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Hackham West has an estimated 3,757 residents, up from 3,620 at the 2021 Census — a change of 137 people, or 3.8%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years. That puts 1,888 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to evaluations of ABS population numbers for the surrounding region and subsequent address validations by AreaSearch following the Census, the suburb of Hackham West has a population estimated at 3,757 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 137 people (3.8%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 3,620 individuals. This shift is derived from a resident population of 3,747 estimated by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ERP release from the ABS, combined with 13 validated new addresses identified after the Census. This population level yields a density of 1,887 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure for national localities analyzed by AreaSearch.
The suburb of Hackham West's post-census growth of 3.8% lags the SA3 region (5.8%) by 2.0 percentage points, showing competitive local demand. The main driver of population gains was overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 50.0% of the overall increases, though natural growth and interstate migration also remained positive. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are utilized for SA2 areas. For locations lacking this data and for periods after 2032, regional and LGA projections by age bracket released in 2023 based on 2021 data are applied using a weighted aggregation method from LGA to SA2 levels. Looking to future demographic patterns, the suburb of Hackham West is projected to experience growth slightly below the median of areas assessed by AreaSearch. Aggregated SA2 projections indicate an addition of 290 persons by 2041, representing a total gain of 7.5% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
32 new dwellings have been approved in Hackham West over the past five years, an average of 6 a year. That is 1.7 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 5, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis of statistical area building approvals indicates that approximately 6 dwellings receive development consent each year in Hackham West, resulting in an estimated 32 homes approved over the past 5 financial years. In FY-26 so far, 5 approvals have been documented. Since an average of 3.3 people arrived in the area for every home constructed between FY-21 and FY-25, demand continues to outpace supply. This imbalance generally drives prices upward and intensifies buyer competition, while new homes average $266,000 in construction value. Additionally, this financial year has seen $2,000 in commercial approvals, underscoring the residential focus of the neighborhood.
Building volumes in Hackham West are significantly lower than the Greater Adelaide average, sitting 64.0% below the regional per capita figure. This limited construction typically sustains demand and valuations for the existing housing stock. Construction rates also sit below the national average, reflecting the established status of the neighborhood and potential zoning constraints. All recent residential building approvals have been for detached houses, reinforcing a traditional suburban layout focused on spacious family living. Developers are building a higher proportion of houses than the existing stock reflects (80.0% at Census), showing sustained demand for detached designs. There are approximately 623 people for every dwelling approval, indicating a mature market. Forecasts suggest the area will add 280 residents by 2041 compared to the most recent quarterly estimate. If current building rates persist, residential supply may fail to meet population growth, which could increase buyer competition and support stronger price appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Hackham West. A further 13 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.89 billion. 3 are already under construction and 4 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, residential development and health & medical. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects and planning changes significantly impact area performance. One project has been identified as having a potential local impact. Notable developments include the Noarlunga Master Planning Housing Project, the Pine Reserve Development - Aberfoyle Park, the Noarlunga Residential Development, and Stage 1 of the Main South Road Duplication - Aldinga Project.
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Noarlunga Master Planning Housing Project
A 22-hectare master-planned residential development delivering more than 626 new homes across two land parcels on either side of Lovelock Drive in Port Noarlunga and Noarlunga Downs. The project features a minimum of 28% affordable and social housing (including 80 social housing dwellings), and 12.5% new public open space with a target of 25% overall tree canopy. Designed by Holmes Dyer, the development targets a 5-Star Green Star Communities rating. Civil works by Winslow Constructors commenced in 2025, with house construction planned to begin in 2026 and first residents expected by end of 2026.Multiple sales releases are underway including the Wirra and Kauwi Releases. The community will become home to approximately 1,200 residents over a 7-10 year delivery period through to 2031.
Pine Reserve Development - Aberfoyle Park
Open space development at Pine Reserve funded through Federal Government Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program. Includes playground upgrades, walking paths, landscaping and community gathering spaces.
Noarlunga Hospital Mental Health Expansion
$74M State Election commitment delivering new 24-bed Mental Health Rehabilitation Service and additional mental health facilities. Expanding critical healthcare services for southern Adelaide communities with specialized treatment capabilities.
YAS Property Development - Morphett Vale Project
Proposed residential development in Morphett Vale featuring modern family homes with sustainable design principles. YAS Property & Development was founded in 2015 by Adelaide-based businessman and entrepreneur Tim Shahin. The company focuses largely on sub-divisions and unique housing developments and is one of the fastest-growing property development companies in South Australia.
Onkaparinga Heights
A 235-hectare masterplanned community in Adelaide's southern suburbs delivering approximately 2,000 to 2,300 new homes. The project includes a 67.6-hectare site managed by Renewal SA, partnered with YAS Property & Development to deliver 1,000 homes, alongside adjacent private developments. The community features a minimum of 20% affordable housing, sustainable urban design, and high connectivity via the Southern Expressway. Civil works commenced in late 2025, with first home constructions slated for late 2026.
Noarlunga Hospital Expansion
The $74 million Noarlunga Hospital expansion, part of the Southern Redevelopment Stage 1, was officially completed in November 2025. This project increased the hospital's capacity by over 65 per cent, growing from 92 to 152 beds. Key additions include a new 24-bed General Medicine Ward and a purpose-built 24-bed Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit. The redevelopment also delivered an expanded SA Pharmacy, enhanced kitchen and linen facilities, and additional dedicated car parking. The design features a facade inspired by the local coastline and incorporates sustainable elements and cultural flora relevant to the Kaurna community.
Woodcroft College Campus Expansions
Independent Anglican co-educational school serving ELC to Year 12. Major educational facility with modern learning environments, sports facilities and technology centers. Ongoing campus improvements to support growing student population.
Colonnades Shopping Centre Ongoing Upgrades
Major regional shopping centre serving southern suburbs with ongoing upgrades and expansions. Key retail hub featuring department stores, supermarkets, specialty shops and dining options with improved facilities and customer amenities.
1,434 residents of Hackham West are employed, from a labour force of 1,681. Unemployment sits at 14.7%, with participation at 53.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,008, about 80% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce features a mix of blue and white collar positions, with a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate of 14.7%, and an estimated job growth rate of 5.6% over the preceding year. As of March 2026, there are 1,434 working residents. The unemployment rate is 10.9% higher than the Greater Adelaide rate of 3.8%, pointing to potential for labor market improvement, while participation is notably low at 53.2% compared to the metropolitan average of 66.6%. Census data showed that a low 5.8% of residents worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic lockdowns.
Local employment is largely concentrated in retail trade, health care & social assistance, and construction. The retail sector shows a high concentration, with its share of employment sitting at 1.4 times the regional average. In contrast, technical and professional services are underrepresented, accounting for 2.7% of workers compared to the Greater Adelaide average of 7.3%. The discrepancy between the working population and local residents suggests that this residential area provides relatively few local job opportunities. Labor data indicates that in the year ending March 2026, employment grew by 5.6% and the local labor force expanded by 4.5%, leading to a decrease of 0.9 percentage points in the unemployment rate. Over the same period, Greater Adelaide recorded a 4.2% rise in employment and a 4.0% increase in the labor force, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point decline in unemployment. National employment forecasts from May-25 offer additional context for future demand. These projections, spanning five and ten years, have been applied to the local workforce structure. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary by sector. Projecting these industry trends onto the local workforce mix suggests employment growth of 6.2% over five years and 13.2% over ten years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Hackham West is $928 a week (about $48,000 a year), with median personal income at $496 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $38,675 a year against an average of $43,897. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest ATO tax data for financial year 2023, taxpayers in Hackham West recorded a median income of $38,675 and an average income of $43,897. These figures sit below national benchmarks, compared to a median of $54,808 and an average of $66,852 for Greater Adelaide. Accounting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, updated estimates for March 2026 stand at approximately $42,608 for the median and $48,361 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in the area fell between the 1st and 3rd percentiles nationally.
The largest income group contains 31.7% of taxpayers earning between $400 - 799 weekly (1,190 residents), while the metropolitan area is led by the $1,500 - 2,999 range at 31.8%. The proportion of lower-income earners (42.7% below $800/week) indicates limited household budgets for many. Housing costs present a significant challenge, with only 80.3% of income remaining after housing expenses, placing the area in the 3rd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Hackham West had 1,483 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 80% detached houses and 4% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 43% rented and 25% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $238 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,083 a month. Rent absorbs 25.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in the area at the time of the latest Census consisted of 79.9% houses and 20.1% alternative dwellings like apartments or semi-detached units, compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings across Greater Adelaide. The home ownership rate was 24.9%, which is lower than the metropolitan average, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (32.6%) or renters (42.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,083, which is below the metropolitan average, while the median weekly rent was $238, compared to Greater Adelaide figures of $1,562 and $320.
Nationally, mortgage costs in the area are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent payments are below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Hackham West counted 1,483 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 18% are couples with children, fewer than in 91% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 35% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 61.8% of local households, consisting of couples with children at 18.3%, couples without children at 21.3%, and single parent households at 20.3%. The remaining 38.2% are non-family households, which include lone person households at 34.7% and group households at 3.8%. The median household size of 2.3 people is slightly below the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
8.7% of adults in Hackham West hold a university qualification, including 6.6% with a bachelor degree and 1.1% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 96% of areas nationally. A further 34.2% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 120 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 886 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The region shows lower levels of higher education, with university graduation rates at 8.7% compared to the national average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are held by 6.6% of residents, while postgraduate qualifications account for 1.1% and graduate diplomas represent 1.0%. Technical and vocational credentials are common, with 41.7% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (7.5%) and certificates (34.2%). Enrolment in education is high, with 27.3% of the population participating in formal study. This comprises 11.7% in primary school, 6.8% in high school, and 2.7% attending tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Hackham West reaches 22 stops on 12 routes, timetabled for about 890 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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The local transit network features 22 active bus stops. These stops are served by 12 distinct routes, which accommodate 886 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 197 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, with 88% of commuters traveling by car. Vehicle ownership is 1.1 cars per household, below the metropolitan average. A lower rate of 5.8% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Transit service frequency averages 126 daily trips across the network, which translates to approximately 40 weekly trips per stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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52.7% of residents in Hackham West report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 96% of areas nationally. 11.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 44.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Local health profiles indicate significant challenges based on mortality and chronic illness rates, with various conditions affecting both older and younger residents. Private health insurance coverage is low, with approximately 44% of the population (~1,668 people) holding coverage. This compares to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%. The most frequent health issues reported by residents were mental health conditions at 14.7% and arthritis at 11.3%, while 52.7% reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.9% in Greater Adelaide. The working-age cohort experiences high rates of chronic health issues.
Seniors aged 65 and over represent 19.5% of the population (732 people), and health outcomes in this age bracket are generally in line with national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Hackham West is largely Australian-born, at 81.9% of residents, with 5.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (34.2%) and Australian (30.4%). 3.4% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity measures are below average, with citizenship at 88.1%, Australian-born residents at 81.9%, and households speaking only English at 94.2%. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 34.9% of the population. The most pronounced religious overrepresentation is Judaism at 0.1%, matching the Greater Adelaide average of 0.1%. Regarding parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are English at 34.2% (above the regional average of 27.8%), Australian at 30.4% (above the regional average of 22.8%), and Scottish at 6.2%. Other groups show variations, with German backgrounds at 5.1% (matching the regional 5.1%), Welsh at 0.7% (compared to 0.6% regionally), and Dutch at 1.7% (compared to 1.2% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Hackham West is 41. 25.7% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 41 years is slightly higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and the national average of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is relatively large (12.2%), while the 85+ cohort is smaller (1.0%) than the metropolitan average. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 age group grew from 4.9% to 6.3%, while the 5 to 14 age group decreased from 12.3% to 10.9%. Looking forward to 2041, the 45 to 54 cohort is projected to expand by 63 people (13%), rising from 503 to 567.
In contrast, the 5 to 14 and 65 to 74 cohorts are expected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Hackham West
8 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 8 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2025 about a year ago all 1 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2025. | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 13 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,620 at the 2021 Census → 3,757 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL40545). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.