Kurralta Park

Kurralta Park lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of Feb 2026, the population of Kurralta Park is estimated at around 3,650. This reflects an increase of 511 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,139. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 3,447 in June 2024, following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS, and an additional 76 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 4,506 persons per square kilometer, placing Kurralta Park in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's 16.3% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the state average of 9.0%, and that of Greater Adelaide. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 97.0% 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 and years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category are adopted, based on 2021 data and released in 2023. Considering projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is projected for Kurralta Park, with an expected increase of 857 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 16.7% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Kurralta Park among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Kurralta Park has received around 27 dwelling approvals per year on average over the past five financial years. This totals an estimated 136 homes from FY-21 to FY-25. So far in FY-26, 17 approvals have been recorded. Each new dwelling has accommodated approximately 2.3 residents annually over these five years.

The average construction cost of new dwellings is $379,000. Commercial development approvals totalled $17.8 million in FY-26. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Kurralta Park's construction activity is 29.0% higher per person over the past five years. New developments consist of 41.0% standalone homes and 59.0% medium to high-density housing.

The population density is approximately 122 people per dwelling approval. By 2041, Kurralta Park's population is projected to increase by 611 residents based on current development patterns.

Kurralta Park has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 22ndth percentile nationally

No changes can significantly influence a region's performance like adjustments to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 0 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are predicted to impact this area. Key projects include Tram Grade Separation Project (Glenelg Line), Tram Grade Separation Projects, North South Corridor, and Goodwood Oval Sporting Precinct Revitalisation, with the following list detailing those likely to be most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Kurralta Park rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Kurralta Park has a highly educated workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 2.4% as of September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 4.4% over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of that date, 2,286 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.5% below Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation in Kurralta Park was 79.1%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 66.4%. Based on Census responses, 8.4% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The key industries of employment among residents were health care & social assistance, accommodation & food, and retail trade. Employment in accommodation & food was particularly notable at 1.7 times the regional average.

In contrast, construction employed just 5.0% of local workers, below Greater Adelaide's 8.7%. The predominantly residential area appeared to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. During the year to September 2025, employment levels increased by 4.4% and labour force increased by 4.1%, resulting in a unemployment fall by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Adelaide experienced employment growth of 3.0% and labour force growth of 2.9%, with a 0.1 percentage point drop. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggested potential future demand within Kurralta Park. These projections estimated national employment expansion by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differed significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Kurralta Park's employment mix suggested local employment should increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.6% over ten years. However, it is important to note that this was a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and did not take into account localised population projections.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

The suburb of Kurralta Park had a median income among taxpayers of $54,816 and an average income of $65,377 in financial year 2023, according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. These figures are slightly lower than national averages for Greater Adelaide, which were $54,808 and $66,852 respectively. By September 2025, estimates based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% suggest median income will be approximately $59,640 and average income around $71,130. The 2021 Census data ranks household, family, and personal incomes in Kurralta Park modestly, between the 39th and 54th percentiles. Income distribution shows that 34.0% of residents earn between $1,500 to $2,999 weekly, mirroring the surrounding region's 31.8%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 83.4% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 39th percentile. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Kurralta Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Kurralta Park's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census data, houses constituted 42.8% while other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other') made up 57.2%. This contrasts with Adelaide metro's figures of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kurralta Park stood at 19.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 28.3% and rented ones at 52.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,600, surpassing Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. Weekly rent in Kurralta Park was recorded at $300, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Kurralta Park's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Kurralta Park features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 57.5% of all households, including 21.3% couples with children, 25.0% couples without children, and 8.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 42.5%, with lone person households at 32.9% and group households comprising 10.2%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Kurralta Park demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

In Kurralta Park, residents aged 15 and above exhibit high educational attainment, with 42.5% possessing university qualifications. This figure surpasses the state average of 25.7% in South Australia (SA) and the Greater Adelaide average of 28.9%. The area's strong educational profile is highlighted by a significant proportion of residents holding bachelor degrees (27.1%), postgraduate qualifications (12.7%), and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 27.6% of residents aged 15 and above having such qualifications.

This includes advanced diplomas held by 11.8% of residents and certificates by 15.8%. Educational participation is notably high in the area, with 33.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.3% in tertiary education, 6.8% in primary education, and 4.4% pursuing secondary education.

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

Kurralta Park has 13 operational public transport stops, all serving buses. These stops are covered by 14 different routes, collectively offering 2,353 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 139 meters from the nearest stop. Most commuters travel outward due to its residential nature. Cars remain the dominant mode at 75%, while buses account for 17%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.0 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, only 8.4% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 336 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 181 weekly trips per individual stop.

Kurralta Park's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Health data shows positive outcomes for Kurralta Park residents.

Mortality rates and health conditions are broadly in line with national benchmarks. The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but higher among older cohorts at risk. Private health cover is at approximately 53% of the total population, slightly leading the average SA2 area. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions, affecting 8.7 and 6.4% of residents respectively. Around 75.9% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 7.9% of residents aged 65 and over (288 people), lower than the 19.3% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally than the broader population.

Kurralta Park is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Kurralta Park has a high level of cultural diversity, with 44.4% of its population born overseas and 44.1% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Kurralta Park, comprising 33.2% of people. Hinduism is overrepresented compared to the Greater Adelaide average, making up 12.4% of Kurralta Park's population versus 2.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (20.4%), Other (19.6%), and Australian (17.1%). Notably, Greek (3.8%) Filipino (2.7%) and Indian (4.8%) ethnicities are overrepresented compared to regional averages of 2.0%, 1.0% and 2.3% respectively.

Kurralta Park hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Kurralta Park has a median age of 31, which is younger than Greater Adelaide's figure of 39 and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Kurralta Park has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (29.1%), but fewer residents aged 65-74 (4.6%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.4%. According to the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 has increased from 28.0% to 29.1%, while the proportion of those aged 65 to 74 has decreased from 5.5% to 4.6%. Population forecasts for the year 2041 suggest significant demographic changes in Kurralta Park, with the strongest projected growth in the 25-34 age group at 14%, adding 147 residents to reach a total of 1,210.