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Population
An assessment of population growth drivers in West Croydon reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends
Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the West Croydon statistical area (Lv2) had an estimated population of around 4,396 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 154 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,242 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 4,319 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024) and an additional 15 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,648 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 91.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.
AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Considering the projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is projected for West Croydon (SA2), with the area expected to expand by 1,079 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 26.2% in total over the 17 years.
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Development
Recent residential development output has been above average within West Croydon when compared nationally
Based on AreaSearch analysis, West Croydon averaged approximately 16 new dwelling approvals annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 82 homes were approved, with an additional 13 approved in FY-26. Each year, roughly 3 new residents are gained per dwelling built over the past five financial years.
This indicates strong demand supporting property values. Developers focus on premium market with average construction cost of $404,000 per dwelling. Commercial development approvals totalled $2.4 million in FY-26, reflecting West Croydon's residential character. Compared to Greater Adelaide, West Croydon shows significantly reduced construction activity (56.0% below regional average per person). This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings, although recent construction activity has increased. New development consists of 17.0% detached houses and 83.0% medium to high-density housing, providing accessible entry options appealing to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers.
This represents a significant shift from the current housing mix (currently 85.0% houses), reflecting reduced availability of development sites and addressing changing lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. West Croydon has a low density population, with approximately 178 people per approval. Population forecasts indicate West Croydon will gain around 1,153 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag behind population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.
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Infrastructure
West Croydon has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 33rdth percentile nationally
No changes can significantly affect a region's performance like modifications to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified zero projects that are anticipated to impact this area. Notable projects include Uniting on Hawker, Third Street Bowden, Northern Adelaide Road Upgrades Program, and New Women's and Children's Hospital, with the following list providing details of those most relevant.
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Northern Adelaide Irrigation Scheme (NAIS)
The Northern Adelaide Irrigation Scheme (NAIS) is a massive recycled water initiative delivering high-quality water from the Bolivar Wastewater Treatment Plant to the Northern Adelaide Plains. The project provides over 12 gigalitres of recycled water annually to support high-tech agribusiness, greenhouse production, and open space irrigation for 25,000+ homes. It is a critical component of SA Water's broader $1.5 billion infrastructure program, which aims to unlock 40,000 new housing allotments by expanding trunk water mains, pump stations, and storage across Adelaide's northern growth front.
New Women's and Children's Hospital
A $3.2 billion state-of-the-art facility being developed as Australia's first all-electric public hospital. As of January 2026, construction of the 1,300-space multi-storey car park is approximately 75% complete, with schematic design underway for the main clinical building. The hospital will feature 414 overnight beds (with capacity for 20 more), a larger emergency department with 43 treatment spaces, a dedicated on-site helipad, and co-location of all critical care services (birthing, theatres, PICU, NICU) on a single floor. Integrated facilities include a 4-bed women's ICU co-located with the Paediatric ICU, ensuring specialized care remains on-site.
Northern Adelaide Road Upgrades Program
Comprehensive road upgrade program including intersection improvements, roundabouts, traffic signals, and safety upgrades across Curtis Road, Dalkeith Road, and multiple other locations in northern Adelaide corridors improving traffic flow, safety and connectivity across multiple arterial roads.
Adelaide Public Transport Capacity and Access
State-led program work to increase public transport capacity and access to, through and within central Adelaide. Current work is focused on the City Access Strategy (20-year movement plan for the CBD and North Adelaide) and the State Transport Strategy program, which together will shape options such as bus priority, interchange upgrades, tram and rail enhancements, and better first/last mile access.
Findon High School Upgrade
South Australia's Department for Education delivered a $10 million upgrade at Findon High School. Works included refurbishing specialist learning areas (food technology, textile design, digital design and art), outdoor connection for the disability unit, creation of advanced manufacturing and STEAM spaces, relocation and upgrade of the resource centre, music and drama areas, student amenities, ICT/security/fire upgrades, landscaping and demolition of aged accommodation. Construction is complete.
Northern Adelaide Transport Study
A comprehensive transport study managed by the Department for Infrastructure and Transport to inform future investment across Northern Adelaide's inner and outer suburbs. The study area spans from Prospect to Roseworthy and Buckland Park to One Tree Hill, focusing on road safety, freight efficiency, and public transport integration to support a projected population increase of over 140,000 residents by 2041. It specifically evaluates the resilience of strategic road corridors and identifies improvements to active transport networks to accommodate rapid urban expansion.
North South Corridor
The North-South Corridor in Australia, a 78 km non-stop motorway from Gawler to Old Noarlunga through Adelaide, includes several projects like the Southern Expressway and Darlington Upgrade. Completion expected by 2031.
Our Port
Port Adelaide will be a place of discovery, energy, culture and diversity - an eclectic, vibrant reflection of the South Australian character more broadly. The project is a renewal effort to rejuvenate Port Adelaide, aiming to create a vibrant, diverse area with 2,000-4,000 homes and 4,000-8,000 people.
Employment
Employment performance in West Croydon has been broadly consistent with national averages
West Croydon has a well-educated workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate in the area is 4.4%, with an estimated employment growth of 4.2% over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data.
As of September 2025, 2,508 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.4% higher than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation in West Croydon stands at 65.9%, slightly above Greater Adelaide's 61.7%. The employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety. Notably, the area specializes in education & training with an employment share of 1.3 times the regional level.
Conversely, health care & social assistance has a limited presence with 16.1% employment compared to 17.7% regionally. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 4.2%, while labour force increased by 3.9%, leading to a decrease in unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. This compares to Greater Adelaide where employment grew by 3.0%, labour force expanded by 2.9%, and unemployment fell by 0.1 percentage points. State-level data as of 25-Nov shows SA employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, with the state unemployment rate at 4.0%. Nationally, the unemployment rate stands at 4.3% with SA's employment growth outpacing the national average of 0.14%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment is expected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to West Croydon's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.
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Income
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 indicates West Croydon's median income among taxpayers is $52,366, with an average of $61,267. This is below the national average and compares 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 would be approximately $56,974 (median) and $66,658 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in West Croydon, between the 45th and 51st percentiles. Income analysis reveals the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 31.6% of the community (1,389 individuals), reflecting patterns seen regionally where 31.8% similarly occupy this range. After housing, 85.9% of income remains for other expenses and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Housing
West Croydon is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
Dwelling structure in West Croydon, as per the latest Census, consisted of 85.3% houses and 14.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Adelaide metro's 66.1% houses and 33.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in West Croydon was 34.1%, similar to Adelaide metro, with the rest mortgaged at 38.6% or rented at 27.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, aligning with Adelaide metro's average, while the median weekly rent was $350 compared to Adelaide metro's $325. Nationally, West Croydon's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.
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Household Composition
West Croydon features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size
Family households account for 70.7% of all households, including 35.0% couples with children, 23.1% couples without children, and 11.1% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 29.3%, consisting of 24.8% lone person households and 4.4% group households. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.4.
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Local Schools & Education
Educational attainment in West Croydon aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics
The area's university qualification rate is 32.1%, which exceeds the South Australian average of 25.7%. This rate is also higher than that of the SA3 area at 28.8%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 21.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.7%) and graduate diplomas (3.3%).
Vocational credentials are held by 29.5% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 9.9% and certificates at 19.6%. Educational participation is high, with 26.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.7% in primary education, 6.5% in secondary education, and 6.4% pursuing tertiary education.
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Nearby Services & Amenities
Transport
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Transport analysis shows 12 active stops operating in West Croydon, offering a mix of train and bus services. These are served by 21 individual routes, collectively providing 1602 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located 287 meters from the nearest stop.
Service frequency averages 228 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 133 weekly trips per stop.
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Health
The level of general health in West Croydon is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts
West Croydon shows better-than-average health outcomes, with low prevalence of common conditions across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover stands at approximately 51%, covering about 2,252 people, compared to Greater Adelaide's 53.3%.
Mental health issues affect 8.5% of residents, while arthritis impacts 7.3%. About 71.2% report no medical ailments, compared to 68.9% in Greater Adelaide. The area has 15.0% aged 65 and over (659 people), lower than Greater Adelaide's 20.0%. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, mirroring the general population's health profile.
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Cultural Diversity
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in West Croydon was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics
West Croydon's population exhibited high cultural diversity, with 27.2% born overseas and 31.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in West Croydon, comprising 48.3%. Islam was overrepresented compared to Greater Adelaide, making up 6.1% of West Croydon's population versus 2.8%.
The top three ancestry groups were English (19.8%), Australian (17.9%), and Italian (11.1%). Notably, Serbian (2.9%) and Greek (7.6%) populations were higher than the regional averages of 1.3% and 4.7%, respectively.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
Age
West Croydon's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms
The median age in West Croydon is 37 years, which is lower than Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years and close to Australia's national average of 38 years. The 35-44 age cohort makes up 15.6% of the population in West Croydon, compared to 12.4% in Greater Adelaide, indicating an over-representation of this age group locally. Conversely, those aged 65-74 comprise only 8.1% of West Croydon's population, lower than Greater Adelaide's average of 9.3%. According to the 2021 Census data, the proportion of people aged 35-44 has increased from 14.4% to 15.6%, while those aged 45-54 have decreased from 14.4% to 12.9%. By 2041, population forecasts suggest significant demographic changes in West Croydon, with the 75-84 age group expected to grow by 85%, reaching 430 people from its current size of 232.