Hillbank

Population growth drivers in Hillbank are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of Feb 2026, the population of Hillbank is estimated at around 5,143 people. This reflects an increase of 130 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,013 people. The current resident population estimate of 5,123 comes from AreaSearch's analysis of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,627 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Hillbank has shown resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.2%, outpacing the state's growth rate. Overseas migration contributed approximately 68.0% of overall population gains during recent periods in Hillbank.

AreaSearch uses 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, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. According to aggregated SA2-level projections, Hillbank is forecasted to experience significant population growth, increasing by 1,565 persons to reach approximately 6,708 people by 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 30.6% over the 17-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Hillbank 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, Hillbank has experienced approximately 5 dwellings receiving development approval annually over the past 5 financial years ending FY-25. This totals an estimated 25 homes. So far in FY-26, 6 approvals have been recorded.

On average, 7.8 people moved to the area per year for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating substantial demand outstripping supply. New homes are being constructed at an average expected cost of $281,000. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Hillbank has significantly less development activity, with this scarcity typically strengthening demand and prices for existing properties. Recent development has been entirely comprised of standalone homes, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character focused on family homes. At around 792 people per approval, Hillbank shows a mature, established area.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Hillbank is projected to add 1,573 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Hillbank has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 24thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 11 projects likely to affect the area. Notable ones are Elizabeth Vale Family Health and Wellbeing Hub, Edinburgh Central Mixed Use Development, Blakes Crossing Master Planned Community, and Playford Health Hub. The following list details those most relevant.

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The employment landscape in Hillbank shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Hillbank's workforce comprises both white and blue-collar jobs, with essential services well represented. The unemployment rate in Hillbank is 5.0%, with an estimated employment growth of 2.5% over the past year, as per AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation. As of September 2025, there are 2,798 working residents, and the unemployment rate stands at 1.1% above Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation is 71.2%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 66.4%. According to Census responses, only 6.7% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction, with the latter being particularly notable at 1.3 times the regional average. However, professional & technical employment is lower at 4.5%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 7.3%.

The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the Census working population count versus resident population. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 2.5% while labour force grew by 2.0%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Adelaide recorded employment growth of 3.0%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Hillbank's employment mix suggests local employment should grow by 6.2% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

In Hillbank, the median income among taxpayers was $60,707 in financial year 2023, with an average of $66,202. Nationally, these figures stood at $64,685 and $71,489 respectively during that period. In Greater Adelaide, the median income was $54,808 and the average was $66,852. By September 2025, estimates suggest the median income in Hillbank would be approximately $66,049, with an average of around $72,028, based on a Wage Price Index growth rate of 8.8%. Census data indicates that incomes in Hillbank cluster around the 53rd percentile nationally. The majority of residents (38.2%, or 1,964 people) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income bracket after housing costs, reflecting a pattern seen across the region where 31.8% occupy this range. After accounting for housing costs, Hillbank residents retain 87.0% of their income.

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

Hillbank's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted entirely of houses with no other types such as semi-detached dwellings, apartments, or others. This is in contrast to Adelaide metro's structure which comprised 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Hillbank was at 31.5%, similar to the Adelaide metro level. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (56.0%) or rented (12.5%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Hillbank was $1,495, lower than Adelaide's average of $1,562. The median weekly rent figure in Hillbank was recorded as $346, slightly higher than Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Hillbank's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were less than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 79.8% of all households, including 37.7% couples with children, 29.6% couples without children, and 12.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 20.2%, with lone person households at 18.2% and group households comprising 1.8% of the total. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

The educational profile of Hillbank exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 14.1%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 10.7%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.8%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.6%). Vocational credentials are also common, with 42.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas comprise 10.6% while certificates make up 31.6%.

Educational participation is notably high at 26.0%, including 9.9% in primary education, 6.9% in secondary education, and 3.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Hillbank has 28 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 13 different routes that together facilitate 522 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically living 248 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to Hillbank being primarily residential. Cars remain the dominant mode of transportation, used by 94% of residents. On average, there are 1.8 vehicles per dwelling, which is higher than the regional average.

Only 6.7% of residents work from home (2021 Census). The service frequency averages 74 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately 18 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Hillbank is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Hillbank faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is approximately 53% of the total population (~2,734 people), which leads that of the average SA2 area. The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and mental health issues, impacting 9.3 and 9.1% of residents respectively. Conversely, 66.3% 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 13.0% of residents aged 65 and over (668 people), which is lower than the 19.3% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Hillbank's cultural diversity was above average, with 12.1% speaking a language other than English at home and 25.1% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Hillbank, comprising 40.3%. Islam was overrepresented compared to Greater Adelaide, making up 3.9% of Hillbank's population.

The top three ancestry groups were English (34.3%), Australian (23.7%), and Other (9.2%). Notably, Hungarian (0.5%) and Polish (1.1%) were also overrepresented in Hillbank compared to regional averages.

Hillbank's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Hillbank is 36 years, which is slightly below Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years and also slightly below Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Hillbank has a higher proportion of residents aged 55-64 (13.7%) but fewer residents aged 75-84 (3.5%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 35-44 has increased from 11.9% to 13.2%, while the population aged 45-54 has decreased from 13.2% to 12.1%. By 2041, Hillbank's age composition is expected to change significantly, with the 45-54 age group projected to grow by 55% (341 people), reaching a total of 964 from its current figure of 622.