Two Wells

Two Wells lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

As of Nov 2025, the estimated population for the Two Wells statistical area (Lv2) is around 4,352 people. This represents an increase of 1,119 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,233 people. The growth reflects a resident population estimate of 4,226 by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024), along with an additional 382 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 99 persons per square kilometer. The Two Wells SA2's growth rate of 34.6% since the 2021 census exceeds both the state (8.7%) and metropolitan area averages, positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 79.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

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 are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Future projections anticipate exceptional growth for the area, placing it in the top 10 percent nationally over the period from 2025 to 2041. The area is expected to increase by 2,210 persons by 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an overall increase of 40.0% during this timeframe.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Two Wells among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Two Wells averaged around 136 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY21 and FY25, an estimated 684 homes were approved, with another 48 so far in FY26. This averages to approximately 1.3 new residents arriving per new home over the past five financial years, suggesting balanced supply and demand conditions.

The average development value is around $400,000, indicating a focus on premium market properties. In FY26, $8.2 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting Two Wells' primarily residential nature. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Two Wells shows 183.0% higher development activity per person, offering buyers greater choice and demonstrating robust developer interest. Recent building activity consists entirely of detached dwellings, preserving the area's low density nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers, at around 31 people per approval. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Two Wells is expected to grow by approximately 1,740 residents through to 2041, suggesting that current construction levels should adequately meet demand and create favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Looking ahead, Two Wells is expected to grow by 1,740 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Two Wells has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 15thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified eight projects that may impact this area. Key projects include Two Wells Town Centre, Two Wells Main Street Masterplan, Grevillea Grove, and Two Wells Primary School Infrastructure Upgrade. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis places Two Wells well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Two Wells has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. The construction sector is prominent, with an unemployment rate of 2.8% and estimated employment growth of 2.4% in the past year (AreaSearch data).

As of September 2025, 2,110 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.1% below Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is at 66.2%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 61.7%. Key employment sectors include construction, health care & social assistance, and manufacturing. Construction shows strong specialization, with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level.

Health care & social assistance has limited presence, at 12.6% compared to 17.7% regionally. Employment opportunities locally appear limited, as indicated by Census data. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 2.4%, while labour force grew by 1.9%, reducing unemployment by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Adelaide saw employment rise by 3.0% and unemployment fall by 0.1 percentage points. State-level data (to 25-Nov) shows SA employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, compared to the national rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's forecasts suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 12.3% over ten years. Applying these projections to Two Wells' employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 5.7% over five years and 12.3% over ten years.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2023, the suburb of Two Wells had a median income among taxpayers of $54,274. The average income in Two Wells stood at $62,769 during this period. These figures were below the national averages of $54,808 and $66,852 respectively for Greater Adelaide. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% from financial year ended June 2023 to September 2025, current estimates would be approximately $59,050 (median) and $68,293 (average) in Two Wells as of that latter date. Census data from 2021 shows household, family, and personal incomes in Two Wells clustered around the 55th percentile nationally. The earnings profile indicates that 44.8% of the population, comprising 1,949 individuals, fell within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, reflecting patterns seen at regional levels where 31.8% similarly occupied this range. High housing costs consumed 15.4% of income in Two Wells, but strong earnings still placed disposable income at the 60th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

Two Wells' dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 99.6% houses and 0.4% other dwellings, compared to Adelaide metro's 86.9% houses and 13.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Two Wells stood at 22.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 66.1% and rented ones at 11.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,700, higher than Adelaide metro's average of $1,500. Median weekly rent in Two Wells was $300, compared to Adelaide metro's $290. Nationally, Two Wells' mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 80.9% of all households, including 39.6% that are couples with children, 29.9% that are couples without children, and 10.1% that are single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 19.1%, with lone person households at 15.6% and group households at 2.7%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Two Wells faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 9.0%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 6.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.2%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 43.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 8.4% and certificates at 35.4%.

Educational participation is high, with 28.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.7% in primary education, 7.6% in secondary education, and 2.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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Health performance in Two Wells is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Two Wells faces significant health challenges with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, particularly among older age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover is relatively low at approximately 52% of the total population (~2,255 people). The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and arthritis, impacting 10.6 and 9.2% of residents respectively. Sixty-six point six percent of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 62.3% across Greater Adelaide. The area has 12.3% of residents aged 65 and over (535 people), which is lower than the 19.0% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges requiring more attention than the broader population.

Two Wells is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Two Wells, surveyed in 2016, showed low cultural diversity with 88.4% of residents born in Australia, 91.0% being citizens, and 93.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, practiced by 38.7%. Judaism, however, was overrepresented at 0.2%, compared to 0.0% regionally.

For ancestry, Australian (34.1%), English (30.7%), and Italian (6.1%) were the top groups. Notably, Dutch (1.8%), Maltese (0.7%), and German (4.3%) were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 1.5%, 0.5%, and 6.7% respectively.

Two Wells's population is younger than the national pattern

Two Wells, at 34 years, has a median age notably lower than Greater Adelaide's average of 39 and significantly under Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Two Wells has a higher proportion of 0-4 residents (8.2%) but fewer 75-84 year-olds (4.0%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 35-44 has increased from 12.8% to 14.3%. Conversely, the 45-54 age group has decreased from 13.2% to 10.8%, and the 55-64 cohort has dropped from 12.0% to 10.6%. By 2041, demographic modeling predicts significant changes in Two Wells's age profile. Notably, the 5-14 age group is projected to grow by 47%, adding 294 residents and reaching a total of 917.