Hyde Park (SA)

Hyde Park is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, the population of the suburb of Hyde Park (SA) is estimated at around 1,703 people. This reflects an increase of 43 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,660 people. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 1,683 following examination of ABS' latest ERP data release in June 2024 and three additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 2,838 persons per square kilometer, placing Hyde Park (SA) in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 99.0% of overall population gains during recent periods for this suburb.

For population projections, 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 from LGA to SA2 levels. Examining future population trends for Hyde Park (SA), a population increase just below the median of national areas is expected, with projections indicating an expansion by 127 persons to reach 2041, reflecting a gain of 9.9% in total over the 17 years.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, Hyde Park has averaged approximately one new dwelling approval per year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, an estimated seven homes were approved, with five more approved so far in FY26.

This results in an average of 6.3 new residents arriving per year for each dwelling constructed during this period. Consequently, demand significantly exceeds new supply, which typically leads to price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction cost value of new properties is $576,000, indicating that developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Hyde Park has significantly less development activity, 74.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity of new homes typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties, though building activity has accelerated in recent years. However, this activity remains below national averages, reflecting the area's maturity and suggesting possible planning constraints.

New building activity shows an equal split between detached dwellings and townhouses or apartments, with 50.0% of each type being constructed. This skew towards compact living offers affordable entry pathways and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. Hyde Park has a population density of around 578 people per approval, indicating a mature, established area. Population forecasts suggest that Hyde Park will gain approximately 168 residents by the year 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Hyde Park has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 17thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project likely affecting this region: Carmelite Retirement Living, Unley Cultural Hub, 46 Unley Road Mixed-Use Development, and Goodwood Oval Sporting Precinct Revitalisation are key projects, with the following list highlighting those most relevant.

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Hyde Park ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Hyde Park has a highly educated workforce with professional services well represented. The unemployment rate was 2.4% in the past year, showing an estimated employment growth of 3.3%. As of September 2025971 residents were employed and the unemployment rate was 1.5% lower than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation was 69.2%, slightly higher than Greater Adelaide's 66.4%. According to Census responses, 16.1% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Leading employment industries were health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade. The area had a notable concentration in professional & technical services with employment levels at 2.0 times the regional average.

Construction showed limited presence with 5.8% employment compared to 8.7% regionally. The ratio of 0.8 workers per resident indicated substantial local employment opportunities. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 3.3%, labour force grew by 3.2%, with unemployment remaining largely unchanged. In contrast, Greater Adelaide experienced employment growth of 3.0% and labour force growth of 2.9%, with a slight drop in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Hyde Park. Applying these projections to Hyde Park's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 7.3% over five years and 15.0% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only and do not account for localised population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023 shows Hyde Park's median income among taxpayers is $68,458. The average income in the suburb is $99,974. Nationally, this places Hyde Park in the top percentile. In comparison, Greater Adelaide has a median income of $54,808 and an average of $66,852. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Hyde Park's median income would be approximately $74,482 by September 2025, with the average estimated at $108,772. According to the 2021 Census, Hyde Park ranks highly nationally in household, family, and personal incomes, between the 78th and 87th percentiles. The earnings profile shows that 31.4% of locals (534 people) fall into the $4000+ income category, which is different from surrounding regions where 31.8% earn within the $1,500 - 2,999 range. Economic strength is evident with 39.7% of households earning high weekly incomes exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. After housing costs, residents retain 87.1% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Hyde Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Hyde Park's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 64.8% houses and 35.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Adelaide metro's 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Hyde Park was at 38.2%, with the rest being mortgaged (31.8%) or rented (30.0%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,300, higher than Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. The median weekly rent figure was $390, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Hyde Park's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Hyde Park has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 67.4% of all households, including 25.7% composed of couples with children, 31.1% consisting of couples without children, and 9.6% being single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 32.6%, with lone person households at 29.6% and group households comprising 3.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Hyde Park shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Hyde Park's residents aged 15 and above have a notably higher educational attainment than broader benchmarks. Specifically, 51.7% hold university qualifications, compared to 25.7% in South Australia (SA) and 28.9% in Greater Adelaide. This educational advantage is largely attributed to bachelor degrees, which are held by 34.3% of residents. Postgraduate qualifications follow at 13.6%, with graduate diplomas at 3.8%.

Vocational pathways account for 19.3% of qualifications among those aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 8.3% and certificates at 11.0%. Educational participation in Hyde Park is significantly high, with 28.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.0% pursuing tertiary education, 8.8% in primary education, and 8.4% in secondary education.

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

Hyde Park has seven operational public transport stops, all serving buses. These stops are served by ten different routes, offering a total of 1072 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is deemed excellent, with residents located an average of 193 meters from the nearest stop. The area, predominantly residential, sees most commuters traveling outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 78%, followed by buses at 8% and walking at 6%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 16.1% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 153 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 153 weekly trips per individual stop.

Hyde Park's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Health outcomes data shows excellent results across Hyde Park, as assessed by AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 66% of the total population (1,130 people), compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 6.9 and 6.0% of residents respectively. A total of 74.9% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide. Working-age residents exhibit low chronic condition prevalence. Hyde Park has 25.2% of residents aged 65 and over (429 people), which is higher than the 19.3% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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

Hyde Park was found to be more culturally diverse than most local markets, with 25.1% of its population born overseas and 16.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The dominant religion in Hyde Park is Christianity, comprising 49.5% of the population. Notably, Judaism is overrepresented in Hyde Park at 0.3%, compared to 0.1% across Greater Adelaide.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are English (27.9%), Australian (19.7%), and Scottish (8.8%). There are also notable differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Welsh is overrepresented at 0.8%, Greek at 4.1%, and Serbian at 0.7%.

Hyde Park hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Hyde Park's median age is 45 years, which is higher than Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years and exceeds the national average of 38 years. The 65-74 age group constitutes 14.3% of Hyde Park's population, compared to Greater Adelaide's percentage. Conversely, the 25-34 age group makes up 9.7%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 75-84 age group has grown from 6.8% to 8.9%, and the 15-24 cohort has increased from 11.9% to 13.0%. However, the 45-54 cohort has declined from 13.5% to 12.0%, and the 55-64 group has dropped from 14.6% to 13.4%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Hyde Park's age profile. The 75-84 cohort is projected to grow by 42%, adding 63 residents to reach 215. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 58% of population growth, indicating aging trends. Meanwhile, population declines are projected for the 65-74 and 0-4 age cohorts.