Burton (SA)

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According to recent ABS population updates and newly validated addresses through Districts, the suburb of Burton (SA) has an estimated population of 6,640 as of May 2026. This figure represents a rise of 121 individuals, or 1.9%, compared to the 2021 Census count of 6,519 people. The adjustment is derived from a resident population of 6,625, as calculated by Districts after reviewing the latest ERP data released by the ABS in June 2025, plus 24 additional confirmed new addresses since the Census date. This population level corresponds to a density of 1,088 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical densities observed in other areas evaluated by Districts. The suburb's 1.9% growth since the census places it within 2.0 percentage points of the SA3 region, which recorded 3.9% growth, indicating strong underlying expansion dynamics. Recent population gains in the suburb of Burton (SA) were mainly fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 62.0% of the total increase during the latest period.

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The local workforce displays a balanced mix of professional and industrial jobs, with manufacturing and production industries highly active, an unemployment rate of 7.6%, and relatively stable employment conditions over the preceding year, according to aggregated regional statistics. In March 2026, 3,094 residents were employed, while the local unemployment rate stood 3.7% above the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%, indicating room for growth. Workforce participation is overall comparable to the Greater Adelaide rate of 66.6%. Census records indicate that a minor 5.7% of the working population operated from home, though the context of COVID-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.

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Taxpayer statistics at the postcode level from the ATO for financial year 2023 show that the suburb of Burton had a median taxpayer income of $50,726, with the average income recorded at $54,583. These figures are below the national benchmarks and compare to $54,808 (median) and $66,852 (average) across Greater Adelaide. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.17% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate these levels at approximately $55,885 for the median and $60,134 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household income sits at the 36th percentile ($1,517 weekly), and personal income is at the 19th percentile. The weekly household income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 is the most common, accounting for 39.8% of households ( people), which resembles the wider area where fall into this band. Affordability pressures are notable, with residents retaining only of their income, ranking at the th percentile.

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Residential housing in Burton at the last Census consisted of 96.4% standalone houses and 3.6% other options like townhouses or apartments, compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwelling styles in metropolitan Adelaide. Home ownership rates in the suburb lagged behind the metropolitan average, sitting at 21.5%, while the remaining occupied dwellings were being purchased with a mortgage (54.8%) or rented (23.6%). The monthly median mortgage payment of $1,312 was notably lower than the metro Adelaide median of $1,562, and weekly rent costs were $310 compared to $320 in the broader Adelaide region. On a national level, monthly mortgage commitments in Burton are significantly below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are much lower than the national figure of $375.

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Family units are the primary household type at 80.9%, consisting of couples with children at 42.1%, couples without children at 19.1%, and single parents with children at 18.1%. Non-family configurations make up the remaining 19.1%, comprising single-occupant households at 16.8% and group living situations at 2.4%. The median household occupancy of 3.1 residents is higher than the Greater Adelaide figure of 2.5.

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The local community experiences low tertiary education rates, with university qualification levels (10.4%) falling far short of the national average of 30.4%. This represents a clear opportunity for targeted local learning programs. Bachelor degrees are held by 8.0% of residents, with postgraduate qualifications at 1.5% and graduate diplomas at 0.9%. Vocational and technical abilities are heavily represented, with 32.4% of citizens aged 15+ holding practical trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (6.9%) and certificates (25.5%).

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Public transport connectivity includes 28 active stops within the suburb, which are serviced by a combination of buses. These stops accommodate 7 separate routes that run 676 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 259 meters from their closest stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area, and private vehicles remain the primary transit mode at 95%. Households average 1.7 cars, which is above the metropolitan average. A relatively low proportion of 5.7% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect COVID-19 pandemic settings.

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Health indicators demonstrate significant difficulties within the suburb, based on an assessment of mortality trends and long-term health issue rates, showing a much higher occurrence of common ailments that is particularly evident among older demographics. Additionally, the rate of residents holding private health insurance is notably low at approximately 49% of the population (~3,227 people). This is lower than the Greater Adelaide level of 52.7% and the national rate of 55.7%.

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The locality registers a high degree of cultural diversity, with 32.5% of the population born outside Australia and 36.1% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the major religious affiliation, accounting for 33.2% of residents. However, the most distinct variation is in Buddhism, which represents 13.4% of the community, significantly higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.4%.

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With a median age of 33 years, the local population is considerably younger than the Greater Adelaide median of 39 years and the national average of 38 years. Children aged 5 - 14 are highly represented at 15.7% compared to Greater Adelaide, while seniors aged 75 - 84 are less common at 2.6%. Since 2021, the 65 to 74 age group has increased from 6.1% to 7.0%. In contrast, the 25 to 34 age bracket decreased from 14.8% to 13.4%, and the 5 to 14 age group fell from 16.8% to 15.7%. Future projections for indicate notable demographic shifts, with the to cohort expected to grow by people () from to while the to age bracket rises by a minimal ( people).

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Burton currently has an estimated 478 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 264 children aged 0-2 and 175 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 1% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 3% by 2041 (to approximately 494 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 733. Birth rates in the area have averaged 13.1 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.