Camden Park (SA)

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According to evaluation of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region combined with new address validations performed by Districts after the Census, the resident count in the suburb of Camden Park (SA) is projected to be approximately 3,521 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 183 individuals (5.5%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 3,338 residents. This shift is calculated from a residential estimate of 3,507 computed by Districts utilizing the ABS June 2025 release of ERP figures alongside 76 validated post-Census addresses. Such a resident count translates to a density of 2,862 individuals per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the highest quarter of all locations nationwide assessed by Districts. The post-Census expansion rate of 5.5% in the suburb of Camden Park (SA) is within 2.0 percentage points of the state level of 7.5%, indicating healthy expansion parameters. Growth in the local populace was mostly underpinned by international arrivals, which were responsible for roughly 97.0% of the net gains in recent times.

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The local workforce exhibits high levels of education, with robust representation in key service sectors, a jobless rate of only 2.9%, and an annual employment growth rate estimated at 6.0%, compiled from regional statistics by Districts. In March 2026, 2,206 local citizens were employed, with the local unemployment rate sitting 0.9 percentage points below the 3.8% recorded across Greater Adelaide, while workforce participation is exceptionally high at 74.8% compared to 66.6% in Greater Adelaide. Census records indicate that only 9.5% of working residents performed their duties from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 containment measures.

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Based on the most recent ATO postcode statistics for financial year 2023 compiled by Districts, the median income of taxpayers in Camden Park is $52,892, with an average income of $63,082. These figures sit below the national benchmarks, and compare with a median of $54,808 and average of $66,852 across Greater Adelaide. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index rise of 10.17% since financial year 2023, estimated figures would be roughly $58,271 for the median and $69,497 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census records personal weekly earnings at the 49th percentile ($797), with household incomes sitting at the 28th percentile. The largest cohort comprises 32.0% of households earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, representing 1,126 residents, which matches the wider metropolitan rate of . Financial strain from housing costs is pronounced, with only of income remaining after housing expenses, placing the area in the th percentile, while the SEIFA income metric ranks the locality in the th decile.

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The local housing stock at the time of the latest Census was composed of 50.8% standalone houses and 49.2% other housing formats such as townhouses, apartments, and semi-detached units, which contrasts with the Adelaide metro split of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership stood at 26.3%, trailing the Adelaide metropolitan benchmark, with the remaining residences either being purchased under a mortgage (32.9%) or rented (40.8%). The median monthly payment for home loans was higher than the Adelaide metro median of $1,562 at $1,650, while the median weekly rent was $305, compared to $320 across the metro area. On a national scale, mortgage payments in the area are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rent levels are also below the national average of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 57.5%, consisting of 24.1% couples with offspring, 24.9% couples without children, and 7.1% single-parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 42.5%, with single-person households representing 35.4% and shared group households making up 6.7% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.2 individuals is below the Greater Adelaide benchmark of 2.5.

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The local educational profile is highly competitive compared to the wider region, with 33.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, exceeding the South Australian average of 25.7% and the Greater Adelaide level of 28.9%. Bachelor degrees represent the largest share at 23.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.4%. Practical and technical skills are also widely held, with 31.7% of the population aged 15+ possessing vocational qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 10.2% and vocational certificates at 21.5%.

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Analysis of public transit options shows 21 active stops within Camden Park, offering a combination of tram and bus services. These points of access are connected to 17 separate routes, which combine to service 2,200 passenger journeys each week. Local transit access is classified as highly convenient, with residents living an average of 162 meters from the nearest boarding point. Because the suburb is mostly residential, most employed residents travel outside the area for work, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 82%, followed by bus transit at 9%. Households own an average of 1.1 cars, which is below the regional average. A minor share of 9.5% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic dynamics.

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Public health metrics reveal positive dynamics, with analysis of mortality rates and chronic illnesses by Districts indicating results that align closely with national averages. The incidence of common medical conditions is low in the broader community, though elevated above the national baseline within older, vulnerable demographics, while private health insurance coverage is slightly below the SA2 average, held by approximately 52% of the population, representing about 1,829 individuals.

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The local population displays higher levels of cultural diversity than most property markets, with 31.2% of residents born outside Australia and 30.0% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, practiced by 40.2% of the local population. The most prominent statistical divergence is in the Other category, which accounts for 6.2% of residents compared to 1.8% across Greater Adelaide.

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With a median age of 35, Camden Park is younger than Greater Adelaide, which has a median of 39, and sits below the national median of 38. The 25 - 34 age segment represents 23.5% of the local population, compared to a lower share in Greater Adelaide, while children aged 5 - 14 are less common at 8.0%. The concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 cohort has grown from 21.6% to 23.5% of the population, and the 35 to 44 age group increased from 14.4% to 15.6%. In contrast, the 55 to bracket fell from to . Demographic projections for indicate changes in the local age profile, with the to age bracket expected to increase by (an increase of people) to reach from a baseline of .

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Camden Park currently has an estimated 200 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 109 children aged 0-2 and 71 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 5% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 21% by 2041 (to approximately 242 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 253. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.6 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.