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Greater Adelaide / Adelaide Hills
$706
Median rent / wk
Period ending Mar 2026
0.0%
Rent growth / yr
Period ending Mar 2026
3,577
People
17 Jul 2026
+3.1%
Growth since 2021
Census
4
For sale now
indexed listings
Data sourcesABSDFFH Rental ReportACARARefreshed July 2026
ABS QuickStats SAL40008How we calculate this
How figures are calculatedFigures are extracted from the sources listed here at the observation date shown, and displayed unchanged. Rank bars use the profile's score out of 10 where one exists. Missing values are shown as unavailable — never estimated or back-filled.
Suburb (SAL) analysis
This analysis uses Suburb (SAL) boundaries, which can differ from Statistical Areas (SA2) even when they share the same name. SAL 40008.
3,577
People
est. as @ 17 Jul 2026
2021 Census | 3,471 people
8.41 km²
Land area
425.3 /km²
Density
2.3%
Unemployment
4 /yr
Resi approvals
Located 16 kilometers southeast of the Adelaide CBD, the suburb of Aldgate is highly regarded for its picturesque landscapes, leafy streets, and a lifestyle that blends country charm with cosmopolitan convenience. As of May 2026, the population is estimated at approximately 3,577 residents, based on Districts' analysis of yearly SA2-level Estimated Resident Population data and quarterly national address updates. This represents a 3.1% increase, or an additional 106 people, since the 2021 Census recorded a population of 3,471. The local community features a high proportion of middle-aged residents, predominantly organized into family households and couples without children, who enjoy high levels of education and income. The local economy and property market are shaped by several distinctive factors, including an exceptionally well-educated population, above-average median household incomes, and a below-average unemployment rate. Housing in the suburb of Aldgate is characterized by a strong representation of detached houses, and the community benefits from standout local school performance. Despite these attractive features, population growth remains limited, showing quiet and stable expansion patterns rather than rapid development.
Estimated residents are up from 3,471 at the 2021 Census — a change of 106 people, or 3.1%.
Districts View
Data to 17 Jul 2026Forecast demand
Official forecasts point to an additional 273 residents by 2041 — growth of 7.6% on the current estimated population.
Infrastructure pipeline
2 major projects are tracked in and around Aldgate, and infrastructure activity ranks in the 51st percentile nationally.
Employment outlook
Industry-weighted employment growth of 7.2% is forecast over the next five years based on the local industry mix.
Below-average amenity provision
Aldgate ranks in the 11th percentile nationally for amenities (score 1.1/10).
Thin local amenity can cap price premiums relative to better-serviced neighbouring suburbs.
Districts' reading of national rankings, Census change and the tracked project pipeline for Aldgate. Each line cites its evidence; this is interpretation, not advice. The Investment Report PDF is the long form of this thesis.
Sales activity
Data to 17 Jul 2026No market glance has been ingested for this suburb yet. Recorded sales below come from Districts property records where indexed.
Residential supply
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Residential development activity is lower than average in Aldgate according to Districts' national comparison of local real estate markets
Detail
According to Districts evaluations of ABS building permits distributed from statistical data, the suburb of Aldgate has recorded an average of roughly 4 new home approvals annually, with approximately 21 residential approvals over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25 and 7 during the current FY-26. Because an average of 3.8 individuals moved to the area for every constructed home during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, demand is outpacing supply, which generally drives up prices and intensifies buyer competition, while new dwellings carry an average build value of $651,000, indicating developers are targeting the high-end residential sector. Furthermore, commercial building permits worth $5.2 million were registered during the current financial year, highlighting the residential focus of the locality.
Relative to Greater Adelaide, the suburb of Aldgate displays significantly lower construction volumes, sitting 89.0% below the metropolitan average per capita. This constrained supply generally underpins demand and supports values for pre-existing houses. This rate is similarly below the national benchmark, reflecting a mature market and highlighting potential planning constraints. Furthermore, all recent building activity has focused on detached residences, preserving the low-density landscape and providing spacious homes geared toward families. A ratio of 892 people for every residential permit highlights the quiet, low-scale nature of local construction activity.
Future forecasts indicate the suburb of Aldgate will add 273 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly estimate from Districts. If current building rates do not accelerate, housing supply may fail to match population growth, potentially worsening buyer competition and supporting upward price movements.
Districts' assessment of the Adelaide Hills LGA register has identified 17 substantial development applications lodged in Aldgate over the past 5 years (12 in the last 12 months). Minor and ancillary works — single dwellings, outbuildings, signage and smaller residential developments — are excluded. Of these, 5 were approved while 12 are under assessment. The most common application types are multi-resi, retail and childcare.
17 applications in the profile extract.
Recent Development Approvals by Type
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Aldgate | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest FY Approvals | 8 | 11,753 | 185,138 |
| Current FY-to-Date Approvals | 7 | 11,277 | 184,871 |
| –Detached House Approvals | 5/100.0% | 6,033/72.7% | 89,436/61.9% |
| –Attached/Other Approvals | 0/0.0% | 2,262/27.3% | 55,043/38.1% |
| Average Annual Approvals | 4 | 10,592 | 188,882 |
| Total 5-Year Approvals | 21 | 52,960 | 944,410 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (2yr) | 1.1 | 7.2 | 6.5 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (5yr) | 1.2 | 7.4 | 7.2 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (2yr) | 4.9 | 2.1 | 2.8 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (5yr) | 3.8 | 1.9 | 2.1 |
| Persons per Approval | 892 | 144 | 158 |
| Residential Value per Unit | 651 | 288 | 342 |
| Commercial Development Value | 5,226 | 5,145,583 | 105,080,908 |
| Development Drivers Ranking | 28 | 88 | 100 |
Project pipeline
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Aldgate has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 21stth percentile nationally
Detail
Local infrastructure projects, major works, and planning policies play a major role in regional performance. Districts has identified no projects likely to influence this location. Major projects in the broader region include the South Eastern Freeway Upgrade, Adelaide Public Transport Capacity and Access, Adelaide's Inner And Outer Ring Route Capacity Improvements, and the New Mount Barker Hospital, with relevant details provided below.
Transport & Logistics
ProposedEnhancement of Adelaide's Inner and Outer Ring Routes to alleviate congestion, aiming for integrated urban mobility and addressing impacts from population growth, economic activity, and travel demand.
Source for Adelaide's Inner And Outer Ring Route Capacity Improvements (opens in new tab)
Transport & Logistics
PlanningA multi-year state-led initiative to expand the capacity and reach of Adelaide's public transport network. Key focus areas include the electrification of the Outer Harbor and Belair rail lines, upgrades to the Adelaide Railway Station hub to resolve capacity bottlenecks, and the implementation of the City of Adelaide Integrated Transport Strategy (ITS) endorsed in July 2025. The program aims to support projected growth of 670,000 residents by 2051 through enhanced service frequencies, digital signaling (ETCS), and improved first/last mile access within the CBD.
Source 1 for Adelaide Public Transport Capacity and Access (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Adelaide Public Transport Capacity and Access (opens in new tab)
2 projects tracked around Aldgate (SA), in the source's significance order. Stages and reference links are as published by the source.
On the market now
Data to 17 Jul 2026Price not recorded
House · 4 bed · 40,400m² land
Listed 8 Apr 2026
Price not recorded
House · 4 bed · 1,080m² land
Listed 27 July 2026
Price not recorded
House · 4 bed · 2,533m² land
Listed 19 Aug 2026
$1,375,000–$1,475,000
House · 3 bed · 3,465m² land
Listed 19 Aug 2026
From indexed listing events. Districts records what the listing publishes — asks and attributes are the agent's, not a valuation.
Properties
Data to 17 Jul 2026Source: Districts property records · 16 in 2026 · 223 recorded sales in total
Other indexed properties in Aldgate with no sale record in Districts yet.
Nearby
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Suburb | Distance | People | Median | Growth | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldgate | — | 3,577 | — | — | — |
| Stirling (SA) | 2.1 km | 3,149 | — | — | — |
| Bridgewater (SA) | 2.4 km | 3,842 | — | — | — |
| Crafers | 3.3 km | 2,040 | — | — | — |
| Hahndorf | 6.8 km | 2,847 | — | — | — |
| Balhannah | 8.4 km | 1,833 | — | — | — |
| Hawthorndene | 9.8 km | 3,544 | — | — | — |
| Glenalta | 10.0 km | 2,130 | — | — | — |
| Glen Osmond | 10.3 km | 2,210 | — | — | — |
| Beaumont (SA) | 10.3 km | 2,825 | — | — | — |
| Belair | 10.5 km | 4,721 | — | — | — |
| Burnside (SA) | 10.8 km | 3,209 | — | — | — |
| St Georges | 10.9 km | 1,790 | — | — | — |
| Coromandel Valley | 11.1 km | 4,622 | — | — | — |
| Blackwood (SA) | 11.2 km | 4,507 | — | — | — |
| Mitcham (SA) | 11.2 km | 2,264 | — | — | — |
| Hazelwood Park | 11.3 km | 1,942 | — | — | — |
| Myrtle Bank (SA) | 11.3 km | 3,422 | — | — | — |
| Netherby (SA) | 11.3 km | 1,533 | — | — | — |
| Wattle Park | 11.3 km | 1,971 | — | — | — |
| Linden Park | 11.5 km | 2,347 | — | — | — |
| Glenunga | 11.6 km | 2,318 | — | — | — |
| Craigburn Farm | 11.8 km | 3,377 | — | — | — |
| Rosslyn Park | 11.9 km | 1,509 | — | — | — |
| Torrens Park | 11.9 km | 2,710 | — | — | — |
Market columns show — where a nearby suburb has not been ingested yet.
Well-educated local population
Above-average median household income
Strong detached house representation
Below-average unemployment rate
High proportion of married families
Standout school performance levels
Population Growth
2.8
Density
4.1
Development Activity
2.8
Employment Drivers
8.8
Infrastructure Drivers
5.1
Education
8.7
Amenities
1.1
Transport & Access
Demographics
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
An assessment of population growth drivers in Aldgate reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends
Detail
Analysis of ABS population figures for the surrounding region, combined with address records verified by Districts since the Census, indicates the population of the suburb of Aldgate is approximately 3,577 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 106 people (3.1%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded 3,471 individuals. This shift is calculated from the resident population of 3,577, estimated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release from June 2025 alongside 4 validated new addresses added after the Census. This population size results in a density of 425 persons per square kilometer, which offers plenty of space per resident and opportunity for subsequent expansion. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth, accounting for roughly 71.0% of the total population gains in recent times.
Employment
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Employment performance in Aldgate ranks among the strongest 15% of areas evaluated nationally
Detail
The suburb of Aldgate has a highly educated workforce with a strong concentration of professionals, an unemployment rate of only 2.3%, and an estimated job growth of 4.6% over the last year, based on Districts compilations of statistical data. As of March 2026, there are 1,960 working residents, and the unemployment rate is 1.5% below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%, while participation in the labor force matches the metropolitan average of 66.6%. Census data indicates a moderate 21.2% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure reflects the influence of pandemic restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training. The suburb of Aldgate shows a notable concentration in professional & technical services, with its employment share reaching times the metropolitan average. Conversely, manufacturing is underrepresented, employing only of the local workforce compared to across Greater Adelaide. The residential character of the area results in limited local employment opportunities, as shown by comparing the count of Census working residents to the total resident population.
Income
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by Districts
Detail
The suburb of Aldgate records a median taxpayer income of $60,897 and an average of $86,199, according to postcode-level ATO data compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year. These figures are very high on a national scale, comparing to a median of $54,808 and an average of $66,852 across Greater Adelaide. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $67,090 for median and $94,965 for average incomes as of March 2026. According to Census data, household, family, and individual incomes are all high, placing between the 78th and 91st percentiles nationally. The largest earnings bracket consists of 29.2% of residents (1,044 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, which is similar to the wider region where this group accounts for . High affluence is evident, with of taxpayers earning more than per week, which helps support local premium retail and service businesses. After paying for housing, residents keep of their income, indicating high purchasing power, and the area ranks in the th decile on the SEIFA index.
Housing stock
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Aldgate is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
Detail
The housing stock in the suburb of Aldgate at the time of the latest Census consisted of 100.0% detached houses and no other dwelling types, such as apartments, semi-detached, or alternative housing formats, compared to the Adelaide metropolitan breakdown of 75.2% detached houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Homeownership was highly prevalent at 46.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (47.9%) or renting (5.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,200, which is significantly higher than the metropolitan Adelaide average of $1,562, while the median weekly rent stood at $500, compared to the regional average of $320. Nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb of Aldgate exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well above the national median of $375.
Households
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Aldgate features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size
Detail
Families make up the majority of households at 85.4%, consisting of couples with children at 43.2%, couples without children at 33.6%, and single-parent households at 8.4%. The remaining 14.6% are non-family households, which consist of single-person households at 13.5% and group households at 0.5%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Household Types (Census)
ABS / Districts
Education
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Aldgate shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators
Detail
Educational attainment in the suburb of Aldgate is high compared to broader averages, with 48.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% in South Australia and 28.9% across Greater Adelaide. This concentration of degrees positions the population well for knowledge-intensive roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 30.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 12.3% and graduate diplomas at 5.7%. Vocational education is held by 23.6% of residents aged 15 and over, with 11.0% holding advanced diplomas and 12.6% holding certificates.
Amenities
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by Districts, based on counts and proximity analysis
Supermarket
1.7km · score 54
Child Care
915m · score 14
GP
1.5km · score 43
Government Services
14km · score 6
Post Office
0km · score 0
Getting around
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Detail
Public transport services in the suburb of Aldgate include 20 active bus stops. These stops are served by 23 routes, which provide 503 passenger trips each week. Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 453 meters from the nearest stop. The area is primarily residential, and most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars being the main transport mode at 92% and buses used by 6% of commuters. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.9 cars per household, which is above the metropolitan average. At the 2021 Census, 21.2% of residents worked from home, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.
Service frequency across all routes averages 71 trips per day, which is equivalent to approximately weekly trips for each transport stop.
Healthcare
Data to 17 Jul 2026Data to 2024Districts view
Aldgate's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups
Detail
Health data shows positive outcomes for the suburb of Aldgate, based on Districts assessments of mortality rates and chronic disease frequency, with low rates of common health issues across all age brackets. Private health insurance is highly prevalent, covering approximately 61% of the population (2,182 people), compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%.
Asthma and arthritis are the most common medical conditions, affecting 8.2% and 7.2% of residents respectively, while 70.7% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide. Health indicators for residents under 65 are better than average. Residents aged and older make up of the population ( people), which is higher than the Greater Adelaide average of . Health profiles for these senior residents are positive, with national comparisons aligning closely with the general population.
Ancestry & language
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Aldgate ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics
Detail
The suburb of Aldgate has lower cultural diversity metrics than average, with 81.4% of residents born in Australia, 93.9% holding citizenship, and 95.9% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the main religion, practiced by 37.5% of residents. Judaism shows the most notable relative concentration, accounting for 0.1% of the population, which matches the 0.1% average for Greater Adelaide.
The top three ancestral backgrounds reported in the suburb of Aldgate are English at 33.9% (higher than the regional average of 27.8%), Australian at 25.8%, and Scottish at 8.9%. There are also differences in other ethnic groups: Polish ancestry is represented at (compared to regionally), Welsh at (compared to ), and German at (compared to ).
Age structure
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Aldgate hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average
Detail
The median age in the suburb of Aldgate is 45 years, which is older than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 years and the national average of 38 years. The 65 to 74 age group is well represented at 13.1% of the population relative to Greater Adelaide, while the 25 to 34 age bracket is less common at 4.2%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has increased from 11.9% to 14.4%, and the 75 to 84 bracket rose from 5.9% to 7.7%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 age group decreased from 5.3% to 4.2%. Projections suggest the age structure will change by . The and over cohort is expected to grow by , adding residents to reach a total of . Residents aged and over are projected to account for of the overall population growth, highlighting the aging trend. Meanwhile, the to and to age brackets are expected to decrease in size.
Child care
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Aldgate was found to possess higher than average child care supply broadly for children under 5, with strong provision across all service types.
Detail
Aldgate currently has an estimated 157 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 105 children aged 0-2 and 70 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 8% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 1% by 2041 (to approximately 155 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 374. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 8.2 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 30% of areas assessed nationally.
4.1
Income
8.2
Age
8.0
Household Composition
7.9
Housing
9.3
Cultural Diversity
2.7
Health
8.8
Housing Cost
8.1
Rate Sensitivity
0.0
Districts utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 zones, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 zones lacking this data, and for periods after 2032, regional and LGA projections by age bracket from the SA State Government (released in 2023 and utilizing 2021 data) are applied, adjusted via weighted aggregation of growth rates from the LGA to the SA2 level. In terms of future demographics, the suburb of Aldgate is projected to experience growth slightly below the national median, with aggregated SA2 projections estimating an increase of 273 residents by 2041, representing a total expansion of 7.6% over the 16 years.
Annual Population Growth Rates (CAGR) by Period
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Aldgate | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest Population Est. | 3,577 | 1,501,231 | 27,798,796 |
| Growth Since Census | 3.1% | 8.2% | 9.3% |
| Population 2021 Census | 3,471 | 1,387,290 | 25,422,788 |
| Natural Increase | 29.0% | 13.0% | 20.0% |
| Overseas Migration | 71.0% | 87.0% | 80.0% |
| Interstate Migration | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population Forecast Growth (2041) | 7.6% | 11.7% | 19.8% |
| Persons per Square Kilometer | 425 | 460 | 3 |
Based on Districts analysis of SALM and ABS data for the broader statistical area, employment rose by 4.6% and the labor force grew by 4.6% over the 12 months ending March 2026, leading to a 0.2 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same period, Greater Adelaide recorded employment growth of 4.2% and labor force growth of 4.0%, alongside a 0.2 percentage point decrease in unemployment. National employment forecasts from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on future demand in the suburb of Aldgate. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce mix to project growth. While national employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary across different industries. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the local profile suggests employment in the suburb of Aldgate could grow by 7.2% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, using a simple weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Employment Change (Persons)
DEWR / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Aldgate | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employment | 1,960 | 796,068 | 14,651,372 |
| –Health Care & Social Assistance | 17.4% | 17.7% | 15.2% |
| –Professional & Technical | 13.3% | 7.3% | 8.2% |
| –Education & Training | 13.0% | 9.3% | 9.2% |
| Labour Force | 2,005 | 827,758 | 15,298,546 |
| Participation Rate | 68.4% | 66.6% | 67.2% |
| Working from Home | 21.2% | 11.0% | 23.9% |
| Unemployment | 2.3% | 3.8% | 4.2% |
| 1Yr Emp. Growth | 4.6% | 4.2% | 1.5% |
| 5Yr Emp. Growth Forecast | 7.2% | 6.6% | 6.5% |
| Employment Drivers Ranking | 88 | 97 | 100 |
Latest Annual Income Estimate
ATO / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Aldgate | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Annual Income Est. | 67,090 | 60,382 | 62,948 |
| Average Annual Income Est. | 94,965 | 73,651 | 80,903 |
| ATO Median Taxable Income | 60,897 | 54,808 | 57,137 |
| ATO Average Taxable Income | 86,199 | 66,852 | 73,435 |
| Median Household Income | 2,561 | 1,548 | 1,746 |
| –$0 to 399 | 36 (2.9%) | 37,088 (6.4%) | 638,312 (6.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 110 (9.0%) | 108,366 (18.7%) | 1,671,771 (16.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 210 (17.1%) | 137,920 (23.8%) | 2,158,104 (21.3%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 359 (29.2%) | 184,280 (31.8%) | 3,201,695 (31.6%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 178 (14.5%) | 56,790 (9.8%) | 1,114,514 (11.0%) |
| –$4,000+ | 335 (27.3%) | 55,631 (9.6%) | 1,357,681 (13.4%) |
| Median Family Income | 2,844 | 1,988 | 2,120 |
| –$0 to 399 | 21 (2.0%) | 11,131 (2.8%) | 236,192 (3.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 68 (6.5%) | 44,126 (11.1%) | 758,676 (10.6%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 170 (16.2%) | 92,625 (23.3%) | 1,474,408 (20.6%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 308 (29.4%) | 150,665 (37.9%) | 2,562,321 (35.8%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 165 (15.7%) | 51,282 (12.9%) | 973,396 (13.6%) |
| –$4,000+ | 317 (30.2%) | 48,102 (12.1%) | 1,145,171 (16.0%) |
| Median Personal Income | 995 | 762 | 805 |
| –$0 to 399 | 856 (23.9%) | 400,128 (26.7%) | 7,303,780 (26.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 673 (18.8%) | 379,068 (25.3%) | 6,526,191 (23.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 770 (21.5%) | 407,649 (27.2%) | 7,137,153 (25.7%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 877 (24.5%) | 260,233 (17.3%) | 5,359,808 (19.3%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,499 | 111 (3.1%) | 19,555 (1.3%) | 527,649 (1.9%) |
| –$3,500+ | 290 (8.1%) | 34,598 (2.3%) | 944,215 (3.4%) |
| –Low Income (<$800/wk) | 11.9% | 25.1% | 22.8% |
| –High Income (>$3,000/wk) | 41.8% | 19.4% | 24.4% |
| Largest Income Group | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 |
| Household Disposable Income | 9,916 | 5,698 | 6,376 |
| SEIFA Score | 9 | 5 | 5.6 |
Aldgate at a glance
Source: ABS 2021 Census
Rents today
$706/wk
DFFH median rent
Period ending Mar 2026
0.0%
DFFH rent movement, 1 yr
Weekly rent
The DFFH median weekly rent is $706/wk (Period ending Mar 2026).
The 2021 Census recorded a median rent of $500/wk — an older point-in-time figure, kept separate from current medians.
RTBA rental bond lodgements are not in this extract. Rents above are report medians, not bond data.
Housing Tenure (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Aldgate | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dwellings (Census) | 1,189 | 536,045 | 9,275,218 |
| –Owned Outright | 46.1% | 32.1% | 32.1% |
| –Owned with Mortgage | 47.9% | 38.5% | 36.2% |
| –Rented | 5.9% | 29.4% | 31.7% |
| –Detached Houses | 100.0% | 75.2% | 72.5% |
| –Semi-Detached | 0.0% | 16.4% | 12.6% |
| –Apartments | 0.0% | 8.2% | 14.3% |
| –Other Dwellings | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| –Median Monthly Mortgage | 2,200 | 1,562 | 1,863 |
| –Median Weekly Rent | 500 | 320 | 375 |
| –$0-149/wk | 0.0% | 10.4% | 7.3% |
| –$150-349/wk | 19.2% | 49.5% | 33.4% |
| –$350-649/wk | 58.9% | 38.0% | 50.9% |
| –$650-949/wk | 15.1% | 1.7% | 6.6% |
| –>$950/wk | 6.8% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| –Aggregate Housing Cost | 1,181 | 1,009 | 1,189 |
| –Mortgage / Income | 19.8% | 23.3% | 24.6% |
| –Rent / Income | 19.5% | 20.7% | 21.5% |
| –Persons per Bedroom | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Metrici | Aldgate | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Household Est. | 1,228 | 580,075 | 10,142,077 |
| Median Household Size | 2.8 | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Total Households (Census) | 1,192 | 536,048 | 9,275,217 |
| –Lone Person Households | 13.5% | 27.7% | 25.6% |
| –Group Households | 0.5% | 3.7% | 3.9% |
| –Other Households | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| –Family Households | 85.4% | 68.6% | 70.5% |
| –Couple with Children | 43.2% | 29.6% | 31.4% |
| –Couple No Children | 33.6% | 26.1% | 26.8% |
| –One Parent Family | 8.4% | 11.7% | 11.1% |
| –Avg Children per Family | 1.7 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Currently Married | 59.6% | 45.7% | 46.5% |
| Never Married | 27.3% | 36.4% | 36.5% |
Participation in education is high, with 30.5% of the population enrolled in an educational institution. This includes 12.1% attending primary school, 9.3% in secondary school, and 5.7% enrolled in tertiary education.
Qualification Attainment by Type - Residents Aged 15+ (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Aldgate | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| University Qualifications | 48.9% | 28.9% | 30.4% |
| –Bachelor Degree | 30.9% | 19.2% | 20.0% |
| –Postgraduate Degree | 12.3% | 7.0% | 7.6% |
| –Advanced Diploma | 11.0% | 10.1% | 10.8% |
| –Certificate | 12.6% | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| No Tertiary Qualifications | 27.4% | 39.0% | 36.8% |
| Number of Schools | 3 | 503 | 11,054 |
| Total School Attendance | 380 | 228,555 | 4,176,099 |
| ICSEA Score | 1,098 | 1,032 | 1,001 |
| Education Drivers Ranking | 87 | 64 | 100 |
Schools detail
| # | School name | Type | Places | ICSEA | Distance (km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Hills Montessori School - Wairoa Campus | Combined | 142 | 1108 | 0.98 |
| 2 | Aldgate Primary School | Primary | 238 | 1089 | 1.05 |
| 3 | The Hills Montessori School - Yultiwirra Campus | Combined | n.a | n.a | 1.12 |
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Parcel Locker
0km · score 0
Dentist
1.8km · score 64
Hospital
13km · score 10
Shopping Centre
11km · score 3
Banks
5.3km · score 18
Pharmacy
1.6km · score 49
Fitness Centre
7.0km · score 7
Schools
1.1km · score 25
Transport Servicing
GTFS / Districts
| Metrici | Aldgate | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Stops | 20 | 7,666 | 171,981 |
| Routes | 23 | 590 | 12,966 |
| Weekly Trips | 503 | 54,614 | 1,140,068 |
| Avg Dist. Between Stops (m) | 98 | 77 | 235 |
| Avg Dist. to Local Pop. (m) | 453 | 256 | 7,586 |
| Population per Stop | 180 | 194 | 161 |
| Population per Trip | 7.1 | 27.3 | 24.3 |
| Population per Route | 156 | 2,526 | 2,136 |
| Public Transport Access Ranking | 41 | 85 | 100 |
| Vehicles per Dwelling | 1.9 | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| Work from Home | 21.2% | 11.0% | 23.9% |
| Single Mode Commute | 77.4% | 86.8% | 73.8% |
| Two Mode | 1.5% | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| Three+ Mode | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| –Car | 91.6% | 85.3% | 84.1% |
| –Train | 0.0% | 2.1% | 4.9% |
| –Bus | 5.7% | 6.7% | 3.6% |
| –Walk | 1.9% | 2.4% | 3.7% |
| –Cycle | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| –Ferry | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| –Tram/Light Rail | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| –Other | 0.2% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
Private Health Insurance Coverage
ATO / Districts
| Metrici | Aldgate | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Health Cover Rate | 61.0% | 52.7% | 55.7% |
| Need for Assistance | 3.7% | 6.6% | 5.8% |
| Zero L/T Health Conditions | 70.7% | 67.9% | 69.8% |
| One Long Term Condition | 22.0% | 21.3% | 20.5% |
| Two Long Term Conditions | 5.1% | 7.0% | 6.4% |
| 3+ Long Term Conditions | 2.2% | 3.8% | 3.3% |
| –Arthritis | 7.2% | 8.3% | 7.7% |
| –Asthma | 8.2% | 7.7% | 7.4% |
| –Cancer | 3.2% | 2.7% | 2.6% |
| –Dementia / Alzheimers | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| –Diabetes | 2.4% | 4.8% | 4.3% |
| –Heart Disease | 3.3% | 3.8% | 3.6% |
| –Kidney Disease | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| –Lung Condition | 1.5% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| –Mental Health Issue | 6.9% | 8.6% | 8.0% |
| –Stroke | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| –Other Condition | 8.5% | 7.8% | 7.3% |
Place of Birth (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Aldgate | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born Overseas | 18.6% | 28.7% | 29.3% |
| Born in Australia | 81.4% | 71.3% | 70.7% |
| Australian Citizens | 93.9% | 86.3% | 83.8% |
| Speak English Only | 95.9% | 77.8% | 76.4% |
| Speak Other Language | 4.1% | 22.2% | 23.6% |
| Indigenous Population | 0.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
| Largest Ethnic Group | English | English | English |
| Main Religion | Christianity | Christianity | Christianity |
| –Buddhism | 0.5% | 2.4% | 2.6% |
| –Christianity | 37.5% | 42.4% | 47.5% |
| –Hinduism | 0.1% | 2.8% | 2.9% |
| –Islam | 0.1% | 3.0% | 3.5% |
| –Judaism | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| –Other | 0.1% | 1.8% | 1.4% |
| –No Religion | 61.6% | 47.5% | 41.6% |
Age Distribution
ABS / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts
| Metrici | Aldgate | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Age | 45 | 39 | 38 |
| Largest Age Group | 45 to 54 | 25 to 34 | 25 to 34 |
| Children (0-14) | 18.8% | 16.6% | 17.5% |
| Working Age (15-64) | 59.2% | 64.2% | 64.7% |
| Seniors (65+) | 22.8% | 19.2% | 17.8% |
| Age Distribution Variance | 24.0% | 15.0% | 16.0% |
| Dependency Ratio | 70.0% | 56.0% | 55.0% |
| Fastest Growing Age Group | 85+ | 85+ | 85+ |
Aldgate contains 2 Long Day Care centres (98 places), 1 preschool/kindergarten facility (30 places) and 2 OSHC facilities (115 places), with overall provision relative to the local child population appearing favorable compared to national benchmarks, and above the Greater Adelaide average. Combined service provision across long day care and preschool/kindergarten services, and the approximate 157 children in the cohort, sees a ratio of children per place of 1.4 - placing the area among the top 30% nationally for supply per child. Looking at long day care specifically against the under-5 population, the ratio is 1.8 children per place. Further breakdowns by age, to help in identifying the most in-need services, show moderate LDC provision across the infant and toddler cohort (<3yo) with 98 places across 2 facilities serving 105 children while preschool supply is moderate with 1 facility providing 30 places (2.3 children aged 3-4 per place compared to the Greater Adelaide average of 2.8). Projected population decline of 1.3% in the under 5 age group between now and 2041 suggests a reduction in demand for childcare services. Other factors relevant to demand worth noting are upper quartile employment and income performance.
In assessing child care markets local school supply is a particularly important factor, given school-run convenience, and enrolment vs child care place analysis can provide useful insight into capacity both for parents seeking child care options and child care operators assessing opportunities in an area. The catchment sees a level of school enrolment relative to population of 10.6 per 100 residents with 380 enrolments across primary and secondary institutions. This middle-of-the-road rate of school supply suggests most local students are residents within the immediate area. Additionally, the level of school places per child care place (LDC+PSK) is lower than average. Proximity analysis saw distances of local residents to their nearest child care centre being longer than typical nationally. Another finding worth noting is the low level of commercial activity in the area and assessment of local working populations which suggest many of the local population commute elsewhere for work with nearby services potentially taking some pressure off local child care centres.
1 school catchment intersects Aldgate (note; school catchment data provided for public schools only - primary school data only available in SA), in which 328 children aged under 5 reside, served by 287 LDC and preschool places. The demand-to-supply ratio for this catchment is 1.1 children per place.
Children per LDC Place by Geographic Level
ACECQA / ABS / GNAF / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts