Greenwith

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

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Greenwith is around 10,451, reflecting an increase of 348 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a growth rate of approximately 3.4%. The latest resident population figure was estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the ABS's ERP data release in June 2025 and validation of five new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,334 persons per square kilometer, which is higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The primary driver for this growth was overseas migration, contributing approximately 54.0% 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 used, released in 2023 based on 2021 data, with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Based on projected demographic shifts and aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb of Greenwith is expected to increase its population by approximately 737 persons to reach 2041. This projection reflects an overall gain of around 7.0% over the 16-year period.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows that Greenwith has had around 3 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past 5 financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, approximately 18 homes were approved, with another 3 so far in FY-26. This results in an average of about 16.8 new residents per year arriving for each dwelling constructed during this period.

However, supply is lagging demand, leading to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures, as new dwellings are developed at an average expected construction cost value of $240,000. In the current financial year, $4.0 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating limited focus on commercial development.

All new constructions have been standalone homes, maintaining Greenwith's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. The area has approximately 3446 people per dwelling approval, demonstrating an established market. Population forecasts indicate that Greenwith will gain around 737 residents by 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If current construction levels persist, housing supply could lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Greenwith has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 39thth percentile nationally

Seven projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to impact the area significantly. Key projects include Golden Grove Master Planned Stage 2, Golden Grove Neighbourhood Code Amendment (Stage 1), Golden Grove Park & Ride Facility, and Greenwith Primary School Major Upgrade. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Greenwith performing better than 85% of local markets assessed across Australia

Greenwith has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, with an estimated employment growth of 0.7% over the past year (AreaSearch aggregation). As of December 2025, 6,019 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 1.8% lower than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation in Greenwith is higher at 71.2%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 66.0%. According to Census responses, 10.0% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The area has a particularly strong specialization in public administration & safety, with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level.

In contrast, health care & social assistance employs only 14.8% of local workers, below Greater Adelaide's 17.7%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 0.7%, labour force by 0.9%, resulting in an unemployment rise of 0.2 percentage points (AreaSearch analysis). In comparison, Greater Adelaide recorded employment growth of 4.2% and a fall in unemployment by 0.3 percentage points over the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Greenwith. These projections estimate that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these industry-specific projections to Greenwith's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not consider localised population projections.

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 2023 shows Greenwith's median income among taxpayers is $58,242. The average income in the suburb is $68,536. Both figures are above Greater Adelaide's median of $54,808 and average of $66,852. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, estimates for March 2026 would be approximately $64,165 (median) and $75,506 (average). Census 2021 income data indicates Greenwith's incomes cluster around the 64th percentile nationally. The $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 33.7% of the community, with 3,521 individuals in this range. After housing costs, residents retain 87.6% of income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Greenwith is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

In Greenwith, as per the latest Census, 97.2% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 2.8% consisting of semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with Adelaide metro's figures of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Greenwith stood at 30.7%, mirroring Adelaide metro's rate, with mortgaged properties at 50.2% and rented ones at 19.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,621, exceeding the Adelaide metro average of $1,562. Median weekly rent in Greenwith was $320, aligning with Adelaide metro's figure but significantly lower than the national average of $375. Nationally, Greenwith's mortgage repayments were notably below the Australian average of $1,863.

Greenwith features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 78.3% of all households, including 39.7% couples with children, 25.6% couples without children, and 12.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for 21.7%, with lone person households at 20.6% and group households making up 1.0%. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Educational attainment in Greenwith aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 19.2%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 40.4% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (12.0%) and certificates (28.4%). Educational participation is high at 28.9%, with 11.2% in primary education, 8.4% in secondary education, and 4.8% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 28.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.2% in primary education, 8.4% in secondary education, and 4.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Greenwith has 48 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 12 different routes that together facilitate 649 weekly passenger trips. The average distance from a resident's home to the nearest transport stop is 169 meters, indicating excellent transport accessibility in the area. In this predominantly residential region, most commuters travel outward, with cars being the primary mode of transportation (91%), followed by buses at 8%. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling, which is higher than the regional norm. According to the 2021 Census, only 10% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Across all routes, an average of 92 trips are made daily, resulting in approximately 13 weekly trips per individual stop.

Greenwith's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Greenwith's health metrics are close to national benchmarks, according to AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Common health conditions are seen at a fairly standard level across both young and old age cohorts. Approximately 54% (~5,651 people) of the total population has private health cover, which is relatively high. The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 9.0 and 8.8% of residents respectively. 68.1% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide. Working-age residents show an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 16.3% (1,703 people) of residents aged 65 and over, which is lower than the 19.2% in Greater Adelaide. National rankings are broadly in line with the general population.

Greenwith ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Greenwith's population shows low cultural diversity, with 80.6% born in Australia and 94.3% being citizens. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.6%. Christianity is the predominant religion, practiced by 44.9%.

The 'Other' religious category comprises 0.6%, lower than Greater Adelaide's 1.8%. In terms of ancestry, English (34.3%) and Australian (27.3%) are most common, with Scottish at 6.6%. Some ethnic groups show notable differences: Polish is overrepresented at 1.4% vs regional 1.0%, German at 5.8% vs 5.1%, and Italian at 4.6% vs 5.2%.

Greenwith's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Greenwith, at 40 years, is comparable to Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years but somewhat older than Australia's median age of 38 years. The age group of 45-54 years has a strong representation in Greenwith with 14.4%, higher than that of Greater Adelaide. Conversely, the 25-34 age group is less prevalent at 10.3% in Greenwith compared to Greater Adelaide. Post-2021 Census data shows an increase in the 75-84 age group from 3.8% to 5.3%. Meanwhile, the 45-54 age group has decreased from 16.2% to 14.4%. Population forecasts for Greenwith indicate significant demographic changes by 2041. The 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 37%, adding 203 people, reaching a total of 757 from the previous 553. Notably, the combined age groups of 65 and above will account for 62% of the total population growth, reflecting Greenwith's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 5-14 age group is projected to decline by 30 people.