Bellevue Heights

An assessment of population growth drivers in Bellevue Heights reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the suburb of Bellevue Heights' population is estimated at around 3,034 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 322 people (11.9%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,712 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 3,004, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS on Jun 2024 and address validation since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,199 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Bellevue Heights' 11.9% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (5.0%), along with the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which was essentially the sole driver of population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category, released in 2023 based on 2021 data, are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Considering the projected demographic shifts, a population increase just below the median of statistical areas across the nation is expected for Bellevue Heights, with the area expected to increase by 266 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 6.3% in total over the 17 years.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, Bellevue Heights recorded around 3 residential properties granted approval annually over the past five financial years from FY21 to FY25. This totals an estimated 16 homes. As of FY26, 8 approvals have been recorded.

On average, 13.3 new residents arrive per year per dwelling constructed during this period. This high demand coupled with limited supply typically results in price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction value of these dwellings is $536,000, indicating a focus on the premium market segment. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Bellevue Heights has significantly reduced construction levels, at 67.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties, although building activity has accelerated in recent years.

The area's construction activity is also lower than the national average, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints. New building activity consists of 75.0% standalone homes and 25.0% attached dwellings, sustaining Bellevue Heights' suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suitable for buyers seeking space. As of now, there are approximately 530 people per dwelling approval in the area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Bellevue Heights is projected to add 191 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Bellevue Heights has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 27thth percentile nationally

Four projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area: Flinders Medical Centre Southern Redevelopment Stage 1 (Acute Services Building), Flagstaff Pines Residential Development, Flagstaff Hill Sports Ground Upgrade, and Flagstaff Hill Reserve Revegetation Project.

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The exceptional employment performance in Bellevue Heights places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Bellevue Heights has an educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 1.1%, with an estimated employment growth of 4.3% over the past year, as per AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation. As of September 2025, 1,496 residents are employed, and the unemployment rate is 2.8% lower than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation in Bellevue Heights is at 58.0%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 66.4%. According to Census responses, 16.0% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdown impacts. Key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. Bellevue Heights shows strong specialization in education & training, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level.

Conversely, manufacturing is under-represented, at 4.6% compared to Greater Adelaide's 7.0%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by Census data on working population versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 4.3%, while the labour force grew by 4.1%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point decrease in unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Adelaide experienced employment growth of 3.0% and labour force growth of 2.9%, with a 0.1 percentage point drop in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Bellevue Heights' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.7% over ten years, though these are simple weighting extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Bellevue Heights had a median income among taxpayers of $56,244. The average income stood at $70,911. This is higher than the national average and compares to levels of $54,808 and $66,852 across Greater Adelaide respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $61,193 (median) and $77,151 (average) as of September 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Bellevue Heights, between the 41st and 45th percentiles. Distribution data shows 30.0% of the population fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, mirroring regional levels where 31.8% occupy this bracket. Housing costs are manageable with 87.2% retained. Disposable income sits below average at the 49th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Bellevue Heights, as per the latest Census, consisted of 85.7% houses and 14.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Adelaide metro's 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bellevue Heights stood at 46.3%, with the rest being mortgaged (41.8%) or rented (11.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,750, higher than Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. Median weekly rent was $370, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Bellevue Heights' mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Bellevue Heights has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 74.1% of all households, including 30.8% couples with children, 34.3% couples without children, and 8.2% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 25.9%, with lone person households at 22.9% and group households comprising 2.9%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which aligns with the Greater Adelaide average.

Bellevue Heights shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational attainment in Bellevue Heights is notably higher than broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15 and above, 40.3% have university qualifications, compared to 25.7% in South Australia (SA) and 28.1% in the SA4 region. This educational advantage positions the area favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 25.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.1%) and graduate diplomas (4.0%).

Trade and technical skills are also prominent, with 28.0% of residents holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificates (16.3%). Educational participation is high, with 27.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.6% in primary education, 7.6% in tertiary education, and 5.9% pursuing secondary education.

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

Bellevue Heights has 12 operational public transport stops, all serving buses. These stops are covered by 9 different routes, offering a total of 218 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is considered good, with residents typically living 291 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outwards daily, primarily using cars (86%). Train usage stands at 6%. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 16% of residents work remotely, which might be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 31 trips per day across all routes, translating to roughly 18 weekly trips per individual stop.

Bellevue Heights's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Bellevue Heights residents show positive health outcomes, according to AreaSearch's analysis. Mortality rates and health conditions are largely comparable to national benchmarks.

Common health conditions are seen across all age groups, with arthritis and mental health issues being most prevalent at 10.6% and 7.4%, respectively. About 63.4% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 67.9% in Greater Adelaide. Private health cover is high, with approximately 55% of the population (~1,669 people), compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide. The under-65 population has better-than-average health outcomes. Bellevue Heights has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 and over at 29.3% (888 people) than Greater Adelaide's 19.3%. National rankings for the area are broadly in line with the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Bellevue Heights was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Bellevue Heights was found to have a higher level of cultural diversity than most local markets, with 15.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 27.2% born overseas. The predominant religion in Bellevue Heights is Christianity, comprising 43.1% of the population. However, Judaism is notably overrepresented, making up 0.2% of the population compared to 0.1% across Greater Adelaide.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are English at 28.6%, Australian at 24.4%, and Scottish at 7.9%. Some ethnic groups show significant differences in representation: Hungarian is overrepresented at 0.6% (vs regional 0.3%), Polish at 1.3% (vs 1.0%), and German at 7.0% (vs 5.1%).

Bellevue Heights hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Bellevue Heights has a median age of 46 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years and Australia's national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that the 85+ year-olds make up 7.4% of the population, while the 25-34 group comprises 10.5%, both figures being notably different from Greater Adelaide's demographics. This high concentration of 85+ residents (7.4%) is well above the national average of 2.2%. Between 2021 and now, Bellevue Heights has seen a decrease in median age by one year to 46 years from its previous figure of 47 years. During this period, the population aged 15-24 grew from 10.2% to 13.0%, while the 25-34 group increased from 8.8% to 10.5%. Conversely, the 65-74 age group declined from 12.9% to 10.5%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic shifts in Bellevue Heights. The 85+ cohort is projected to grow by 51%, adding 113 residents to reach a total of 338. Meanwhile, the 15-24 and 5-14 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.