Colonel Light Gardens

Colonel Light Gardens has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

As of Nov 2025, the estimated population for the Colonel Light Gardens statistical area (Lv2) is around 3,357. This figure reflects an increase of 46 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,311. The current estimate is based on AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and their examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024. This results in a population density ratio of 2,165 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth in the area during recent periods.

For projections, AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia's projections for each SA2 area, 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. Future population growth is anticipated to be at the lower quartile level nationally, with the area expected to expand by 65 persons to reach a total of 3,422 by 2041, reflecting an increase of 1.6% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Colonel Light Gardens, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Colonel Light Gardens has received approximately 2 dwelling approvals per year based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers. Over the past 5 financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 12 homes were approved, with 1 more approved in FY-26 so far.

On average, about 1.6 people have moved to the area annually for each dwelling built during these years. This balance between supply and demand supports stable market conditions. The average construction value of new properties is $412,000, indicating a focus on premium segment development. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Colonel Light Gardens has seen significantly reduced construction activity, with 79.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing homes, although building activity has increased recently.

The area's maturity and possible planning constraints contribute to this below-average national construction level. All approved constructions since FY-21 have been detached houses, maintaining Colonel Light Gardens' traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes. The location currently has approximately 1114 people per dwelling approval, indicating an established market. Future growth is projected at 54 residents by 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current development levels appear aligned with future requirements, maintaining stable market conditions without significant price pressures.

Colonel Light Gardens has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 31stth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified five projects expected to influence the region. Notable initiatives include Springbank Road Pedestrian Actuated Crossing, SA Health's Building a Bigger Health System in the South (Daw Park Urgent Care Hub and other upgrades), Believe Housing Australia's Panorama Apartments, and New Hospital and Allied Centre at Repat Health Precinct. The following details projects most likely to be relevant.

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The exceptional employment performance in Colonel Light Gardens places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Colonel Light Gardens has an educated workforce with strong professional services representation. Its unemployment rate was 1.8% in September 2025, lower than Greater Adelaide's 3.9%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.1%. Workforce participation is high at 72.4%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 61.7%. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. Education & training has particularly high representation, at 1.4 times the regional level.

Manufacturing shows lower representation at 5.2% versus the regional average of 7.0%. Employment opportunities may be limited locally as indicated by Census data. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 3.1%, while labour force grew by 3.2%, keeping unemployment broadly flat. In contrast, Greater Adelaide saw employment growth of 3.0% and labour force growth of 2.9%, with a slight drop in unemployment. State-level data to 25-Nov shows SA employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, with an unemployment rate of 4.0%. National forecasts from May-25 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 14.3% over ten years. Applying these projections to Colonel Light Gardens's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.4% over ten years, assuming constant population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 shows Colonel Light Gardens' median income at $65,159 and average income at $84,115. This compares to Greater Adelaide's median of $54,808 and average of $66,852. By September 2025, estimated incomes are approximately $70,893 (median) and $91,517 (average), based on an 8.8% Wage Price Index growth since financial year ending June 2023. The 2021 Census figures rank Colonel Light Gardens' household, family, and personal incomes between the 82nd and 90th percentiles nationally. Income brackets indicate that 30.2% of locals (1,013 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly category, aligning with the regional average of 31.8%. Notably, 41.5% earn above $3,000 weekly. After housing costs, residents retain 88.8% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Colonel Light Gardens is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Colonel Light Gardens' dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 91.2% houses and 8.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Adelaide metro's 78.8% houses and 21.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Colonel Light Gardens was 41.9%, matching the Adelaide metro figure, with mortgaged dwellings at 46.5% and rented ones at 11.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,173, above Adelaide metro's average of $1,992. Median weekly rent was $400 compared to Adelaide metro's $335. Nationally, Colonel Light Gardens' mortgage repayments were higher at $2,173 against Australia's average of $1,863, while rents stood at $400 above the national figure of $375.

Colonel Light Gardens features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 82.2% of all households, including 45.8% couples with children, 26.9% couples without children, and 8.6% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 17.8%, with lone person households at 16.3% and group households comprising 1.5% of the total. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.6.

Educational achievement in Colonel Light Gardens places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Educational attainment in Colonel Light Gardens is notably higher than broader benchmarks. As of the latest data, 41.7% of residents aged 15 and above hold university qualifications, compared to 25.7% in South Australia (SA) as a whole and 28.1% in the SA4 region. This educational advantage is largely driven by Bachelor degrees, which are held by 27.0% of residents, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 9.0%, and graduate diplomas at 5.7%. Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 27.0% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (15.6%).

Educational participation is high in the area, with 32.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.6% in primary education, 10.2% in secondary education, and 6.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Colonel Light Gardens has 22 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are serviced by 22 different routes that collectively facilitate 1,788 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility to these stops is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 168 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 255 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 81 weekly trips per individual stop.

Colonel Light Gardens's residents are extremely healthy with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Colonel Light Gardens.

Younger cohorts particularly exhibit very low prevalence of common health conditions. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 60% of the total population, which comprises 2,020 people. The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and arthritis, impacting 7.4 and 7.0% of residents respectively. A total of 72.6% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.3% across Greater Adelaide. Colonel Light Gardens has 15.1% of residents aged 65 and over, which totals 506 people, lower than the 21.2% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors are above average but require more attention than the broader population.

Colonel Light Gardens ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Colonel Light Gardens, surveyed in terms of cultural diversity, had 85.5% of its population born in Australia, 95.2% being citizens, and 91.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 45.3%. Judaism, however, was overrepresented at 0.2%, compared to the Greater Adelaide average of 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (30.9%), Australian (26.5%), and Scottish (7.9%). Notably, Polish (1.2% vs regional 1.0%), German (6.0% vs 5.9%), and Hungarian (0.4% vs 0.3%) ethnicities showed higher representation than the Greater Adelaide average.

Colonel Light Gardens's median age exceeds the national pattern

Colonel Light Gardens has a median age of 42, which is higher than Greater Adelaide's figure of 39 and significantly higher than the national norm of 38. The age group of 45-54 years shows strong representation in Colonel Light Gardens at 16.1%, compared to Greater Adelaide, while the 25-34 age group is less prevalent at 7.9%. According to the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 3.8% to 4.6% of the population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 age group has decreased from 17.5% to 16.1%. Demographic modeling indicates that Colonel Light Gardens' age profile will change significantly by 2041. The 75 to 84 age group is projected to grow by 33%, adding 50 people, reaching 205 from the current 154. The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above comprising 73% of the projected growth. Meanwhile, the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 age groups are expected to experience population declines.