Fullarton

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

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validations, the Fullarton statistical area's population was estimated at 4,879 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 379 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,500. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 4,721 residents following examination of ABS ERP data released in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3,614 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Fullarton's growth of 8.4% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area's growth of 6.5%. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration.

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, South Australian Government's Regional/LGA projections are adopted with adjustments made using weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. Considering projected demographic shifts, the Fullarton (SA2) is expected to increase by just below the median of statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch, expanding by 613 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total increase of 9.4% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Fullarton according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data shows Fullarton has seen around 14 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years ending FY25. This totals an estimated 72 homes. So far in FY26, 8 approvals have been recorded. On average, each dwelling adds approximately 2.3 new residents per year over these five years, indicating healthy demand which supports property values.

New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost of $879,000, suggesting developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties. This financial year has seen $11.0 million in commercial approvals registered, reflecting steady commercial investment activity. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Fullarton's development levels per person are similar, supporting market stability aligned with regional patterns. However, this is lower than nationally, indicating market maturity and possible development constraints.

Recent construction comprises 56.0% detached dwellings and 44.0% townhouses or apartments, providing options across different price points from family homes to more affordable compact living. With around 324 people per approval, Fullarton reflects a transitioning market. AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate projects Fullarton's population to grow by 460 residents through to 2041, with building activity keeping pace with growth projections despite potential heightened competition as the population grows.

Fullarton has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 24thth percentile nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified seven projects potentially affecting this region. Notable ones are: 12-16 Glen Osmond Road Mixed-Use Development, Highgate Village Streetscape Upgrade, 23 Riverdale Road Residential Development, and 322-324 Fullarton Road Townhouses. The following list details those most relevant.

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The employment environment in Fullarton shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Fullarton has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 3.3% as of the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 3.0%.

As of September 2025, there were 2,428 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.6% below Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation was somewhat lower at 57.5%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 61.7%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training sectors. The area shows particular strength in professional & technical employment, with a share 1.7 times the regional level.

In contrast, construction employs only 5.5% of local workers, compared to Greater Adelaide's 8.7%. The worker-to-resident ratio was 0.6 at the Census, indicating higher than average local employment opportunities. Over the past year, employment increased by 3.0%, while the labour force grew by 3.2%, causing a rise in unemployment rate of 0.3 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Adelaide where employment rose by 3.0%, labour force grew by 2.9%, and unemployment fell by 0.1 percentage points. State-level data as of 25-Nov shows SA employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, with an unemployment rate of 4.0%. This compares favourably to the national unemployment rate of 4.3%, with SA's employment growth outpacing the national average of 0.14%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Fullarton's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.2% over five years and 14.8% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

The suburb of Fullarton had one of the highest income levels in Australia according to AreaSearch data aggregated from the latest ATO figures for the financial year ended June 2023. The median income among taxpayers was $53,472 and the average income stood at $84,361. These figures compared to Greater Adelaide's median of $54,808 and average of $66,852 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since June 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $58,178 (median) and $91,785 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Fullarton were at the 52nd percentile nationally. Income analysis showed that the largest segment was 27.5% earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, with 1,341 residents falling into this category. This was consistent with broader trends across the metropolitan region where 31.8% fell into the same income bracket. Housing affordability pressures were severe in Fullarton, with only 84.7% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 47th percentile nationally. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 8th decile.

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

Fullarton's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 49.5% houses and 50.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Adelaide metro's figures of 59.2% houses and 40.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Fullarton stood at 35.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 30.3% and rented ones at 34.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, lower than Adelaide metro's average of $2,167. Weekly rent median in Fullarton was $345, compared to Adelaide metro's $350. Nationally, Fullarton's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,000 versus Australia's average of $1,863, while rents were lower at $345 against the national figure of $375.

Fullarton features high concentrations of lone person households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 61.3% of all households, including 27.9% couples with children, 24.1% couples without children, and 8.6% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 38.7%, with lone person households at 35.4% and group households making up 3.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.3 people, which aligns with the Greater Adelaide average.

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

In Fullarton, 49.5% of residents aged 15 and above have university qualifications, exceeding the state (SA) average of 25.7% and the Greater Adelaide average of 28.9%. The area's educational attainment is notably high with bachelor degrees being the most common at 30.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 14.4% and graduate diplomas at 4.7%. Vocational pathways account for 21.3% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 10.5% and certificates at 10.8%. Educational participation is high, with 30.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 10.3% in primary education, 8.9% in tertiary education, and 6.6% pursuing secondary education.

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

The analysis shows ten active transport stops operating within Fullarton. These stops service a mix of bus routes, totaling 23 different routes providing 1,328 weekly passenger trips collectively. Transport accessibility is rated good with residents typically located 234 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 189 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 132 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Fullarton is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Fullarton faces significant health challenges, with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 60% of the total population (2941 people), compared to 68.0% across Greater Adelaide.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 8.8 and 8.8% of residents respectively. However, 66.5% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.9% across Greater Adelaide. The area has 26.6% of residents aged 65 and over (1297 people), which is higher than the 22.6% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

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

Fullarton's population was found to be more culturally diverse than most local markets, with 30.5% born overseas and 23.7% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Fullarton, making up 45.7% of its population. Notably, Judaism is overrepresented compared to Greater Adelaide, comprising 0.2% versus 0.2%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (27.1%), Australian (20.1%), and Other (9.7%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences in representation: Sri Lankan at 0.7% (vs regional 0.3%), German at 5.5% (vs 5.7%), and Greek at 2.6% (vs 4.0%).

Fullarton hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age in Fullarton is 44 years, which exceeds Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years and is also higher than Australia's median age of 38 years. In comparison to the Greater Adelaide average, the cohort aged 85 and above is notably over-represented at 6.3% locally, while those aged 25-34 are under-represented at 10.6%. According to the 2021 Census, the population aged 15-24 has increased from 10.9% to 12.9%, whereas the 85+ cohort has decreased from 7.2% to 6.3%. Population forecasts for Fullarton in 2041 indicate significant demographic changes, with the 85+ age cohort projected to grow by 198 people (65%), from 307 to 506. The aging population trend is evident, as those aged 65 and above are expected to comprise 66% of the projected growth. Conversely, the cohorts aged 35-44 and 65-74 are anticipated to experience population declines.