Seaford Meadows

Seaford Meadows lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of November 2025, the estimated population of Seaford Meadows is around 6,162, reflecting a 20.8% increase since the 2021 Census when it had 5,102 residents. This growth is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 6,146 residents based on the latest ABS ERP data release (June 2024) and an additional 203 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is approximately 1,730 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Seaford Meadows' growth rate exceeded that of both its SA3 area (4.9%) and SA4 region, making it a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed about 41% to overall population gains recently, with all drivers including natural growth and interstate migration being positive factors. 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, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category from 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted with adjustments made using weighted aggregation methods. By 2041, Seaford Meadows is projected to increase by around 766 persons, reflecting a total increase of approximately 0.6% over the 17-year period.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, shows Seaford Meadows averaged around 58 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 293 homes. As of FY-26, 46 approvals have been recorded. Over these five years (FY-21 to FY-25), an average of 1.5 people moved to the area per dwelling built. However, this has decreased to 0.8 people per dwelling over the past two financial years.

Development projects averaged $380,000 in construction value. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Seaford Meadows recorded 127.0% more development activity per person as of FY-26. New development consisted of 78.0% standalone homes and 22.0% attached dwellings. The area reflected a developing population, with around 51 people per approval. Future projections estimate Seaford Meadows to add 37 residents by 2041, suggesting new housing supply should comfortably meet demand at current development rates.

Future projections show Seaford Meadows adding 37 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Seaford Meadows has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 38thth percentile nationally

Five projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to impact the area significantly. These include Sunset Residential Development, Main South Road Duplication Stage 1 - Aldinga Project, Fleurieu Connections - Main South Road Duplication, and Seaford Rail Extension. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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Employment performance in Seaford Meadows has been broadly consistent with national averages

Seaford Meadows has a skilled workforce with key industries including health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The unemployment rate was 4.5% as of June 2025, compared to Greater Adelaide's 4.0%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.9%. Workforce participation in Seaford Meadows is higher than Greater Adelaide's, at 71.7% versus 61.7%. The area has a particular employment specialization in retail trade, with an employment share of 1.3 times the regional level. However, education & training employs only 7.1% of local workers, below Greater Adelaide's 9.3%.

Employment levels increased by 2.9% and labour force increased by 2.9% during the year to June 2025, while unemployment remained essentially unchanged. In contrast, Greater Adelaide experienced employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.1%, with a marginal rise in unemployment. According to Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22, national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Seaford Meadows' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, assuming constant population projections.

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 2022 shows Seaford Meadows' median income among taxpayers is $57,930. The average income in the area was $65,425 during this period. These figures are comparable to national averages and differ slightly from Greater Adelaide's median of $52,592 and average of $64,886. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.83% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $65,362 (median) and $73,819 (average). Census data indicates that incomes in Seaford Meadows cluster around the 52nd percentile nationally. Income distribution shows that 43.0% of locals (2,649 people) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 category, similar to regional patterns where 31.8% occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Seaford Meadows, with only 80.8% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 41st percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

In Seaford Meadows, as per the latest Census evaluation, 88.4% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 11.6% consisting of semi-detached properties, apartments, and other dwelling types. This is similar to Adelaide metro's composition of 89.2% houses and 10.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Seaford Meadows stood at 12.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 49.0% and rented ones at 38.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,610, higher than Adelaide metro's average of $1,452. Weekly rent in Seaford Meadows was recorded at $360, compared to Adelaide metro's $314. Nationally, Seaford Meadows' mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 77.6% of all households, including 34.2% couples with children, 24.4% couples without children, and 18.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 22.4%, with lone person households at 19.5% and group households comprising 3.0%. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Seaford Meadows demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 19.0%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 13.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.1%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational credentials are common among residents aged 15+, with 45.4% holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (10.8%) and certificates (34.6%). Educational participation is high at 31.9%, with 12.8% in primary education, 7.5% in secondary education, and 4.4% pursuing tertiary education.

Schools appear to be located outside the immediate catchment boundaries, requiring families to access schools in neighboring areas.

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

Seaford Meadows has 18 operational public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 13 distinct routes, collectively facilitating 863 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is deemed good, with residents generally situated 230 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, service frequency stands at 123 trips per day across all routes, translating to roughly 47 weekly trips per individual stop.

Seaford Meadows's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Health data shows Seaford Meadows residents have relatively positive health outcomes. Common health condition prevalence is low among the general population but higher than the national average for older and at-risk cohorts.

Private health cover rate is approximately 53%, slightly above Greater Adelaide's average of 48.6%. The area has about 3,257 people. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common conditions, affecting 11.7% and 9.6% respectively. About 69.4% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 62.9% in Greater Adelaide. The area has 8.8% of residents aged 65 and over (542 people), lower than Greater Adelaide's 21.0%.

In terms of cultural diversity, Seaford Meadows records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Seaford Meadows' population was found to be approximately aligned with the broader area's average in terms of cultural diversity, with 78.4% born in Australia, 90.3% being citizens, and 92.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 30.8%. Judaism, however, was notably higher than the regional average, making up 0.1% compared to 0.1% across Greater Adelaide.

The top three ancestral groups were English (34.4%), Australian (28.8%), and Scottish (6.9%). Some ethnic groups showed notable differences: Welsh were similarly represented at 0.8%, Hungarian was slightly higher at 0.4% compared to the regional average of 0.3%, and German was lower at 4.7%.

Seaford Meadows hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Seaford Meadows has a median age of 31, which is younger than Greater Adelaide's figure of 39 years and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Seaford Meadows has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (19.1%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (6.8%). Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the population aged 15-24 has increased from 12.6% to 13.7%, while the age group of 5-14 has decreased from 15.7% to 15.0%. By 2041, demographic forecasts indicate significant changes in Seaford Meadows' population structure. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to grow by 13%, adding 90 residents to reach a total of 799. Conversely, the 25-34 and 65-74 age groups are expected to see reductions in their numbers.