Kingston Se

Kingston Se lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

As of November 2025, the estimated population of Kingston Se is around 122,396. This figure reflects an increase of 11,210 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 111,186. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 1,834 following examination of ABS's latest ERP data release in June 2024, and an additional 17 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,193 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Kingston Se's growth rate of 10.1% since the 2021 census exceeded that of the SA3 area (5.4%) and the non-metro area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by interstate migration during recent periods, with overseas migration and natural growth playing minimal roles.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category are adopted, based on 2021 data and adjusted using a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Exceptional growth is predicted for Kingston Se over the period up to 2041, with the area expected to increase by 8,298 persons, reflecting an overall increase of 9.4% in total over the 17 years based on aggregated SA2-level projections.

The level of residential development activity in Kingston Se was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Kingston Se experienced approximately 757 dwelling approvals annually based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 3,786 homes were approved, with an additional 356 so far in FY-26. Each new dwelling built resulted in an average of 2.9 new residents per year over these five years.

The average construction cost value for new homes was $877,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment. This financial year has seen $245.0 million in commercial development approvals, suggesting robust local business investment. Compared to Rest of SA, Kingston Se had 165.0% more construction activity per person as of the latest data. The area's new building activity comprised 98.0% detached houses and 2.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining its traditional low-density character with a focus on family homes. This marked a significant shift from existing housing patterns, which were currently 184.0% houses, potentially indicating diminishing developable land availability and evolving lifestyle preferences. Kingston Se had around 146 people per approval, reflecting a developing area with population projections showing stability or decline, which should reduce future housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers.

With population projections showing stability or decline, Kingston Se should see reduced housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers.

Kingston Se has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 46thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified seven projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include Wyomi Beach Seawall (Stage 2) Project, Princes Highway Upgrades in South East SA, Kingston Childcare Centre, and Coastal Adaptation Strategy by Kingston District Council. The following list details those most relevant:.

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The exceptional employment performance in Kingston Se places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Kingston Se has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 2.6%, as per AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation.

As of June 2025, 25,081 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.0% below the Rest of SA's rate of 4.6%. Workforce participation stands at 93.6%, exceeding the Rest of SA's rate of 54.1%. Key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

Notably, health care & social assistance is particularly specialized in Kingston Se, with an employment share 2.3 times the regional level. While local employment opportunities exist, many residents commute elsewhere for work, indicated by the count of Census working population to local population. In a 12-month period ending June 2025, labour force decreased by 2.2% and employment by 2.8%, leading to an unemployment rise of 0.6 percentage points. By comparison, Rest of SA saw an employment decline of 1.2%, labour force growth of 0.1%, with unemployment rising by 1.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 project a 6.6% expansion over five years and 13.7% over ten years in national employment, but growth rates vary significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Kingston Se's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not consider localized population projections.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

Kingston Se's median income among taxpayers was $82,200 in financial year 2022. The average income stood at $104,762 during the same period. This compares to figures for Rest of SA which were $46,889 and $56,582 respectively. By September 2025, estimates suggest median income would be approximately $92,746 and average income around $118,203, based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Kingston Se all fall between the 6th and 12th percentiles nationally. The income distribution shows that 60.2% of residents (73,682 people) earn within the $800 - $1,499 bracket. This contrasts with the metropolitan region where the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket is dominant at 27.5%. In Kingston Se, 72.6% of residents earn under $800 per week, indicating significant income constraints that may impact local spending patterns. Despite modest housing costs with 172.4% of income retained, the total disposable income ranks at just the 14th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

Kingston Se's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 184.2% houses and 15.8% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro SA had 87.6% houses and 12.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kingston Se was 98.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 62.2% and rented ones at 39.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,600, higher than Non-Metro SA's average of $2,050 and the national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Kingston Se was $560, compared to Non-Metro SA's $205 and the national figure of $375.

Kingston Se features high concentrations of lone person households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 134.8 percent of all households, including 39.8 percent couples with children, 77.2 percent couples without children, and 16.6 percent single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining -34.8 percent, with lone person households at 61.2 percent and group households comprising 4.0 percent of the total. The median household size is 4.4 people, larger than the Rest of South Africa average of 2.3.

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

Kingston Se's educational attainment significantly exceeds broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15+, 36.0% hold university qualifications, compared to 13.7% in the SA3 area and 13.9% in the Rest of SA. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 25.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.0%) and graduate diplomas (4.8%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 81.0% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 23.0% and certificates at 58.0%.

Educational participation is high, with 43.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 18.0% in primary education, 13.0% in secondary education, and 4.4% pursuing tertiary education. Kingston Community School provides local educational services within Kingston Se, with an enrollment of 313 students as of the latest data. The area demonstrates typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 957) with balanced educational opportunities. All 1 schools offer integrated K-12 education, providing continuity throughout students' academic journey. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs (22.2 places per 100 residents vs 14.9 regionally), indicating the area serves as an educational center for the broader region.

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

Kingston Se has twelve active public transport stops operating within its boundaries. These stops are served by four distinct routes that together facilitate one hundred and twenty weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport in the area is rated as limited, with residents typically located fifty-nine thousand seven hundred fourteen meters from the nearest transport stop.

On average, service frequency across all routes stands at seventeen trips per day, equating to approximately ten weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Kingston Se is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Kingston Se faces significant health challenges, with high prevalence of common conditions across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is extremely low at approximately 94%, covering about 114,513 people, compared to 49.4% in Rest of SA and a national average of 55.3%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (25.2%) and mental health issues (18.2%), while 116.6% claim to be free of ailments, higher than the 65.5% in Rest of SA.

The area has a high proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 74.1% or 90,670 people, compared to 23.3% in Rest of SA. Health outcomes among seniors are notably strong, outperforming the general population in health metrics.

Kingston Se ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Kingston SE was found to have a below average cultural diversity level, with 163.6% of its population born in Australia, 182.0% being citizens, and 193.8% speaking English only at home. The predominant religion in Kingston SE is Christianity, which accounts for 85.4% of the population. Notably, the 'Other' category comprises 1.0% of the population, compared to 0.5% across the rest of South Australia.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups in Kingston SE are English (75.2%), Australian (56.8%), and Scottish (17.0%), all substantially higher than their respective regional averages of 31.6%, 32.8%, and 8.2%. Additionally, there are significant overrepresentations of German (13.4% vs regional 6.4%), Dutch (3.2% vs regional 1.7%), and Welsh (1.2% vs regional 0.3%) ethnic groups in Kingston SE.

Kingston Se ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Kingston Se's median age of 110 years is notably higher than Rest of SA's 47 and significantly exceeds the national norm of 38. The demographic profile closely mirrors that of Rest of SA. The concentration of individuals aged 65-74 is well above the national average of 9.4%. Between 2021 and present, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 23.2% to 27.9%, while the 15 to 24 cohort increased from 15.8% to 16.8%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 31.4% to 29.0% and the 65 to 74 group dropped from 39.2% to 37.7%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Kingston Se, with the 85+ age cohort projected to grow steadily, expanding by -4,248 people (-41%) from 10,330 to 6,082. Conversely, the 85+ and 0 to 4 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.