Seaford Rise

Seaford Rise has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, the estimated population of the suburb of Seaford Rise is around 6,324 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 219 people (3.6%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,105 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 6,313 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 14 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,007 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's 3.6% growth since census positions it within 2.2 percentage points of the SA3 area (5.8%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 36.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including interstate migration and natural growth were positive factors.

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. Considering the projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth of Australian statistical areas is projected for the suburb of Seaford Rise, with the area expected to increase by 1,061 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 16.6% in total over the 16 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Seaford Rise when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data shows Seaford Rise has had around 24 new homes approved each year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 122 homes. As of FY-26, 14 approvals have been recorded. Over these five years, an average of 2.2 people per year have moved to the area for each new home constructed, indicating solid demand that supports property values. New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $487,000, suggesting developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties.

In FY-26, $24,000 in commercial development approvals have been recorded, indicating minimal commercial development activity compared to Greater Adelaide. Seaford Rise has 19.0% less new development per person than Greater Adelaide but ranks among the 66th percentile of areas assessed nationally, with recent construction activity intensifying. All recent development has comprised detached houses, sustaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space.

Seaford Rise reflects a low density area, with around 213 people per approval. Population forecasts indicate Seaford Rise will gain 1,050 residents by 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Seaford Rise has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 20thth percentile nationally

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

Seaford Rise has a balanced workforce comprising both white and blue collar jobs. Essential services sectors are well represented in the area. The unemployment rate was 4.0% as of December 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 3.4% over the past year.

This figure is based on AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, 3,249 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 0.2% higher than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation in Seaford Rise was comparable to Greater Adelaide's figure of 66.0%.

According to Census responses, only 10.5% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The key industries of employment among residents were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. In contrast, professional & technical services employed just 4.2% of local workers, lower than Greater Adelaide's figure of 7.3%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as suggested by the ratio of Census working population to resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 3.4% while labour force grew by 2.9%, leading to a decrease in unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Adelaide saw an increase of 4.2% in employment, 3.9% growth in labour force, and a reduction of 0.3 percentage points in unemployment during the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 provide insights into potential future demand within Seaford Rise. These projections estimate national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. However, industry-specific growth rates vary significantly. Applying these projections to Seaford Rise's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.9% over ten years. It is important to note that these figures are based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and do not account for localised population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released on June 30, 2023, Seaford Rise had a median income among taxpayers of $48,961 with the average level standing at $55,124. This is below the national average and compares to levels of $54,808 and $66,852 across Greater Adelaide respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since June 30, 2023, current estimates would be approximately $53,940 (median) and $60,730 (average) as of March 2026. Census data reveals household income ranks at the 30th percentile, family income at the 31st percentile, and personal income at the 35th percentile in Seaford Rise. Distribution data shows that 34.5% of locals (2,181 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, which is similar to the broader area where this cohort represents 31.8%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Seaford Rise, with only 83.5% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 35th percentile.

Seaford Rise is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

In Seaford Rise, as per the latest Census evaluation, 94.0% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 6.0% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. In contrast, Adelaide metro had 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Seaford Rise stood at 27.0%, compared to mortgaged dwellings at 48.0% and rented ones at 24.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, lower than Adelaide metro's $1,562. The median weekly rent in Seaford Rise was $318, similar to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Seaford Rise's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,517 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Seaford Rise has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 74.5% of all households, including 34.8% couples with children, 25.4% couples without children, and 13.2% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 25.5%, with lone person households at 23.8% and group households at 1.9%. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Seaford Rise fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area has lower university qualification rates at 14.7%, compared to the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are held by 43.8% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 11.5% and certificates at 32.3%. Educational participation is high, with 30.1% currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 12.2% in primary education, 8.8% 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 shows 33 active public transport stops in Seaford Rise, offering a mix of bus services. These stops are served by 16 different routes, collectively providing 783 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 204 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward. Car remains the dominant mode at 89%, while train accounts for 7%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 10.5% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 111 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 23 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Seaford Rise is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data indicates significant health challenges in Seaford Rise. AreaSearch's assessment shows high prevalence of common health conditions across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low, at approximately 49% of the total population (around 3,088 people), compared to 52.7% in Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and arthritis are the most common conditions, affecting 10.3% and 9.8% of residents respectively. However, 63.8% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 67.9% in Greater Adelaide. The working-age population faces notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 19.9% of residents aged 65 and over (1,258 people), with senior health outcomes broadly in line with national rankings.

In terms of cultural diversity, Seaford Rise 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 Rise, when compared to the broader area, had a population that was approximately equally diverse culturally. It was found that 73.8% of its residents were born in Australia, with 90.4% holding citizenship and 94.6% speaking only English at home. Christianity was identified as the predominant religion in Seaford Rise, making up 37.7% of the population.

However, Judaism showed a notable overrepresentation, comprising 0.1% of the population compared to the same proportion across Greater Adelaide. Regarding ancestry, the top three groups were English at 38.1%, Australian at 27.4%, and Scottish at 7.6%. While these figures are higher than regional averages for English (27.8%) and Australian (25.0%), they are lower for Scottish (9.0%). Other ethnic groups with notable differences include Welsh, which was overrepresented at 1.0% in Seaford Rise compared to the regional average of 0.6%, Hungarian at 0.5% versus 0.3%, and South Australian at 0.8% versus 0.3%.

Seaford Rise's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

Seaford Rise's median age is 39 years, aligning with the Greater Adelaide average of 39 years and closely matching the Australian median of 38 years. Comparing the local population to the Greater Adelaide average, those aged 5-14 are notably over-represented at 13.8%, while those aged 25-34 are under-represented at 10.0%. Post-2021 Census, the 75-84 age group has increased from 5.5% to 7.6% of Seaford Rise's population. Conversely, the 5-14 cohort has decreased from 15.3% to 13.8%, and the 45-54 group has dropped from 13.8% to 12.6%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Seaford Rise's age profile will significantly change. The 75-84 cohort is projected to grow by 53%, adding 253 residents to reach 734. Demographic aging continues as those aged 65 and older represent 52% of anticipated growth. However, the 55-64 group shows modest growth at 0%, adding only 0 residents.