Risdon Park

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

As of November 2025, the estimated population of Risdon Park is around 4,006, reflecting a growth of 128 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 3,878. This increase was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 3,980 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 6 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is approximately 283 persons per square kilometer. Risdon Park's growth rate of 3.3% since the census is within 1.2 percentage points of its SA3 area's growth rate of 4.5%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration was the primary driver of this population growth. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, it adopts the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category, released in 2023 based on 2021 data, adjusted using weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. According to these projections, over the period, Risdon Park's population is expected to decline by 36 persons by 2041, with specific age cohorts like the 85 and over group projected to expand by 97 people.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis using ABS building approval numbers derived from statistical area data, Risdon Park has been granted around 11 residential property approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 56 homes. As of FY-26, 1 approval has been recorded so far. The population decline in recent years has resulted in adequate development activity relative to other areas, benefiting buyers with more affordable housing options as new homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $270,000, which is below the regional average. This financial year, $6.9 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating limited focus on commercial development.

Compared to the Rest of SA, Risdon Park records elevated construction activity, with 44.0% more per person over the five-year period, preserving buyer options while sustaining existing property demand. However, building activity has slowed in recent years and is below the national average, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations. Recent building activity consists entirely of standalone homes, maintaining the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. Interestingly, developers are building more traditional houses than the current mix suggests, indicating strong demand for family homes despite density pressures.

The estimated population per dwelling approval is 656 people, reflecting its quiet, low activity development environment. Given stable or declining population forecasts, Risdon Park may experience less housing pressure in the future, creating favourable conditions for buyers.

Risdon Park has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 32ndth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 13 projects likely to impact the area. Notable projects include Port Pirie Riverbank Precinct, Balmoral Park Estate Expansion, Key Worker Housing Initiative, and Port Pirie Masterplan / Yorke Peninsula and Mid North Regional Plan. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Risdon Park face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Risdon Park has a balanced workforce comprising white and blue-collar jobs, with essential services well represented. The unemployment rate is 10.4%, as per AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation.

As of June 2025, 1,589 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 5.8% higher than Rest of SA's rate of 4.6%. Workforce participation in Risdon Park is lower at 51.6%, compared to Rest of SA's 54.1%. The dominant employment sectors among residents include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. Health care & social assistance particularly stands out with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented at 0.9% compared to Rest of SA's 14.5%. Local employment opportunities appear limited, as indicated by Census working population vs resident population data. Over the 12 months to June 2025, labour force levels increased by 0.4%, while employment declined by 2.2%, causing unemployment to rise by 2.3 percentage points. This contrasts with Rest of SA where employment contracted by 1.2%, labour force grew by 0.1%, and unemployment rose by 1.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 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 5.8% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

Risdon Park's median taxpayer income was $48,057 and average income was $56,397 in financial year 2022, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is lower than the national average of $56,582 for Rest of SA, which had a median income of $46,889 and an average income of $56,582 in 2022. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year 2022, estimated median income for Risdon Park as of September 2025 would be approximately $54,223 and average income would be around $63,633. The 2021 Census data shows household incomes in Risdon Park fall between the 7th and 9th percentiles nationally. Incomes ranging from $400 to $799 capture 30.0% of the community (1,201 individuals), while in regional areas, incomes between $1,500 and $2,999 are most common at 27.5%. Despite modest housing costs allowing for retention of 87.3% of income, 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

As of the latest Census evaluation, 75.8% of dwellings in Risdon Park were houses, with the remaining 24.2% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. In comparison, Non-Metro SA had 89.8% houses and 10.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Risdon Park stood at 32.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 31.4% and rented ones at 36.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,024, higher than Non-Metro SA's average of $888. Weekly rent in Risdon Park was $180, compared to Non-Metro SA's $182. Nationally, Risdon Park's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,024 versus 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 fairly typical 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 account for the remaining 39.0%, with lone person households at 36.5% and group households comprising 2.2%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which aligns with the average in the Rest of South Africa.

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 the Australian average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both challenges and opportunities for targeted educational initiatives. 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%, comprising primary education (10.5%), secondary education (8.9%), and tertiary education (2.2%). Airdale Primary School serves Risdon Park with an enrollment of 114 students, operating under varied educational conditions (ICSEA: 837). The area offers one school focused on primary education, with secondary options available in nearby areas. Local school capacity is limited at 2.9 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 14.4, leading many families to travel for schooling.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

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, with various conditions affecting both younger and older residents. Approximately 49% (~1,975 people) have private health cover, lower than the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (11.1%) and mental health issues (10.4%). Conversely, 58.7% report no medical ailments, slightly below Rest of SA's 59.4%. Residents aged 65 and over comprise 22.7% (909 people), lower than the 26.5% in Rest of SA. Senior health outcomes align with general population trends.

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's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 92.1% of its population being citizens, 92.4% born in Australia, and 95.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Risdon Park, comprising 47.3% of people, compared to 49.1% across Rest of SA. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (32.8%), English (32.3%), and Irish (6.0%).

Notably, German ethnicity is overrepresented at 5.7%, Italian at 5.1%, and Australian Aboriginal at 4.2%.

Risdon Park hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Risdon Park's median age is 43 years, significantly below the Rest of SA average of 47 and substantially exceeding the national average of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 15-24 are particularly prominent at 12.9%, while those aged 65-74 are comparatively smaller at 10.9% than in the Rest of SA. Between 2021 and the present, the population aged 25 to 34 has grown from 11.1% to 12.2%. Conversely, the population aged 45 to 54 has declined from 12.7% to 11.2%. By 2041, Risdon Park is expected to experience notable shifts in its age composition. The demographic shift will be led by the 85+ group, which is projected to grow by 68%, reaching 242 people from a starting point of 144. This growth is part of a broader aging population dynamic, with those aged 65 and above comprising all of the projected growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 35 to 44 and 25 to 34 age groups.