Redwood Park

Redwood Park is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of November 2025, the estimated population for the Redwood Park statistical area (Lv2) is around 5,816. This reflects an increase of 449 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,367. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 5,655 as of June 2024, based on the latest ERP data release by the ABS, along with six validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,550 persons per square kilometer, placing Redwood Park (SA2) in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's 8.4% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area's 7.2%, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Natural growth contributed approximately 67.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

For projections, 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, SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the area is expected to increase by 649 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 6.3% in total over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data indicates Redwood Park averaged approximately 21 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 107 homes. As of FY-26, 16 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.3 new residents per year arrived for each new home constructed between FY-21 and FY-25, suggesting a balanced supply and demand dynamic with stable market conditions. The average construction value of new properties was $354,000, higher than regional norms, reflecting quality-focused development.

In FY-26, $5.3 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, highlighting the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Redwood Park records 17.0% less building activity per person and ranks among the 41st percentile nationally, offering limited choices for buyers and supporting demand for existing homes. New developments consist of 90.0% standalone homes and 10.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space.

With around 394 people per dwelling approval, Redwood Park exhibits signs of a developed market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Redwood Park is projected to add approximately 365 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Redwood Park has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 28thth percentile nationally

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Redwood Park significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide

Redwood Park's workforce is skilled with well-represented essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 2.6% in September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 1.4% over the past year.

This rate is 1.3% lower than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation in Redwood Park is 67.8%, higher than Greater Adelaide's 61.7%. Major employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Notably, education & training has a concentration level of 1.2 times the regional average, while accommodation & food shows lower representation at 4.8% compared to the regional average of 6.8%.

Employment opportunities locally may be limited as indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 1.4% and labour force by 1.2%, resulting in a unemployment rate drop of 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Adelaide experienced employment growth of 3.0% and labour force growth of 2.9%, with a 0.1 percentage point unemployment rate drop. State-level data to 25-Nov shows SA employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, adding 10,710 jobs, with the state unemployment rate at 4.0%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.4% over ten years. Applying these projections to Redwood Park's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that income in Redwood Park is lower than average nationally. The median income is $53,943 and the average income is $60,256. In contrast, Greater Adelaide has a median income of $54,808 and an average income of $66,852. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Redwood Park are approximately $58,690 (median) and $65,559 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows that incomes in Redwood Park cluster around the 55th percentile nationally. The income distribution reveals that 40.2% of residents earn between $1,500 and $2,999 (2,338 people), which is similar to regional levels where 31.8% fall within this range. After housing costs, residents retain 88.1% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Redwood Park, as per the latest Census, consisted of 97.1% houses and 2.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Adelaide metro had 88.6% houses and 11.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Redwood Park stood at 37.7%, similar to Adelaide metro's level. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (50.8%) or rented (11.5%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, aligning with the Adelaide metro average. The median weekly rent figure was $350, compared to Adelaide metro's $330. Nationally, Redwood Park's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 79.9% of all households, including 35.3% couples with children, 32.6% couples without children, and 11.4% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 20.1%, with lone person households at 17.8% and group households comprising 1.9%. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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

The area's university qualification rate was 20.1%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees were the most common at 14.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials were prevalent, with 40.4% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 11.1% and certificates at 29.3%. Educational participation was high, with 25.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 9.8% in primary, 6.6% in secondary, and 3.8% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 25.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.8% in primary education, 6.6% in secondary education, and 3.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis in Redwood Park shows 25 active public transport stops operating within the park. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, totaling 18 individual routes that facilitate 1,128 weekly passenger trips combined. The accessibility of these transport services is rated as good, with residents typically located an average of 212 meters from their nearest stop.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 161 trips per day, which translates to approximately 45 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Redwood Park are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Redwood Park's health indicators show below-average results, with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age groups.

The area has approximately 51% private health cover (~2,956 people), lower than the overall rate. Mental health issues affect 9.1% of residents, while arthritis impacts 8.6%. About 66.9% of residents report no medical ailments, slightly higher than Greater Adelaide's 66.3%. The area has 19.1% seniors (1,110 people), lower than Greater Adelaide's 21.2%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Redwood Park are above average and better than the general population in health metrics.

Redwood Park ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Redwood Park, surveyed in June 2016, showed low cultural diversity: 81.3% were Australian-born, 93.5% were citizens, and 91.8% spoke English only at home. Christianity dominated, comprising 43.0%. Notably, the 'Other' religious category was underrepresented at 1.4%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 2.1%.

In ancestry, English (31.4%) and Australian (27.6%) were prominent, followed by German (6.8%). Polish (1.1%), Welsh (0.8%), and Dutch (1.7%) were overrepresented relative to regional averages of 1.2%, 0.7%, and 1.5% respectively.

Redwood Park's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Redwood Park was 40 years as of the census, similar to Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years but somewhat older than Australia's national average of 38 years. The 65-74 age group constituted 11.4% of Redwood Park's population compared to Greater Adelaide, while the 25-34 cohort was less prevalent at 13.3%. Post-2021 Census data showed that the 75 to 84 age group grew from 4.7% to 5.8% of the population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort declined from 12.7% to 11.4%, and the 65 to 74 group decreased from 12.5% to 11.4%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Redwood Park, with the 85+ age group projected to grow by 141% (an increase of 155 people), reaching a total of 266 from 110. Notably, combined age groups of 65 and above will account for 52% of total population growth, reflecting Redwood Park's aging demographic profile. However, the 65 to 74 cohort is projected to decline by 69 people.