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Linden Park has an estimated 2,312 residents, down from 2,367 at the 2021 Census — a change of 55 people, or 2.3%. That puts 2,786 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census the suburb of Linden Park has a population estimated at around 2,312 as of May 2026. This reflects a decrease of 55 people (2.3%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,367 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 2,309, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 4 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,785 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, the suburb of Linden Park has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a 1.2% compound annual growth rate, outpacing the SA3 area. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which was essentially the sole driver of population gains during recent periods. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024, using 2022 as the base year, have been adopted for every SA2 area. For SA2 areas lacking this data, and for any years after 2032, regional and LGA projections by age category from the SA State Government, published in 2023 using 2021 data, are utilized alongside adjustments derived from a weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Looking at future demographic trends, the suburb of Linden Park is projected to experience a population expansion slightly below the median of statistical areas assessed by AreaSearch. Specifically, the area is anticipated to grow by 261 persons by 2041 according to aggregated SA2-level projections, which represents an overall increase of 11.2% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
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According to building approval figures from the ABS allocated from statistical area data, property development in the suburb of Linden Park has averaged approximately 3 dwellings receiving development approval annually, resulting in a total estimated 15 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, no approvals have been recorded. Because the population has decreased recently, the volume of development has been sufficient in relative terms, which is beneficial for buyers, and newly constructed homes have an average expected construction cost of $594,000, indicating that developers are focusing on upmarket, premium properties.
Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $5.0 million have been registered during this financial year, which highlights that the locality remains predominantly residential. In comparison to Greater Adelaide, the suburb of Linden Park displays a low level of residential development, tracking 78.0% below the regional average per capita. This limited volume of new construction generally helps sustain demand and prices for existing properties. This rate of activity is also below the national average, pointing to the established nature of the area and indicating possible planning restrictions. All recent construction has consisted of attached dwellings, and this emphasis on higher-density options offers more affordable entry points suitable for downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This trend represents a distinct shift from the current housing stock, which comprises 61.0% houses, showing that fewer developable sites are available and reflecting changing lifestyle preferences and the demand for more diverse, cost-effective options. With approximately 927 people per dwelling approval, the local housing market is highly mature. Long-term projections indicate that the suburb of Linden Park will add 258 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. At the current pace of property development, the supply of new housing may not keep up with population growth, which could intensify competition among buyers and support upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects close to Linden Park, worth an estimated $600 million. 1 are already under construction and 1 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and retail. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning initiatives are primary drivers of local performance. A single project has been identified by AreaSearch as having an influence on the area. The key initiatives include the Glenside Development, the Burnside Village Expansion, SA Water Capital Work Delivery Contracts 2024-28, and the Unley Cultural Hub, with details on the most relevant projects provided below.
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Glenside by Cedar Woods
Masterplanned redevelopment of the former Glenside Hospital site into a residential community of about 1,200 homes, including apartments and townhomes, with retained heritage buildings, landscaped streets, community open space and links to the Adelaide Park Lands. Several apartment stages, including Banksia and Bloom stages, are complete, while Cedar Woods continues to deliver the remaining apartment precincts. A 2025 Planning and Design Code Amendment has increased permitted height in a localised north-west corner from 8 to 20 storeys, enabling up to about 200 additional homes, subject to future development application approval.
Burnside Village Expansion
Major expansion of Burnside Village shopping center bringing luxury brands including Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and Coco Republic to Adelaide. Features premium retail spaces, dining precincts, and enhanced parking facilities in a $200 million redevelopment.
23 Riverdale Road Residential Development
Land Division (Torrens Title) to create 3 allotments from 1 existing allotment, construct 2 two-storey semi-detached dwellings with garages and verandahs and 1 two-storey storey detached dwelling with verandah and garage on boundary and combined fencing and retaining walls up to 2.6m in height.
Highgate Village Streetscape Upgrade
Stage 1 upgrade of the Highgate Village Business Precinct, including new footpath paving, garden beds, street furniture, shade trees, and improved pedestrian access.
Estia Health Myrtle Bank Expansion
Expansion of a luxury residential care facility involves building a two-storey structure with 46 beds connecting to the existing facility. The project aims to increase total beds to 118, adding four apartments.
Ridge Park Master Plan
The City of Unley commenced the Master Plan process to explore the community's vision for Ridge Park and guide future improvements. The Plan's focus is improving junior sport services for a range of local clubs, schools, and associations. Council is also looking to strengthen the biodiversity and environmental values of the Park and to improving stormwater harvesting and reuse.
1,024 residents of Linden Park are employed, from a labour force of 1,039. Unemployment sits at 1.4%, with participation at 56.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,041, about 88% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Linden Park features an exceptionally qualified workforce, with professional services representing a major sector, an unemployment rate of only 1.4%, and an estimated 3.0% expansion in employment over the past year, according to aggregated statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 1,024 employed residents, with the unemployment rate tracking 2.4% below the 3.8% recorded across Greater Adelaide, while workforce participation is low at 56.5% compared to 66.6% in the wider metropolitan region. Census responses show that 16.9% of residents worked from home, though this figure should be interpreted in light of COVID-19 lockdown measures.
The primary employment sectors for residents are healthcare and social assistance, professional and technical services, and education and training. The local workforce has a notable concentration in professional and technical services, with employment levels at 2.0 times the regional average. Conversely, construction is under-represented, employing only 5.9% of the workforce compared to 8.7% across Greater Adelaide. The area is predominantly residential and appears to offer few local jobs, as shown by the comparison of the Census working population against the resident population. According to analysis of SALM and ABS data aggregated from broader statistical areas, employment in the suburb of Linden Park grew by 3.0% and the labor force expanded by 2.8% during the 12 months ending March 2026, leading to a 0.2 percentage point reduction in unemployment. Over the same period, Greater Adelaide recorded employment growth of 4.2% and labor force growth of 4.0%, with a decline in unemployment of 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 provide further context for future demand. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce profile to estimate future growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates vary significantly by sector. Applying these industry-specific projections to the local employment profile suggests employment should grow by 7.4% over five years and 15.1% over ten years, noting this is a simple weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that does not account for local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Linden Park is $1,893 a week (about $98,000 a year), with median personal income at $874 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,262 a year against an average of $85,598. The average runs 64% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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ATO postcode data for the financial year 2023 indicates that taxpayer incomes in the suburb of Linden Park are among the highest in the country, showing a median income of $52,262 and an average of $85,598. This stands in contrast to the Greater Adelaide median of $54,808 and average of $66,852. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since the financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would be approximately $57,577 for the median and $94,303 for the average. The 2021 Census data shows that personal, family, and household incomes in the area are positioned around the 60th percentile nationally.
The income distribution reveals that 30.2% of the population (698 individuals) earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is similar to the broader region where 31.8% fall into this bracket. After housing costs, residents retain 86.5% of their income for other expenditures, and the area is positioned in the 8th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Linden Park had 819 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 61% detached houses and 8% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 45% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $413 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 21.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the most recent Census, the residential property mix in the suburb of Linden Park consisted of 61.0% houses and 39.0% alternative dwellings, such as semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings across the Adelaide metropolitan area. The home ownership rate was notably high at 45.1%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (32.3%) or rented (22.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,167, which is higher than the Adelaide metropolitan average of $1,562, while the median weekly rent was $413, compared to the metropolitan average of $320.
Nationally, mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well above the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Linden Park counted 819 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.7 people each. 40% are couples with children, more than in 79% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 71.4%, consisting of 39.9% couples with children, 20.7% couples without children, and 9.8% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 28.6% of the area, with single person households accounting for 26.7% and group households representing 1.3%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
52.5% of adults in Linden Park hold a university qualification, including 30.9% with a bachelor degree and 17.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 8.1% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 982 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,163 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Academic qualifications in the suburb of Linden Park are exceptionally high, with 52.5% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% across SA and 28.9% in Greater Adelaide. This strong educational profile positions the community well for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 30.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 17.0% and graduate diplomas at 4.6%. Vocational qualifications are held by 17.4% of residents aged 15 and over, comprising advanced diplomas at 9.3% and certificates at 8.1%. A high proportion of residents are engaged in study, with 32.8% of the population enrolled in formal education.
This group comprises 12.7% in primary school, 7.9% in secondary school, and 6.1% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Linden Park reaches 10 stops on 17 routes, timetabled for about 700 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport analysis indicates there are 10 active bus stops within the suburb of Linden Park. These stops are served by 17 distinct routes, which provide a total of 698 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is excellent, with residents living an average of 197 meters from their nearest stop. Because the area is primarily residential, most residents commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 83%, followed by bus transit at 9% and cycling at 4%. Dwellings have an average of 1.3 vehicles. In the 2021 Census, 16.9% of residents reported working from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.
Service frequency averages 99 trips per day across all transport routes, which equates to approximately 69 weekly trips for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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73.1% of residents in Linden Park report no long-term health condition. 9.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 60.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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The suburb of Linden Park displays favorable health characteristics, with low overall mortality rates and a low prevalence of chronic conditions among the general population, though rates are higher than the national average within older, vulnerable groups. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, with approximately 61% of residents (1,405 people) holding cover. This compares to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%. The most common chronic conditions reported by residents are mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 7.2% and 6.2% of the population, respectively. Additionally, 73.1% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 25.8% of the population (596 people), which is higher than the 19.2% average for Greater Adelaide. Although health outcomes for seniors present some challenges, they rank lower nationally than the outcomes for the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
42.9% of Linden Park residents were born overseas and 43.2% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 85% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (20.2%) and Chinese (17.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Linden Park displays a high degree of cultural diversity, with 42.9% of the population born overseas and 43.2% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religion, practiced by 40.7% of residents. However, the most notable religious representation is Buddhism, which is practiced by 5.0% of the population, compared to 2.4% across Greater Adelaide. Regarding parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are English at 20.2% of the population, which is lower than the regional average of 27.8%, Chinese at 17.9%, which is higher than the regional average of 3.1%, and Australian at 15.3%, which is lower than the regional average of 22.8%.
Other ethnic groups show notable differences in representation, with Korean residents making up 1.0% of the population compared to 0.3% regionally, Russian residents at 0.5% compared to 0.3%, and Indian residents at 4.9% compared to 2.3%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Linden Park is 41. 20.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 41 years in the suburb of Linden Park is slightly higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and the national average of 38. Residents aged 85 and over are highly represented at 7.0%, while the 25 to 34 age bracket is relatively small at 8.1% compared to Greater Adelaide. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age cohort has increased from 10.1% to 12.3% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has grown from 8.3% to 9.8%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 11.0% to 9.7%, and the 65 to 74 age group decreased from 10.1% to 9.0%.
Demographic projections to 2041 indicate that the population aged 85 and over will expand by 138 people (85%), growing from 161 to 300. The combined population aged 65 and over is projected to account for 73% of total population growth, reflecting an aging population, while the 35 to 44 and 5 to 14 cohorts are expected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Linden Park
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | May 2026 3 months ago all 13 measures |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 4 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,367 at the 2021 Census → 2,312 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL40764). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.