Craigmore (SA)

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According to ABS population estimates for the broader region and address verifications conducted by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Craigmore has an estimated population of 11,412 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 469 residents (4.3%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded 10,943 people. The calculation is based on a resident population of 11,317 estimated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus 17 validated new addresses identified since the Census. This population size results in a density of 2,338 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of Craigmore in the top quartile of locations nationally assessed by Districts. interstate migration was the primary driver of growth, accounting for approximately 49.0% of recent gains, though all factors including natural increase and overseas migration made positive contributions.

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The suburb of Craigmore features a diverse workforce containing a mixture of white-collar and blue-collar roles, with a strong representation of public service positions, and an unemployment rate of 6.0% derived from Districts aggregated statistical data. As of March 2026, there are 5,492 residents employed, with unemployment running 2.1% higher than the Greater Adelaide rate of 3.8%, and participation sitting slightly lower at 63.3% compared to the metropolitan average of 66.6%. Census figures show a modest 5.7% of the workforce worked from home, although this may have been influenced by pandemic lockdowns.

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Income levels in the suburb of Craigmore sit below the national average based on the latest financial year 2023 ATO figures compiled by Districts. The median income for taxpayers in the suburb of Craigmore is $45,835 and the average is $50,236, compared to Greater Adelaide averages of $54,808 and $66,852. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, these estimates would stand at approximately $50,496 for the median and $55,345 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census ranks household, family, and individual incomes moderately in the suburb of Craigmore, placing them between the 25th and 36th percentiles. The largest income group, representing 36.9% of households (4,211 residents), earns between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, which is similar to the regional proportion of . After meeting housing costs, residents retain of their income for other living expenses.

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Housing types in the suburb of Craigmore at the last Census consisted of 99.4% detached houses and 0.7% other housing options such as townhouses and flats, compared to the wider Adelaide metropolitan split of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Outright home ownership in the suburb of Craigmore was lower than the metropolitan average at 26.5%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (52.8%) or renters (20.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment was lower than the Adelaide metropolitan average at $1,300, and the median weekly rent was $300, compared to regional figures of $1,562 and $320. Nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb of Craigmore are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national average of $375.

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Families comprise the vast majority of households at 78.6%, which includes 34.7% couples with children, 26.8% couples without children, and 16.5% single-parent households. Single-person households account for 19.0% and group households represent 2.2%, making up the remaining 21.4% of non-family homes. The median household size is 2.8 occupants, which is larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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Educational outcomes in the area show that tertiary attainment is lower, with university graduation rates of 8.9% sitting well below the national average of 30.4%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted local educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 6.4%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.3% and postgraduate degrees at 1.2%. Vocational and technical qualifications are highly prevalent, with 39.7% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.1% and certificates at 30.6%.

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Public transport infrastructure consists of 44 bus stops within the suburb of Craigmore. These stops are served by 4 separate routes, which run a combined total of 348 weekly passenger trips. Access to services is good, with residents living an average of 241 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb of Craigmore is primarily residential, resulting in a high rate of outward commuting, with cars remaining the dominant mode of travel at 94%. Households own an average of 1.6 vehicles, which is above the metropolitan average. A modest 5.7% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data collected under pandemic conditions.

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Significant health concerns are present in the suburb of Craigmore based on Districts assessment of mortality statistics and chronic illness prevalence, affecting both youth and senior groups, while private health insurance rates are very low at approximately 47% of the population (~5,353 people). This compares to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Craigmore displays cultural diversity levels comparable to the regional average, with 78.8% of residents born in Australia, 91.2% holding citizenship, and 90.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 39.8% of the population. The most distinct variance is in Islam, which represents 1.6% of residents, compared to 3.0% across Greater Adelaide.

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The median age of 37 years in the suburb of Craigmore is slightly younger than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and very close to the Australian average of 38. Compared to the wider metropolitan area, there is a higher proportion of children aged 5 - 14 (13.8%) and a lower proportion of adults aged 25 - 34 (11.4%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 65 to 74 has risen from 7.7% to 9.3%, while the cohort aged 0 to 4 has decreased from 6.3% to 5.3%. Future population estimates for 2041 suggest changing demographics, with the group aged 45 to 54 projected to grow by 46% ( people), rising from to .

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Craigmore currently has an estimated 604 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 416 children aged 0-2 and 278 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 12% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 21% by 2041 (to approximately 728 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,351. Birth rates in the area have averaged 12.0 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.