Maylands (SA)

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

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the suburb of Maylands' population is estimated at around 1,587 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 79 people (5.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,508 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 1,582 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional three validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,994 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Maylands' 5.2% growth since census positions it within 2.3 percentage points of the state (7.5%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 92.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Considering the projected demographic shifts, a population increase just below the median of national statistical areas is expected, with the suburb of Maylands expected to increase by 150 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 9.1% in total over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Maylands, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Maylands averaging around 5 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 25 homes. As of FY-26, 7 approvals have been recorded. This averages out to approximately 1.7 new residents per year arriving per new home between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating a stable market with balanced supply and demand. However, this figure has recently accelerated to 13.2 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, suggesting increasing demand and tightening supply. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $836,000, reflecting developers' focus on the premium market.

In FY-26, commercial development approvals totalling $10.5 million have been recorded, indicating balanced commercial development activity in Maylands compared to Greater Adelaide. The area shows substantially reduced construction activity, with 50.0% below the regional average per person, which typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings. This is also under the national average, suggesting Maylands' established nature and potential planning limitations. New development consists of 60.0% standalone homes and 40.0% townhouses or apartments, offering options across different price points from family homes to more affordable compact living. With around 629 people per dwelling approval, Maylands reflects a highly mature market.

Future projections estimate Maylands adding 145 residents by 2041, with building activity keeping pace with growth projections despite potential increased competition among buyers as the population grows.

Maylands has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 24thth percentile nationally

No infrastructure projects have been identified by AreaSearch that could impact the area. Key projects include Osmond Terrace Mixed-Use Development, Norwood Green, Trinity Valley Stormwater Drainage Upgrade, and SA Water Capital Work Delivery Contracts 2024-28.

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Employment performance in Maylands ranks among the strongest 15% of areas evaluated nationally

Maylands has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 2.3%. Over the past year, estimated employment growth was 4.5%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of December 2025922 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.5% lower than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation is at 69.1%, slightly higher than Greater Adelaide's 66.0%. A moderate 13.7% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key industries include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training.

Notably, employment in professional & technical services is at 2.2 times the regional average. Retail trade has limited presence with only 5.9% of employment compared to the regional average of 10.0%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 4.5%, while the labour force also grew by 4.5%, keeping unemployment relatively stable at 2.3%. In contrast, Greater Adelaide saw employment rise by 4.2% and the labour force grow by 3.9%, with a decrease in unemployment of 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industries. Applying these projections to Maylands' employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 7.4% over five years and 15.0% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Maylands' income level is extremely high nationally according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The suburb's median income among taxpayers is $62,577 and average income stands at $94,360, compared to Greater Adelaide's figures of $54,808 and $66,852 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $68,941 (median) and $103,956 (average) as of March 2026. Census 2021 income data shows individual earnings stand out at the 80th percentile nationally ($1,018 weekly). Income analysis reveals predominant cohort spans 27.2% of locals (431 people) in $1,500 - 2,999 category, consistent with broader trends across regional levels showing 31.8% in the same category. After housing, 85.2% of income remains for other expenses and area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

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

Maylands' dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 65.4% houses and 34.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other'). In comparison, Adelaide metro had 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Maylands was at 35.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 32.4% and rented ones at 32.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,167, higher than Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. Median weekly rent in Maylands was $338, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Maylands' mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,167 versus the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower at $338 against the national figure of $375.

Maylands features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 60.0% of all households, including 27.6% couples with children, 22.7% couples without children, and 8.8% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 40.0%, with lone person households at 36.3% and group households comprising 3.4%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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

Maylands' residents aged 15 and above have a notably high level of educational attainment. Specifically, 49.8% hold university qualifications, which is significantly higher than the state (SA) average of 25.7% and the Greater Adelaide average of 28.9%. This indicates that Maylands has a substantial educational advantage. Among those with university qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 31.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 12.9% and graduate diplomas at 5.4%.

Vocational pathways also account for a significant portion of qualifications among residents aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas making up 9.7% and certificates accounting for 11.5%. Educational participation is notably high in Maylands, with 27.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.0% in primary education, 7.5% in tertiary education, and 6.8% pursuing secondary education.

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

Maylands has four operational public transport stops, all offering bus services. These stops are served by fourteen different routes, collectively facilitating 1,166 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is deemed good, with residents typically residing 241 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 78%, followed by buses at 12% and walking at 5%. On average, there is one vehicle per dwelling, lower than the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 13.7% of residents work from home, a figure possibly influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 166 trips per day, equating to approximately 291 weekly trips per stop.

Maylands's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Maylands based on AreaSearch's assessment conducted in May 2022. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were found to be very low across all age groups. Private health cover was exceptionally high at approximately 64% of the total population, which numbered 1,019 people.

This compares to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%. The most common medical conditions were mental health issues affecting 9.2% of residents and asthma impacting 7.1%. A total of 71.3% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide. Working-age residents showed notably healthy outcomes with low chronic condition prevalence. The area had 18.0% of residents aged 65 and over, numbering 285 people, which was lower than the 19.2% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors were particularly strong, ranking even higher than the general population nationally.

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

Maylands' population, born overseas, was 26.5%, higher than most local markets. At home, 20.8% spoke languages other than English. Christianity dominated Maylands with 42.0%.

The 'Other' religion category was slightly overrepresented at 1.3%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 1.8%. Top three ancestry groups were English (25.4%), Australian (19.9%), and Italian (11.8%), the latter being significantly higher than the regional average of 5.2%. Hungarian, French, and Greek ethnicities showed notable increases in Maylands compared to regional averages: Hungarian at 0.5% vs 0.3%, French at 0.8% vs 0.4%, and Greek at 2.8% vs 2.0%.

Maylands's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Maylands as of May was 40 years, similar to Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years, but somewhat older than Australia's median age of 38 years. The age group of 55-64 had a strong representation at 14.2%, compared to Greater Adelaide's percentage. Conversely, the 5-14 age group was less prevalent in Maylands at 8.9%. Post-2021 Census data showed that the 15-24 age group grew from 11.2% to 13.7% of the population, while the 35-44 cohort increased from 13.4% to 14.8%. However, the 45-54 age group declined from 14.2% to 12.7%, and the 5-14 group dropped from 10.2% to 8.9%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Maylands. Notably, the 85+ age group is expected to grow by 67% (34 people), reaching a total of 85 from its current figure of 50. The combined 65+ age groups are projected to account for 55% of the total population growth, reflecting Maylands' aging demographic trend. In contrast, the 0-4 and 5-14 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.