Glenelg South

Glenelg South is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, as of Nov 2025, Glenelg South's estimated population is around 2,441. This reflects an increase of 257 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,184. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 2,352 residents following examination of ABS' June 2024 ERP data release and address validation since the Census date. Glenelg South's population density is 3,643 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch assessments. The area's growth rate of 11.8% since the 2021 census exceeded both its SA4 region (7.3%) and SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader. Overseas migration was the primary driver of 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 by this data and years post-2032, SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category are adopted, adjusted using weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. Looking ahead, Glenelg South is projected to have above median population growth nationally, with an expected increase of 403 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 11.5% over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers from statistical area data indicates Glenelg South experienced approximately 13 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 66 homes. In FY26 so far, nine approvals have been recorded. Over these five years (FY21 to FY25), an average of 1.3 people moved to the area per dwelling built. This suggests supply and demand are well-matched, maintaining stable market dynamics.

The average construction value for new properties is $631,000, indicating a focus on premium segment development. Commercial approvals this financial year amount to $3.0 million, suggesting limited commercial development focus. Glenelg South's construction rates per person are similar to Greater Adelaide's, supporting market stability in line with regional patterns. Recent construction comprises 42.0% standalone homes and 58.0% townhouses or apartments, offering affordable entry pathways for downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers.

Glenelg South has around 192 people per dwelling approval, indicating growth area characteristics. Population forecasts suggest Glenelg South will gain 281 residents by 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Glenelg South has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 27thth percentile nationally

No changes can significantly impact an area's performance like alterations to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of zero projects likely to affect this area. Notable projects include Tram Grade Separation at Marion Road and Cross Road in Plympton, the River Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Project, 12-storey Residential Tower In Glenelg, and Solana Glenelg. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Glenelg South ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Glenelg South has an educated workforce with strong representation in essential services. Its unemployment rate was 2.4% as of September 2025, lower than Greater Adelaide's 3.9%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.3%. Workforce participation was 57.7%, slightly below Greater Adelaide's 61.7%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. The area specializes in rental, hiring & real estate services, with an employment share 2.4 times the regional level.

Manufacturing employs only 4.6% of local workers, below Greater Adelaide's 7.0%. Employment opportunities appear limited locally, as indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 4.3%, while labour force grew by 3.6%, reducing unemployment by 0.5 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Adelaide recorded employment growth of 3.0% with a 0.1 percentage point reduction in unemployment. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 shows South Australia's employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, outperforming the national average of 0.14%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Glenelg South's industry mix suggests local employment could grow by 6.8% in five years and 13.9% in ten years, assuming constant population projections.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows median income in Glenelg South at $55,336 and average income at $78,039. This is higher than Greater Adelaide's median of $54,808 and average of $66,852. By September 2025, with an 8.8% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023, estimated median income would be approximately $60,206 and average income $84,906. Census 2021 data shows personal income ranks at the 65th percentile ($889 weekly) and household income at the 39th percentile. Income distribution shows that 29.7% of residents (724 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, similar to surrounding regions with 31.8%. Housing affordability is severe, with only 84.4% of income remaining, ranking at the 40th percentile. Glenelg South's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Glenelg South, as per the latest Census, consisted of 38.5% houses and 61.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Adelaide metro had 52.9% houses and 47.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Glenelg South was at 37.3%, with the rest either mortgaged (24.3%) or rented (38.5%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,000, higher than Adelaide metro's average of $1,950. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $340, matching Adelaide metro's figure. Nationally, Glenelg South's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 56.3% of all households, including 18.5% couples with children, 30.2% couples without children, and 6.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 43.7%, with lone person households at 39.9% and group households comprising 3.8%. The median household size is 2.0 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.2.

Glenelg South demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Educational attainment in Glenelg South is notably higher than broader averages. Specifically, 38.0% of residents aged 15 years and above possess university qualifications, compared to the state average of 25.7% and the SA4 region's 28.1%. This high level of educational attainment indicates a strong foundation for knowledge-based opportunities in the area. Breaking down these figures, bachelor degrees are the most common at 26.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.9%).

Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 29.4% of residents aged 15 years and above holding such qualifications. This includes advanced diplomas (13.0%) and certificates (16.4%). Additionally, a significant proportion of Glenelg South's population is actively engaged in formal education. Specifically, 22.9% of the population are pursuing educational opportunities, with 6.9% enrolled in tertiary education, 6.3% in primary education, and 5.8% pursuing secondary education.

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

Analysis of public transport in Glenelg South indicates nine active stops currently operating. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, totaling eleven individual routes. The combined weekly passenger trips facilitated by these routes amount to 558.

Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically situated 178 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 79 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 62 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Glenelg South is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Glenelg South faces significant health challenges, as indicated by its health data.

Both younger and older age groups show a high prevalence of common health conditions. The area has a notably high rate of private health cover, at approximately 58% (~1,411 people). The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 10.6% of residents) and mental health issues (7.7%). In comparison to Greater Adelaide, fewer residents in Glenelg South report being completely clear of medical ailments (62.3%, compared to 65.9%). The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over (33.5%, or 817 people), compared to the overall Greater Adelaide figure of 28.3%. Health outcomes among seniors in Glenelg South present similar challenges to those seen in the general population's health profile.

In terms of cultural diversity, Glenelg South records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Glenelg South had a higher than average cultural diversity, with 10.6% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home and 24.4% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Glenelg South, accounting for 48.3% of the population. However, the most notable overrepresentation was seen in the 'Other' category, which comprised 1.1% of the population compared to 0.8% across Greater Adelaide.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (32.8%), Australian (23.0%), and Irish (9.4%). Notably, Welsh (0.9%) was overrepresented compared to the regional average of 0.7%, as were Russian (0.7% vs 0.3%) and German (6.2% vs 5.5%) residents.

Glenelg South ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Glenelg South's median age is 52 years, which is significantly older than Greater Adelaide's median age of 39 years and higher than the Australian median age of 38 years. The age profile shows that the 75-84 year-old group constitutes 12.0%, while the 5-14 year-old group comprises 6.5%. This is compared to Greater Adelaide's population, where the 75-84 year-olds make up 9% and the 5-14 year-olds are 10%. The concentration of 75-84 year-olds in Glenelg South is well above the national average of 6.0%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 75-84 age group has grown from 10.0% to 12.0%, while the 55-64 age group has declined from 15.2% to 13.4%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests that Glenelg South's age profile will change significantly. The 85+ age cohort is projected to expand by 97% from 163 people to 322 people. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 87% of the population growth, indicating a trend towards demographic aging. Meanwhile, both the 55-64 and 0-4 age groups are expected to decrease in number.