period.

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, adjusted using a method of weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels based on 2021 data released in 2023. Projected demographic shifts indicate an expected population increase just below the median for statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch, with Bedford Park projected to expand by 161 persons to reach 2250 by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 12.1% over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Bedford Park has seen approximately five new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 27 homes. As of FY-26, four approvals have been recorded. This results in an average of 10.2 new residents per year for every home built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating that demand outpaces supply, which typically influences prices upwards and intensifies competition among buyers. The average construction cost of new homes is $536,000, suggesting developers target the premium market segment with high-end properties.

This financial year has seen $39.1 million in commercial approvals, reflecting strong commercial development momentum. Recent construction comprises 60% detached houses and 40% medium to high-density housing, offering options across various price points from family homes to compact living.

The estimated population density is 476 people per dwelling approval, indicating a quiet development environment. Bedford Park's population is projected to grow by 253 residents by 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Construction pace is maintaining reasonable growth, but buyers may face increasing competition as the population grows.

Bedford Park has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 27thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified nine projects expected to affect the region. Notable initiatives include Flinders Medical Centre Southern Redevelopment Stage 1 (Acute Services Building), Thrive Tonsley - Junction Australia Housing Development, Oaklands Green, and Flinders Village (Flinders University 50-Year Master Plan). The following list details those most relevant:.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Bedford Park recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Bedford Park has an educated workforce with prominent essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate in September 2025 was 5.2%. The area saw a 3.6% employment growth over the past year, according to AreaSearch data aggregation.

As of that date, 1,179 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.3% higher than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation in Bedford Park was 68.4%, slightly higher than Greater Adelaide's 66.4%. Census data showed that only 8.3% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, accommodation & food services, and retail trade.

Bedford Park has a particular specialization in health care & social assistance, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level. Conversely, public administration & safety shows lower representation at 3.4% compared to the regional average of 7.4%. There are 6.0 workers for every resident in Bedford Park, indicating it functions as an employment hub attracting workers from surrounding areas. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 3.6% while labour force grew by 3.8%, causing the unemployment rate to rise slightly by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Adelaide experienced a 3.0% employment growth with a 0.1 percentage point drop in unemployment rate over the same period. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia suggest that Bedford Park's employment should increase by 7.2% over five years and 15.0% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

Bedford Park's median income among taxpayers was $34,602 in financial year 2023. The average income stood at $43,608 during the same period. These figures are below Greater Adelaide's median and average incomes of $54,808 and $66,852 respectively. By September 2025, estimated median and average incomes in Bedford Park would be approximately $37,647 and $47,446 based on an 8.8% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, individual income was at the 2nd percentile ($470 weekly), while household income was at the 32nd percentile. The largest income bracket comprised 33.9% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (708 residents). Housing affordability pressures were severe, with only 84.5% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 33rd percentile.

Bedford Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Bedford Park's dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 69.4% houses and 30.7% other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and others. This compares to Adelaide metro's breakdown of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bedford Park stood at 28.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 20.1% and rented ones at 51.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,600, exceeding Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. Median weekly rent in Bedford Park was $290, lower than Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Bedford Park's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,600 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Bedford Park features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 55.9% of all households, including 20.5% couples with children, 26.8% couples without children, and 8.2% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 44.1%, with lone person households at 27.7% and group households comprising 15.8%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which aligns with the Greater Adelaide average.

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

Bedford Park has a notably high level of educational attainment among its residents aged 15 and above, with 40.7% holding university qualifications compared to the state average of 25.7% and the Statistical Area Level 4 region average of 28.1%. This advantage is reflected in the types of qualifications held: bachelor degrees are most common at 27.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational pathways also play a significant role, with 22.8% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (6.7%) and certificates (16.1%). Educational participation is particularly high in Bedford Park, with 54.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes tertiary education (42.8%), primary education (4.3%), and secondary education (2.5%).

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

Bedford Park has 31 operational public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 52 different routes, collectively facilitating 3,464 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 198 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential zone, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 67%, followed by buses at 14% and walking at 9%. On average, each dwelling owns 1.2 vehicles, lower than the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, only 8.3% of residents work from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, an average of 494 trips are made daily, equating to around 111 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Bedford Park is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Bedford Park faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are somewhat prevalent across all age groups but more so among older cohorts. Private health cover is extremely low at approximately 44% of the total population (~925 people), compared to 52.7% in Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are mental health issues affecting 8.8% of residents and asthma impacting 7.5%. Conversely, 72.8% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.9% in Greater Adelaide. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 9.3% of residents aged 65 and over (194 people), lower than the 19.3% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally compared to the broader population.

Bedford Park is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Bedford Park has a high level of cultural diversity, with 43.1% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 49.0% born overseas. Christianity is the main religion in Bedford Park, making up 33.5% of people. However, Buddhism is overrepresented, comprising 6.7% of the population compared to 2.4% across Greater Adelaide.

The top three ancestry groups are Australian at 18.5%, English also at 18.5%, and Other at 17.7%. These figures differ from regional averages: Australian is lower than the regional average of 27.8%, while Other is substantially higher than the regional average of 9.7%. Notably, Korean (1.2% vs 0.3%), Sri Lankan (0.8% vs 0.2%), and Vietnamese (2.5% vs 1.2%) ethnic groups are overrepresented in Bedford Park compared to Greater Adelaide.

Bedford Park hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Bedford Park's median age is 27, which is significantly younger than Greater Adelaide's figure of 39 and under Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Bedford Park has a higher proportion of residents aged 15-24 (33.3%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (4%). This concentration of 15-24 year-olds is notably higher than the national figure of 12.5%. Between 2021 and present, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 32.4% to 33.3%, while the 65 to 74 cohort has decreased from 5.4% to 2.8% and the 55 to 64 group has fallen from 6.8% to 5%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate that Bedford Park's age structure will shift significantly. The 25 to 34 age cohort is projected to increase by 80 people (16%), rising from 493 to 574. Conversely, the number of residents aged 75-84 is expected to decrease.