Glandore

An assessment of population growth drivers in Glandore reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Glandore is around 3,556, reflecting a 16.9% increase since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 3,041 people. This increase was inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 3,342 as of June 2024 and an additional 14 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio is 3,323 persons per square kilometer, placing Glandore in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Glandore's growth exceeded both the state (9.0%) and Greater Adelaide figures, marking it as a regional growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 89.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. Population projections for the suburb are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for SA2 areas, and SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections for other areas post-2032.

Considering these projections, an above median population growth is projected for the suburb, with an expected increase of 638 persons to 2041, reflecting an 8.2% total increase over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Glandore when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis shows Glandore has around 21 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past 5 financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, approximately 109 homes were approved, with a further 15 approved in FY-26. On average, about 2 people move to the area per new home constructed over these years, indicating healthy demand.

The average construction cost of new homes is around $350,000, higher than regional norms, reflecting quality-focused development. This financial year has seen $13.5 million in commercial approvals, demonstrating moderate levels of commercial development. Recent construction comprises 48.0% detached houses and 52.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a shift from the current housing pattern of 64.0% houses. With around 163 people per dwelling approval, Glandore shows characteristics of a growth area.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Glandore is expected to grow by 292 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Glandore has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 19thth percentile nationally

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The labour market in Glandore shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Glandore has an educated workforce with key sectors well represented. Its unemployment rate was 2.9% in the past year, with estimated employment growth of 4.1%. By September 2025, 1,945 residents were employed at a 1.0% lower unemployment rate than Greater Adelaide's 3.9%.

Workforce participation was 69.8%, close to Greater Adelaide's 66.4%. Only 12.5% of residents worked from home. Dominant sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. Professional & technical services have a high share at 1.3 times the regional level, while manufacturing is lower at 4.9% compared to the regional average of 7.0%.

The area offers limited local employment opportunities. Over one year, employment increased by 4.1%, labour force by 3.8%, reducing unemployment by 0.3 percentage points. Greater Adelaide had employment growth of 3.0% and a 0.1 percentage point drop in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Glandore's mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.4% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

The suburb of Glandore has a median taxpayer income of $53,227 and an average income of $62,361, based on the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. This is lower than the national average, with Greater Adelaide having a median income of $54,808 and an average income of $66,852 in the same period. By September 2025, current estimates suggest the median income will be approximately $57,911 and the average income will be around $67,849, accounting for a Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census figures, incomes in Glandore rank modestly, with household, family, and personal incomes all between the 47th and 49th percentiles. The largest income segment comprises 29.7% of residents earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly. After accounting for housing costs, 85.5% of income remains for other expenses. Glandore's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

Glandore's dwelling structure in its latest Census report showed 63.6% houses and 36.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Adelaide metro's 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Glandore was at 31.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 32.5% and rented ones at 35.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,907, higher than Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. Median weekly rent in Glandore was recorded at $290, lower than Adelaide metro's figure of $320. Nationally, Glandore's mortgage repayments were above the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Glandore features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 62.6% of all households, including 28.5% couples with children, 23.3% couples without children, and 9.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 37.4%, with lone person households at 31.1% and group households making up 6.4% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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

Educational attainment in Glandore is notably high, with 40.0% of residents aged 15 years and over holding university qualifications. This compares favourably to the state average of 25.7% and the Greater Adelaide average of 28.9%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 27.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 8.9% and graduate diplomas at 4.1%. Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 25.8% of residents holding such qualifications.

Advanced diplomas account for 10.0% and certificates for 15.8%. Educational participation is high, with 30.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.3% in tertiary education, 7.8% in primary education, and 7.6% pursuing secondary education.

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

Glandore has 15 operational public transport stops offering a mix of lightrail and bus services. These stops are served by 26 different routes, collectively facilitating 3,094 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 182 meters to the nearest stop. The area is predominantly residential, with most commuters traveling outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation at 74%, followed by buses at 8% and cycling at 3%. Each dwelling averages 1.2 vehicles, below the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, a relatively low 12.5% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 442 trips per day, equating to approximately 206 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Glandore is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Glandore shows superior health outcomes based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Both younger and older age groups have low incidence of common health issues. Around 52% (~1,837 people) have private health cover, which is relatively low. Mental health problems and arthritis are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 8.4% and 7.2% of residents respectively. About 70.9% report no medical ailments, compared to 67.9% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among working-age individuals are typical. The area has 15.6% (554 people) aged 65 and over, lower than the 19.3% in Greater Adelaide. Seniors' health outcomes are notably strong, ranking higher nationally than the general population.

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

Glandore's population showed higher cultural diversity than most nearby markets, with 28.4% born overseas and 25.1% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Glandore, accounting for 43.1%. Hinduism stood out as overrepresented, comprising 5.3%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 2.8%.

The top three ancestral groups were English (24.6%), Australian (21.4%), and Other (10.5%). Notably, Greeks were more prevalent in Glandore at 4.8% than regionally at 2.0%, Germans at 5.6% compared to 5.1%, and Poles at 0.9% versus 1.0%.

Glandore's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

Glandore's median age is 39 years, aligning with Greater Adelaide's average of 39 and closely matching Australia's median of 38. The 25-34 cohort in Glandore is over-represented at 17.2%, compared to Greater Adelaide's average, while the 75-84 age group is under-represented at 4.0%. Post-2021 Census, the 25-34 age group grew from 16.5% to 17.2%, and the 55-64 cohort decreased from 14.0% to 13.1%. By 2041, demographic modeling predicts significant changes in Glandore's age profile. The 45-54 cohort is projected to grow by 18%, adding 84 residents for a total of 547. Conversely, the 0-4 group is expected to contract by 0 residents.