Glynde

Population growth drivers in Glynde are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, as of Nov 2025, Glynde's estimated population is around 2,190. This reflects an increase of 88 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,102. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 2,103 residents following examination of ABS ERP data release in June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 2,329 persons per square kilometer, above national averages assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration primarily drove population growth in the Glynde statistical area (Lv2).

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, SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. Future population trends forecast a significant increase in the top quartile of statistical areas nationwide, with Glynde (SA2) expected to grow by 587 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 27.6% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Glynde 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 Glynde averaged approximately 7 new dwelling approvals annually over the past 5 financial years, totalling an estimated 37 homes. As of FY-26 so far, 5 approvals have been recorded. Over these 5 years (FY-21 to FY-25), there has been an average of 3.3 new residents per year for every home built, indicating demand significantly exceeds supply. New homes are being constructed at an average value of $505,000, suggesting a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties.

This financial year (FY-26), there have been $215,000 in commercial development approvals recorded, indicating minimal commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Glynde has roughly half the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 52nd percentile nationally, suggesting established nature and potential planning limitations. New building activity comprises 62.0% detached houses and 38.0% townhouses or apartments, offering choices across price ranges. The location has approximately 312 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low density market.

Population forecasts estimate Glynde will gain 605 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to meet population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Glynde has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 21stth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project likely affecting the area: East Marden Primary School Major Upgrades, Trinity Valley Stormwater Drainage Upgrade, Felixstow Intergenerational Community Centre, and Magill Campus Renewal Project are key projects, with the following list detailing those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Glynde maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Glynde has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 3.6% as of the past year, with estimated employment growth at 3.0%.

As of September 2025, Glynde's unemployment rate is 0.3% lower than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%, but workforce participation lags at 52.5%. Leading industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction shows strong specialization with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level, while health care & social assistance has lower representation at 14.2% compared to the regional average of 17.7%. The worker-to-resident ratio is 0.7, indicating local employment opportunities above the norm.

In the past year, employment increased by 3.0%, labour force grew by 2.9%, and unemployment fell by 0.1 percentage points. State-level data to 25-Nov shows SA employment growth at 1.19% year-on-year, with an unemployment rate of 4.0%. National forecasts suggest total employment will grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.4% over ten years in Glynde, though specific industry projections may vary.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that Glynde has an income below the national average. The median income is $46,095 and the average income is $63,589. In contrast, Greater Adelaide has a median income of $54,808 and an average income of $66,852. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Glynde would be approximately $50,151 (median) and $69,185 (average) as of September 2025. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family and personal incomes in Glynde fall between the 10th and 21st percentiles nationally. Income brackets indicate that the $400 - 799 bracket dominates with 27.6% of residents (604 people), differing from regional patterns where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 31.8%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Glynde, with only 77.9% of income remaining, ranking at the 7th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Glynde displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Glynde's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 59.9% houses and 40.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Adelaide metro had 51.7% houses and 48.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Glynde was 35.6%, mirroring Adelaide metro's rate. Remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (28.3%) or rented (36.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Glynde was $1,950, lower than Adelaide metro's $2,000. Median weekly rent in Glynde was $358, compared to Adelaide metro's $340. Nationally, Glynde's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,950 versus Australia's average of $1,863, while rents were lower at $358 compared to the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 55.2% of all households, including 20.7% couples with children, 24.9% couples without children, and 8.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 44.8%, with lone person households at 39.8% and group households comprising 4.9%. The median household size is 2.1 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.2.

Glynde 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 31.4%, significantly lower than the SA3 area average of 46.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.6%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 26.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.1%) and certificates (16.5%). A substantial 23.5% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, with 7.7% in primary, 5.9% in tertiary, and 4.8% in secondary education.

A substantial 23.5% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 7.7% in primary education, 5.9% in tertiary education, and 4.8% pursuing secondary education.

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

Glynde has ten active public transport stops in operation, serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are served by fifteen different routes that together facilitate 1,102 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as good, with residents on average located 221 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 157 transport trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 110 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Glynde faces significant health challenges, with various conditions affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover stands at approximately 52% of Glynde's total population (~1,141 people), higher than Greater Adelaide's average of 62.2%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (11.7%) and mental health issues (7.2%). Conversely, 62.1% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 70.4% in Greater Adelaide. Glynde has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 32.1% (702 people), compared to Greater Adelaide's 20.9%. Health outcomes among seniors are broadly aligned with the general population's health profile.

Glynde 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

Glynde has a high level of cultural diversity, with 34.6% of its population born overseas and 31.8% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Glynde, making up 57.5% of people, compared to 46.4% across Greater Adelaide. The top three ancestry groups in Glynde are English (20.6%), Italian (20.2%), and Australian (17.4%).

Notably, German ancestry is overrepresented at 6.9%, French at 0.8%, and Korean at 0.9%.

Glynde hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age in Glynde is 44 years, which is notably higher than Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years and also above the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Adelaide, the cohort aged 85 and over is significantly more represented in Glynde at 12.6%, while those aged 55 to 64 are under-represented at 7.6%. The concentration of those aged 85 and over is well above the national average of 2.2%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the population share of those aged 25 to 34 has grown from 14.1% to 15.4%, while the share of those aged 35 to 44 increased from 12.3% to 13.6%. Conversely, the share of those aged 45 to 54 has declined from 11.0% to 9.5%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Glynde, with the cohort aged 85 and over projected to grow significantly by 208 people (75%), from 275 to 484. The aging population trend is clear, with those aged 65 and over comprising 54% of this projected growth.