Andrews Farm (SA)

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Analysis of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region combined with new address records validated by Districts since the Census estimates the population of the suburb of Andrews Farm at approximately 9,807 as of May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 1,108 people (12.7%) from the 2021 Census, which documented 8,699 individuals. The shift is calculated from a resident population of 9,713 estimated by Districts following the review of the ABS June 2025 ERP release, alongside an extra 826 validated new addresses since the Census. This population level corresponds to a density of 2,457 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the highest quartile of national locations assessed by Districts. The suburb of Andrews Farm's 12.7% growth since the 2021 census outpaced the state rate of 7.5% as well as Greater Adelaide, positioning it as a regional growth leader. Population gains were primarily driven by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 47.0% of the overall increase, though all sources including natural increase and overseas migration made positive contributions.

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The workforce of the suburb of Andrews Farm is balanced between white and blue collar jobs, with significant representation in the manufacturing and industrial sectors, and an unemployment rate of 5.9% based on Districts statistical area aggregations. As of March 2026, 4,536 residents are employed, with the unemployment rate standing 2.0% above the Greater Adelaide rate of 3.8%, and workforce participation aligns closely with the Greater Adelaide rate of 66.6%. Census data indicates that a low 4.8% of residents worked from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdown conditions.

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The suburb of Andrews Farm's income levels are below the national average based on the latest ATO data aggregated by Districts for the 2023 financial year. The median income for taxpayers in the area is $59,570, while the average income is $64,857, compared to Greater Adelaide figures of $54,808 and $66,852 respectively. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $65,628 (median) and $71,453 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and personal incomes all rank modestly, placing between the 33rd and 43rd percentiles. The figures show that 38.7% of the population (3,795 individuals) earn within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is similar to the regional pattern where fall into this bracket. Housing affordability pressure is significant, with only of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the th percentile.

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Residential structures in the suburb of Andrews Farm at the time of the latest Census consisted of 95.3% houses and 4.7% other dwelling types (semi-detached, apartments, and alternative housing), compared to metropolitan Adelaide where houses made up 75.2% and other dwellings accounted for 24.9%. Home ownership in the area was lower than the metropolitan Adelaide average, standing at 11.2%, with the remaining dwellings occupied by mortgage holders (48.6%) or renters (40.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,300 was notably lower than the metropolitan Adelaide average of $1,562, and the median weekly rent was $300, compared to metropolitan Adelaide's $320. Nationwide, mortgage repayments in the area are significantly below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also substantially lower than the national figure of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 75.8%, consisting of couples with children at 33.6%, couples without children at 18.3%, and single parent households at 22.4%. Non-family households represent the remaining 24.2%, with single-person households at 21.1% and group households at 3.0%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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Educational profiles present challenges in the area, with the university qualification rate of 9.8% falling well below the national average of 30.4%. This represents both a difficulty and an opportunity for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 7.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees (1.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.1%). Vocational and technical training is prominent, with 42.0% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.8%) and certificates (33.2%).

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Analysis of local transit options indicates there are 23 active public transport stops in the suburb of Andrews Farm, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 8 different routes, which combine to support 473 weekly passenger journeys. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 215 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential character of the area, most workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 94%. Households own an average of 1.4 vehicles. A low 4.8% of residents work from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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The suburb of Andrews Farm displays notable health concerns based on Districts' evaluation of mortality data and chronic illness rates, which impact both younger and older demographic groups, while the rate of private health insurance coverage is slightly above the average SA2 area at approximately 53% of the population (~5,162 people).

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The suburb of Andrews Farm shows above-average levels of cultural diversity, with 18.1% of residents born outside Australia and 14.7% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 34.6% of the population. The most notable statistical divergence is in the Other category, which accounts for 1.3% of the population compared to 1.8% across Greater Adelaide.

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The median age of 28 years in the suburb of Andrews Farm is younger than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and sits well below the national median of 38. Compared to the Greater Adelaide region, the area has a higher share of residents aged 5 - 14 (16.6%) but fewer people in the 65 - 74 bracket (4.4%). Post-2021 Census figures show the 35 to 44 cohort has increased from 14.0% to 14.8% of the population, whereas the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 19.2% to 16.6%. Demographic projections suggest the age distribution will change substantially by 2041, with the 25 to age bracket expected to grow by people () from to .

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Andrews Farm currently has an estimated 931 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 487 children aged 0-2 and 324 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 15% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 33% by 2041 (to approximately 1,239 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,247. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 17.8 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.