Hope Valley (SA)

Hope Valley has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

The population of the suburb of Hope Valley (SA) is estimated to be around 9,238 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,054 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,184 people. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population at 8,396 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and an additional 357 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,829 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Hope Valley's growth of 12.9% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA3 area (7.2%) and the state, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 91.0% 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 adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data, with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Anticipating future population dynamics, an above median population growth is projected for the area, expected to expand by 1,310 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 6.1% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Hope Valley among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Hope Valley averaged around 89 new dwelling approvals each year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 449 homes were approved, with another 39 approved so far in FY-26. On average, over the past five financial years, 0.8 new residents per year per dwelling constructed were recorded.

This suggests that new construction is meeting or exceeding demand, providing more options for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current expectations. The average expected construction cost value of new properties was $323,000. In FY-26, commercial approvals totaled $25.5 million, indicating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Hope Valley has 127.0% more development activity per person.

New building activity consists of 70.0% detached dwellings and 30.0% townhouses or apartments, offering a mix of housing options across different price points. With around 90 people per dwelling approval, Hope Valley exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the area is projected to gain 560 residents by 2041. Given current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Hope Valley has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 35thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified seven projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include Modbury Hospital Redevelopment Project, Luminaire Estate - Residential Development, Tea Tree Gully Township North East Road Streetscape Upgrade, and Golden Grove Neighbourhood Code Amendment. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Hope Valley demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Hope Valley has a skilled workforce with well-represented essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 1.7%, with an estimated employment growth of 1.8% in the past year (AreaSearch aggregation). As of September 2025, 3979 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 2.3% lower than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation lags at 56.2%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 66.4%. According to Census responses, only 9.5% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction is particularly strong with an employment share 1.2 times the regional level.

Conversely, accommodation & food services are under-represented at 5.1%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 6.8%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, indicated by its working population vs resident population count. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 1.8% while labour force rose by 1.6%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Adelaide saw employment growth of 3.0% and labour force growth of 2.9%, with a 0.1 percentage point drop in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Hope Valley. These projections estimate national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Hope Valley's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 indicates that Hope Valley's median income among taxpayers is $47,638. The average income in the suburb was $53,556 during this period. This is lower than the national average. In comparison, Greater Adelaide had a median income of $54,808 and an average income of $66,852 for the same financial year. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since financial year 2023, current estimates suggest that Hope Valley's median income would be approximately $51,830 by September 2025, with an average income of around $58,269 during this period. Census data shows that household, family and personal incomes in Hope Valley all fall between the 18th and 20th percentiles nationally. Income distribution data reveals that 29.7% of Hope Valley residents earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually (2,743 individuals), which is similar to the broader area where this income band also represents 31.8%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Hope Valley, with only 83.5% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 18th percentile nationally.

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

Hope Valley's dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Adelaide metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Hope Valley was at 38.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.3% and rented ones at 22.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, lower than Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. Median weekly rent in Hope Valley was recorded as $320, matching Adelaide metro's figure. Nationally, Hope Valley's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, with rents substantially below the national figure of $375.

Hope Valley features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 64.7% of all households, including 26.2% couples with children, 28.3% couples without children, and 9.4% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 35.3%, with lone person households at 33.4% and group households comprising 1.9%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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

Hope Valley's residents aged 15+ have 22.3% with university degrees, compared to Australia's 30.4%. This indicates potential for educational development. Bachelor degrees are most common at 15.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are held by 36.0%, including advanced diplomas (10.8%) and certificates (25.2%).

Currently, 23.3% of the population is actively pursuing formal education: 8.5% in primary, 5.5% in secondary, and 4.3% in tertiary education.

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

Hope Valley has 39 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 8 different routes that collectively facilitate 655 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 202 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation, used by 85% of residents, while only 11% use buses. On average, there are 1.2 vehicles per dwelling, which is below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a relatively low 9.5% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 93 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 16 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Hope Valley is well below average with considerably higher than average prevalence of common health conditions and to an even higher degree among older age cohorts

Health data shows significant health challenges in Hope Valley. AreaSearch's assessment found a notably higher prevalence of common health conditions compared to average, with an even greater disparity among older age groups. Only approximately 48% (~4,453 people) of Hope Valley residents have private health cover, which is lower than Greater Adelaide's 52.7% and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (11.8%) and mental health issues (7.8%). Conversely, 61.3% of residents claim to be free from medical ailments compared to 67.9% in Greater Adelaide. Working-age population health outcomes appear typical. However, Hope Valley has a higher proportion of seniors at 30.5% (2,817 people) than Greater Adelaide's 19.3%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally compared to the broader population.

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

Hope Valley's population showed greater cultural diversity than most local markets, with 28.1% born overseas and 18.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Hope Valley, accounting for 53.0% of its population. Notably, the 'Other' religious category comprised 3.5%, higher than Greater Adelaide's 1.8%.

In terms of ancestry, the top groups were English (28.6%), Australian (23.4%), and Other (8.5%). Some ethnic groups showed significant differences: Italian at 8.3% in Hope Valley compared to 5.2% regionally, German at 5.8% vs 5.1%, and Polish at 1.0%.

Hope Valley hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Hope Valley's median age is 46 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years and Australia's average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 75-84 are particularly prominent, making up 11.8% of the population, compared to 6.1% nationally. Conversely, those aged 15-24 make up only 9.1% of Hope Valley's population, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average. Between 2021 and present, the 35-44 age group has grown from 12.1% to 13.8%, while the 65-74 cohort has declined from 11.8% to 11.1%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes, with the 85+ cohort projected to grow by 59%, adding 411 residents to reach 1,114. Senior residents aged 65 and above will drive 78% of population growth, reflecting aging trends. Conversely, population declines are projected for those aged 25-34 and 55-64.