Ingle Farm

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

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Ingle Farm is around 10,031. This figure represents an increase of 488 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 9,543. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 9,981 in June 2025, based on examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS, and an additional 128 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,244 persons per square kilometer, which is higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's growth rate of 5.1% since the 2021 census exceeds that of the SA3 area at 3.9%, indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration was the primary driver of 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, SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category are adopted, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, with adjustments made using weighted aggregation methods from LGA to SA2 levels. Future population trends indicate an expected increase just below the median of statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch, with the suburb projected to grow by 662 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 6.1% over the 16-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Ingle Farm among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers indicates that Ingle Farm averaged approximately 99 new dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 495 homes. As of FY26104 approvals have been recorded. Between FY21 and FY25, an average of 1.1 new residents was associated with each dwelling constructed annually. This suggests a balanced supply and demand dynamic, creating stable market conditions, with new homes valued at approximately $310,000 on average.

In the current financial year, $5.4 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Ingle Farm records 182.0% more construction activity per person. This should provide buyers with ample choice, as new building activity consists of approximately 92.0% detached houses and 8.0% attached dwellings, sustaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. With around 109 people per dwelling approval, Ingle Farm shows characteristics of a low density area.

Future projections estimate that Ingle Farm will add approximately 612 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Ingle Farm has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 39thth percentile nationally

The performance of an area is significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of sixteen projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable projects include Walkleys Road Corridor, Gardenia Drive Aged Care Expansion, Pooraka Enterprise Park Expansion - Stage 2 (Various Sites), and Springbank Waters Residential Estate. The following list provides details on those projects deemed most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Ingle Farm recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Ingle Farm has a skilled workforce with key services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 4.9% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 1.3%. As of December 2025, 4701 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.1% higher than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation lagged at 59.2%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 66.0%. Only 6.3% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment was concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area showed strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level.

However, education & training employed only 6.4% of local workers, below Greater Adelaide's 9.3%. During the year to December 2025, employment levels increased by 1.3%, and labour force grew by 1.2%, keeping unemployment relatively stable at 4.9%. In contrast, Greater Adelaide saw employment rise by 4.2% and unemployment fall by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Ingle Farm. National employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Ingle Farm's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.6% over ten years.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

Ingle Farm's median income among taxpayers was $47,881 in financial year 2023. The suburb's average income stood at $52,753 during the same period. These figures compare to Greater Adelaide's median income of $54,808 and average income of $66,852 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, estimates for March 2026 are approximately $52,750 (median) and $58,118 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Ingle Farm all fall between the 16th and 19th percentiles nationally. Income analysis reveals that the largest segment comprises 33.0% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (3,310 residents), consistent with broader trends across the metropolitan region showing 31.8% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.0% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 20th percentile nationally.

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

Ingle Farm's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 92.2% houses and 7.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Adelaide metro's 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Ingle Farm stood at 34.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 37.6% and rented ones at 27.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,387, below Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. Median weekly rent in Ingle Farm was $310, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Ingle Farm's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,387 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Ingle Farm has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 69.2% of all households, including 27.5% couples with children, 26.2% couples without children, and 13.8% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.8%, with lone person households at 27.3% and group households comprising 3.6%. The median household size is 2.5 people, aligning with Greater Adelaide's average.

Educational outcomes in Ingle Farm fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area has university qualification rates of 20.2%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 34.5% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (8.4%) and certificates (26.1%).

Educational participation is high, with 27.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.5% in primary education, 6.5% in secondary education, and 4.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Ingle Farm has 73 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 31 different routes that together facilitate 1,967 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically living just 182 meters from the nearest stop. In this predominantly residential region, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation, used by 86% of residents, while buses are employed by 10%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, only 6.3% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, an average of 281 trips are made daily, equating to roughly 26 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Ingle Farm faces significant health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's assessment in June 20XX. The area has a considerably higher prevalence of common health conditions compared to the average, with older age cohorts experiencing this to an even greater extent. Specifically, arthritis and mental health issues affect 9.7% and 8.9% of residents respectively.

Only 64.2% of residents claim to be completely free from medical ailments, compared to 67.9% in Greater Adelaide. The rate of private health cover is very low at approximately 48%, with around 4,804 people covered, compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and the national average of 55.7%. Working-age residents also exhibit an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. Ingle Farm has 19.7% of its population aged 65 and over, comprising approximately 1,976 people. While health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, they rank lower nationally than the broader population.

Ingle Farm was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Ingle Farm's cultural diversity is notable, with 36.2% of its population born overseas and 32.4% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Ingle Farm, comprising 41.1% of people. However, the category 'Other' is overrepresented at 4.2%, compared to the Greater Adelaide average of 1.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (24.7%), Australian (22.0%), and Other (15.5%), which is significantly higher than the regional average of 9.7%. Some ethnic groups show notable differences: Filipino at 3.4% versus the regional average of 1.0%, Hungarian at 0.4% compared to 0.3%, and Polish at 1.0%.

Ingle Farm's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

Ingle Farm's median age is 38, closely matching Greater Adelaide's figure of 39 and Australia's median age of 38. Compared to Greater Adelaide's average, Ingle Farm has a notably higher proportion of the 75-84 age group (9.4% locally) but a lower proportion of the 65-74 year-olds (8.1%). Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group grew from 7.8% to 9.4%, while the 25-34 cohort increased from 15.3% to 16.4%. Conversely, the 65-74 age group declined from 11.4% to 8.1%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Ingle Farm's age profile will significantly evolve. The 85+ age cohort is projected to grow significantly, expanding by 185 people (from 220 to 406), while the 75-84 group is expected to contract by 65 residents.