Woodville South

Population growth drivers in Woodville South are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the Woodville South statistical area's population is estimated at around 3,624 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 160 people (4.6%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,464 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 3,499 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in Jun 2024 and an additional 16 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,465 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Woodville South has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 2.4%, outpacing the SA3 area. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 56% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as 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 with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. As we examine future population trends, an above median population growth is projected for statistical areas across the nation, with Woodville South expected to expand by 822 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 26.5% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Woodville South among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Woodville South averaged approximately 27 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 138 homes were approved, with a further 12 approved in FY-26 to date. On average, 3.1 people moved to the area annually for each dwelling built over these years.

This has led to demand outpacing supply, potentially exerting upward pressure on prices and intensifying competition among buyers. The average construction cost value of new homes was approximately $321,000. In FY-26, commercial development approvals totaled $64.7 million, indicating robust commercial development activity. When compared to Greater Adelaide, Woodville South has similar development levels per capita, suggesting market stability aligned with regional trends. However, building activity has accelerated in recent years.

New developments consist of 44.0% standalone homes and 56.0% attached dwellings, reflecting a shift towards higher-density living to create more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. Currently, Woodville South is predominantly composed of houses (80.0%), indicating decreasing availability of developable sites and adapting to changing lifestyles requiring diverse, affordable housing options. With approximately 91 people per dwelling approval, it exhibits characteristics of a low-density area. AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate projects Woodville South will gain around 960 residents by 2041. Development is keeping pace with projected growth, but increasing population may intensify competition among buyers.

Woodville South has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 37thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified nine projects likely impacting the region. Notable projects include Findon Road Upgrade, Woodville Village Masterplan, Woodville Road Streetscape Upgrade Project, and The Queen Elizabeth Hospital Redevelopment Stage Three. Below is a list detailing those most relevant.

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

Woodville South has an educated workforce with strong representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 2.6%, lower than Greater Adelaide's 3.9%.

Employment growth over the past year is estimated at 5.0%. As of September 2025, 2,266 residents are employed and the local unemployment rate is 1.3% below Greater Adelaide's rate. Workforce participation in Woodville South is 68.4%, higher than Greater Adelaide's 61.7%.

The leading employment industries among residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Accommodation & food services employ only 5.6% of local workers, below Greater Adelaide's 6.8%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited as indicated by the difference between Census working population and resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 5.0% and labour force grew by 4.5%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Adelaide's employment growth was 3.0%. State-level data from November 25 shows South Australia's employment grew by 1.19% year-on-year, adding 10,710 jobs, with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, lower than the national average of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest a growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.8% over ten years for Woodville South, when applying industry-specific projections to its current employment mix.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

The suburb of Woodville South had a median taxpayer income of $56,571 and an average income of $64,040 in the financial year 2023, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is below the national average, with Greater Adelaide having a median income of $54,808 and an average income of $66,852 during the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since financial year 2023, estimates for Woodville South would be approximately $61,549 (median) and $69,676 (average) as of September 2025. The 2021 Census showed that incomes in Woodville South cluster around the 56th percentile nationally. The earnings profile indicates that 35.6% of locals (1,290 people) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income category, similar to the broader area where 31.8% occupy this bracket. After housing expenses, 85.1% of income remains for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

Woodville South's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 79.5% houses and 20.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Adelaide metro's 66.1% houses and 33.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Woodville South was at 31.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 42.2% and rented ones at 26.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,800, surpassing Adelaide metro's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure stood at $340, higher than Adelaide metro's $325. Nationally, Woodville South's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were below the national figure of $375.

Woodville South features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 70.1% of all households, including 33.9% couples with children, 23.6% couples without children, and 11.4% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 29.9%, with lone person households at 25.6% and group households comprising 4.1%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.4.

Woodville South shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

University qualification levels in Woodville South stand at 27.7%, slightly below the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common, with 20.6% of residents holding one, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 33.1% of residents aged 15+ possessing them.

This includes advanced diplomas held by 9.5% and certificates by 23.6%. Educational participation is high, with 27.2% currently enrolled in formal education. This comprises 9.1% in primary education, 6.8% in tertiary education, and 6.4% pursuing secondary education.

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

Woodville South has 12 operational public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 19 different routes that collectively facilitate 1,141 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is considered good, with residents generally located 317 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 163 daily trips across all routes, which equates to roughly 95 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Woodville South exhibits superior health outcomes with a low prevalence of common health conditions among its general population, nearing national averages even among older, at-risk cohorts.

Approximately 52% (~1,896 people) have private health cover, slightly higher than the average SA2 area. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 7.7% and 7.6% of residents respectively, with 71.8% reporting no medical ailments compared to 68.9% in Greater Adelaide. The area has 14.8% (536 people) aged 65 and over, lower than the 20.0% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors warrant more attention than those of the broader population.

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

Woodville South's population showed high cultural diversity, with 24.7% born overseas and 26.8% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity dominated as the main religion, comprising 54.1%. Notably, 'Other' religions made up 2.5%, higher than Greater Adelaide's 1.8%.

The top three ancestry groups were Australian (20.6%), English (20.4%), and Italian (11.3%). Some ethnicities were overrepresented: Polish at 1.7% (vs regional 1.4%), Greek at 5.4% (vs 4.7%), and Serbian at 0.9% (vs 1.3%).

Woodville South's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Woodville South is 37 years, which is lower than Greater Adelaide's average of 39 years and close to the national average of 38 years. The 25-34 age group is over-represented in Woodville South at 16.6%, compared to Greater Adelaide's average, while the 65-74 age group is under-represented at 8.0%. According to data from the 2021 Census, the 35-44 age group has increased from 13.9% to 15.6% of the population. Conversely, the 45-54 age group has decreased from 12.9% to 11.9%. Population forecasts for the year 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Woodville South. Notably, the 45-54 age group is projected to grow by 44%, adding 187 people and reaching a total of 619 from its previous count of 431.