Angle Vale (SA)

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Based on calculations of ABS demographics for the region alongside fresh locations verified by Districts post-Census, the population of Angle Vale is estimated to be approximately 8,013 around May 2026. This indicates a rise of 3,962 residents (97.8%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 4,051 individuals. The shift is calculated from a local population of 7,661, determined by Districts through reviewing the June 2025 ABS ERP release and 1,967 confirmed new locations since the Census. This population level means a density of 570 residents per square kilometer, ensuring considerable space for each person and options for future growth. The expansion rate of 97.8% since the 2021 census outstripped the state level of 7.5% as well as Greater Adelaide, positioning the area as a regional growth leader. The demographic gains were mostly propelled by domestic relocation, which made up roughly 76.0% of the increases during recent times, though other components such as natural increase and international relocation were also positive.

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The local workforce is evenly distributed between professional and trade roles, with the building sector showing particularly strong representation. The unemployment rate stands at just 3.3%, and job growth over the past year is estimated at 5.4% based on Districts figures. As of March 2026, there are 4,159 employed citizens, while the local jobless rate is 0.5% below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%. Workforce participation is notably elevated, sitting at 74.5% compared to 66.6% in Greater Adelaide. Census records show a modest 8.2% of the workforce operating from home, though the influence of pandemic restrictions should be kept in mind.

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Based on Districts aggregation of postcode-level tax data published for financial year 2023, tax-paying residents of Angle Vale recorded a median income of $58,130 and an average income of $62,565. This sits below the national average and compares to $54,808 (median) and $66,852 (average) across Greater Adelaide. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index rise of 10.17% since financial year 2023, contemporary estimates point to about $64,042 for the median and $68,928 for the average as of March 2026. Census data from 2021 puts household, family, and personal earnings in the suburb around the 73rd percentile nationally. Analysis shows 39.7% of residents (3,181 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, which is comparable to the regional rate of . Housing costs consume of earnings, while solid household incomes place the area in the nd percentile for disposable funds and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile.

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The mix of housing in Angle Vale at the time of the Census stood at 98.2% standalone houses and 1.8% alternative dwellings like townhouses and apartments, compared to Adelaide metro where standalone homes made up 75.2% and alternative styles made up 24.9%. The level of outright home ownership in Angle Vale was below the metropolitan rate at 27.4%, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (67.2%) or rented (5.4%). The median monthly home loan payment was significantly higher than the Adelaide metro average at $1,827, whereas the median weekly rent stood at $350, compared to metropolitan figures of $1,562 and $320. Nationally, local home loan payments are below the Australian average of $1,863, and rent levels are also below the national average of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 86.6%, consisting of couples with children at 49.3%, couples without children at 30.0%, and single parents at 6.2%. The remaining 13.4% are non-family households, with single-person homes at 12.5% and group share houses at 1.2%. The median household size of 3.1 residents is larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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The locality shows lower rates of higher education, with university graduation rates of 13.0% sitting well below the national average of 30.4%. This presents a challenge and a focus area for learning initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.2%, followed by graduate diplomas at 2.0% and postgraduate degrees at 1.8%. Vocational skills are highly represented, with 42.9% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.2% and certificates at 31.7%.

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Public transport reviews show 19 active transport stops in Angle Vale, which are served by buses. These stops accommodate 6 distinct routes, which combine to run 101 passenger trips per week. Transit access is good, with residents living an average of 229 meters from a stop. Since the suburb is residential, most workers commute out of the area, and cars remain the primary transport method at 96%. Households average 2.2 vehicles, which is above the metropolitan average. A relatively low 8.2% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

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Angle Vale presents notable health concerns, according to Districts research into mortality and chronic illness rates, with common conditions present across demographics, particularly in older brackets, and the level of private health insurance coverage sitting relatively low at approximately 52% of the population, which equals about 4,145 people.

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The suburb displays below-average levels of cultural diversity, with 85.4% of residents born in Australia, 94.0% holding citizenship, and 94.4% using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant faith, accounting for 42.1% of residents. The most noticeable variation is in Judaism, which comprises natural language zero percent of the population compared to 0.1% for Greater Adelaide.

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The median age of 32 years in Angle Vale is lower than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and younger than the national average of 38 years. Compared to the metro region, Angle Vale has a larger portion of residents aged 5 - 14 (17.2%) and a smaller portion aged 65 - 74 (5.1%). The proportion of children aged 5 - 14 is higher than the national rate of 12.0%. The local population has grown younger since the 2021 Census, with the median age dropping 2.6 years from 35 down to 32. Specifically, the cohort aged 25 to 34 increased from 13.2% to 19.3%, and the 35 to 44 age bracket grew from to . In contrast, the to group decreased from to , and the to cohort fell from to . Looking ahead to models indicate changes in local age groups, with the to demographic expected to grow by , adding people to reach .

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Angle Vale currently has an estimated 592 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 432 children aged 0-2 and 289 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 157% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 45% by 2041 (to approximately 861 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 993. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 22.2 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.