Moorak

Population growth drivers in Moorak are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of November 2025, the estimated population of Moorak is around 1,521. This reflects an increase of 109 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,412. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population at 1,515 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, along with an additional three validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 20 persons per square kilometer. Moorak's growth of 7.7% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (5.4%) and the non-metro area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 56% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and interstate migration were positive factors.

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 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 Australia's non-metropolitan areas, with Moorak expected to increase by 33 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a decrease of 2.0% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Moorak according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Moorak averages three development approvals per year over the past five years, totalling 19. This low level of activity is typical in rural areas with modest housing needs and limited construction due to local demand and infrastructure capacity. Notably, the small number of approvals can significantly impact annual growth and relativity statistics.

Compared to Rest of SA and national patterns, Moorak's development activity is much lower. Recent building activity comprises solely detached houses, catering primarily to families seeking a rural lifestyle with space. Currently, Moorak reflects a transitioning market with approximately 242 people per approval. Given the expected stable or declining population, housing pressure in Moorak may ease, potentially presenting buying opportunities.

With population expected to remain stable or decline, Moorak should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Moorak has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 23rdth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified ten projects that could impact the region. Notable projects include Limestone Estate Residential Development, Blue Lake Solar Lighting Renewal Project, Springview Estate, and Blue Lake Sports Park Master Plan Implementation. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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The employment environment in Moorak shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Moorak has a balanced workforce comprising white and blue-collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors prominently featured. Its unemployment rate is 2.0%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of June 2025, Moorak had 494 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.6% below Rest of SA's rate of 4.6%. Workforce participation in Moorak was significantly lower at 33.3%, compared to Rest of SA's 54.1%. Key employment industries include agriculture, forestry & fishing, construction, and health care & social assistance. Construction stands out with employment levels at 1.5 times the regional average.

Conversely, health care & social assistance shows lower representation at 10.3% versus the regional average of 13.9%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work, indicated by the count of Census working population to local population. In the 12-month period ending in June 2025, Moorak's labour force decreased by 1.6%, employment declined by 2.4%, leading to a rise in unemployment by 0.8 percentage points. This contrasts with Rest of SA where employment fell by 1.2%, labour force expanded by 0.1%, and unemployment rose by 1.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Moorak's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.4% over five years and 11.7% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

Moorak's median taxpayer income is $54,558 and average income is $66,984 according to latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. This is slightly above national averages, contrasting with Rest of SA's median income of $46,889 and average income of $56,582. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Moorak would be approximately $61,558 (median) and $75,578 (average) as of September 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Moorak cluster around the 58th percentile nationally. The earnings profile shows 40.7% of the population fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, consistent with broader trends across regional levels showing 27.5% in the same category. After housing costs, residents retain 91.3% of income, reflecting strong purchasing power and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

In Moorak, as per the latest Census, 91.8% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 8.2% being semi-detached homes, apartments, or other types. This compares to Non-Metro SA's 87.6% houses and 12.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Moorak stood at 44.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 49.0% and rented ones at 6.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,400, higher than Non-Metro SA's average of $1,083 but significantly lower than the national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Moorak was $250, compared to Non-Metro SA's $205 and the national figure of $375.

Moorak features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 84.7% of all households, including 37.2% couples with children, 37.2% couples without children, and 7.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 15.3%, with lone person households at 15.3% and group households comprising 1.5%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Rest of South Africa average of 2.3.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 11.5%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (0.7%) and graduate diplomas (0.7%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 27.5% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 5.3% and certificates at 22.2%.

Educational participation is high, with 63.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 28.1% in primary, 19.0% in secondary, and 4.7% in tertiary education. Moorak Primary School serves the local area, with an enrollment of 102 students as of a recent report. The school's ICSEA score is 957, indicating typical Australian school conditions with balanced educational opportunities. It caters exclusively to primary education, with secondary options available in nearby areas. Local school capacity is limited, with 6.7 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 14.9, resulting in many families traveling for schooling.

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Moorak's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Moorak shows excellent health outcomes, with very low prevalence of common conditions across all ages. Approximately 53% (~813 people) have private health cover, higher than the 49.4% Rest of SA average.

The most prevalent conditions are arthritis (8.1%) and asthma (7.2%), while 73.7% report no medical ailments, compared to 65.5% in Rest of SA. Moorak has 15.8% (240 people) aged 65+, lower than the 23.3% in Rest of SA. Seniors' health outcomes align with the general population's profile.

The latest Census data sees Moorak placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Moorak had a cultural diversity level below average, with 49.6% citizens, 90.6% born in Australia, and 99.0% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 45.6%. Judaism's representation was overstated at 0.0%, compared to Rest of SA's 0.0%.

Ancestry-wise, Australian (34.4%), English (31.8%), and Scottish (10.7%) were top groups. Notably, German ethnicity was overrepresented at 7.4% (vs regional 6.4%), Macedonian at 0.3% (vs 0.0%), and New Zealand at 0.7% (vs 0.4%).

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

Moorak has a median age of 42, which is younger than the Rest of SA figure of 47 but higher than the national norm of 38. The 35-44 age group makes up 21.1% of Moorak's population, compared to Rest of SA, while the 75-84 cohort is less prevalent at 4.9%. This concentration in the 35-44 age group is significantly higher than the national figure of 14.2%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 3.6% to 4.9%, and the 55 to 64 cohort has increased from 12.7% to 13.9%. Conversely, the 35 to 44 cohort has declined from 22.1% to 21.1%. By 2041, Moorak is expected to see notable shifts in its age composition. The 75 to 84 group is projected to grow by 31%, reaching 98 from 74, with those aged 65 and above comprising 80% of the projected growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age cohorts.