Chart Color Schemes
This analysis uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, which can materially differ from Statistical Areas (SA2) even when sharing the same name.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For comprehensive analysis, consider reviewing both boundary types if available.
est. as @ -- *
2021 Census | -- people
Curious about local property values? Filter the chart to assess the volume and appreciation (including resales) trends and regional comparisons, or scroll to the map below view this information at an individual property level.
Find a Recent Sale
Sales Detail
Blackwood (SA) has an estimated 4,381 residents, up from 4,266 at the 2021 Census — a change of 115 people, or 2.7%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years, slower than 75% of areas nationally. That puts 1,048 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
Detail
As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Blackwood (SA) has an estimated count of approximately 4,381 residents, drawn from AreaSearch evaluations of ABS regional demographic updates alongside post-Census validated address entries. Compared to the 4,266 individuals documented in the 2021 Census, this marks an expansion of 115 people (2.7%). Such figures stem from an estimated resident population (ERP) base of 4,377 via the ABS June 2025 release, combined with 10 validated new addresses identified following the Census benchmark. The resulting population density sits at 1,048 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical benchmarks across AreaSearch study locations.
With 2.7% expansion since the census, the suburb of Blackwood (SA) tracks within 2.9 percentage points of the broader SA3 benchmark (5.6%), reflecting solid underlying demographic momentum. Recent gains were driven predominantly by overseas arrivals accounting for roughly 55.00000000000001% of total additions, alongside positive contributions from both interstate migration and natural increase. Population modelling incorporates 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 projections with a 2022 base year. Where coverage is absent or extends past 2032, AreaSearch integrates 2023 SA State Government Regional/LGA age-cohort forecasts based on 2021 numbers, using weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 tiers. Future outlooks indicate growth tracking slightly under the median for AreaSearch study territories; the suburb of Blackwood (SA) is projected to add 507 persons up to 2041 under consolidated SA2 figures, representing an overall increase of 11.5% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
33 new dwellings have been approved in Blackwood (SA) over the past five years, an average of 6 a year. That is 1.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 4, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
Detail
Building approval records compiled from statistical datasets by AreaSearch show the locality averaging approximately 6 residential approvals each year, accumulating to an estimated 33 dwellings across the previous 5 financial years. In FY-25 to date, 4 residential approvals have been logged. Between FY-21 and FY-25, the area attracted an average of 3.7 persons annually per completed residence, showing that residential demand substantially exceeds incoming supply and generating typical upwards pricing pressure along with heightened buyer competition. Furthermore, expected construction costs average $669,000 per dwelling, highlighting an emphasis by builders on upper-tier residential offerings.
Over the current financial year, non-residential building permits stand at $545,000, underscoring subdued commercial construction. Building volumes in the locality trail the wider metropolitan standard considerably, recording 61.0% below the per-capita level of Greater Adelaide. Such restricted delivery of new dwellings generally bolsters demand and price resilience for established stock. Output also tracks below national averages, signalling an established urban setting alongside prospective planning constraints. Across new residential approvals, detached dwellings represent 83.0% while higher-density and medium-density options make up 17.0%, preserving the traditional low-density suburban fabric tailored toward households prioritising space. A ratio of around 874 people per approved dwelling highlights an established, late-stage residential market. Projections based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly figures indicate the local population will expand by 503 residents by 2041. Under current construction trajectories, housing additions could face challenges keeping pace with incoming resident numbers, which may intensify competition for real estate and underpin future valuation gains.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Blackwood (SA)
Loading development applications…
| Lodged | Address | Description | Type | Distance | Status |
|---|
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 8 current infrastructure and development projects close to Blackwood (SA), worth an estimated $1.22 billion. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and environmental & disaster management. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
Detail
Capital investments and regional planning works play a vital role in local performance. AreaSearch has pinpointed a total of 2 key infrastructure projects expected to influence the district. Prominent undertakings encompass the Adelaide Public Transport Capacity and Access project, the Adelaide's Inner And Outer Ring Route Capacity Improvements, the Flinders Medical Centre Southern Redevelopment Stage 1 (Acute Services Building), alongside the Springbank Secondary College upgrade, with the most pertinent initiatives highlighted below.
Professional plan users can use the search below to filter and access additional projects.
INFRASTRUCTURE SEARCH
Denotes AI-based impression for illustrative purposes only, not to be taken as definitive under any circumstances. Please follow links and conduct other investigations from the project's source for actual imagery. Developers and project owners wishing us to use original imagery please Contact Us and we will do so.
Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
Hotel Panorama
Hotel Panorama is a $60 million, five-storey hospitality destination by the Hurley Hotel Group. Strategically located to support visitation for Flinders University, Flinders Medical Centre, and the Tonsley Innovation Precinct, the venue features 77 accommodation rooms, including 26 serviced apartments and two premium suites. The ground floor hosts a casual cafe bar, restaurant with a sunken fire lounge, and the Sideline sports bar. The fifth floor features a rooftop bar called Wonderland with a gold disco ball pizza oven and panoramic views from the coast to the Adelaide Hills.The project replaced the former Tonsley Hotel and officially opened on May 8, 2026.
Adelaide's Inner And Outer Ring Route Capacity Improvements
Enhancement of Adelaide's Inner and Outer Ring Routes to alleviate congestion, aiming for integrated urban mobility and addressing impacts from population growth, economic activity, and travel demand.
Panorama Place Estate
A residential development offering 56 new homes, including land for sale and house and land packages, designed for contemporary living.
Flagstaff Pines Residential Development
A 37 hectare residential community at Flagstaff Hill delivered by Adelaide Development Company, with open space, wildlife corridors, landscaped reserves, watercourses and walking trails. Around 300 home sites were created with a focus on preserving the natural setting. Estate fully delivered and occupied.
Flagstaff Hill Reserve Revegetation Project
Environmental restoration project focusing on native vegetation revegetation, erosion control, biodiversity enhancement, and habitat creation. Includes community education components and ongoing monitoring to ensure ecosystem restoration success.
Springbank Secondary College upgrade
Refurbishment to the main building for contemporary learning spaces on both the ground and first floor, circulation spaces, new disability unit classes and a new fully assisted toilet amenities.
Living Choice Flagstaff Hill
South Australia's first integrated golf course and retirement community. Stage 1 (42 villas and The Range with 17 apartments) is complete, and Stage 2 (The Summit and The Fairway) with a new golf clubhouse and wellness facilities is now open. The village features a wellness centre, indoor heated pool, cinema, restaurant and bar, and other resident amenities.
Adelaide Public Transport Capacity and Access
A multi-year state-led initiative to expand the capacity and reach of Adelaide's public transport network. Key focus areas include the electrification of the Outer Harbor and Belair rail lines, upgrades to the Adelaide Railway Station hub to resolve capacity bottlenecks, and the implementation of the City of Adelaide Integrated Transport Strategy (ITS) endorsed in July 2025. The program aims to support projected growth of 670,000 residents by 2051 through enhanced service frequencies, digital signaling (ETCS), and improved first/last mile access within the CBD.
2,405 residents of Blackwood (SA) are employed, from a labour force of 2,439. Unemployment sits at 1.4%, with participation at 65.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,424, about 78% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
Detail
The local labour force displays strong educational attainment alongside a substantial presence in essential public services, an unemployment rate standing at only 1.4%, and annual job growth estimated at 4.4% via AreaSearch statistical area syntheses. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 2,405, while the jobless rate was 2.4% below the 3.8% registered across Greater Adelaide. Labour force participation aligns closely with the Greater Adelaide benchmark of 66.4%. In addition, 18.3% of workers indicated working from home in Census filings, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions during that period must be noted.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, together with professional & technical services. Representation in education & training is especially prominent, exceeding regional norms by 1.6 times. In contrast, manufacturing employs 4.1% of local workers, tracking below the regional level of 7.0%. Given the discrepancy between Census resident worker numbers and local job counts, the residential area provides relatively few employment opportunities internally. Analysis of aggregated ABS and SALM metrics by AreaSearch indicates that over the twelve months leading to March 2026, total employed persons expanded by 4.4% while the overall workforce grew by 4.0%, lowering the local unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. Across Greater Adelaide, employment rose by 4.2% and the labour force by 4.0%, corresponding to a 0.2 percentage point decline in joblessness. Broader industry outlooks from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide context on potential future employment demand. These national projections model 6.6% growth over five years and 13.7% over ten years across all industries. When matched against the local occupational structure, projected five-year and ten-year job growth reaches 7.1% and 14.6% respectively, based on simple illustrative sector weighting without local population adjustments.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Blackwood (SA) is $1,715 a week (about $89,000 a year), with median personal income at $869 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,389 a year against an average of $67,856. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
Detail
Postcode-level ATO statistics from AreaSearch for financial year 2023 place local earnings in line with nationwide averages, showing a median income of $54,389 and an average income of $67,856. In Greater Adelaide, corresponding benchmarks sit at $54,808 for median income and $66,852 for average income. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% following financial year 2023, modelled benchmarks for March 2026 reach approximately $59,920 (median) and $74,757 (average). Findings from the 2021 Census position family, personal, and household earnings around the 54th percentile nationally. The most prominent weekly income band is $1,500 - 2,999, accounting for 28.6% of residents (1,252 residents), comparable to 31.8% regionally.
Households retain 87.4% of earnings following housing obligations, supporting solid financial capacity, while the area sits in the 7th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Blackwood (SA) had 1,731 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 80% detached houses and 15% apartments. 41% are owned with a mortgage, 15% rented and 43% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $330 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 19.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
Detail
According to the most recent Census, the local housing mix consisted of 80.0% standalone houses and 20.0% other dwellings including townhouses, units, and apartments, compared with 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings across greater Adelaide. Outright ownership reached 43.3%, substantially outpacing metropolitan levels, while 41.3% of homes carried a mortgage and 15.4% were occupied by renters. The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,733, exceeding the Adelaide metro benchmark of $1,562, while median weekly rent was $330 compared to $320 regionally. Relative to the Australian medians of $1,863 for mortgages and $375 for rent, local mortgage costs sit lower and rents are markedly more affordable.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Blackwood (SA) counted 1,731 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 31% are couples with children, against 29% couples without children. 28% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
Detail
Family arrangements represent the vast majority of local households at 69.5%, consisting of 30.6% couples with children, 28.5% couples without children, and 9.4% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 30.5%, comprising single-person households at 28.4% and group shared arrangements at 1.8%. The median household size is 2.4 people, slightly below the 2.5 person average found across Greater Adelaide.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
42.4% of adults in Blackwood (SA) hold a university qualification, including 25.4% with a bachelor degree and 11.3% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 81% of areas nationally. A further 18.0% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 84 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,097 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
Detail
Tertiary attainment among residents aged 15+ is exceptionally strong at 42.4%, well above the 25.7% recorded statewide across SA and 28.1% across the SA4 region. Such high qualifications provide an excellent foundation for participation in the knowledge economy. Bachelor degrees represent the largest tertiary share at 25.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 11.3% and graduate diplomas at 5.7%. Vocational qualifications are also widespread, with 28.5% of residents aged 15+ possessing technical training, comprising 18.0% with certificates and 10.5% with advanced diplomas. Current learning engagement is robust, with 26.3% of the resident population enrolled across educational pathways.
This cohort includes 9.6% attending primary schools, 6.6% in secondary schools, and 5.4% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Public transport in Blackwood (SA) reaches 32 stops on 32 routes, timetabled for about 960 services a week. The typical home sits about 280 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
Detail
Public transit infrastructure comprises 32 operational train and bus boarding locations across the area. Across 32 distinct routes, the transit network provides 957 weekly scheduled journeys. Proximity to transit is favourable, with residents situated an average distance of 279 meters from the closest stop. Outbound commuting is standard for this residential market, with private motor vehicles being the primary mode for 84% of commuters and rail serving 8%. Private vehicle rates stand at 1.4 per household. Furthermore, 18.3% of the workforce worked remotely from home at the time of the 2021 Census, subject to potential COVID-19 influences.
Across all transit routes, scheduling delivers an average of 136 daily services, translating to roughly 29 weekly departures per stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
64.9% of residents in Blackwood (SA) report no long-term health condition. 5.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.1 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
Detail
AreaSearch evaluations of chronic condition incidence and mortality statistics show favourable health outcomes locally, with both younger and older cohorts displaying a low incidence of typical medical ailments. In addition, private health insurance coverage stands at approximately 54% of the population (~2,357 people), marginally above the broader SA2 average. The most frequently reported health conditions are mental health disorders (9.5%) and arthritis (9.3%), while 64.9% of residents stated they had no long-term medical conditions, compared to 67.9% throughout Greater Adelaide. Health indicators for the working-age population track near standard benchmarks.
Those aged 65 and over constitute 25.3% of the population (1,108 people), exceeding the 19.1% proportion seen across Greater Adelaide. Health metrics for older residents track above average, aligning closely with national health rankings for the general public.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Blackwood (SA) is largely Australian-born, at 78.1% of residents, with 8.0% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (35.6%) and Australian (24.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
Detail
Cultural metrics align broadly with regional patterns, with 78.1% of the population born in Australia, 93.6% holding Australian citizenship, and 92.0% communicating solely in English at home. Christianity forms the largest religious affiliation, representing 35.3% of residents. The most noticeable relative variance is seen in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the local community, matching the 0.1% observed across Greater Adelaide. Examining parental country of birth, the primary ancestry groups recorded are English at 35.6% (compared to the regional level of 27.8%), Australian at 24.2%, and Scottish at 8.5%. Other ancestries showing notable variations from regional norms include German at 6.3% (vs 5.1% regionally), Polish at 1.1% (vs 1.0%), and French at 0.6% (vs 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Blackwood (SA) is 45, older than 80% of areas nationally. 21.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
Detail
The local age distribution skews older than the broader metropolitan area. Based on estimates updated to August 2026, seniors and retirees aged 65+ make up 25.3% of residents compared to 19.1% across Greater Adelaide, whereas the 25 - 44 cohort represents 22.0% locally against 28.9% regionally. The estimated median age as at August 2026 is 45, unchanged from the 2021 Census figure and sitting 6 years above the Greater Adelaide median of 39 recorded at that Census. Nationally, the median age at that Census stood at 38. Since the Census, the 65+ cohort has increased from 24.0% to an estimated 25.3% of the community and is projected to experience the largest demographic expansion by 2041, increasing by 220 (20%) to reach 1,328.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Blackwood (SA)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 5 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 10 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (4,266 at the 2021 Census → 4,381 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL40119). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.