Goodwood (SA)

Goodwood has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Goodwood (SA) is around 3,104, reflecting a 10.0% increase since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 2,823 people. This growth was inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 3,090 following examination of ABS' latest ERP data release in June 2024 and validation of five new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3,373 persons per square kilometer, placing Goodwood in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's growth rate exceeded both the SA3 area (6.6%) and the state level, marking it as a regional growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 99.0% of overall 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, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb is expected to grow by 178 persons to reach 3,282 by 2041, reflecting an anticipated decrease of 0.5% in total over the 17 years.

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

Goodwood recorded approximately 16 residential properties granted approval annually, with around 80 homes approved between the financial years FY-21 to FY-25. In FY-26 so far, 33 residential properties have been approved. Over these five financial years, an average of 0.3 new residents per year per dwelling constructed was observed.

This suggests that supply is meeting or exceeding demand, offering greater buyer choice and supporting potential population growth above projections. The average construction value for new properties in Goodwood is $576,000, indicating a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In FY-26, there have been $3.2 million in commercial approvals, suggesting limited commercial development focus relative to residential activity. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Goodwood records 78% more construction activity per person.

New building activity comprises approximately 53% detached houses and 47% townhouses or apartments, offering a blend of attached housing types across various price ranges. The location has around 214 people per dwelling approval, indicating room for population growth. Population projections suggest stability or decline, which may reduce housing demand pressures in Goodwood, benefiting potential buyers.

Goodwood has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 22ndth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified two projects likely affecting this region: The Locale (Forestville Project) and Goodwood Oval Sporting Precinct Revitalisation. Other notable projects include Carmelite Retirement Living and Tram Grade Separation Projects, with the following list highlighting those most relevant.

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The labour market strength in Goodwood positions it well ahead of most Australian regions

Goodwood's workforce is highly educated with significant representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 2.4% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.8%. As of September 2025, 1,780 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.6% lower than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation was 69.0%, close to Greater Adelaide's 66.4%. According to Census responses, 16.0% of residents worked from home. Leading employment industries were health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services, with the latter showing strong specialization at 1.7 times the regional level. Conversely, construction had lower representation at 4.2% compared to the regional average of 8.7%.

Many residents commuted elsewhere for work based on Census data. Over a 12-month period ending in May-25, employment increased by 2.8% alongside labour force growth of the same rate, keeping unemployment relatively stable at 3.0%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 14.6% over ten years. Applying these projections to Goodwood's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, considering the industry-specific growth rates.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 shows median income in Goodwood at $60,779 and average income at $88,747. This contrasts with Greater Adelaide's figures of a median income of $54,808 and an average income of $66,852. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% from financial year ending June 2023 to September 2025, estimated current incomes would be approximately $66,128 (median) and $96,557 (average). According to the 2021 Census, personal income ranks at the 79th percentile ($1,006 weekly), while household income is at the 60th percentile. Income brackets indicate that 32.0% of residents (993 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, similar to the regional trend of 31.8%. After housing expenses, 85.8% of income remains for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

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

In Goodwood, as per the latest Census evaluation, 58.9% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 41.1% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This contrasts with Adelaide metro's figures of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Goodwood stood at 34.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 28.9% and rented ones at 36.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, exceeding Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. The median weekly rent in Goodwood was $355, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Goodwood's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 63.2% of all households, including 25.5% couples with children, 27.9% couples without children, and 7.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 36.8%, with lone person households at 30.6% and group households comprising 6.5%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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

In Goodwood, the educational attainment is notably higher than broader averages. Specifically, 54.2% of residents aged 15 years and above possess university qualifications, compared to South Australia's (SA) average of 25.7% and Greater Adelaide's average of 28.9%. This indicates a significant educational advantage for Goodwood residents, positioning them well for knowledge-based opportunities. The distribution of these qualifications is as follows: Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 32.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (16.2%) and graduate diplomas (5.9%).

Vocational pathways account for 20.0% of qualifications among those aged 15 years and above, with advanced diplomas comprising 9.3% and certificates making up 10.7%. Educational participation is notably high in Goodwood, with 27.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.6% pursuing tertiary education, 8.0% in primary education, and 5.4% engaged in secondary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in Goodwood indicates that there are fifteen active transport stops operating within the area. These stops offer a mix of train, light rail, and bus services. They are served by twenty-three individual routes, collectively facilitating 3,294 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport is rated as good, with residents typically located 226 meters from their nearest transport stop. As Goodwood is primarily residential, most residents commute outward. The car remains the dominant mode of transportation at 69%, while cycling accounts for 8% and bus travel for 7%.

The average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 1.0, which is below the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, some 16.0% of residents work from home, a figure that may reflect COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 470 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 219 weekly trips per individual stop.

Goodwood's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

AreaSearch's assessment shows Goodwood's health outcomes are outstanding. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 62% of the total population (1,924 people), compared to 52.7% in Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common conditions, affecting 9.3 and 7.1% respectively. 70.4% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.9% in Greater Adelaide. Under-65s have better than average health outcomes. The area has 20.1% of residents aged 65 and over (623 people). Seniors' health outcomes are particularly strong, broadly in line with national rankings.

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

Goodwood's population shows high cultural diversity, with 28.2% born overseas and 21.7% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Goodwood, accounting for 37.4%. Hinduism, at 2.7%, is slightly overrepresented compared to Greater Adelaide's 2.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (25.9%), Australian (19.5%), and Other (9.0%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences: Polish (1.7% vs regional 1.0%), Greek (5.3% vs 2.0%), and Russian (0.6% vs 0.3%) are overrepresented in Goodwood.

Goodwood's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Goodwood is 40 years, similar to Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years, but somewhat older than Australia's median age of 38 years. The 65-74 age group constitutes 11.5% of the population in Goodwood, higher than Greater Adelaide's percentage. Conversely, the 15-24 cohort makes up 10.6%, lower than Greater Adelaide's figure. According to data from the 2021 Census, the 75-84 age group has increased from 4.5% to 6.4% of Goodwood's population, while the 45-54 cohort has decreased from 13.6% to 12.6%. By 2041, forecasts indicate significant demographic changes in Goodwood. Notably, the 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 34%, reaching 266 people from 198, leading the demographic shift. The combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 99% of total population growth, reflecting Goodwood's aging demographic profile. Conversely, the 5-14 and 0-4 cohorts are projected to experience population declines.