Wayville

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

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of Wayville is around 1,951, reflecting an increase of 29 people since the 2021 Census. This growth, equivalent to a 1.5% rise from 1,922 in 2021, is inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 1,938 as of June 2024 and seven additional validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density stands at 1,951 persons per square kilometer, exceeding national averages assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration accounted for approximately 99.0% of recent population gains in Wayville. AreaSearch employs ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered and years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category are adopted, based on 2021 data and adjusted using weighted aggregation methods from LGA to SA2 levels. By 2041, Wayville is projected to grow by 201 persons, reflecting a total gain of 12.3% over the 17-year period, as per aggregated SA2-level projections. This growth rate is expected to be just below the median for statistical areas across the nation.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Wayville, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data shows Wayville has seen approximately 2 new homes approved annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 12 homes were approved, with an additional 3 approved so far in FY-26. Over the past 5 financial years, an average of 1.9 new residents arrived per new home. However, this increased to 8.7 people per dwelling over the past 2 financial years, indicating growing popularity and potential undersupply.

Development projects averaged $576,000 in construction value, targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. This year has seen $804,000 in commercial approvals, suggesting a predominantly residential focus. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Wayville shows substantially reduced construction, 61.0% below regional average per person. New development consists of 67.0% detached houses and 33.0% attached dwellings, offering choices across price ranges from spacious family homes to more compact options. With around 661 people per dwelling approval, Wayville reflects a highly mature market.

Future projections show Wayville adding 240 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Wayville has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 22ndth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified six projects potentially impacting the region. Notable ones are The Locale (Forestville Project), Forestville Reserve Archway Upgrades (Mike Turtur Bikeway Upgrade), Wayville Reserve Upgrade, and State Basketball Centre Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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

Wayville has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 2.8%, lower than Greater Adelaide's 3.9%. Over the past year, employment grew by an estimated 3.1%.

As of September 2025, 1,236 residents are employed, with a participation rate of 75.3% compared to Greater Adelaide's 66.4%. A moderate 17.0% work from home. Key industries include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. Professional & technical employment is particularly high at twice the regional average.

Manufacturing has limited presence with 3.1% employment compared to 7.0% regionally. The area hosts more jobs than residents, attracting workers from nearby areas. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 3.1%, labour force grew by 2.9%, and unemployment fell by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Wayville's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.3% over five years and 14.7% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

The suburb of Wayville has one of the highest income levels in Australia, according to latest Australian Taxation Office data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Wayville is $59,148, with an average income of $86,365. These figures compare to those for Greater Adelaide, which are $54,808 and $66,852 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $64,353 (median) and $93,965 (average). Census data from 2021 shows that income levels in Wayville cluster around the 72nd percentile nationally. In terms of earnings, 34.7% of Wayville's population falls within the $1,500 - $2,999 weekly income range, mirroring the regional figure of 31.8%. Notably, 30.8% earn above $3,000 weekly, indicating prosperity in the area. Housing accounts for 13.7% of total income, with residents ranking high at the 72nd percentile for disposable income. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Wayville features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Wayville, as per the latest Census, consisted of 39.0% houses and 61.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Adelaide metro's 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wayville was at 29.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 23.7% and rented ones at 46.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,123, higher than Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. The median weekly rent in Wayville was $350, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Wayville's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,123 against the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower at $350 compared to the national figure of $375.

Wayville features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 64.0% of all households, including 25.2% couples with children, 29.0% couples without children, and 8.3% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 36.0%, with lone person households at 28.2% and group households comprising 7.3%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

Wayville demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Wayville's educational attainment is notably higher than broader averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 53.1% possess university qualifications, surpassing South Australia's (25.7%) and Greater Adelaide's (28.9%) figures. This high level of educational attainment positions Wayville favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 33.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 15.3% and graduate diplomas at 4.6%.

Vocational pathways account for 21.9% of qualifications among those aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 9.6% and certificates at 12.3%. Educational participation is notably high in Wayville, with 29.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.7% in tertiary education, 7.1% in primary education, and 5.6% pursuing secondary education.

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

Wayville has 13 active public transport stops offering a mix of train, light rail, and bus services. These stops are served by 25 individual routes, collectively facilitating 3,263 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated good with residents typically residing 215 meters from the nearest stop. Primarily residential, most Wayville residents commute outward using various modes: car (64%), bus (9%), walking (8%). Vehicle ownership averages 1.1 per dwelling, below the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 17% of residents work from home, a figure possibly influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency across all routes averages 466 trips daily, equating to approximately 251 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Wayville is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Wayville shows higher-than-average health outcomes, as evaluated by AreaSearch using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence data. While the general population has a relatively low prevalence of common health conditions, this is higher than the national average among older, at-risk cohorts. Approximately 61% of Wayville's total population (1,191 people) has private health cover, compared to Greater Adelaide's 52.7% and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues affecting 9.8% of residents and arthritis impacting 6.4%. Notably, 70.9% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to Greater Adelaide's 67.9%. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Wayville has 19.8% of residents aged 65 and over (386 people), which is lower than the national average for this age group.

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

Wayville had a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 29.0% of its population born overseas and 22.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The predominant religion in Wayville was Christianity, accounting for 36.4% of the population. Notably, Judaism was overrepresented in Wayville at 0.3%, compared to 0.1% across Greater Adelaide.

Regarding ancestry, the top three groups were English (25.9%), Australian (21.3%), and Other (9.6%). Some ethnic groups showed notable differences: French was overrepresented at 0.8% in Wayville versus 0.4% regionally, Hungarian at 0.4% versus 0.3%, and Polish at 1.0% versus 1.0%.

Wayville's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

Wayville has a median age of 38, closely matching Greater Adelaide's figure of 39 and Australia's median age of 38. Compared to Greater Adelaide's average, Wayville has an over-representation of the 25-34 cohort (18.2% locally) and an under-representation of the 5-14 year-olds (8.4%). From 2021 to present, the 75-84 age group has increased from 5.3% to 7.1%, while the 15-24 cohort rose from 12.5% to 13.6%. Conversely, the 55-64 cohort decreased from 11.7% to 10.4%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Wayville's age profile. The 85+ age group is projected to surge dramatically, increasing by 103 people (120%) to reach 189. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 69% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic trend. Meanwhile, the 65-74 and 0-4 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.