St Morris

Population growth drivers in St Morris are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

The population of St Morris is estimated at around 1,846 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 248 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,598 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 1,784 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3,356 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. St Morris's growth of 15.5% since the 2021 census exceeded the state's (9.0%) and Greater Adelaide's, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Considering projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is projected for the suburb, with an expected expansion of 365 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 11.9% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees St Morris recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, St Morris has experienced around 19 dwellings receiving development approval each year over the past five financial years. This totals an estimated 96 homes from FY-20 to FY-24. So far in FY-25, 7 approvals have been recorded. On average, only 1 person per year moves to the area for each dwelling built during this period (FY-21 to FY-25).

New construction is matching or outpacing demand, offering buyers more options and enabling population growth that could exceed current expectations. The average expected construction cost value of new properties is $505,000, indicating developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. Additionally, $2.7 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded this financial year, suggesting limited commercial development focus compared to residential growth. When measured against Greater Adelaide, St Morris records 75.0% more new home approvals per person. This should provide buyers with ample choice and reflects strong developer confidence in the area.

New building activity shows 68.0% standalone homes and 32.0% townhouses or apartments, offering options across different price points from family homes to more affordable compact living. With around 89 people per dwelling approval, St Morris exhibits characteristics of a growth area. Population forecasts indicate St Morris will gain 220 residents through to 2041, according to 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.

St Morris has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 18thth percentile nationally

No changes can significantly affect a region's performance like modifications to local infrastructure, substantial projects, and planning initiatives. Zero projects have been identified by AreaSearch that could potentially impact this area. Notable projects include Trinity Valley Stormwater Drainage Upgrade, Magill Campus Renewal Project, Adelaide Level Crossings Congestion and Safety, and SA Water Capital Work Delivery Contracts, with the following list outlining those most likely to be relevant.

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St Morris ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

St Morris has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate was 2.6% as of September 2025, which is 1.3% lower than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.0%, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data.

Workforce participation in St Morris is on par with Greater Adelaide's 66.4%. According to Census responses, 15.2% of residents work from home, although Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Leading employment industries among residents include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade. The area shows particular strength in professional & technical services, with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level.

Conversely, manufacturing has lower representation at 4.5% compared to the regional average of 7.0%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on the count of Census working population to local population. In the 12-month period ending September 2025, employment increased by 4.0% alongside labour force growth of 3.9%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these industry-specific projections to St Morris's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, although these are simple weighting extrapolations for illustrative purposes only and do not take into account localised population projections.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 indicates that St Morris's median income among taxpayers is $57,811. The average income in this suburb is $79,750. Nationally, these figures are extremely high compared to Greater Adelaide's median of $54,808 and average of $66,852. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since financial year 2023, current estimates for St Morris would be approximately $62,898 (median) and $86,768 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census figures, incomes in St Morris cluster around the 51st percentile nationally. The predominant income cohort spans 30.2% of locals (557 people), falling within the $1,500 - 2,999 category, which mirrors regional levels at 31.8%. After housing costs, 85.0% of income remains for other expenses. St Morris's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

St Morris displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

St Morris' dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 64.0% houses and 36.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This contrasts with Adelaide metro's 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in St Morris was at 35.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 34.8% and rented ones at 29.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,895, higher than Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. Median weekly rent in St Morris was $343, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, St Morris' mortgage repayments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are lower than the national figure of $375.

St Morris features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 65.0% of all households, including 30.6% couples with children, 23.8% couples without children, and 8.8% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 35.0%, with lone person households at 30.7% and group households comprising 4.5%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Educational achievement in St Morris places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Educational attainment in St Morris is high, with 39.0% of residents aged 15+ having university qualifications compared to 25.7% in SA and 28.9% in Greater Adelaide. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 27.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.7%) and graduate diplomas (4.2%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 26.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them – advanced diplomas account for 10.9% and certificates for 15.2%. Educational participation is notable, with 28.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 8.9% in primary education, 8.0% in secondary education, and 7.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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

St Morris has six operational public transport stops, all offering bus services. These stops are served by seven different routes, facilitating a total of 524 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is deemed good, with residents, on average, residing 230 meters from the nearest stop. Predominantly residential, most St Morris residents commute outwards, primarily by car (87%), followed by bus (8%) and cycling (2%). On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, 15.2% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Across all routes, an average of 74 trips are made daily, translating to roughly 87 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in St Morris is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

St Morris demonstrates above-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is quite low across both younger and older age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 58% of the total population (1,079 people), compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide. The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 8.0 and 7.9% of residents respectively, while 71.4% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide. The under-65 population demonstrates better than average health outcomes. The area has 17.4% of residents aged 65 and over (321 people), which is lower than the 19.3% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in St Morris was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

St Morris, surveyed in July-August 2016, had higher cultural diversity than most local markets. Its population born overseas was 26.9%, speaking a language other than English at home was 24.6%. Christianity dominated St Morris' religion, comprising 48.9% of its people.

The 'Other' religious category was slightly overrepresented in St Morris with 1.7%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 1.8%. In ancestry, the top three groups were English (23.2%), Australian (18.9%), and Italian (14.9%), significantly higher than regional averages of 5.2% for Italians. Notably, Germans were overrepresented at 6.1%, Hungarians at 0.4%, and Greeks at 3.2%.

St Morris's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in St Morris is 40 years, similar to Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years, and somewhat older than Australia's median age of 38 years. The 55-64 age group comprises 12.7% of the population in St Morris, compared to Greater Adelaide. The 75-84 cohort is less prevalent at 5.7%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 35 to 44 age group grew from 11.9% to 13.6%, while the 45 to 54 cohort declined from 13.8% to 12.5%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in St Morris, with the 45 to 54 group projected to grow by 21%, reaching 279 people from 230. In contrast, the 0 to 4 cohort is expected to show minimal growth of just 8%, adding only 7 people.