Elizabeth Grove

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

As per ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation for the broader area, the estimated population of the suburb of Elizabeth Grove is around 2,748 as of Feb 2026. This represents an increase of 217 people (8.6%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,531 people. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimated resident population of 2,720 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 17 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,130 persons per square kilometer, above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's 8.6% growth since census is within 0.4 percentage points of the state (9.0%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 85.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia 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, with adjustments made using a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Future trends indicate a significant population increase in the top quartile of Australian statistical areas, with the suburb expected to grow by 887 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 30.2% in total over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, shows Elizabeth Grove has seen approximately 7 new homes approved each year over the past five financial years, totalling around 35 homes. As of FY26, 10 approvals have been recorded. On average, these new homes accommodate about 4.2 new residents per year, indicating supply may not meet demand, potentially leading to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average construction cost value for new homes is approximately $282,000.

This financial year has seen around $75.1 million in commercial approvals registered, reflecting high levels of local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Elizabeth Grove records significantly lower building activity, which is about 85.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction often reinforces demand and pricing for existing homes. Furthermore, this level is also lower than the national average, suggesting market maturity and possible development constraints. New development in the area primarily consists of detached dwellings (78.0%) and medium to high-density housing (22.0%), maintaining Elizabeth Grove's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space.

The location currently has approximately 333 people per dwelling approval, indicating potential room for growth. Population forecasts suggest Elizabeth Grove will gain around 830 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, potentially exacerbating buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Elizabeth Grove has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 16thth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified seven projects expected to impact this region. Notable projects include Playford Health Hub, Lyell McEwin Hospital Expansion, Lionsgate Business Park, and Barrow Crescent Reserve Upgrade. The following list details those likely most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Elizabeth Grove face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Elizabeth Grove has a balanced workforce across white and blue collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors prominent. The unemployment rate was 20.7% in September 2025, reflecting an employment growth of 3.2% over the preceding year, according to AreaSearch data aggregation. As of that date, 741 residents were employed while the unemployment rate stood at 16.8%, significantly higher than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation was lower in Elizabeth Grove at 44.6%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 66.4%. Only 2.1% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts may have influenced this figure. Leading employment industries among residents were health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. The area had a notable specialization in manufacturing, with an employment share 1.9 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services were under-represented at 2.1% of Elizabeth Grove's workforce compared to Greater Adelaide's 7.3%. Employment opportunities locally appeared limited, as indicated by the difference between Census working population and resident population counts. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 3.2%, while labour force grew by 1.6%, causing a reduction in unemployment rate of 1.2 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Adelaide recorded employment growth of 3.0% over the same period, with labour force growing by 2.9% and unemployment falling by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer insights into potential future demand within Elizabeth Grove. These projections suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with differing growth rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Elizabeth Grove's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 5.6% over five years and 12.3% over ten years. However, it is important to note that these figures are based on simple weighting extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest data for financial year ending June 2023 shows median income in Elizabeth Grove is $43,119 and average income is $47,284. This is lower than Greater Adelaide's median of $54,808 and average of $66,852. By September 2025, estimated median income would be approximately $46,913 and average income $51,445, based on an 8.8% Wage Price Index growth since June 2023. The 2021 Census reports incomes in Elizabeth Grove are among the lowest nationally, with household, family, and personal incomes all below the 1st percentile. Income analysis reveals that 33.4% of residents earn between $400 and $799 weekly, compared to the regional dominance of the $1,500 - $2,999 band at 31.8%. This indicates a significant proportion of lower-income residents, with 48.5% earning less than $800 per week. Housing affordability is severely strained, with only 77.1% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking in the 2nd percentile nationally.

Elizabeth Grove displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Elizabeth Grove's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 43.5% houses and 56.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In contrast, Adelaide metro had 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Elizabeth Grove stood at 18.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 21.4% and rented ones at 60.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,075, lower than Adelaide metro's $1,562. The median weekly rent was $225, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Elizabeth Grove's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,075 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Elizabeth Grove features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 57.0% of all households, including 19.9% couples with children, 16.5% couples without children, and 18.8% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 43.0%, with lone person households at 40.0% and group households comprising 3.1% of the total. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Elizabeth Grove faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 7.5%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common (5.3%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.3%) and graduate diplomas (0.9%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 34.3% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications.

Advanced diplomas account for 6.1%, while certificates make up 28.2%. Educational participation is high, with 34.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.1% in primary education, 9.7% in secondary education, and 2.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Elizabeth Grove has 18 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 18 different routes that collectively facilitate 863 weekly passenger trips. The average distance from residents' homes to the nearest transport stop is 170 meters, indicating excellent transport accessibility in the area. As a predominantly residential zone, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport, used by 91% of residents, while buses are used by 7%. On average, there are 0.8 vehicles per dwelling in Elizabeth Grove, which is below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a relatively low 2.1% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 123 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 47 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Elizabeth Grove is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Elizabeth Grove faces significant health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low at approximately 46% of the total population (around 1,257 people), compared to 52.7% in Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues, affecting 13.4% of residents, and arthritis, impacting 10.4%. Conversely, 55.7% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 67.9% in Greater Adelaide. Working-age residents face notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 15.5% of residents aged 65 and over (425 people), lower than the 19.3% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Elizabeth Grove was found to have a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 30.2% of its population born overseas and 23.8% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Elizabeth Grove, comprising 39.1% of the population. However, Islam is notably overrepresented compared to Greater Adelaide, making up 6.3% of Elizabeth Grove's population versus the regional average of 3.0%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (27.5%), Australian (26.8%), and Other (18.3%), which is significantly higher than the regional average of 9.7%. Notably, Russian (0.4% vs 0.3%), Australian Aboriginal (4.1% vs 1.2%), and German (4.2% vs 5.1%) ethnic groups are also overrepresented compared to regional averages.

Elizabeth Grove's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Elizabeth Grove is 36 years, which is slightly below Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years and also slightly below Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Elizabeth Grove has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (15.4%) but fewer residents aged 75-84 (4.4%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 35-44 has increased from 11.9% to 13.0%, while the population aged 25-34 has decreased from 13.4% to 12.4%. By the year 2041, Elizabeth Grove's age composition is projected to change significantly. Notably, the 45-54 age group is expected to grow by 50%, increasing from 291 people to 436.