Toorak Gardens

Toorak Gardens 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 population of the suburb of Toorak Gardens is estimated at around 2,553, reflecting a decrease of 51 people since the 2021 Census. The resident population was estimated by AreaSearch to be 2,549 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 2,342 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration 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, released in 2023 based on 2021 data, with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Future demographic trends anticipate a population increase just below the median of national statistical areas, with the suburb expected to grow by 277 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 16.1% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Toorak Gardens according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Toorak Gardens has recorded just one dwelling approval over the past five years, from 2016 to 2021. This suggests that the area is largely built out with minimal vacant land for development. Established areas like Toorak Gardens often see steady demand for existing properties due to limited new-build alternatives.

Compared to Greater Adelaide, Toorak Gardens records markedly lower building activity. This constrained new construction usually reinforces demand and pricing for existing properties. However, recent periods have seen a pickup in development activity. Nationally, the level of development is also lower than average, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints.

Toorak Gardens has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 15thth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. Two projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to impact this region. Notable projects comprise Glenside Development, Burnside Village Expansion, Norwood Oval Redevelopment, and O-Bahn City Access Project. The following details projects likely to be most relevant:.

Professional plan users can use the search below to filter and access additional projects.

Denotes AI-based impression for illustrative purposes only, not to be taken as definitive under any circumstances. Please follow links and conduct other investigations from the project's source for actual imagery. Developers and project owners wishing us to use original imagery please Contact Us and we will do so.

Employment conditions in Toorak Gardens rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Toorak Gardens has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate was 1.6% as of September 2025. This rate is lower than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.1%, based on AreaSearch data aggregation. As of September 2025, 1,492 residents were employed, with a workforce participation rate of 69.6%, slightly higher than Greater Adelaide's 66.4%. A moderate 17.7% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training.

The area has a particularly notable concentration in professional & technical services, with employment levels at 1.9 times the regional average. Conversely, construction shows lower representation at 4.6% versus the regional average of 8.7%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 3.1%, while the labour force grew by 3.1%, leaving unemployment broadly flat at around 2.4%. In contrast, Greater Adelaide saw employment rise by 3.0% and unemployment fall slightly to 3.8%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest future demand within Toorak Gardens could increase by 7.6% over five years and 15.5% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended 30 June 2023, Toorak Gardens had a median income among taxpayers of $63,863 and an average income of $104,598. These figures place Toorak Gardens in the top percentile nationally compared to Greater Adelaide's median income of $54,808 and average income of $66,852. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% between financial years 2023 and 2025 (as of September), current estimated incomes are approximately $69,483 (median) and $113,803 (average). Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Toorak Gardens rank highly nationally, between the 82nd and 84th percentiles. The $4000+ income bracket dominates with 32.0% of residents, while the $1,500 - 2,999 range is less prevalent compared to regional trends. Economic strength is evident as 40.3% of households achieve high weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. After housing costs, residents retain 89.5% of income, reflecting strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

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

In Toorak Gardens, as per the latest Census evaluation, 65.1% of dwellings were houses, with 34.9% being other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. In contrast, Adelaide metro had 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Toorak Gardens stood at 47.0%, with mortgaged properties at 25.7% and rented ones at 27.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,575, exceeding the Adelaide metro average of $1,562. The median weekly rent in Toorak Gardens was $320, matching the Adelaide metro figure. Nationally, mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially lower at $375.

Toorak Gardens has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households comprise 70.1% of all households, including 32.9% couples with children, 29.6% couples without children, and 6.9% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 29.9%, with lone person households at 27.6% and group households comprising 2.1%. The median household size is 2.5 people, matching the Greater Adelaide average.

Toorak Gardens shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational attainment in Toorak Gardens is notably higher than broader averages. 55.5% of residents aged 15 and above hold university qualifications, compared to 25.7% in South Australia (SA) and 28.9% in Greater Adelaide. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 34.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 16.9% and graduate diplomas at 4.2%. Vocational pathways account for 19.8% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 9.0% and certificates at 10.8%.

Educational participation is high, with 31.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.7% in secondary education, 8.9% in tertiary education, and 8.3% pursuing primary education.

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

Toorak Gardens has 15 operational public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops cater to 20 different routes that facilitate a total of 1,139 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent accessibility to these stops, with an average distance of 177 meters from their homes to the nearest stop. The area is predominantly residential, with outward commuting being the norm. Cars are the primary mode of transport, used by 83% of residents, followed by buses at 7%, and cycling at 4%. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 17.7% of residents work from home, a figure that may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 162 trips per day, which translates to approximately 75 weekly trips per individual stop.

Toorak Gardens's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Health outcomes data shows excellent results across Toorak Gardens. AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence indicates a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 68% of the total population (1,741 people), compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 7.1 and 6.2% of residents respectively, while 71.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide. Working-age residents show low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 26.0% of residents aged 65 and over (663 people), higher than the 19.3% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Toorak Gardens had a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 27.1% of its residents born overseas and 20.5% speaking languages other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Toorak Gardens, accounting for 50.6% of its population. Notably, the 'Other' religious category comprised 1.2%, slightly higher than Greater Adelaide's 1.8%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (27.1%), Australian (20.9%), and Irish (7.6%). Some ethnic groups showed significant differences: French was overrepresented at 0.8% compared to the regional average of 0.4%, Italian at 6.4% versus 5.2%, and Greek at 3.2% against 2.0%.

Toorak Gardens hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Toorak Gardens has a median age of 47, which is significantly higher than Greater Adelaide's figure of 39 and the national average of 38. The age profile indicates that individuals aged 75-84 are notably prominent, making up 10.2% of the population, while those aged 25-34 comprise only 9.0%, a smaller proportion than in Greater Adelaide. Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the percentage of the population aged 75 to 84 has increased from 8.5% to 10.2%, while the 15 to 24 age group has risen from 13.7% to 15.3%. Conversely, the proportion of individuals aged 65 to 74 has declined from 14.0% to 12.8%, and those aged 45 to 54 have decreased from 13.2% to 12.1%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Toorak Gardens' age structure. Notably, the 75 to 84 age group is projected to grow by 29%, adding 75 people and reaching a total of 336 from the current figure of 260. In contrast, the 0 to 4 age cohort is expected to show minimal growth, increasing by just 4% or 3 people.