Beverley (SA)

Population growth drivers in Beverley are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

As of May 2026, Beverley's population is estimated at around 1,603 people. This reflects an increase of 25 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,578 people. The change was inferred from the resident population of 1,578 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025, and an additional 17 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,047 persons per square kilometer. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 56% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered 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 employing weighted aggregation methods. Moving forward, an above median population growth is projected for Beverley (SA), with the suburb expected to grow by 329 persons to reach a total of 1,937 people by 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 19% in total over the 16 years.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, Beverley has seen around 11 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, approximately 55 homes were approved, with a further 34 approved in FY26 so far. Each year, an average of 6.6 people have moved to the area for each dwelling built during these years.

This significant demand outpaces supply, potentially driving up prices and increasing competition among buyers. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $321,000. In FY26, commercial development approvals totalled $17.3 million, indicating moderate commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Beverley has 18.0% less new development per person but ranks among the 85th percentile nationally for building activity.

Recent years have seen an acceleration in construction rates. New developments consist of 62.0% standalone homes and 38.0% medium and high-density housing, offering a blend of attached housing types catering to various price ranges. This shift from the area's existing housing stock (currently 78.0% houses) suggests decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles and demand for diverse, affordable housing options. Beverley has an approximate density of 107 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low-density market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Beverley is expected to grow by 304 residents through to 2041. Current construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Beverley has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 23rdth percentile nationally

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Employment conditions in Beverley remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Beverley's workforce is skilled with well-represented essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 5.1% as of December 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.9%.

This figure is based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. In December 2025926 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 4.1%, 1.3% higher than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation in Beverley was 73.6%, surpassing Greater Adelaide's 66.0%. According to Census responses, 8.3% of residents worked from home.

Dominant employment sectors included health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Transport, postal & warehousing had notably high concentration with levels at 1.8 times the regional average. In contrast, education & training employed only 7.4% of local workers, below Greater Adelaide's 9.3%. The area hosted more jobs than residents, with a ratio of 1.6 workers per resident as at the Census. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 3.9% while labour force grew by 2.4%, reducing the unemployment rate by 1.4 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Adelaide saw employment rise by 4.2%, labour force grow by 3.9%, and unemployment fall by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Beverley's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 indicates Beverley's median income among taxpayers is $53,552. The average income in the suburb is $60,622. Nationally, incomes are higher on average. Greater Adelaide has a median income of $54,808 and an average of $66,852. Based on Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023, current estimates suggest Beverley's median income is approximately $58,998 and the average is $66,787 as of March 2026. Census 2021 data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Beverley rank modestly, between the 41st and 52nd percentiles. The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 is dominant, with 33.7% of residents (540 people). This aligns with broader trends across the surrounding region, where 31.8% fall into the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Beverley, with only 83.6% of income remaining, ranking at the 41st percentile.

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

Dwelling structure in Beverley, as evaluated at the latest Census held on 28 August 2016, comprised 78.2% houses and 21.8% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. In comparison, Adelaide metro had 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Beverley stood at 24.0%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (39.4%) or rented (36.6%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Beverley was $1,668, higher than Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. The median weekly rent figure in Beverley was recorded at $300, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Beverley's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Beverley features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 62.6% of all households, including 25.3% couples with children, 23.4% couples without children, and 13.0% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 37.4%, with lone person households at 30.7% and group households comprising 6.5%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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

University qualification levels in Beverley stand at 25.8%, slightly below the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 17.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 36.9% of residents aged 15+ holding these skills - advanced diplomas at 10.3% and certificates at 26.6%.

Educational participation is high, with 28.5% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.0% in primary education, 5.9% in secondary education, and 5.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Beverley has six active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by twenty different routes that together facilitate 1,377 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these stops is rated as good, with residents typically located 338 meters from the nearest one. Most residents commute outwards from Beverley, primarily using cars (84%). Five percent use buses and three percent cycle. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling in Beverley.

According to the 2021 Census, only 8.3% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 196 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 229 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Beverley is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Beverley faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is relatively low, at approximately 51% of the total population (around 817 people). The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and asthma, affecting 8.6 and 7.4% of residents respectively. About 71.8% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide. Working-age residents show an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 12.0% of residents aged 65 and over (192 people), which is lower than the 19.2% in Greater Adelaide. National rankings for these conditions are even higher than those of the general population.

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

Beverley's population shows high diversity, with 27.8% born overseas and 29.9% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion in Beverley, comprising 42.5%. The 'Other' religious category is overrepresented here compared to Greater Adelaide (5.3% vs 1.8%).

Top ancestry groups include English (21.0%), Australian (20.1%), and Other (12.3%). Polish (1.9%) Serbian (1.6%) and Italian (8.1%) ethnicities are notably overrepresented in Beverley compared to regional averages.

Beverley's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Beverley is 36, which is slightly below Greater Adelaide's average of 39 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Beverley has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (18.1%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (5.8%). Between the 2021 Census and present, the 35-44 age group has increased from 15.4% to 17.3%, while the 75-84 cohort has risen from 3.3% to 4.6%. Conversely, the 45-54 age group has decreased from 14.6% to 13.1%. By 2041, Beverley's population is expected to see notable shifts in age composition. The 45-54 group is projected to grow by 39%, adding 81 people and reaching 291 from 209. The 55-64 group is forecast to grow more modestly at 5%, with an addition of 9 residents.