Normanville (SA)

Normanville 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, Normanville's population is estimated at around 1,906, a decrease of 59 people from the 2021 Census count of 1,965. This decrease reflects an inferred resident population of 1,870 as of June 2024, based on AreaSearch validation and ABS ERP data release. The population density is approximately 109 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, Normanville's compound annual growth rate was 2.5%, surpassing its SA3 area. Interstate migration contributed about 86% of recent population gains. For projections, AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia data (released in 2024 with a 2022 base year) for covered SA2 areas and SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections (adjusted from 2021 data, released in 2023) for other years.

Nationally, non-metropolitan areas are projected to grow above the median. By 2041, Normanville is expected to gain 277 persons, reflecting a total growth of 24.8% over 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Normanville when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Normanville had approximately 11 new homes approved annually. From FY-21 to FY-25, around 59 homes were approved, with one more in FY-26. On average, 3.7 people moved to the area per dwelling built during these years.

This high demand outpaces supply, potentially driving up prices and increasing competition among buyers. New properties are constructed at an average value of $528,000, indicating a focus on premium developments. This financial year, $1.6 million in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting a predominantly residential focus. Compared to the Rest of SA, Normanville has significantly less development activity, which is 54.0% below the regional average per person.

This constrained new construction may reinforce demand and pricing for existing dwellings. Recent building activity consists entirely of detached dwellings, maintaining Normanville's low density character with a focus on family homes. With around 182 people per dwelling approval, Normanville exhibits characteristics of a low density area. Population forecasts indicate Normanville will gain approximately 472 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Normanville has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 16thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified two projects expected to affect the region: Aspen Normanville Lifestyle and Tourism Park and Normanville Foreshore and Jetty Caravan Park Masterplan. Additionally, Main South Road Safety Upgrades between Myponga and Cape Jervis, along with SA Water Capital Work Delivery Contracts are notable initiatives.

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The employment landscape in Normanville presents a mixed picture: unemployment remains low at 3.5%, yet recent job losses have affected its comparative national standing

Normanville has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation. Its unemployment rate is 3.5%. Over the past year, it maintained relative employment stability.

As of September 2025806 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.9% lower than Rest of SA's rate of 5.3%. Workforce participation is at 51.3%, compared to Rest of SA's 58.5%. According to Census responses, 14.5% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, accommodation & food, and retail trade.

The area specializes in accommodation & food with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level, but agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 5.0%. Local employment opportunities appear limited based on resident population versus working population count. Between September 2024 and September 2025, labour force levels increased by 1.1% while employment declined by 0.1%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 1.3 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of SA saw employment growth of 0.3% and labour force growth of 2.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Normanville's employment mix suggests local employment should grow by 6.1% in five years and 12.9% in ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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 2023 shows Normanville's median income among taxpayers is $37,204, with an average of $47,203. This is below the national average. 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 2023, current estimates for Normanville's median and average incomes are approximately $40,478 and $51,357 respectively as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data indicates household, family and personal incomes in Normanville fall between the 3rd and 6th percentiles nationally. Income analysis reveals that 34.7% of residents earn $400 - 799 weekly (661 residents), contrasting with metropolitan regions where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket leads at 27.5%. The prevalence of lower-income residents (40.3% under $800/week) suggests constrained household budgets across much of Normanville. Housing costs are modest, with 87.3% of income retained, but total disposable income ranks at just the 6th percentile nationally.

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

Dwelling structure in Normanville, as evaluated at the latest Census, consisted of 91.3% houses and 8.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro SA's 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Normanville was at 56.1%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (27.9%) or rented (16.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,218, higher than Non-Metro SA's average of $1,153. Median weekly rent in Normanville was $300, compared to Non-Metro SA's $220. Nationally, Normanville's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Normanville has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 68.9% of all households, including 14.8% couples with children, 46.5% couples without children, and 6.6% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 31.1%, with lone person households at 29.8% and group households making up 1.6%. The median household size is 2.1 people, which is smaller than the Rest of SA average of 2.3.

The educational profile of Normanville exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 17.3%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This gap presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 41.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 13.8% and certificates at 28.0%.

School and university attendance covers 19.0% of the community, including 7.2% in primary education, 6.4% in secondary education, and 1.8% pursuing tertiary education.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

The level of general health in Normanville is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Normanville shows superior health outcomes according to AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence across both young and elderly cohorts, with low prevalence of common health conditions. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally low at approximately 46% (~871 people), compared to 48.9% in Rest of SA and the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (15.1%) and mental health issues (8.4%), while 56.9% report no medical ailments, compared to 62.5% in Rest of SA.

Working-age residents face significant health challenges due to higher chronic condition rates. Normanville has a notably higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 42.6% (811 people), compared to 27.1% in Rest of SA. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, roughly aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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

Normanville, as per the data, exhibited a lower level of cultural diversity. The majority of its population was born in Australia, standing at 79.8%, with 91.9% being citizens and 98.1% speaking English exclusively at home. Christianity emerged as the predominant religion in Normanville, accounting for 45.0% of the population.

Notably, Judaism, which constituted 0.0% of both Normanville's and Rest of SA's populations, showed no overrepresentation. Regarding ancestry, the top three groups were English (38.8%), Australian (26.5%), and Scottish (8.7%). While these figures are higher than regional averages for English and Australian, they are lower for Scottish. There was an overrepresentation of Welsh people at 1.1% compared to the regional average of 0.5%, German at 6.2% versus 8.2%, and French at 0.6% against 0.3%.

Normanville ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Normanville's median age is 61 years, which is significantly higher than the Rest of SA average of 47 and substantially exceeds the Australian median of 38. The 65-74 age group constitutes 25.6% of Normanville's population, compared to Rest of SA, while the 25-34 cohort makes up only 2.9%. This concentration in the 65-74 age group is well above the national average of 9.5%. Between the 2021 Census and present, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 11.9% to 13.6%, while the 15 to 24 cohort increased from 6.1% to 7.5%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 4.7% to 2.9%, and the 55 to 64 group dropped from 19.3% to 17.8%. By 2041, Normanville's age composition is expected to shift notably. The 85+ age cohort is projected to surge dramatically, expanding by 113 people (175%) from 64 to 178. Senior residents aged 65 and above will drive 65% of population growth, underscoring demographic aging trends. Meanwhile, the 35 to 44 cohort is projected to decline by 0 people.