Millicent

Millicent has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, as of Nov 2025, Millicent's estimated population is around 5,298. This reflects an increase of 188 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,110. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 5,274 residents following examination of ABS' latest ERP data release (June 2024) and validation of an additional 50 new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 34 persons per square kilometer. Millicent's growth rate of 3.7% since census positions it within 2.9 percentage points of the SA3 area (6.6%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Interstate migration contributed approximately 73.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, primarily driving the area's population growth.

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, based on 2021 data and released in 2023, with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Future population trends anticipate lower quartile growth for national non-metropolitan areas, with the Millicent statistical area (Lv2) expected to grow by 153 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 2.5% in total over the 17 years.

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

Millicent recorded approximately 12 residential properties approved annually based on AreaSearch analysis. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 61 homes were approved, with an additional 5 in FY-26 so far. This results in about 0.4 new residents per year arriving for each new home over the past five financial years.

The average construction value of these properties is $369,000, indicating a focus on premium segment development. In FY-26, Millicent has seen $4.0 million in commercial approvals. Compared to Rest of SA, Millicent shows reduced construction activity, with 53.0% fewer new properties per person. This scarcity can strengthen demand and prices for existing properties. Recent development consists entirely of standalone homes, preserving the area's low density nature.

As of now, there are approximately 659 people in the area per dwelling approval. Future projections estimate Millicent to add 130 residents by 2041, with current development rates comfortably meeting demand and supporting potential growth beyond current population projections.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified three projects likely to impact the area. Key projects are Stringy Bark Drive Residential Subdivision, Wattle Range Council General Code Amendment, Limestone Coast Hydrogen Hub (LCH2), and Lower Limestone Coast Water Allocation Plan. The following details those most relevant.

Professional plan users can use the search below to filter and access additional projects.

Denotes AI-based impression for illustrative purposes only, not to be taken as definitive under any circumstances. Please follow links and conduct other investigations from the project's source for actual imagery. Developers and project owners wishing us to use original imagery please Contact Us and we will do so.

AreaSearch assessment indicates Millicent faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

Millicent's workforce comprises both white and blue-collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors prominent. The unemployment rate is 4.8%.

Over the past year, employment has remained relatively stable. As of September 2025, 2,263 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.6% lower than Rest of SA's 5.3%. Workforce participation stands at 49.0%, compared to Rest of SA's 54.1%. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade.

Manufacturing is particularly notable, with employment levels at 1.6 times the regional average. Agriculture, forestry & fishing has a limited presence, at 8.6% compared to the regional 14.5%. The area may offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by Census data. Over the 12 months to September 2025, labour force levels increased by 1.5%, while employment declined by 0.5%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 1.9 percentage points. By comparison, Rest of SA recorded employment growth of 0.3% and labour force growth of 2.3%. 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. Applying these projections to Millicent's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 5.4% over five years and 12.2% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 shows that Millicent has lower income compared to national averages. The median income is $44,903 and the average is $56,168. In contrast, Rest of SA has a median income of $48,920 and an average of $58,933. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since financial year ending June 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 are approximately $48,854 (median) and $61,111 (average). The 2021 Census data reveals that household, family, and personal incomes in Millicent fall between the 2nd and 7th percentiles nationally. Income analysis shows that the predominant cohort is 30.2% of locals (1,599 people) with incomes between $400 - $799 per week, contrasting with the surrounding region where the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket leads at 27.5%. This indicates that 40.8% of Millicent's residents have constrained household budgets due to lower incomes. Despite modest housing costs, allowing for 88.7% income retention, total disposable income ranks at just the 6th percentile nationally.

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

In Millicent, as per the most recent Census evaluation, 85.9% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 14.1% being semi-detached properties, apartments, or other types of dwellings. This compares to Non-Metro SA's figures of 87.6% houses and 12.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Millicent stood at 42.5%, with mortgaged dwellings accounting for 31.6% and rented dwellings making up 25.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $902, which is lower than Non-Metro SA's average of $1,083. The median weekly rent figure in Millicent was recorded at $175, compared to Non-Metro SA's figure of $205. Nationally, Millicent's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 62.5% of all households, including 20.5% couples with children, 30.5% couples without children, and 10.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 37.5%, with lone person households at 36.1% and group households comprising 1.3%. The median household size is 2.2 people, smaller than the Rest of SA average of 2.3.

Millicent faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 9.7%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This discrepancy presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 7.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.1%). Trade and technical skills are prevalent, with 39.1% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (7.0%) and certificates (32.1%).

A substantial 24.5% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 10.4% in primary education, 8.0% in secondary education, and 1.7% in tertiary education.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

Health performance in Millicent is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Millicent faces significant health challenges with various conditions affecting both younger and older residents. Private health cover stands at approximately 49% of the total population (~2,608 people), lower than the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (11.4%) and mental health issues (9.7%). Conversely, 57.8% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 65.5% in Rest of SA. Residents aged 65 and over comprise 28.9% (1,531 people), higher than the 23.3% in Rest of SA. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors are challenging but better than those for the general population.

Millicent is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Millicent's population shows low cultural diversity with 88.9% born in Australia, 91.8% being citizens, and 96.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion at 39.8%. The 'Other' category is slightly overrepresented at 0.6%, compared to 0.5% regionally.

Ancestry-wise, Australian (34.3%), English (33.0%), and Scottish (7.9%) are the top groups. Dutch (2.1%), German (5.1%), and Italian (3.0%) show notable overrepresentation compared to regional averages of 1.7%, 6.4%, and 2.0% respectively.

Millicent hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Millicent's median age is 49, which is higher than the Rest of South Africa figure of 47. It also substantially exceeds the national norm of 38 years old. Compared to Rest of SA, Millicent has a higher concentration of residents aged 15-24 (12.3%) but fewer residents aged 35-44 (8.5%). Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 8.3% to 9.6% of Millicent's population. Conversely, the 35 to 44 age group has declined from 9.7% to 8.5%, and the 45 to 54 age group has dropped from 13.0% to 11.8%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Millicent's age structure. The 75 to 84 age group is projected to grow by 45%, reaching 738 people from the current figure of 508. This growth will be led by those aged 65 and above, who comprise 91% of the projected population growth in Millicent. Meanwhile, both the 5 to 14 and 0 to 4 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.