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SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For comprehensive analysis, consider reviewing both boundary types if available.
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Hawthorn (SA) has an estimated 2,223 residents. That puts 2,097 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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Based on demographic evaluations from the ABS for the wider region and address updates verified by AreaSearch since the national survey, the population of the suburb of Hawthorn (SA) is projected to be approximately 2,223 in May 2026. This represents a minor increase of 2 individuals (0.1%) from the 2021 Census, when the head count stood at 2,221. This shift is calculated from a resident base of 2,222, which was computed by AreaSearch utilizing ABS ERP statistics from June 2025 alongside 2 newly confirmed addresses since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 2,097 residents per square kilometer, a figure that exceeds the typical density found in locations analyzed nationally by AreaSearch.
The upward movement in resident numbers was almost entirely supported by arrivals from abroad, which served as the sole engine for growth during recent quarters. Projections developed by the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 zones are utilized here, using 2022 as a starting point as published in 2024. In instances where SA2 details are absent, or for periods extending past 2032, regional projections by age bands from the SA State Government released in 2023 and anchored on 2021 data are used, scaled down from LGA to SA2 divisions via weighted growth mapping. These demographic outlooks suggest the suburb of Hawthorn (SA) will track within the lowest growth band nationwide, with expectations of adding 28 people by 2041 under the aggregated SA2 models, showing an overall rise of 1.2% over the span of 16 years.
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According to building permit statistics compiled by AreaSearch from regional datasets, Hawthorn averages roughly 2 approved home designs annually, with a total of 10 residential approvals logged across the last 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, plus a single approval registered during FY-26 so far. Because local headcount has been shrinking recently, this fresh construction volume has likely balanced demand to afford home buyers plenty of opportunities, with projects averaging an estimated construction value of $736,000 to highlight builder interest in high-end, upscale builds. Meanwhile, commercial construction permits reached $1.8 million for the current financial year, showing very quiet commercial building activity.
In comparison to the metropolitan area of Greater Adelaide, building volume in Hawthorn is extremely subdued, sitting 74.0% below the regional per capita benchmark. This lack of new inventory generally helps maintain values and buyer interest for established houses. This output also falls below the countrywide norm, suggesting a fully developed suburb that is potentially constrained by local zoning codes. Looking ahead, Hawthorn is projected to add 27 new citizens by 2041, measured from the latest quarterly assessment by AreaSearch. In light of current construction trends, incoming housing units should easily satisfy market needs, ensuring balanced conditions for purchasers and potentially paving the way for headcount expansion above current expectations.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Hawthorn (SA)
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects close to Hawthorn (SA), worth an estimated $12 million. 3 are already under construction. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and environmental & disaster management. 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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Nothing impacts regional performance as much as changes to local public works, major builds, and planning policies. Overall, AreaSearch has identified a single project that is expected to affect the immediate area. Significant projects include Belair Road Retaining Walls Maintenance, Carmelite Retirement Living, SA Health - Building a Bigger Health System in the South (Daw Park Urgent Care Hub & other upgrades), and Unley Cultural Hub, with the details of the most significant works listed below.
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Belair Road Retaining Walls Maintenance
Essential maintenance works on the retaining walls along Belair Road, below the Windy Point Lookout, to ensure the long-term structural integrity of the road.
Springbank Road Pedestrian Actuated Crossing
Installation of a Pedestrian Actuated Crossing (PAC) on Springbank Road to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety and access. The project is jointly funded by the Australian and South Australian Governments.
400 Fullarton Road Residential Development
Construct a three storey residential flat building containing thirteen (13) dwellings, and remove Significant Tree (Fiddlewood)
322-324 Fullarton Road Townhouses
Collection of 10 luxurious two-storey townhouses with flexible floor plan options, modern design features, and Bosch kitchen appliances. Located in high-demand Fullarton suburb with easy access to amenities.
Kalyra Belair Village
A retirement village in Belair with 119 homes, offering a range of amenities and activities for residents. Villas are available for sale.
1,282 residents of Hawthorn (SA) are employed, from a labour force of 1,299. Unemployment sits at 1.3%, with participation at 69.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,665, about 75% 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 is highly qualified, with a strong contingent working in technical fields, a jobless rate of only 1.3%, and a 4.1% rise in workforce numbers over the prior year, according to AreaSearch estimations. By March 2026, there are 1,282 employed locals, with a jobless rate that is 2.5% lower than the 3.8% registered across Greater Adelaide, while participation in the labour pool is typical at 69.6% compared to the metropolitan average of 66.6%. Census files show a modest 16.2% of workers performed their duties from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.
Local jobs are heavily concentrated in the fields of healthcare, technical services, and education. Professional and technical specialties are highly represented, with a local share that is 1.8 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, builders and trade workers are underrepresented, making up only 5.7% of the workforce locally compared to 8.7% across Greater Adelaide. The heavily residential character of the neighborhood means local employment opportunities are limited, as shown by comparing the count of working residents against local job numbers. Based on calculations from SALM and ABS sources for the broader region, the 12 months leading to March 2026 saw employment expand by 4.1% and the labor pool grow by 4.0%, keeping the jobless rate steady. Over the same interval, Greater Adelaide recorded job growth of 4.2% and labor pool growth of 4.0%, yielding a decrease of 0.2 percentage points. Employment projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional indicators for future hiring trends in Hawthorn. These five and ten-year forecasts have been analyzed against local job shares to estimate future recruitment. While nationwide jobs are expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Projecting these industry-specific rates onto the local job mix suggests employment for residents could expand by 7.6% over five years and 15.4% over ten years, representing a basic weighted calculation for illustration that does not factor in specific local population dynamics.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Hawthorn (SA) is $2,370 a week (about $123,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,027 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $62,805 a year against an average of $99,276. The average runs 58% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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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Tax data from the ATO for financial year 2023 shows that Hawthorn residents have incomes that place them in the highest percentile countrywide. The median declared income among taxpayers is $62,805 while the average income is $99,276, compared to $54,808 and $66,852 respectively for Greater Adelaide. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index lift of 10.17% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of roughly $69,192 for the median and $109,372 for the average as of March 2026. According to Census records, households, families, and individuals all earn high incomes, placing between the 81st and 86th percentiles nationally.
The income distribution is led by those earning $4000+ weekly, representing 29.0% of residents (644 people), which diverges from the metropolitan pattern where the $1,500 - 2,999 band is most common at 31.8%. This high concentration of top earners (40.9% above $3,000/week) points to substantial financial resources in the community. Once housing outlays are paid, residents keep 88.1% of their earnings, demonstrating strong purchasing power, with a SEIFA index ranking that falls in the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Hawthorn (SA) had 828 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 72% detached houses and 21% apartments. 35% are owned with a mortgage, 24% rented and 41% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $295 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,600 a month. Rent absorbs 12.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.3%. 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 Hawthorn at the time of the latest Census consisted of 72.0% detached houses and 28.0% alternative formats such as townhouses and flats, compared to 75.2% detached houses and 24.9% other options across metropolitan Adelaide. Home ownership rates in the suburb were high at 40.9%, with remaining households holding a mortgage (35.4%) or renting (23.7%). The median mortgage payment of $2,600 per month was significantly higher than the metropolitan average, while weekly rent sat at $295, compared to metropolitan Adelaide benchmarks of $1,562 and $320 respectively. Nationally, local monthly home loan payments are much higher than the Australian norm of $1,863, whereas rental costs are well below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Hawthorn (SA) counted 828 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 39% are couples with children, more than in 75% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 23% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 74.9%, consisting of couples with offspring (38.5%), couples without children (28.2%), and single parents (7.1%). The remaining 25.1% are non-family arrangements, with single occupant households accounting for 23.0% and group housing making up 2.3% of the total. The typical household size is 2.6 residents, which is slightly higher than the Greater Adelaide median of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
51.4% of adults in Hawthorn (SA) hold a university qualification, including 33.2% with a bachelor degree and 13.4% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 95% of areas nationally. A further 11.0% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Qualifications in Hawthorn are exceptionally high, with 51.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a college degree, compared to 25.7% across SA and 28.1% in the SA4 region. This high education profile positions the community well for professional roles. Undergraduate degrees are the most common credential at 33.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (13.4%) and graduate diplomas (4.8%). Technical credentials account for 20.0% of qualifications among residents aged 15+ – consisting of advanced diplomas (9.0%) and certificates (11.0%). School enrollment is high, with 31.4% of the population participating in academic programs. This comprises 10.0% in primary schools, 8.8% in universities or colleges, and 7.8% attending secondary schools.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Hawthorn (SA) reaches 19 stops on 30 routes, timetabled for about 2,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 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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An analysis of public transit options reveals 19 active transit stops operating in Hawthorn, providing access to a combination of rail and bus services. These stops support 30 different routes, which together handle 1,973 passenger trips each week. Transit access is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 181 meters from their nearest stop. Given the suburban residential character, most working residents travel out of the area, with private vehicles remaining the primary commute mode at 85%, followed by buses at 6% and bicycles at 3%. Car ownership stands at an average of 1.5 vehicles per household.
A total of 16.2% of working residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect pandemic response measures. Transit route frequency averages 281 runs per day across all available lines, translating to roughly 103 departures per week at each individual stop.
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70.1% of residents in Hawthorn (SA) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 90% of areas nationally. 3.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 66.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.2 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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Health metrics show very positive trends in Hawthorn, with AreaSearch pointing to low mortality indices and low rates of chronic disease across every age bracket, while the share of residents with private medical insurance is very high at roughly 66% of the population (1,470 people). This compares to a rate of 52.7% across metropolitan Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and asthma are the most prevalent health issues locally, affecting 7.5 and 7.2% of the population respectively, while 70.1% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.
The population under 65 displays better than average health outcomes. Residents aged 65 and older represent 22.3% of the suburb (495 people), which is higher than the Greater Adelaide share of 19.2%. Seniors in the area exhibit strong health profiles, with national standings matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Hawthorn (SA) is largely Australian-born, at 78.9% of residents, with 15.0% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.1%) and Australian (23.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Hawthorn exhibits above average cultural diversity, with 21.1% of its residents born in other countries and 15.0% using a language other than English in their households. The principal religious affiliation is Christianity, representing 44.9% of the local population. However, the most pronounced difference is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.3% of the population compared to 0.1% across Greater Adelaide. Looking at parental birthplaces, the most common ancestries in Hawthorn are English at 30.1%, Australian at 23.4%, and Other at 8.5%. There are also notable differences in other backgrounds, with Welsh ancestry overrepresented at 0.9% of Hawthorn (compared to 0.6% across the region), Hungarian at 0.4% (compared to 0.3%), and German at 5.8% (compared to 5.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Hawthorn (SA) is 43. 25.6% 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 43 in Hawthorn is higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and the national median of 38. Compared to the wider metropolitan area, Hawthorn has a greater share of residents in the 65 - 74 bracket (12.4%) but fewer young adults in the 25 - 34 range (10.9%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 6.0% to 8.3% of the population, and the 15 to 24 age bracket rose from 13.1% to 14.7%. In contrast, kids aged 5 to 14 dropped from 12.5% to 11.4% and the 65 to 74 group declined from 13.5% to 12.4%.
Projections for 2041 suggest changes in the age profile, with the 85+ bracket expected to rise by 88% (31 people), moving from 35 to 67. The combined 65+ age groups are expected to make up 66% of overall population growth, reflecting an aging trend. Conversely, the cohorts aged 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 are projected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Hawthorn (SA)
9 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 9 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. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 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 May 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 2 sections | ||
| 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 — 2 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,221 at the 2021 Census → 2,223 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 (SAL40574). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.