Adamstown Heights (NSW)

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According to census updates evaluated by Districts alongside fresh address validations, the suburb of Adamstown Heights is home to an estimated 5,733 residents as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 112 people (2.0%) compared to the 2021 Census, which registered 5,621 people. This shift is calculated from a base of 5,678 residents estimated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP data release, combined with an additional 18 validated new addresses since the Census date. With this headcount, the locality maintains a density of 2,398 persons per square kilometer, placing it within the highest quarter of all Australian locations tracked by Districts. The suburb of Adamstown Heights's post-census expansion of 2.0% is within 2.9 percentage points of the Rest of NSW (4.9%), indicating solid local demand. Natural increase was the main demographic engine, generating roughly 47.0% of the population growth in recent times, though net gains were also supported by positive trends in interstate and overseas migration.

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The suburb of Adamstown Heights is characterized by a highly educated labor force with strong representation in professional services, alongside a low unemployment rate of 2.2% calculated from statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 2,986 residents employed, with the local jobless rate sitting 1.9% below the Regional NSW average of 4.1%, while labor force participation is high at 68.3% compared to the regional figure of 60.6%. Census data reveals that a substantial 34.4% of working residents performed their duties from home, though this figure reflects the influence of Covid-19 restrictions.

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Based on aggregated ATO postcode data released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Adamstown Heights recorded a median income of $61,378 and an average income of $76,364. These figures sit well above national averages and compare to Regional NSW benchmarks of $52,390 (median) and $65,215 (average). Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median income of roughly $67,712 and an average of $84,245 as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census shows that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Adamstown Heights are positioned high nationally, ranging between the 77th and 84th percentiles. Income distribution data indicates that 29.5% of the community (1,691 individuals) fall into the weekly earnings bracket of - which is very similar to the regional average of . A high proportion of high-income earners ( receiving over /week) points to substantial economic capacity in the area. After meeting housing costs, residents keep of their earnings, indicating strong disposable income, and the suburb's SEIFA index for income ranks in the th decile.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in the suburb of Adamstown Heights consisted of 94.9% houses and 5.1% other dwellings such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative structures, compared to Regional NSW where houses made up 82.6% and other dwellings accounted for 17.4%. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Adamstown Heights were considerably higher than the Regional NSW average, with 43.9% of homes owned outright, while the remaining properties were either mortgaged (40.7%) or occupied by renters (15.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment stood at $2,201, which is significantly higher than the Regional NSW median of $1,733, while weekly rent was recorded at $475 compared to the regional figure of $330. Nationally, mortgage costs in the suburb of Adamstown Heights are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well above the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 79.6%, consisting of couples with children (40.8%), couples without children (28.4%), and single-parent households (9.2%). The remaining 20.4% are non-family households, with single person households representing 17.7% and group households accounting for 2.7%. The median household size stands at 2.8 people, which is larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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Educational attainment levels in the suburb of Adamstown Heights are significantly higher than regional averages, with 36.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 21.3% in the Rest of NSW and 26.1% in the broader SA4 region. This high concentration of tertiary qualifications positions the local workforce well for knowledge-based roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 24.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees (7.8%) and graduate diplomas (3.7%). Vocational and technical training is also common, with 33.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, including advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (21.4%).

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Public transport services in the suburb of Adamstown Heights include 63 active bus stops. These stops are serviced by 35 different routes, which together provide 1,484 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transport is highly rated, with the average distance to the nearest stop being 126 meters. Due to the residential nature of the area, most workers commute to other suburbs, and private cars are the main mode of travel at 92%. Dwellings have an average of 1.7 motor vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. A high proportion of residents worked from home at 34.4% (recorded in the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related working arrangements).

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The suburb of Adamstown Heights displays favorable health statistics based on Districts assessments of mortality rates and chronic health conditions. The prevalence of common illnesses is low among the general community, while mirroring national averages in older, high-risk groups. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 57% of the population (~3,272 people) covered, compared to 51.9% across Regional NSW.

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The suburb of Adamstown Heights has a lower level of cultural diversity than average, with 86.2% of the population born in Australia, 94.5% holding Australian citizenship, and 91.1% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, followed by 50.1% of residents. The most distinct relative overrepresentation is found in Judaism, which is practiced by 0.1% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW.

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The median age in the suburb of Adamstown Heights is 39 years, which is notably lower than the Regional NSW average of 43 years, while closely matching the national median of 38 years. Compared to the wider region, there is a higher share of residents aged 35 - 44 (15.2%) and a smaller proportion aged 65 - 74 (8.4%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 has increased from 10.8% to 11.9%, while the 5 to 14 age group has decreased from 15.7% to 14.7%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate shifts in the age profile, led by a 22% increase in the 25 to cohort (adding people to grow from to ), while the to and to age brackets are projected to contract.

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Adamstown Heights currently has an estimated 389 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 213 children aged 0-2 and 142 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 8% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 13% by 2041 (to approximately 441 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 596. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.3 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally.