Risdon Park

Risdon Park has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the suburb of Risdon Park's population is estimated at around 3,919 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 41 people (1.1%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,878 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 3,910, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 9 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 277 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development. Risdon Park's 1.1% growth since census positions it within 1.3 percentage points of the SA3 area (2.4%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration, which was essentially the sole driver of population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Looking at population projections moving forward, over this period, projections indicate a decline in overall population, with the suburb's population expected to reduce by 19 persons by 2041 according to this methodology. However, growth across specific age cohorts is anticipated, led by the 85 and over age group, which is projected to grow by 100 people.

The level of residential development activity in Risdon Park is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval data for Risdon Park shows approximately 8 residential properties granted approval annually over the past 5 financial years, totalling an estimated 44 homes. As of FY-26, 6 approvals have been recorded. On average, 0.1 people per year moved to the area for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating that supply is meeting or exceeding demand. The average construction value of new homes over this period was $270,000.

This financial year has seen $15.0 million in commercial approvals, demonstrating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to the Rest of SA, Risdon Park recorded 14.0% higher construction activity per person over the past 5 years, preserving buyer options while sustaining property demand. However, building activity has slowed recently and is below the national average, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations. All recent building activity consists of standalone homes, maintaining the area's low density with an emphasis on detached housing.

Interestingly, developers are building more traditional houses than the current mix suggests (76.0% at Census), indicating strong demand for family homes despite density pressures. The estimated population count per dwelling approval is 877 people, reflecting Risdon Park's quiet, low activity development environment. With stable or declining population forecasts, the area may experience less housing pressure, creating favourable conditions for buyers.

Risdon Park has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 26thth percentile nationally

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Employment drivers in Risdon Park are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Risdon Park's workforce spans various sectors, with notable representation in essential services. Its unemployment rate was 10.9% as of December 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 1.1% over the past year, according to AreaSearch data aggregation. In December 2025, 1,594 residents were employed, while the unemployment rate stood at 5.1%, above Regional SA's rate of 5.7%.

Workforce participation was 54.7%, below Regional SA's average of 58.3%. Only 2.8% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade, with health care notably concentrated at 1.5 times the regional average. Agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, comprising only 0.9% of Risdon Park's workforce compared to Regional SA's 14.5%.

Employment opportunities locally appear limited, as indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment increased by 1.1%, while labour force grew by 3.1%, resulting in a rise in unemployment of 1.8 percentage points. By comparison, Regional SA recorded employment growth of 0.7% over the same period. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May-25, project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Risdon Park's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by approximately 5.8% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

The suburb of Risdon Park had a median taxpayer income of $48,057 and an average income of $56,397 in the financial year 2023, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is lower than the national average, with Regional SA having a median income of $48,920 and an average income of $58,933 during the same period. By March 2026, estimates based on Wage Price Index growth suggest the median income will be approximately $52,944 and the average income $62,133 in Risdon Park. Census data from 2021 indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Risdon Park all fall between the 7th and 9th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that 30.0% of locals (1,175 people) earn within the $400 - $799 category, unlike the metropolitan region where the predominant income bracket is $1,500 - $2,999 at 27.5%. Despite modest housing costs allowing for 87.3% of income to be retained, total disposable income ranks at just the 11th percentile nationally.

Risdon Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Risdon Park's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 75.8% houses and 24.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Regional SA's 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Risdon Park was at 32.4%, with the rest either mortgaged (31.4%) or rented (36.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,024, below Regional SA's average of $1,153. The median weekly rent figure was $180, compared to Regional SA's $220. Nationally, Risdon Park's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Risdon Park features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 61.0% of all households, including 21.0% couples with children, 25.6% couples without children, and 13.8% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 39.0%, with lone person households at 36.5% and group households making up 2.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.2 people, smaller than the Regional SA average of 2.3.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 10.8%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 7.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 34.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (5.8%) and certificates (29.0%). Educational participation is high at 26.5%, with 10.5% in primary education, 8.9% in secondary education, and 2.2% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 26.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.5% in primary education, 8.9% in secondary education, and 2.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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Health performance in Risdon Park is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Risdon Park faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch through mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Multiple health conditions affect both younger and older age groups.

Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 49% of the total population (around 1,932 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (11.1%) and mental health issues (10.4%). Conversely, 58.7% of residents report no medical ailments, slightly lower than Regional SA's 62.5%. Working-age individuals face notable health challenges due to higher chronic condition rates. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 23.5% (920 people), compared to Regional SA's 27.1%. Health outcomes among seniors are generally in line with national rankings.

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

Risdon Park had a cultural diversity index below the average, with 92.1% of its population being citizens, 92.4% born in Australia, and 95.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion in Risdon Park, accounting for 47.3% of the population, compared to 45.2% across Regional SA. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (32.8%), English (32.3%), and Irish (6.0%).

Notably, German ancestry was overrepresented at 5.7%, compared to 8.2% regionally, while Italian ancestry was higher at 5.1% versus 1.7%. Australian Aboriginal ancestry also had a higher representation in Risdon Park at 4.2%, compared to the regional average of 3.3%.

Risdon Park hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Risdon Park's median age is 43 years, which is significantly below the Regional SA average of 47 but substantially exceeds the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 15-24 are particularly prominent at 12.8%, while the 65-74 group is comparatively smaller at 11.0% than in Regional SA. Between 2021 and present, the population aged 25 to 34 has grown from 11.1% to 12.1%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 12.7% to 11.0%. By 2041, Risdon Park is expected to see notable shifts in its age composition. The 85+ group is projected to grow by 66%, reaching 247 people from the current 148. This growth will be led by those aged 65 and above, who will comprise all of the projected population growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 25 to 34 and 35 to 44 age groups.