Suburb profile · Greater Adelaide
Craigburn Farm has an estimated 3,439 residents, up 11.0% since the 2021 Census, with 16 projects tracked in the area around Craigburn Farm.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 12 kilometres south from Adelaide CBD, the suburb of Craigburn Farm represents an affluent, high-growth community characterised by significant demographic expansion. As of the latest population estimate date of Aug 2026, the area is estimated to house approximately 3,439 residents based on AreaSearch's evaluation of annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) releases and quarterly national address updates. This reflects a substantial population gain of 340 people (11.0%) over the 3,099 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. The local demographic profile is distinguished by strong expansion patterns, an above-average household size, and a prominent middle-aged demographic, with notable representation among individuals aged 45 to 54 residing largely within married family households and couples with children.
The community features exceptional educational qualifications alongside a notable employment base in the utilities sector.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 12 kilometres south from Adelaide CBD, the suburb of Craigburn Farm represents an affluent, high-growth community characterised by significant demographic expansion. As of the latest population estimate date of Aug 2026, the area is estimated to house approximately 3,439 residents based on AreaSearch's evaluation of annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) releases and quarterly national address updates. This reflects a substantial population gain of 340 people (11.0%) over the 3,099 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. The local demographic profile is distinguished by strong expansion patterns, an above-average household size, and a prominent middle-aged demographic, with notable representation among individuals aged 45 to 54 residing largely within married family households and couples with children.
The community features exceptional educational qualifications alongside a notable employment base in the utilities sector.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,338 in 2006 and 3,432 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,439 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 45 to 54, 15.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 32.1%.
Craigburn Farm ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 99th for income.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Craigburn Farm is $740 a week, down 15.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 30% above Greater Adelaide.
30% above Greater Adelaide on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $588 in 2020, $740 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $740 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | -15.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $740 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | -15.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Mitcham | $579 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Mitcham, over 12 months | +9.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Adelaide - South | $598 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Adelaide - South, over 12 months | +7.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Adelaide | $570 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Adelaide, over 12 months | +6.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, SA | $546 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, SA, over 12 months | +6.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 9 tracked applications: 4 approved, 4 under assessment, 1 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 16 projects in and around Craigburn Farm, 3 of them under construction.
The Flinders Medical Centre Stage 1 Southern Redevelopment is a major $572 million public healthcare expansion delivered by Built Environs for SA Health and the Department for Infrastructure and Transport.
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.
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.
Watercourse rehabilitation works for Sauerbier Creek and Homestead Creek in Aberfoyle Park, funded by an additional AUD 1.83 million from the Australian Government Natural Heritage Trust under the Urban Rivers and Catchments Program and delivered by the City of Onkaparinga.
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.
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.
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.
Comprehensive upgrade of sporting and community amenities at Flagstaff Hill Recreation Ground delivered by the City of Onkaparinga. The project features upgraded clubroom and change facilities, enhanced playing surfaces and sports lighting, modernised playground equipment, and site-wide accessibility improvements.
A 650m extension of the former Tonsley rail line delivering the new Flinders Station next to Flinders Medical Centre and connecting the Flinders University precinct to the Adelaide rail network.
A $14 million facility upgrade completed in May 2022 including redevelopment of the performing arts centre with a 250-seat theatre, refurbishing existing buildings to create contemporary learning spaces and collaborative areas, creation of a new entrance and administration building, and enhanced indoor-outdoor learning environments.
A $1.61 million expansion of the Aberfoyle Community Centre completed in April 2025. The project added a new flexible open-plan building at the rear of the existing facility, featuring a versatile space for dance and messy activities, a youth pod with lowered ceiling and retractable curtains, and an art studio equipped with pottery kilns, wheels, moveable…
A residential development offering 56 new homes, including land for sale and house and land packages, designed for contemporary living.
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Estimated completion year of the 5 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 1, 2027 0, 2028 2, 2029 1, 2030 1. 3 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 9 substantial development applications lodged in and around Craigburn Farm over the past 5 years, 5 in the last 12 months; 4 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 3, 2023 0, 2024 0, 2025 0, 2026 (to Oct) 5.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 9 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 8.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 79th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 25 | ABS building approvals | 38th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Craigburn Farm include: Flinders Medical Centre Acute Services Building (Construction); Flinders Medical Centre Southern Redevelopment Stage 1 (Acute Services Building) (Construction); Living Choice Flagstaff Hill (Completed); SA Water Capital Work Delivery Contracts 2024-28 (Construction); and North South Corridor (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Craigburn Farm spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Residential Development, and Health & Medical, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Craigburn Farm currently ranks below national averages at the 22nd percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Craigburn Farm when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Craigburn Farm area has seen 33 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Craigburn Farm's current population of 3,439 has been supported by 25 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Craigburn Farm's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 25, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Craigburn Farm has grown by approximately 451 people, while 125 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Craigburn Farm lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,439 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +11.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 926 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 50th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +3.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,099 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 340 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.71 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Craigburn Farm was estimated to be approximately 3,439 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,432 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Craigburn Farm has added approximately 340 people and shown a 10.97% increase from the 3,099 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is estimated at 927 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Craigburn Farm has shown a compound annual growth rate of 3.9% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is driven by: Overseas migration (55.00000000000001%), Natural increase (32.0%), Interstate migration (13.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 55.00000000000001% of overall population gains.
Craigburn Farm's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 21.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 41 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Craigburn Farm at 41 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 41 years as at August 2026, Craigburn Farm is 2 years older than the Greater Adelaide 2021 Census average (39 years) and 3 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Craigburn Farm compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 15.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Craigburn Farm compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.3% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Craigburn Farm show significant variance compared to Greater Adelaide. The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (7.3% vs 14.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.8% of the population in the suburb of Craigburn Farm as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.7% of the population in the suburb of Craigburn Farm as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 1% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $78,047 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $96,935 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,944 | 2021 Census, weekly | 96th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,133 | 2021 Census, weekly | 87th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 49.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,111 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 7.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is approximately $83,620. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $78,047.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is approximately $103,856. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $96,935.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is approximately $83,620 compared to $62,352 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $78,047 and $58,197 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is approximately $103,856 compared to $76,380 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $96,935 and $71,290 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Craigburn Farm's households (~32.1% / 327 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is the $4000+ group, representing about 32.1% of households. In comparison, Greater Adelaide's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.8% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is $2,944/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is $3,111/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is $1,133/wk.
The suburb of Craigburn Farm's income level is extremely high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Craigburn Farm's median income among taxpayers is $78,047 and the average income stands at $96,935, which compares to figures for Greater Adelaide's of $58,197 and $71,290 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.14% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $83,620 (median) and $103,856 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is $11,273 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Craigburn Farm's disposable income is $11,273 compared to $5,698 for Greater Adelaide, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Craigburn Farm performing better than 99% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 0.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 71.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,989 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,577 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,003 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Craigburn Farm has approximately 1,989 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 0.7%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Craigburn Farm stands at 0.7%, which is 3.1 percentage points below Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (19.1% of employment), education & training (11.6%), and professional & technical (10.1%). Other significant employers include retail trade and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Craigburn Farm has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Adelaide saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is 71.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Adelaide average of 66.4%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of Craigburn Farm shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 10.1% of the local workforce compared to 7.3% across Greater Adelaide. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Craigburn Farm's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 0.5% decline, ranking 22nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Craigburn Farm demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 24.6% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 38.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 16.2% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 13.1% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 31.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
38.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Craigburn Farm have university qualifications, compared to 28.9% in Greater Adelaide.
31.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Craigburn Farm have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.0% in Greater Adelaide.
The suburb of Craigburn Farm ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Craigburn Farm are: Bachelor Degree (24.6%), Certificate (16.2%), Advanced Diploma (13.1%).
31.0% of the population in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.1% in primary school, 8.9% in secondary school, 6.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
Craigburn Farm features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Adelaide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.0 people | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 52.6% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.1% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 5.4% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,018 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,130 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 89.5% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Craigburn Farm had 1,018 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 11.0% to an estimated 1,130 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is 3.0 people. This compares to 2.5 in Greater Adelaide and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 89.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (9.0%), group households (1.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 911 family households, couples with children account for 52.6% of all households, couples without children at home 31.1%, and single parent families 5.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Adelaide, the suburb of Craigburn Farm shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 89.5% (versus 68.6% in Greater Adelaide). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 9.0% compared to 27.7% in Greater Adelaide. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Craigburn Farm have an average of 1.6 children, slightly above the Greater Adelaide average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 66.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 25.3% have never married. This compares to 45.7% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Adelaide.
Single-person households represent 9.0% of all households in the suburb of Craigburn Farm, notably lower than the average for Greater Adelaide of 27.7%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.4% of households, below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Craigburn Farm was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 27.5% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 14.3% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 85.7% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.7% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 72.5% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
Craigburn Farm was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 14.3% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 27.5% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Craigburn Farm, at 44.9% of people, although more residents (50.0%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.7% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Greater Adelaide.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Craigburn Farm are English, comprising 32.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 23.4% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 7.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Polish is notably overrepresented at 1.1% of Craigburn Farm (vs 1.0% across Greater Adelaide), Welsh at 0.8% (vs 0.6%) and South African at 1.0% (vs 0.3%).
27.5% of the suburb of Craigburn Farm population was born overseas, compared to 28.7% across Greater Adelaide.
14.3% of the population in the suburb of Craigburn Farm speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.2% in Greater Adelaide.
0.3% of the suburb of Craigburn Farm population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.2% in Greater Adelaide.
92.7% of the suburb of Craigburn Farm population holds citizenship, compared to 86.3% in Greater Adelaide.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Craigburn Farm is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 6.1% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 37.7% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 99.6% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,383 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 85th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 56.2% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 0.4% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $550 | 2021 Census, weekly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 30th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 18.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 9th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Craigburn Farm, 37.7% of homes are owned outright, 56.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 6.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 99.6% of dwellings in the suburb of Craigburn Farm are houses.
In the suburb of Craigburn Farm, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Craigburn Farm stands at 37.7%, compared to 32.1% in Greater Adelaide.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is $2,383, compared to $1,562 in Greater Adelaide.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is $1,484, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Craigburn Farm, households with mortgages typically spend 18.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.7% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Craigburn Farm is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Craigburn Farm shows mortgage holders spending 18.7% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Adelaide), while renters spend 18.7% of income on rent (vs 20.7% in Greater Adelaide).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Craigburn Farm consists of 99.6% detached houses, 0.4% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Craigburn Farm consumes approximately 11.6% of median household income ($12,748 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Craigburn Farm show attached dwellings contributing 11% of approvals compared to 0% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 89% of applications versus 100% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Craigburn Farm's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 63.9% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 72.1% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.6% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.4% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
Around 63.9% of people in the suburb of Craigburn Farm are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Greater Adelaide.
In the suburb of Craigburn Farm, 2.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.6% of people in Greater Adelaide require similar assistance.
8.0% of people in the suburb of Craigburn Farm are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.7% of the population across Greater Adelaide is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.9% of the suburb of Craigburn Farm population, while in Greater Adelaide, 4.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.9% of people in the suburb of Craigburn Farm have heart disease. Across Greater Adelaide,3.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Craigburn Farm, 63.9% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Adelaide sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 53.3%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 34 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 34th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 8 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 8th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 111 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 11th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 415 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 7 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 17.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 8 public transport stops within the suburb of Craigburn Farm.
The suburb of Craigburn Farm has 111 weekly trips across 7 routes, averaging 15 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 310 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 714 m away and the nearest school 773 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 8 stops nearby, 111 weekly trips, access rating 34 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 26 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 26th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 714 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 773 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 6.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 30 places in Craigburn Farm, about 5.4 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Craigburn Farm when compared nationally.
Craigburn Farm has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 22nd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Craigburn Farm is $740 a week, -15.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Craigburn Farm lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Craigburn Farm's median age exceeds the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 1% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Craigburn Farm performing better than 99% of local markets assessed across Australia.
Craigburn Farm demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Craigburn Farm features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Adelaide.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Craigburn Farm was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Craigburn Farm is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Craigburn Farm's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Craigburn Farm has an estimated 3,439 residents, up 11.0% since the 2021 Census, with 16 projects tracked in the area around Craigburn Farm.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Craigburn Farm.
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Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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 a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL40324). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Craigburn Farm from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Craigburn Farm with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
