Para Hills

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DemographicsPopulation Growth in Para Hills

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Para Hills has an estimated 6,782 residents. That puts 2,113 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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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of regional ABS updates alongside validated post-Census address additions, the suburb of Para Hills has an estimated population of approximately 6,782 as of Aug 2026. Compared to the 6,793 residents counted in the 2021 Census, this indicates a slight contraction of 11 people (0.2%). This figure is derived from an Estimated Resident Population of 6,735 calculated from the ABS June 2025 release, combined with 51 newly confirmed addresses since the Census. With 2,112 persons per square kilometer, the suburb maintains a population density that exceeds the benchmark across national areas monitored by AreaSearch.

Inbound international migration served as the primary demographic driver, accounting for roughly 62.0% of recent population additions. Projections for the suburb of Para Hills incorporate 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia models (benchmarked to 2022) across SA2 divisions, supplemented beyond 2032 and in unmodeled sections by 2023 SA State Government age-cohort projections (benchmarked to 2021) aggregated from LGA to SA2 levels using weighted growth methods. Based on these demographic forecasts, population expansion is anticipated to sit slightly under the median of localities reviewed by AreaSearch. Over the 16 years running to 2041, aggregated SA2 projections indicate the suburb of Para Hills will add 336 residents, translating to a total cumulative increase of 4.3%.

Frequently Asked Questions - Population

What is the latest population estimate for the suburb of Para Hills?
Total population for the suburb of Para Hills was estimated to be approximately 6,782 as at Aug 26. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 6,735 from the ABS up to June 2025.
How has the population in the suburb of Para Hills changed since 2021?
The suburb of para hills has lost approximately 11 people and shown a 0.16% decrease from the 6,793 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
What is the population density in the suburb of Para Hills?
The population density in the suburb of Para Hills is estimated at 2,112 persons per square kilometer based on the latest population estimate.
How much has the population grown over the past 10 years in the suburb of Para Hills?
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Para Hills has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.0% per annum.
What are the main drivers of population growth in the suburb of Para Hills?
Population growth in the suburb of Para Hills is driven by: Overseas migration (62.0%), Natural increase (38.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 62.0% of overall population gains.

Residential SupplyHousing Development & Building Approvals in Para Hills

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169 new dwellings have been approved in Para Hills over the past five years, an average of 33 a year. That is 4.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 31 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 90% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 16, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.

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Analysis of ABS building approvals by AreaSearch shows that the suburb of Para Hills registers roughly 33 residential consents each year. Across the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25169 dwellings received approval, including 16 granted during FY-25 to date. With local population numbers slightly receding, incoming housing volume has adequately matched market requirements, preserving favorable options for purchasers. Approved dwellings show an average construction cost of $323,000, aligning with wider regional averages. Furthermore, approvals for commercial building totaled $3.3 million during this financial year, underscoring the predominantly residential orientation of the area.

Per capita residential building approvals in the suburb of Para Hills ran moderately higher than Greater Adelaide over the 5 year span (tracking 14.0% higher than the regional per-person benchmark), which has supported choice for purchasers and anchored local asset values, despite a recent softening in activity. Consents are heavily weighted toward standalone houses at 90.0%, with attached homes comprising 10.0%, preserving the traditional suburban setting centered around spacious family properties. A ratio of roughly 409 residents for each approval characterizes the suburb as an established, mature market. According to the latest quarterly projections from AreaSearch, the suburb of Para Hills is projected to add 289 residents by 2041. Ongoing construction trends suggest that the addition of residential properties will easily satisfy upcoming demand, sustaining accommodating market dynamics for purchasers and creating the capacity to support demographic gains beyond projected baseline levels.

Frequently Asked Questions - Development

How many dwelling approvals have occurred in the suburb of Para Hills recently?
Dwelling approval activity in the the suburb of Para Hills area has seen 68 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Para Hills's current population of 6,782 has been supported by 33 approvals on average over recent years.
How does the suburb of Para Hills's development activity compare to the broader region?
The suburb of Para Hills has seen 0.46 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.74 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 409 people in the suburb of Para Hills, compared to one for every 122 in the broader region.
Is the suburb of Para Hills keeping up with housing demand?
With the population expected to increase by 289 people by 2041, around 145 new dwellings will be necessary. Recent approval levels appear more than sufficient to meet these forecasts, considering the census average of 2.0 persons per dwelling. This suggests that population growth may exceed trend projections in the coming years, supported by a robust housing supply.
What has been the trend in development approvals over the past five years in the suburb of Para Hills?
Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Para Hills's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 33, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
How many dwellings will be needed to accommodate future population growth in the suburb of Para Hills?
The population in the suburb of Para Hills is expected to grow by 289 people by 2041, necessitating approximately 145 new dwellings. This calculation is based on the current census average of 2.0 persons per dwelling in the area.
How does recent development compare to population growth in the suburb of Para Hills?
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Para Hills has grown by approximately 248 people, while 169 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.5 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
Are there opportunities for residential developers in the suburb of Para Hills?
With dwelling approval activity running at an average of 33 approvals per year and a population of 6,782, the market appears to be adequately supplied relative to projected housing demand in recent years, suggesting that developers should have a longer-term approach when considering new projects. With the population expected to increase by 289 people by 2041, around 145 new dwellings will be necessary. Recent approval levels appear more than sufficient to meet these forecasts, considering the census average of 2.0 persons per dwelling. This suggests that population growth may exceed trend projections in the coming years, supported by a robust housing supply.
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Project PipelineInfrastructure & Major Projects in Para Hills

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AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Para Hills, worth an estimated $965 million. A further 30 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $5.74 billion. 5 are already under construction and 5 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and health & medical. 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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Public investment, strategic urban planning initiatives, and major local developments exert a transformative effect on area dynamics. AreaSearch has pinpointed 8 key infrastructure undertakings positioned to influence the surrounding area, highlighted by Keswick Gardens Retirement Village Expansion, Springbank Waters Residential Estate, Para Hills West Urban Renewal Precinct, and The Heights Estate Para Hills.

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What are some of the major infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Para Hills?
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Para Hills include: Springbank Waters Residential Estate (Construction); Keswick Gardens Retirement Village Expansion (Construction); The Heights Estate Para Hills (Construction); Para Hills West Urban Renewal Precinct (Planning); and The Gardens Lifestyle Village (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
What types of infrastructure projects are impacting the suburb of Para Hills?
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Para Hills spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, and Health & Medical, among others.
What is the scale of infrastructure investment impacting the suburb of Para Hills?
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates substantial capital deployment exceeding $3.9 billion in projects that will impact the extended area, with a notable concentration of investment within the immediate the suburb of Para Hills vicinity.
How does the suburb of Para Hills's infrastructure development compare to other areas?
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Para Hills currently ranks below national averages at the 28thth percentile.
Springbank Waters Residential Estate
Category: Residential Development
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2027
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A large, master-planned residential community completed in stages over two decades, featuring over 1,100 homes, wetlands, and parks. The final stage is delivering over 400 new homes and is currently under construction.

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Para Hills West Urban Renewal Precinct
Category: Communities
Stage: Planning | Est. Comp: 2036
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State Government-led urban renewal initiative to transform underutilised former Housing SA land in Para Hills West into a mixed-use precinct with up to 1,000 new homes including affordable and social housing. Led by Renewal SA, the project targets medium-density development over approximately a decade. As of April 2026, the project does not appear in Renewal SA's current active projects portfolio and the dedicated project page has been removed, indicating it may be under strategic review or absorbed into a broader northern Adelaide housing program.

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The Gardens Lifestyle Village
Category: Health & Medical
Stage: Completed | Est. Comp: 2022
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Premier retirement lifestyle village featuring 210 modern homes with resort-style recreational facilities. Developed by Lifestyle SA (established 2000), a subsidiary of Pickard Norris Joint Venture. Offers independent living with activities including lawn bowls, swimming pool, gym, and community programs. Located close to shopping, medical clinics, and public transport.

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Pooraka Enterprise Park Expansion - Stage 2 (Various Sites)
Category: Business Parks & Technology Hubs
Stage: Completed | Est. Comp: 2026
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Established industrial precinct in Pooraka, Adelaide's inner north, originally developed by Australasian Property Developments as a 50,000 sqm greenfield site with commitments from Cavpower, Best Bar and Mechvac. The flagship 35-37 Maxwell Road estate (2.70ha, 7,917 sqm GLA) was acquired by Realside Ovest in 2022 as part of the Ovest Industrial Fund 2 and is now a fully leased asset. More recent additions across the precinct include a brand-new five-unit office/warehouse development at 17-21 Maxwell Road, which has since sold, and a recently completed warehouse at 23-25 Maxwell Road available for occupancy in April 2026.The precinct benefits from strong access to Main North Road, Port Wakefield Road, Grand Junction Road and the Northern Expressway, supporting continued employment growth in Adelaide's northern industrial corridor.

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Wynn Vale Grove Shopping Centre Redevelopment
Category: Retail
Stage: Planning | Est. Comp: 2027
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Proposed expansion and refurbishment of the Wynn Vale Grove Shopping Centre including upgraded retail tenancies, expansion of the existing medical centre, improved pedestrian access, landscaping and a reconfigured car park. As of mid-2026 the proposal remains in the planning phase with no confirmed construction commencement publicly announced.

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Montague Farm Estate
Category: Residential Development
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2030
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Large master-planned residential community delivering over 1000 new homes including townhouses, apartments and detached dwellings in the heart of Pooraka, with integrated parks and community facilities.

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Walkleys Road Corridor
Category: Communities
Stage: Dev. Application | Est. Comp: 2030
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The City of Salisbury's largest residential development, delivering around 220 homes on a former road corridor reserve at Ingle Farm. Housing types include traditional allotments, low-maintenance lots, townhouses and super lots for integrated development. The project includes two new streets, shared paths and bikeways, upgraded green streetscapes, stormwater detention basins with biofiltration, and a $2 million district-level playspace at Baloo Reserve. Targeting 6-Star Green Star Communities accreditation - the first in South Australia. Planning application lodged June 2024, with five civil construction stages.First stage civil works and land release are anticipated to commence in 2026, with full delivery expected by 2030.

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Pooraka Triangle Masterplan Redevelopment
Category: Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Planning | Est. Comp: 2040
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A major urban renewal initiative proposed to transform the approximately 40-hectare Pooraka Triangle precinct - bounded by Main North Road, Montague Road and Maxwell Road - into a vibrant mixed-use community. Plans include up to 2,000 new dwellings alongside commercial, retail and community facilities, with significant public realm improvements. The project is led by Renewal SA and remains in the planning and masterplanning phase with no confirmed construction timeline.

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Jobs & IndustryEmployment Trends in Para Hills

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3,368 residents of Para Hills are employed, from a labour force of 3,524. Unemployment sits at 4.4%, with participation at 63.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 5,208, about 77% 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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Workforce analysis indicates the suburb possesses a capable labor base with substantial involvement in community and essential services, maintaining an unemployment rate of 4.4% according to AreaSearch statistical aggregations. By March 2026, 3,368 local citizens were actively employed. The local jobless rate tracking 0.6% above the 3.8% recorded across Greater Adelaide, while the labor force participation rate of 63.7% trails the Greater Adelaide benchmark of 66.4%. Census figures also recorded that only 6.9% of local workers performed their duties from home, a metric subject to the prevailing Covid-19 restrictions of that period.

The largest shares of local employment are concentrated within retail trade, construction, and health care & social assistance. The area exhibits a distinct concentration in construction, where local representation is 1.3 times the regional rate. Conversely, professional & technical occupations are comparatively limited, employing only 4.1% of the local workforce relative to 7.3% across Greater Adelaide. Comparisons between Census resident counts and local workplace numbers highlight that the suburb operates primarily as a residential district offering relatively few commercial employment opportunities within its borders. Review of ABS and SALM figures aggregated across wider statistical areas shows that in the twelve months to March 2026, the local workforce experienced virtually no net change while overall employment fell by 0.6%, driving a 0.6 percentage point rise in the local jobless rate. Over the identical timeframe, Greater Adelaide saw employment rise by 4.2%, labor participation grow by 4.0%, and unemployment decline by 0.2 percentage points. Longer-term workforce trajectory can be evaluated through national industry projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26. Countrywide employment is anticipated to increase by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, though sector trajectories differ substantially. Applying these national industry growth rates to the existing occupational breakdown suggests local employment would rise by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (a weighted structural extrapolation provided for illustration that excludes local demographic projections).

Frequently Asked Questions - Employment

What is the employment situation in the suburb of Para Hills?
As of March 2026, the suburb of Para Hills has approximately 3,368 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.4%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
How does the suburb of Para Hills's unemployment rate compare to the broader region?
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Para Hills stands at 4.4%, which is 0.6 percentage points above Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
What are the major employment sectors in the suburb of Para Hills?
The employment landscape in the suburb of Para Hills is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.3% of employment), construction (11.7%), and retail trade (10.5%). Other significant employers include manufacturing and education & training.
How has employment changed recently in the suburb of Para Hills?
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Para Hills has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has rise. By comparison, Greater Adelaide saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
What is the workforce participation rate in the suburb of Para Hills?
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Para Hills is 63.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Adelaide average of 66.4%, showing similar workforce dynamics to the broader region.
Which industries are over-represented in the suburb of Para Hills's employment market?
The suburb of para hills shows notable specialization in construction, which employs 11.7% of the local workforce compared to 8.7% regionally. This moderate specialization indicates some local strength in the sector.
What are the employment growth prospects for the suburb of Para Hills?
Based on Jobs and Skills Australia projections applied to the suburb of Para Hills's industry mix, employment is expected to grow by 6.3% over the next five years and 13.2% over ten years. This compares to national growth expectations of 6.6% over five years. Steady growth is anticipated across multiple sectors, providing diverse employment opportunities.
How does the job market in the suburb of Para Hills compare nationally?
The suburb of para hills's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 0.7% growth, ranking 11.0th out of 37 regions nationally.
What employment opportunities exist for skilled workers in the suburb of Para Hills?
Skilled workers will find good opportunities in the suburb of Para Hills, with skilled sectors accounting for 31.4% of employment. Key sectors for skilled workers include health care & social assistance (17.3%), education & training (6.9%), and professional & technical (4.1%). With projected employment growth of 6.3% over five years, demand for skilled workers is expected to remain strong.

EarningsHousehold Income in Para Hills

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Median household income in Para Hills is $1,420 a week (about $74,000 a year), with median personal income at $686 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,438 a year against an average of $54,925. 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 taxation statistics for financial year 2023 compiled at postcode level by AreaSearch show that median taxable individual earnings in the suburb of Para Hills stood at $48,438, accompanied by an average of $54,925. These figures track below national results as well as Greater Adelaide's median of $54,808 and average of $66,852. Factoring in subsequent Wage Price Index expansion of 10.17% through to March 2026 lifts estimated earnings to roughly $53,364 at the median and $60,511 on average. During the 2021 Census, individual, family, and household earnings placed in the modest 25th to 30th percentiles nationally.

The most common bracket was $1,500 - 2,999 per week, accounting for 36.9% of recipients (2,502 residents) and aligning with the 31.8% regional proportion. After servicing housing obligations, local households retain 85.3% of income for living costs.

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What is the median taxable income in the suburb of Para Hills?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Para Hills is approximately $53,364. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $48,438.
What is the average taxable income in the suburb of Para Hills?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Para Hills is approximately $60,511. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $54,925.
How does the median taxable income in the suburb of Para Hills compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Para Hills is approximately $53,364 compared to $60,382 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $48,438 and $54,808 respectively.
How does the average taxable income in the suburb of Para Hills compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Para Hills is approximately $60,511 compared to $73,651 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $54,925 and $66,852 respectively.
What are the main income cohorts in the suburb of Para Hills according to the 2021 Census?
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~36.9% / 2,502 persons) of the suburb of Para Hills's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
How do the main income cohorts in the suburb of Para Hills compare to the region?
The largest income cohort in the suburb of Para Hills is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 36.9% of the population. In comparison, Greater Adelaide's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.8% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
What is the median household income in the suburb of Para Hills according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Para Hills is $1,420/wk.
What is the median family income in the suburb of Para Hills according to the 2021 Census?
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Para Hills is $1,609/wk.
What is the median personal income in the suburb of Para Hills according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Para Hills is $686/wk.
How does the suburb of Para Hills's income rank nationally?
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-23, the suburb of Para Hills had a median income among taxpayers of $48,438 with the average level standing at $54,925. This is lower than average on a national basis and compares to levels of $54,808 and $66,852 across Greater Adelaide respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $53,364 (median) and $60,511 (average) as of March 2026.
What is the disposable income in the suburb of Para Hills?
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Para Hills is $5,250 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
How does the suburb of Para Hills's disposable income compare to the region?
The suburb of para hills's disposable income is $5,250 compared to $5,698 for Greater Adelaide, based on AreaSearch analysis.

Housing StockHousing & Dwellings in Para Hills

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Para Hills had 2,509 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 98% detached houses and 1% apartments. 46% are owned with a mortgage, 22% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $325 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 22.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.

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Census records indicate that separate houses make up 97.5% of the housing landscape in Para Hills, while other formats (including semi-detached units, apartments, and alternative dwellings) constitute 2.4%, presenting a stark contrast to the Adelaide metro split of 75.2% standalone houses and 24.9% other structures. Outright home ownership mirrors the wider metropolitan level at 32.3%, while 45.8% of properties are being purchased with a mortgage and 21.9% are occupied by tenants. Median monthly mortgage obligations of $1,300 are substantially lower than the Adelaide metro figure of $1,562, while median weekly rent of $325 sits close to the metropolitan figure of $320.

Across Australia, national benchmarks stand considerably higher at $1,863 for monthly mortgages and $375 for weekly rents.

Frequently Asked Questions - Housing

What percentage of homes are owned vs rented in the suburb of Para Hills?
In the suburb of Para Hills, 32.3% of homes are owned outright, 45.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 21.9% are rented.
What percentage of dwellings in the suburb of Para Hills are houses?
According to the latest data, 97.5% of dwellings in the suburb of Para Hills are houses.
What percentage of dwellings in the suburb of Para Hills are apartments or units?
In the suburb of Para Hills, 1.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
What is the level of outright home ownership in the suburb of Para Hills?
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Para Hills stands at 32.3%, compared to 32.1% in Greater Adelaide.
What is the median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Para Hills?
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Para Hills is $1,300, compared to $1,562 in Greater Adelaide.
What is the median weekly rent in the suburb of Para Hills?
The median weekly rent in the suburb of Para Hills is $325, compared to $320 in Greater Adelaide.
What is the distribution of rental prices in the suburb of Para Hills?
In the suburb of Para Hills, 1.9% of rentals are $0-149/week, 62.0% are $150-349/week, 36.1% are $350-649/week, 0.0% are $650-949/week, and 0.0% are $950+/week.
What is the average monthly housing cost in the suburb of Para Hills?
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Para Hills is $903, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
What percentage of income do residents spend on housing in the suburb of Para Hills?
In the suburb of Para Hills, households with mortgages typically spend 21.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.9% of their income on rent.
How crowded are homes in the suburb of Para Hills?
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Para Hills is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
How does housing affordability in the suburb of Para Hills compare to the region?
Housing affordability in the suburb of Para Hills shows mortgage holders spending 21.1% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% regionally), while renters spend 22.9% of income on rent (vs 20.7% regionally).
What types of dwellings are most common in the suburb of Para Hills?
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Para Hills consists of 97.5% detached houses, 1.2% semi-detached dwellings, 1.2% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
What is the weighted average housing cost based on tenure mix in the suburb of Para Hills?
Accounting for the local ownership mix, the weighted average monthly housing cost is approximately $904. This accounts for outright owners paying no housing costs, mortgage holders paying $1,300/month, and renters paying $1,407/month.
How affordable is housing in the suburb of Para Hills relative to local incomes?
Housing in Para Hills consumes approximately 14.7% of median household income ($6,149 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
How do proposed developments compare to existing housing types in the suburb of Para Hills?
Recent development applications in Para Hills show attached dwellings contributing 31% of approvals compared to 2% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 69% of applications versus 98% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.

HouseholdsHousehold Composition in Para Hills

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Para Hills counted 2,509 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 23% 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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Family units constitute the bulk of the domestic landscape at 73.3%, comprising couple households with children (29.7%), couples without children (25.3%), and single-parent households (16.2%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 26.7%, consisting of single-person dwellings at 23.0% and shared group residences at 3.6%. The typical household size sits at 2.6 people, slightly above the Greater Adelaide metric of 2.5.

Frequently Asked Questions - Households

How many households are in the suburb of Para Hills?
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Para Hills had 2,509 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has remained relatively stable to an estimated 2,505 households today.
What is the typical household size?
The median household size in the suburb of Para Hills is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.5 in Greater Adelaide and reflects the area's household composition mix.
What types of households are most common?
Family households dominate at 73.3% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (23.0%), group households (3.6%), and other household types (0.2%).
How are families structured in the area?
Among the 1,839 family households, 29.7% are couples with children, 25.3% are couples without children at home, and 16.2% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
How does the suburb of Para Hills compare to regional household patterns?
Compared to Greater Adelaide, the suburb of Para Hills shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
What is the average family size?
Families in the suburb of Para Hills have an average of 1.6 children, slightly above the Greater Adelaide average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
What are the marriage patterns in the suburb of Para Hills?
Marriage patterns reveal 44.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 38.1% have never married. This compares to 45.7% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Adelaide.
How significant are single-person households?
Single-person households represent 23.0% of all households in the suburb of Para Hills, similar to the regional average of 27.7%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Are shared living arrangements common?
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.6% of households, well below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.7%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
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EducationSchools & Education in Para Hills

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16.9% of adults in Para Hills hold a university qualification, including 11.8% with a bachelor degree and 3.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 28.8% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 483 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 986 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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Tertiary educational attainment in the locality presents notable scope for uplift, with 16.9% of adults holding higher education degrees compared to the 30.4% national average. Among university qualification holders, bachelor degrees represent 11.8%, postgraduate credentials account for 3.6%, and graduate diplomas comprise 1.5%. Technical and vocational training is widely prevalent, with 38.0% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of 9.2% with advanced diplomas and 28.8% with vocational certificates. Active participation in study is prominent throughout the community, with 29.5% of the local population attending an educational institution. This includes 11.0% enrolled in primary education, 7.2% participating in secondary schooling, and 4.5% undertaking tertiary studies.

Frequently Asked Questions - Education

What percentage of people in the suburb of Para Hills have university qualifications?
16.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Para Hills have university qualifications, compared to 28.9% in the broader region.
What percentage of people in the suburb of Para Hills have no formal qualifications?
44.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Para Hills have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.0% regionally.
How does the suburb of Para Hills's education level compare to national averages?
The suburb of para hills ranks in the 33th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
What types of qualifications are most common in the suburb of Para Hills?
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Para Hills are: Certificate (28.8%), Bachelor Degree (11.8%), Advanced Diploma (9.2%).
What proportion of the suburb of Para Hills's population is currently attending educational institutions?
29.5% of the population in the suburb of Para Hills is currently engaged in formal education, with 11.0% in primary school, 7.2% in secondary school, 4.5% at university.
What is the ICSEA score for schools in the suburb of Para Hills?
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Para Hills is 986, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
How many schools are located within the suburb of Para Hills?
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Para Hills, with a combined enrollment of approximately 483 students.
What types of schools are available in the suburb of Para Hills?
The suburb of para hills includes 2 primary schools.

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AmenitiesServices & Amenities in Para Hills

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Getting AroundTransport & Commuting in Para Hills

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Public transport in Para Hills reaches 58 stops on 24 routes, timetabled for about 1,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 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 connectivity within Para Hills is anchored by 58 bus stops distributed across 24 distinct routes, delivering 1,851 passenger trips on a weekly basis. Accessibility is outstanding, with the typical resident situated 155 meters from their closest boarding point. Commuting behavior reflects the suburb's residential focus, with private vehicles serving as the dominant transport mode at 89%, while 8% of trips are made via bus. Dwellings maintain an average of 1.5 vehicles. Only 6.9% of working residents carried out their roles from home at the 2021 Census, a figure potentially shaped by pandemic conditions.

Transit schedules across all local lines provide an average of 264 daily services, corresponding to roughly 31 weekly departures per transport stop.

Frequently Asked Questions - Transport

How many public transport stops are in Para Hills?
There are 58 public transport stops within the suburb of Para Hills.
How frequent are the transport services in Para Hills?
the suburb of Para Hills has 1,851 weekly trips across 24 routes, averaging 264 trips per day.
How far are residents from public transport in Para Hills?
On average, residential properties are 155 meters from the nearest transport stop.

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HealthcareHealth Services in Para Hills

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67.5% of residents in Para Hills report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 76% of areas nationally. 7.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.2 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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AreaSearch evaluations of mortality patterns and chronic ailment rates indicate evident health considerations within Para Hills across both older cohorts and younger demographics, coupled with a notably constrained private health insurance uptake of approximately 49% (~3,306 people). This level of private medical coverage sits behind the Greater Adelaide proportion of 52.7% and the Australian benchmark of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health conditions represent the most widespread diagnoses locally, reported by 8.8 and 8.5% of the community respectively. Meanwhile, 67.5% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, comparable to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.

Working-age cohorts experience elevated chronic health issues. Seniors aged 65 and over comprise 16.2% of the population (1,098 people), below the 19.1% share recorded across Greater Adelaide, with overall elder health metrics tracking in line with national patterns.

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How many people in the suburb of Para Hills have private health insurance?
Around 48.8% of people in the suburb of Para Hills are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.7% in the broader region of Greater Adelaide.
What percentage of the population requires ongoing medical assistance in the suburb of Para Hills?
In the suburb of Para Hills, 7.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 6.6% of people in Greater Adelaide require similar assistance.
How prevalent is asthma in the suburb of Para Hills?
7.9% of people in the suburb of Para Hills are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.7% of the population across Greater Adelaide is affected by asthma.
What percentage of people have diabetes in the suburb of Para Hills?
Diabetes affects 5.5% of the the suburb of Para Hills population, while in the surrounding region, 4.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
What is the percentage of people with heart disease in the suburb of Para Hills?
3.7% of people in the suburb of Para Hills have heart disease. Across the region of Greater Adelaide, 3.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
How does the suburb of Para Hills compare to the region in terms of overall private health coverage?
In the suburb of Para Hills, 48.8% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Adelaide sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.7%.

Ancestry & LanguageCultural Diversity in Para Hills

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32.9% of Para Hills residents were born overseas and 27.8% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.3%) and Australian (22.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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Cultural diversity in Para Hills ranks well above typical suburban profiles, with 32.9% of residents born overseas and 27.8% using a language other than English in their homes. Christianity forms the largest religious denomination at 38.1% of the population. Notably, Islamic affiliation shows a marked local presence at 9.6%, substantially exceeding the 3.0% proportion observed across Greater Adelaide. Examining parental heritage, English ancestry constitutes the largest background at 27.3%, followed by Australian at 22.0%, and Other origins at 15.3%, which is considerably higher than the 9.7% Greater Adelaide proportion. Several specific ethnic groups also demonstrate higher local concentration, including Lebanese backgrounds at 1.0% (compared to 0.3% regionally), as well as Serbian at 0.5% (vs 0.4%) and Hungarian at 0.5% (vs 0.3%).

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What is the level of cultural diversity in the suburb of Para Hills?
Para Hills was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 32.9% of its population born overseas and 27.8% speaking a language other than English at home.
What is the most common religion in the suburb of Para Hills?
The main religion in Para Hills was found to be Christianity, which makes up 38.1% of people in Para Hills. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Islam, which comprises 9.6% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 3.0%.
What are the top countries of origin in the suburb of Para Hills?
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Para Hills are English, comprising 27.3% of the population, Australian, comprising 22.0% of the population, and Other, comprising 15.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 9.7%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Hungarian is notably overrepresented at 0.5% of Para Hills (vs 0.3% regionally), Serbian at 0.5% (vs 0.4%) and Lebanese at 1.0% (vs 0.3%).
How does the percentage of people born overseas compare to the regional average?
32.9% of the the suburb of Para Hills population was born overseas, compared to 28.7% regionally.
What percentage of the the suburb of Para Hills population speaks a language other than English at home?
27.8% of the population in the suburb of Para Hills speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.2% in the wider region.
How many people in the suburb of Para Hills identify as Australian Aboriginal?
1.6% of the the suburb of Para Hills population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.2% in the region.
What is the citizenship status of the population in the suburb of Para Hills?
85.7% of the the suburb of Para Hills population holds citizenship, compared to 86.3% in the wider region.

Age StructureAge Profile of Para Hills

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The median resident of Para Hills is 36. 29.1% 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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Demographic age brackets across Para Hills align closely with Greater Adelaide, with the greatest variance across any broad group measuring 2.9 percentage points. The median age is an estimated 36 as at August 2026, identical to the 2021 Census outcome and 3 years younger than Greater Adelaide's 2021 Census figure of 39. The most visible shift since the Census occurred in the 25 - 44 cohort, rising from 30.0% to an estimated 31.8%. Looking forward to 2041, older residents and retirees aged 65+ are expected to account for the primary share of demographic expansion, increasing by 167 residents (15%) to reach a total of 1,266.

Frequently Asked Questions - Age

What is the median age in the suburb of Para Hills?
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Para Hills at 36 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 36 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
How does the suburb of Para Hills's median age compare to broader areas?
At an estimated 36 years as at August 2026, Para Hills is 3 years younger than the Greater Adelaide 2021 Census average (39 years) and 2 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
What age groups are over-represented in the suburb of Para Hills?
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Para Hills compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 16.4% of the population.
What age groups are under-represented in the suburb of Para Hills?
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Para Hills compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 7.8% of the population.
Are there age groups with notable population variances?
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Para Hills is broadly in line with the Greater Adelaide region.
What is the percentage of children (0-14 years) in the suburb of Para Hills?
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.8% of the population in the suburb of Para Hills as at August 2026.
What is the percentage of older people (65+ years) in the suburb of Para Hills?
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.2% of the population in the suburb of Para Hills as at August 2026.

Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Para Hills

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9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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
Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections
Population ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline.
Age profile ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate.
Development & approvals ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline
Property sales & rents Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline
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 Oct 2026.
Infrastructure projects Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily Jun 2026 4 months ago all 5 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 Jun 2026.
Employment ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) Mar 2026 7 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) Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Transport ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Services & amenities Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous Sep 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 — 51 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (6,793 at the 2021 Census → 6,782 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 Aug 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 (SAL41096). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.

Common questions about this page

How do Para Hills suburb boundaries differ from Statistical Areas?
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census/statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
Where does the data on this Para Hills page come from?
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources — including ABS, Geoscience Australia, Valuer General, Provider directories, DEWR, JSA, State Transport Departments and ACARA — then aggregates them to the boundary shown and calculates the rankings, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments.
Is the Para Hills data on this page just from the 2021 Census?
No. Most of this page is maintained well beyond the Census. Sourced entirely from current releases: development & approvals (Aug 2026), property sales & rents (Oct 2026), infrastructure projects (Jun 2026) and services & amenities (Sep 2026). Built on a Census baseline but carrying newer measures on top: population (to Aug 2026), age profile (to Aug 2026), employment (to Mar 2026), income (to FY 2023), education (to Sep 2026), transport (to Jul 2026) and health (to 2024). Population and age cohorts in particular are re-based to the latest ABS Estimated Resident Population rather than left at 2021 counts. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.

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