Eyre

Eyre lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

As of Nov 2025, the estimated population of the suburb of Eyre is around 1,556, reflecting a significant increase since the 2021 Census. This growth of 443 people, representing a 39.8% rise from the previous population count of 1,113, was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 83.0%. The estimated resident population (ERP) of 1,266, used in this inference and released by the ABS in June 2024, includes validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 656 persons per square kilometer. Eyre's growth rate exceeded both the state average (7.1%) and metropolitan area figures, positioning it as one of the region's growth leaders. AreaSearch projects the suburb to grow by 908 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total gain of 55.1% over the 17-year period.

These projections are adopted from ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for covered areas, and adjustments made using weighted aggregation methods for years post-2032 or areas not covered by this data. For such areas, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category, released in 2023 based on 2021 data, are adopted with necessary adjustments.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers from statistical area data shows Eyre had around 53 new homes approved per year over the past five financial years. This totals an estimated 267 homes. As of FY-26, 22 approvals have been recorded. On average, each dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25 accommodated approximately two new residents.

The average construction value for new properties was $356,000. In FY-26, $9.0 million in commercial approvals were registered. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Eyre had 152.0% more development activity per person as of the latest data. New building activity comprised 98.0% standalone homes and 2.0% attached dwellings. With around 20 people per dwelling approval, Eyre exhibited growth area characteristics.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Eyre is projected to add 858 residents by 2041. Current construction levels are expected to meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Eyre has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 43rdth percentile nationally

Area infrastructure significantly impacts performance. AreaSearch identified six key projects expected to affect the area: St Andrews Estate, Northern Adelaide Irrigation Scheme (NAIS) by SA Water, Healthia Health and Education Hub, and Tudor Vale Shopping Centre.

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Eyre has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Eyre has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, prominent in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 4.5% as of June 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 0.8% over the past year.

This is based on AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of June 2025722 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate at 4.5%, which is 0.5% higher than Greater Adelaide's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation in Eyre stands at 77.0%, significantly higher than Greater Adelaide's 61.7%. Key employment sectors for residents include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade.

Manufacturing shows notable concentration with employment levels at 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, education & training has lower representation at 4.5% compared to the regional average of 9.3%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. Over a 12-month period ending June 2025, employment increased by 0.8% while labour force grew by 1.7%, leading to an unemployment rate rise of 0.9 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Adelaide saw employment grow by 2.1%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (Sep-22) project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Eyre's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only and does not account for localised population projections.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2022, Eyre had a median income among taxpayers of $67,277 with the average level standing at $76,127. This is well above national averages and compares to levels of $52,592 and $64,886 across Greater Adelaide respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year ended June 2022, current estimates would be approximately $75,909 (median) and $85,894 (average) as of September 2025. From the Census conducted in August 2021, personal income ranks at the 70th percentile ($921 weekly), while household income sits at the 46th percentile. Income analysis reveals that 44.0% of the population (684 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, mirroring the region where 31.8% occupy this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 81.8% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 45th percentile.

Eyre is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

In Eyre, as per the latest Census evaluation, dwelling structures consisted of 98.8% houses and 1.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Adelaide metro's 83.7% houses and 16.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Eyre was at 8.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 74.4% and rented ones at 17.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,446, surpassing Adelaide metro's average of $1,300. The median weekly rent figure in Eyre was recorded at $335, compared to Adelaide metro's $265. Nationally, Eyre's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 77.1% of all households, including 35.7% couples with children, 26.4% couples without children, and 13.2% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 22.9%, with lone person households at 20.4% and group households comprising 2.0%. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.6.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 15.0%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (0.4%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 46.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (9.5%) and certificates (37.4%). Educational participation is high at 29.5%, comprising primary education (10.4%), secondary education (5.3%), and tertiary education (4.0%).

Schools appear to be located outside the immediate catchment boundaries, necessitating families to access them in neighboring areas.

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

Transport analysis shows seven active stops operating within Eyre. These stops offer mixed bus services. Two routes serve these stops, collectively offering 55 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located 309 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages seven trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately seven weekly trips per individual stop.

Eyre's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Health outcomes data shows exceptional results throughout Eyre, with younger age groups notably having a very low prevalence of common health conditions. Approximately 57% (~887 people) of the total population has private health cover, compared to 47.2% in Greater Adelaide.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 9.1 and 9.0% of residents respectively. A significant majority, 75.0%, report being completely free from medical ailments, higher than the 63.4% reported across Greater Adelaide. Eyre has a lower percentage of seniors aged 65 and over at 3.1% (48 people), compared to Greater Adelaide's 13.3%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those in the broader population.

Eyre was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Eyre's population has a higher overseas-born percentage, 22.4%, compared to most local markets. At home, 22.0% speak languages other than English. Christianity is the predominant religion in Eyre, with 31.3%.

Buddhism's representation in Eyre is notably higher at 3.8%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 2.0%. The top three ancestral groups are English (28.9%), Australian (24.8%), and Other (14.1%). Some ethnic groups show significant differences: Welsh (0.9% vs regional 0.5%), Hungarian (0.5% vs 0.2%), and Filipino (2.5% vs 1.0%) are overrepresented in Eyre.

Eyre hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Eyre has a median age of 27, which is younger than Greater Adelaide's figure of 39 and significantly lower than the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Eyre has a higher percentage of residents aged 25-34 (30.6%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (1.4%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is notably higher than the national average of 14.5%. Between 2021 and present, the percentage of residents aged 35 to 44 has increased from 13.4% to 14.8%. Conversely, the percentage of residents aged 55 to 64 has decreased from 7.3% to 5.0%, and the percentage of those aged 65 to 74 has dropped from 2.6% to 1.4%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate that Eyre's age structure will experience significant shifts. The number of residents aged 25 to 34 is projected to increase by 183 people (39%), rising from 476 to 660.