Paradise (SA)

Population growth drivers in Paradise are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the Paradise (SA) statistical area (Lv2) had an estimated population of around 8,275 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 1,058 people (14.7%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 7,217 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 7,657 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 148 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,317 persons per square kilometer, which is above average national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Paradise's 14.7% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the state (8.7%) and metropolitan area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration.

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, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. With demographic trends, an above median population growth is projected for Australian statistical areas, with the Paradise (SA) (SA2) expected to grow by 1,627 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 11.3% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Paradise among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data shows Paradise has seen around 63 new homes approved per year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 318 homes. So far in FY26, 32 approvals have been recorded. This results in approximately 100 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. Based on averages from FY21 to FY25, around 1.6 new residents are associated with each dwelling constructed annually.

Commercial development has registered $20.1 million in approvals this financial year. Relative to Greater Adelaide, Paradise has seen slightly more development, maintaining good buyer choice while supporting existing property values. Recent construction comprises 62% detached houses and 38% medium and high-density housing.

Looking ahead, Paradise is expected to grow by 938 residents through to 2041, with current construction levels likely meeting demand and creating favourable conditions for buyers.

Paradise has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 29thth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified nine projects expected to impact the region. Notable projects include Thorndon Park Reserve Master Plan Implementation (ongoing), Modbury Hospital Redevelopment, Newton Village Shopping Centre Expansion, and Chain of Trails Master Plan. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Paradise has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Paradise has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 4.6% as of September 2025.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.7%. In comparison to Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%, Paradise had a higher unemployment rate, 0.6% above it. Workforce participation in Paradise was lower at 59.2%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 61.7%. Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training sectors.

The area shows notable concentration in finance & insurance with employment levels at 1.2 times the regional average. However, manufacturing has lower representation at 5.8% versus the regional average of 7.0%. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 2.7%, while labour force increased by 3.1%, causing unemployment rate to rise by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Adelaide saw employment grow by 3.0% and unemployment fall by 0.1 percentage points. State-level data from 25-Nov shows SA employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year with an unemployment rate of 4.0%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Paradise's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

In financial year 2023, Paradise suburb had a median income of $49,918 and an average income of $57,531. Nationally, the median was $54,808 and the average was $66,852 in Greater Adelaide. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $54,311 (median) and $62,594 (average), based on an 8.8% growth since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Paradise ranked modestly, between the 27th and 30th percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. Income analysis showed that 29.0% of Paradise's population (2,399 individuals) earned within the $1,500 - $2,999 range. Housing affordability was severe, with only 84.5% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 28th percentile. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 5th decile.

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

The latest Census evaluation showed that dwelling structures in Paradise comprised 75.7% houses and 24.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Adelaide metro had 73.7% houses and 26.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Paradise was at 38.6%, similar to Adelaide metro's level. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (32.6%) or rented (28.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,597, below the Adelaide metro average of $1,736. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $330, compared to Adelaide metro's $345. Nationally, Paradise's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 67.3% of all households, including 28.7% couples with children, 27.9% couples without children, and 9.4% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 32.7%, with lone person households at 29.8% and group households comprising 3.1%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Educational attainment in Paradise aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 29.3%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 42.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 19.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational credentials are held by 29.4% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 10.4% and certificates at 19.0%. Educational participation is high, with 26.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 7.6% in primary, 7.0% in tertiary, and 6.1% in secondary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 26.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 7.6% in primary education, 7.0% in tertiary education, and 6.1% pursuing secondary education.

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

Paradise has 44 active public transport stops, all of which offer bus services. These stops are served by 73 different routes that together facilitate 5,558 weekly passenger trips. The transport system in Paradise is highly accessible, with residents on average being located just 186 meters from the nearest stop.

On a daily basis, there are an average of 794 trips across all routes, which adds up to about 126 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Paradise is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Paradise faces significant health challenges with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is relatively low at approximately 50% of the total population (~4118 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 9.1 and 7.2% of residents respectively. Conversely, 68.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 71.5% across Greater Adelaide. The area has 23.0% of residents aged 65 and over (1903 people), which is higher than the 19.8% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

Paradise was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Paradise has a high level of cultural diversity, with 35.0% of its population born overseas and 34.5% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Paradise, accounting for 56.5% of the population. Notably, the category 'Other' comprises 4.2% of Paradise's population, higher than the regional average of 2.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (19.8%), Italian (19.5%), and Australian (16.5%). Some ethnic groups have notable representations: Hungarian at 0.6%, Greek at 3.2%, and Polish at 0.9%.

Paradise hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Paradise's median age is 42, which is slightly higher than Greater Adelaide's figure of 39 and significantly exceeds the national average of 38. The population aged 85 and above constitutes 4.6%, outpacing Greater Adelaide's figures, while those aged 5 to 14 make up 9.4%. According to the 2021 Census, the age group of 35 to 44 has grown from 11.9% to 13.6% of Paradise's population, and the 25 to 34 cohort increased from 14.3% to 15.4%. Conversely, the 75 to 84 age group has decreased from 9.2% to 8.4%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Paradise's age profile. The 45 to 54 age group is expected to grow by 26%, adding 245 people and reaching a total of 1,189 from the current figure of 943. Meanwhile, numbers in the 55 to 64 age range are projected to fall by 15%.