Gulfview Heights

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

As of November 2025, the estimated population of Gulfview Heights is around 3,652. This figure represents a decrease of 22 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 3,674. The latest estimate by AreaSearch, based on examination of the ABS ERP data release from June 2024 and additional validated new addresses, shows a resident population of 3,647. This results in a population density ratio of approximately 1,020 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. The primary driver of population growth in the suburb was overseas migration, contributing about 62.0% 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, based on 2021 data and released in 2023. These projections have been adjusted employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Future population trends indicate lower quartile growth for statistical areas across the nation. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, Gulfview Heights is expected to increase by 153 persons to 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 6.4% over the 17-year period.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Gulfview Heights has averaged approximately 6 new dwelling approvals each year over the past 5 financial years, totalling an estimated 34 homes. So far in FY-26, 2 approvals have been recorded. Each dwelling is estimated to accommodate around 2.5 new residents per year on average over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), reflecting robust demand that underpins property values. New homes are being built at an average construction cost value of $329,000, aligned with broader regional development.

Additionally, $306,000 in commercial approvals have been registered this financial year, demonstrating the area's residential nature. Relative to Greater Adelaide, Gulfview Heights has around half the rate of new dwelling approvals per person, placing it among the 26th percentile of areas assessed nationally, indicating more limited choices for buyers and supporting demand for existing dwellings. This is similarly under the national average, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations. New building activity shows 86.0% standalone homes and 14.0% attached dwellings, preserving the area's suburban nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers.

With around 620 people per dwelling approval, Gulfview Heights reflects a highly mature market. Future projections show Gulfview Heights adding approximately 233 residents by 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Construction is maintaining a reasonable pace with projected growth, although buyers could encounter growing competition as population increases.

Gulfview Heights has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 47thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified five projects that could affect this region. Key projects are The Heights Estate Para Hills, Springbank Waters Residential Estate, Main North Road and Target Hill Road Junction Upgrade, and Para Hills Community Hub. Relevant details for these projects follow.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Gulfview Heights performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Gulfview Heights has a skilled workforce with notable representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 0.9% as of June 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 2.3% over the past year.

The area's unemployment rate is below Greater Adelaide's rate of 4.0%, and its workforce participation is higher at 68.8%. Residents are primarily employed in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Construction stands out with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance shows lower representation at 14.6% compared to the regional average of 17.7%.

The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over a 12-month period ending June 2025, employment increased by 2.3%, while labour force increased by 2.0%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.2 percentage points. This compares to Greater Adelaide where employment grew by 2.1%, labour force expanded by 2.1%, and unemployment rose marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Gulfview Heights' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch aggregated latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022. Gulfview Heights had a median income among taxpayers of $57,617 and an average income of $65,333. Nationally, the median was $54,988 and the average was $67,510. In Greater Adelaide, the median was $52,592 and the average was $64,886. As of September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $65,009 (median) and $73,715 (average), based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Gulfview Heights were at the 57th percentile nationally. Income analysis showed that 34.5% of residents (1,259 individuals) had incomes between $1,500 and $2,999, similar to the regional average of 31.8%. After housing costs, residents retained 89.6% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 6th decile.

Gulfview Heights is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Gulfview Heights' dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 97.3% houses and 2.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other'). In comparison, Adelaide metro had 83.9% houses and 16.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Gulfview Heights was 41.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 48.3% and rented ones at 9.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, higher than Adelaide metro's $1,300. The median weekly rent was $350, compared to Adelaide metro's $300. Nationally, Gulfview Heights' mortgage repayments were lower at $1,517 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were also lower at $350 compared to the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 84.8% of all households, including 42.6% couples with children, 30.6% couples without children, and 10.4% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 15.2%, with lone person households at 14.7% and group households comprising 0.8%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.7.

Educational outcomes in Gulfview Heights fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 19.0%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 13.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 36.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (9.5%) and certificates (27.4%).

Educational participation is high at 26.0%, comprising 9.0% in primary, 8.2% in secondary, and 5.2% in tertiary education. Gulfview Heights Primary School serves the area with an enrollment of 399 students as of a recent date. The school focuses exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available nearby. School places per 100 residents (10.9) are below the regional average (13.9), indicating some students may attend schools in adjacent areas.

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

Gulfview Heights has 12 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 16 different routes that together facilitate 983 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically living within 292 meters of the nearest stop.

On average, there are 140 daily trips across all routes, equating to about 81 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Gulfview Heights is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Gulfview Heights shows superior health outcomes with low prevalence rates for common conditions across both younger and older age groups. Its private health cover rate is approximately 53% (~1929 people), leading the average SA2 area but slightly below Greater Adelaide's 47.1%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (8.6%) and asthma (7.7%), with 69.5% of residents reporting no medical ailments, compared to 68.1% in Greater Adelaide. The area has a senior population of 17.0%, or 620 people aged 65 and over. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, mirroring the general population's health profile.

Gulfview Heights 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

Gulfview Heights had a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 25.2% of its population born overseas and 18.5% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Gulfview Heights, accounting for 53.5% of the population. The category 'Other' had a higher representation in Gulfview Heights at 2.0%, compared to 2.8% across Greater Adelaide.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (27.9%), Australian (23.2%), and Italian (8.8%), significantly higher than regional averages. Some ethnic groups showed notable differences: Polish was overrepresented at 1.2%, Russian at 0.7%, and Hungarian at 0.4%.

Gulfview Heights hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

The median age in Gulfview Heights is 41 years, which is higher than Greater Adelaide's average of 39 and exceeds the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 55-64 are particularly prominent at 15.5%, while the 25-34 group is smaller at 10.8% compared to Greater Adelaide. Between 2021 and present, the 35-44 age group has increased from 12.0% to 13.7%. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort has decreased from 15.1% to 14.0%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate that the 45-54 age cohort will increase significantly by 80 people (16%), growing from 511 to 592 residents. Conversely, the 65-74 group is projected to decrease by 4 residents.