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Warradale has an estimated 6,457 residents, up from 5,801 at the 2021 Census — a change of 656 people, or 11.3%. Growth has averaged 2.0% a year over five years, faster than 75% of areas nationally. Overseas migration accounts for 94.0% of that increase. That puts 3,212 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on ABS population updates for the broader area and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, Warradale's population is estimated at around 6,457 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 656 people (11.3%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,801 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 6,435, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 49 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3,212 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Warradale's 11.3% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region (6.2%), along with the SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 94.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. Projections utilize regional metrics established in 2024 by official geographical and statistical bodies using 2022 baseline records, supplemented by state-level age demographics from 2023 derived from 2021 data, which are aggregated down to localized units. Future outlooks suggest the suburb of Warradale will experience expansion speed exceeding the national midpoint, adding 1,234 residents by 2041, which corresponds to an 18.8% growth rate over the 16-year projection window.
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248 new dwellings have been approved in Warradale over the past five years, an average of 49 a year. That places the area in the 71st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 46 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 52% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 48, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis of building registry files reveals that Warradale averages approximately 49 residential building approvals annually, translating to 248 newly permitted homes over the preceding 5 financial years. Thus far in the course of FY-26, municipal records show 44 approvals. With household occupancy tracking at 2.4 residents per dwelling during the 5-year span from FY-21 to FY-25, steady residential demand supports local real estate, where new residential builds average $291,000 in construction costs. Additionally, commercial building approvals reached $3.7 million during the current fiscal year, highlighting the suburb's focus on housing.
Compared to the broader metropolitan area of Greater Adelaide, per capita residential construction in Warradale runs 17.0% higher over the 5-year timeframe, offering buyers options while supporting existing asset values, despite a recent slowdown in overall building. Current construction projects are split between 52.0% standalone houses and 48.0% semi-detached or multi-unit buildings, creating a diverse market of townhouses and apartments alongside standard houses. This marks a clear departure from the historical layout where houses make up 68.0% of properties, pointing to scarcer vacant land and rising demand for denser, more attainable housing. Generating one building permit for roughly every 193 residents, Warradale displays the hallmarks of an expanding community. Looking forward, the population is anticipated to rise by 1,212 occupants by 2041 relative to the most recent quarterly projections. The current pace of home building appears well-matched to future needs, suggesting balanced supply and demand without sharp price shocks.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 13 current infrastructure and development projects close to Warradale, worth an estimated $2.03 billion. 8 are already under construction and 4 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, retail and business parks & technology hubs. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local economic performance is heavily influenced by public works, development projects, and zoning updates. Two key initiatives have been identified as having a direct local impact. Major projects include the Westfield Marion Expansion, the Marion Cultural Centre Plaza Upgrade, Stage 1 of the Flinders Medical Centre Southern Redevelopment (Acute Services Building), and the River Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Project, with the most relevant local details listed below.
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Westfield Marion Expansion
Major $259 million expansion and renovation of Westfield Marion shopping centre by Scentre Group. Adding 52 specialty shops and 20 eateries, new ground floor mall, four-level carpark facing Diagonal Road. Expanding from 135,300sqm to 152,200sqm. Part of $500 million South Australian development pipeline including new retail spaces, fresh food precinct, dining options, and entertainment facilities. Enhanced parking and contemporary design updates. Creates up to 2,600 construction and retail jobs, strengthening position as premier southern suburbs retail destination.Introduction of paid parking for stays over 3 hours with ticketless system using numberplate recognition.
Oaklands Green
South Australia's largest social and affordable housing renewal project, transforming 16.5 hectares into a masterplanned community. The development delivers 680 new dwellings, comprising 235 social housing homes managed by Junction and 445 private/affordable homes. The project features 3.4 hectares of open space, including the expansion of Rajah Reserve and sustainable Green Star rated designs. Construction is staged over eight years with the first residents moved in during 2023.
Tonsley Innovation District
61-hectare renewal of the former Mitsubishi site into a mixed-use innovation precinct led by Renewal SA with partners including Flinders University, TAFE SA and Peet (Tonsley Village). The district continues staged delivery of commercial, education, research and residential assets under a 2012-2028 masterplan.
Morphettville / Glengowrie Horse Related Activities Code Amendment
Two code amendments rezoning nearly 14 hectares from recreation and horse-related uses to urban neighbourhood zones. It facilitates the transition of former stabling areas into medium to high-density housing, accommodating up to 136 homes with developments up to 8 levels, and mitigating ongoing risks with the movement of horses on public streets.
Little Bang Brewery at Tonsley Boiler House
Redevelopment of Tonsley's Boiler House into a new hospitality venue. Plans include a micro-brewery, bar, restaurant, and bottle shop, aiming to open by 2026. This project is set to enhance the amenity and social offerings within the Tonsley Innovation District.
Tonsley Retail Precinct
A new mixed-use hub valued at $47 million, bringing diverse retail, commercial, and wellbeing offerings to Tonsley. Plans include a multi-level gym (V2FIT), indoor bouldering gym, food and beverage outlets (pizza & wine bar, cafe, delicatessen), an independent supermarket, specialty shops, allied health services, and 5700my of new office space. Development approval for the first stage has been secured, with construction planned to commence late 2024.
Tonsley Technical College
A new technical college within the Tonsley Innovation District, nearing completion as part of Flinders University's Stage 2 development. It contributes to the district's focus on education and training in various high-value industry sectors.
Tonsley Village
An 11-hectare residential development by Peet Limited within the Tonsley Innovation District, aiming to deliver over 850 homes, including terrace homes and apartments. The community offers a convenient, low-maintenance lifestyle with green open spaces and connectivity to Tonsley's amenities. All terrace homes have been sold, and apartments are currently for sale.
3,510 residents of Warradale are employed, from a labour force of 3,577. Unemployment sits at 1.9%, with participation at 67.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 5,018, about 78% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Warradale features a highly skilled labor pool with a strong concentration of professionals, a low unemployment rate of 1.9%, and a 5.3% annual expansion in jobs. In March 2026, active workers numbered 3,510, while the local jobless rate sat 2.0 percentage points below the 3.8% recorded across Greater Adelaide. Labor participation matches the metropolitan benchmark of 66.6%. The proportion of home-based workers stood at 11.0% during the census, though this was likely influenced by health restrictions. The dominant employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade.
Local specialization is most pronounced in education & training, where the employment concentration is 1.3 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, manufacturing plays a minor role, employing 4.6% of workers compared to 7.0% regionally. The suburb is primarily residential, and the ratio of local jobs to working residents suggests that most workers travel outside the immediate area for employment. Local labor statistics show a 5.3% increase in employed residents and a 4.9% rise in the active labor force over the 12-month period, reducing the local unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. Across Greater Adelaide, employment grew by 4.2% and the labor force by 4.0%, while unemployment dropped by 0.2 percentage points. Long-term occupational projections from May-25 offer guidance on future job trends in Warradale. While national employment is modeled to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary by sector. Projecting these trends onto the local workforce profile points to a potential job growth of 7.1% over five years and 14.5% over ten years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Warradale is $1,626 a week (about $85,000 a year), with median personal income at $854 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,972 a year against an average of $72,375. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Tax statistics from the financial year 2023 report a median taxpayer income of $60,972 in Warradale, with the average income at $72,375, compared to Greater Adelaide figures of $54,808 and $66,852. Adjusting for a 10.17% rise in the Wage Price Index since the financial year 2023 suggests current figures of approximately $67,173 for median earnings and $79,736 for average earnings as of March 2026. Individual weekly earnings rank at the 60th percentile ($854 weekly), while household incomes sit at the 42nd percentile. The largest income bracket contains 31.6% of residents (2,040 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the metropolitan average of 31.8% in this category.
Housing costs consume a significant portion of earnings, leaving residents with 84.8% of their income, which ranks in the 45th percentile, while the SEIFA index places the area in the 6th decile for income distribution.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Warradale had 2,417 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 68% detached houses and 3% apartments. 39% are owned with a mortgage, 24% rented and 37% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $380 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 23.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the census, the housing mix in Warradale stood at 67.5% standalone houses and 32.6% multi-unit dwellings, compared to the metropolitan Adelaide average of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other structures. Home ownership is high, with 37.2% of homes owned outright, while 39.3% carry a mortgage and 23.5% are rented. The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,733 is higher than the Adelaide average of $1,562, and the median weekly rent of $380 exceeds the regional average of $320. Nationally, local mortgage costs remain below the Australian median of $1,863, while weekly rents exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Warradale counted 2,417 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,690 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 28% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 29% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 68.0% of local households, consisting of 27.8% couples with children, 27.9% couples without children, and 11.1% single-parent households. Single-person households account for 29.2% of the total, while group households represent 3.0%, bringing the non-family household share to 32.0%. The median household size of 2.3 individuals is slightly lower than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
32.4% of adults in Warradale hold a university qualification, including 21.7% with a bachelor degree and 7.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 20.9% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 461 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,059 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The local academic profile is characterized by high attainment, with 32.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to the state average of 25.7% and the regional SA4 average of 28.1%. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 21.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.2%. Technical training is also common, with 32.3% of adult residents holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas at 11.4% and certificates at 20.9%. A significant share of the population is engaged in study, with 27.1% of residents enrolled in an educational institution.
This group comprises 9.9% in primary school, 6.6% in secondary school, and 5.9% in tertiary programs.
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Public transport in Warradale reaches 30 stops on 29 routes, timetabled for about 2,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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The local transit network consists of 30 active bus and train stops, serving 29 routes that provide 2,307 passenger trips weekly. The average distance to the nearest transit stop is 169 meters. As a residential suburb, most workers commute out of the area, with 83% traveling by car and 8% by train. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.2 cars, which is below the metropolitan average. At the time of the census, 11.0% of employed residents worked from home, reflecting pandemic-era conditions. Transit services average 329 daily runs across the local network, translating to approximately 76 weekly departures per stop.
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67.9% of residents in Warradale report no long-term health condition. 4.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.8 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health outcomes for residents are generally positive, with standard rates of chronic illness across all age brackets and a high rate of private health insurance coverage. Approximately 56% of the population (~3,589 people) hold private health policies, compared to the Greater Adelaide average of 52.7%. Arthritis and asthma are the most common chronic conditions, affecting 8.7% and 7.6% of residents, while 67.9% of the population reported no long-term health conditions, matching the Greater Adelaide average. Health profiles for residents under 65 are better than national averages. The suburb has 20.5% of its population aged 65 and over (1,323 people), compared to 19.2% across Greater Adelaide, with overall health rankings aligning with broader national distributions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
25.8% of Warradale residents were born overseas and 16.2% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.7%) and Australian (24.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity is higher than in many comparable areas, with 25.8% of residents born outside Australia and 16.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, represented by 41.1% of the population. Hinduism shows a slight overrepresentation at 2.9% of residents, compared to 2.8% across Greater Adelaide. The most common ancestral backgrounds are English at 30.7%, Australian at 24.3%, and Irish at 7.9%. Some smaller ethnic groups show higher concentrations than the regional average, with Hungarian ancestry at 0.4% (compared to 0.3% regionally), German ancestry at 5.4% (compared to 5.1%), and Polish ancestry at 0.9% (compared to 1.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Warradale is 40. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 24.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 40 in the suburb of Warradale matches the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and is slightly higher than the national median of 38. The 35 to 44 age bracket represents 15.5% of the population, compared to a smaller share of 10.2% for young adults aged 15 to 24. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 cohort has increased from 14.2% to 15.5%, while the 55 to 64 group decreased from 11.8% to 10.2%, and the 65 to 74 cohort declined from 11.9% to 10.5%. By 2041, demographic shifts are expected to lead to a 31% increase in residents aged 45 to 54, growing by 241 people to reach 1,010 from 768, while the 65 to 74 group is projected to grow by 5%, adding 31 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Warradale
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 49 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (5,801 at the 2021 Census → 6,457 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL41539). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.