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Population
Rosslyn 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 Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Rosslyn Park is around 1,510. This figure reflects an increase of 41 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,469. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 1,490 in Jun 2024 and three validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,841 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Rosslyn Park's growth rate of 2.8% since the census is within 2.1 percentage points of the SA3 area's growth rate of 4.9%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 94.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.
AreaSearch adopts 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, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category are adopted, based on 2021 data and released in 2023, with adjustments made using a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb is expected to increase its population by just below the median of national areas, gaining 140 persons by 2041 and recording an overall gain of 11.1% over the 17 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
Development
Residential development activity is lower than average in Rosslyn Park according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets
AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers indicates Rosslyn Park has received around 4 dwelling approvals per year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, approximately 24 homes were approved, with an additional 2 approved in FY26 so far.
Each new dwelling built over these years has resulted in an average of 2.8 new residents annually, suggesting steady demand that supports property values. The average construction cost value for new homes is $838,000, indicating developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Rosslyn Park has roughly half the rate of new dwelling approvals per person. Nationally, it ranks around the 53rd percentile of areas assessed, reflecting its mature character and possible planning constraints.
All new construction in the area consists of standalone homes, maintaining its traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. Notably, developers construct more detached housing than the existing pattern implies (83.0% at Census), indicating persistent strong demand for family homes despite densification trends. Rosslyn Park has around 306 people per dwelling approval, exhibiting characteristics of a low-density area. Population forecasts indicate Rosslyn Park will gain approximately 167 residents by 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Building activity is keeping pace with growth projections, though buyers may face increased competition as the population grows.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Infrastructure
Rosslyn Park has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 19thth percentile nationally
Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project likely affecting this region. Key projects are Hamilton Hill (former Youth Training Centre, Magill/Woodforde), Magill Campus Renewal Project, Magill Campus Redevelopment, and UniSA Magill Campus Redevelopment (Magill Project). The following list details those most relevant.
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Northern Adelaide Irrigation Scheme (NAIS)
The Northern Adelaide Irrigation Scheme (NAIS) is a massive recycled water initiative delivering high-quality water from the Bolivar Wastewater Treatment Plant to the Northern Adelaide Plains. The project provides over 12 gigalitres of recycled water annually to support high-tech agribusiness, greenhouse production, and open space irrigation for 25,000+ homes. It is a critical component of SA Water's broader $1.5 billion infrastructure program, which aims to unlock 40,000 new housing allotments by expanding trunk water mains, pump stations, and storage across Adelaide's northern growth front.
Magill Campus Renewal Project
Transformation of the 14.62-hectare former UniSA Magill Campus into a sustainable mixed-use community hub. The Draft Magill Campus Structure Plan, released in February 2026, focuses on delivering a maximum of 100 new homes on the Eastern parcel (expected to begin construction in 2027) while designating the Western parcel for aged care and retirement living. More than 60 percent of the Western site will be retained as open space, including the Third Creek biodiversity corridor, upgraded sports facilities, and the preservation of heritage-listed Murray House.
Chain of Trails Master Plan
Council endorsed the Chain of Trails Master Plan in 2014 to guide staged upgrades of around 10 km of creek line trails along Third, Fourth and Fifth Creeks from the Adelaide Hills down to the River Torrens Linear Park. The plan aims to improve safety, accessibility and connectivity through shared paths, bridges, erosion control, lighting, seating, landscaping and wayfinding signage. Implementation is underway through projects such as the Fourth Creek Morialta Parri Trail, partly funded by the South Australian Government s Planning and Development Fund, and ongoing works identified in Council s business plans and Open Space Strategy.
Adelaide Public Transport Capacity and Access
State-led program work to increase public transport capacity and access to, through and within central Adelaide. Current work is focused on the City Access Strategy (20-year movement plan for the CBD and North Adelaide) and the State Transport Strategy program, which together will shape options such as bus priority, interchange upgrades, tram and rail enhancements, and better first/last mile access.
Chain of Trails Master Plan
Strategic master plan prepared for the City of Campbelltown to guide upgrades to around 10 km of creek line trails along Third, Fourth and Fifth Creeks, creating a safer and more accessible trail network from the foothills to the River Torrens Linear Park. The plan, endorsed in 2014, assesses existing conditions, identifies access and safety issues, and sets out proposed alignments, materials, furniture, biodiversity and aesthetic improvements, and upgraded signage. It now underpins staged trail, signage and revegetation works funded through Council open space and annual business plans, with implementation continuing as projects such as Fourth Creek connectivity upgrades and new directional and educational signage are delivered.
Chain of Trails Master Plan
Master plan prepared for the City of Campbelltown to guide staged upgrades of around 10km of creek line trails along Third, Fourth and Fifth Creeks, improving accessibility, safety, biodiversity and connectivity from the Adelaide Hills to the River Torrens Linear Park. Endorsed in 2014 and prepared by Swanbury Penglase with Tonkin Consulting, the plan is being implemented through projects such as the Fourth Creek Morialta Parri Trail and continues to be referenced in Council strategies and budgets as an ongoing program of trail improvements. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Northern Adelaide Transport Study
A comprehensive transport study managed by the Department for Infrastructure and Transport to inform future investment across Northern Adelaide's inner and outer suburbs. The study area spans from Prospect to Roseworthy and Buckland Park to One Tree Hill, focusing on road safety, freight efficiency, and public transport integration to support a projected population increase of over 140,000 residents by 2041. It specifically evaluates the resilience of strategic road corridors and identifies improvements to active transport networks to accommodate rapid urban expansion.
UniSA Magill Campus Redevelopment (Magill Project)
Redevelopment of the 14.62 hectare former UniSA Magill campus on both sides of St Bernards Road into a Renewal SA led masterplanned residential community of more than 400 homes, including at least 20 percent affordable housing, with enhanced open space, tree canopy, community and recreational facilities, and retention of Murray House and the Third Creek corridor; Renewal SA and design consultant Oxigen are preparing a structure plan following community engagement from November 2024 to February 2025, with staged redevelopment expected through to about 2036 once existing UniSA leases expire. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Employment
Employment conditions in Rosslyn Park rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally
Rosslyn Park has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate was 1.7% as of September 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.2%.
This is lower than Greater Adelaide's unemployment rate of 3.9%, but its workforce participation rate is similar at 66.4%. About 15.9% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The dominant employment sectors are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade. Health care & social assistance has particularly notable concentration with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average.
However, transport, postal & warehousing employs only 0.9% of local workers, below Greater Adelaide's 4.3%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 3.2% while labour force grew by 3.3%, leaving unemployment broadly flat. In contrast, Greater Adelaide saw employment rise by 3.0%, labour force grow by 2.9%, and unemployment fall by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Rosslyn Park. These projections estimate national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these industry-specific projections to Rosslyn Park's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.4% over five years and 15.2% over ten years, though these are simple weighting extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not consider localised population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Income
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released on June 30, 2023, Rosslyn Park had a median income among taxpayers of $60,442 and an average income of $93,393. Nationally, the median income was $54,808 and the average was $66,852. By September 2025, estimates suggest Rosslyn Park's median income will be approximately $65,761 and the average will be around $101,612, based on an 8.8% Wage Price Index growth since June 2023. Census 2021 data shows incomes in Rosslyn Park rank between the 77th and 79th percentiles nationally for households, families, and individuals. Income distribution reveals that 29.2% of Rosslyn Park residents earn over $4,000 annually, compared to the surrounding region where the most common bracket is $1,500 - $2,999. The area's affluence is evident with 38.7% earning over $3,000 per week. After housing costs, residents retain 89.6% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power. Rosslyn Park's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Housing
Rosslyn Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
Rosslyn Park's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 82.9% houses and 17.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This contrasts with Adelaide metro's figures of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Rosslyn Park was recorded at 56.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 29.5% and rented ones at 13.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,600, higher than Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. Weekly rent figures were recorded at $398, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Rosslyn Park's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while rents surpassed the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Household Composition
Rosslyn Park features high concentrations of family households, with a fairly typical median household size
Family households compose 77.0% of all households, including 34.7% couples with children, 34.0% couples without children, and 8.3% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 23.0%, with lone person households at 21.7% and group households comprising 0.9% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, aligning with the Greater Adelaide average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
Local Schools & Education
Rosslyn Park demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics
Rosslyn Park residents aged 15+ have a university qualification rate of 49.0%, exceeding South Australia's (SA) state average of 25.7% and Greater Adelaide's 28.9%. This high educational attainment is beneficial for knowledge-based opportunities. The most common degree held is Bachelor at 30.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 14.1% and graduate diplomas at 4.0%. Vocational pathways account for 21.9% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas making up 11.8% and certificates 10.1%.
Educational participation is high in the area, with 26.2% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes tertiary education at 8.3%, primary education at 7.4%, and secondary education at 7.3%.
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Nearby Services & Amenities
Transport
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Rosslyn Park has nine operational public transport stops, all of which serve buses. These stops are covered by thirteen different routes that together facilitate 612 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is considered excellent, with residents typically situated 196 meters from the nearest stop. Primarily residential, most Rosslyn Park residents commute outward using their cars (89%), while only 7% use buses. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding regional averages. According to the 2021 Census, 15.9% of residents work from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions.
Across all routes, service frequency averages 87 trips daily, equating to about 68 weekly trips per individual stop.
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Health
Rosslyn Park's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups
Rosslyn Park's health outcomes show excellent results based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Approximately 64% of Rosslyn Park's total population (963 people) has private health cover, compared to Greater Adelaide's 52.7%.
Nationally, the average is 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions in Rosslyn Park are arthritis and diabetes, affecting 7.9 and 5.7% of residents respectively. Notably, 70.0% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to Greater Adelaide's 67.9%. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Rosslyn Park has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 29.9% (451 people), compared to Greater Adelaide's 19.3%. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, aligning with national rankings for the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Cultural Diversity
Rosslyn Park 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
Rosslyn Park has a high level of cultural diversity, with 31.5% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 39.4% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Rosslyn Park, making up 50.3% of people, but Buddhism is notably overrepresented compared to Greater Adelaide, comprising 4.9% of the population. The top three ancestry groups are English (20.9%), Australian (16.7%), and Chinese (13.1%).
Notably, Italian (10.8%) and Hungarian (0.5%) are overrepresented in Rosslyn Park compared to regional averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
Age
Rosslyn Park hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide
Rosslyn Park's median age is 49 years, which is notably higher than Greater Adelaide's median age of 39 and the national norm of 38. Compared to the Greater Adelaide average, Rosslyn Park has a notably over-represented cohort of 65-74 year-olds (15.1% locally), while those aged 25-34 are under-represented (7.6%). The concentration of 65-74 year-olds is well above the national average of 9.5%. Between 2021 and present, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 9.4% to 10.9% of the population, while the 0 to 4 cohort has declined from 3.0% to 2.3%. Demographic modeling suggests Rosslyn Park's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 85+ age cohort is projected to grow significantly, expanding by 51 people (an increase of 87%) from 58 to 110. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 61% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, numbers in the 35-44 age range are expected to fall by 1.