Elizabeth Grove (SA)

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Recent ABS population updates combined with Districts address validations since the Census indicate that the suburb of Elizabeth Grove has an estimated 2,719 residents as of May 2026. This represents a 7.4% rise of 188 people since the 2021 Census, when the population was recorded at 2,531. This expansion is calculated from an estimated resident population of 2,701, which Districts derived from the ABS June 2025 ERP release, plus 17 validated new addresses registered since the Census. With this population level, the local density stands at 2,107 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average across national locations analyzed by Districts. The 7.4% growth rate in the suburb of Elizabeth Grove is nearly identical to the state average of 7.5%, trailing it by only 0.1 percentage points. Net overseas migration was the primary driver of this growth, contributing approximately 85.0% of the overall population increases in recent times.

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The local workforce displays a mix of white-collar and blue-collar employment, with industrial and manufacturing fields playing a key role, alongside an unemployment rate of 22.3% according to aggregated statistical area data. As of March 2026737 residents are employed, while the local unemployment rate sits 18.5% higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%. Workforce participation is also relatively low, standing at 45.2% compared to 66.6% in Greater Adelaide. Census responses indicate that only 2.1% of local workers operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic restrictions.

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ATO taxpayer records released for financial year 2023 show Elizabeth Grove has a median income of $43,119 and an average income of $47,284. These figures are below national averages, and compare to a median of $54,808 and an average of $66,852 in Greater Adelaide. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, the estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $47,504 for the median and $52,093 for the average. Census records place household, family, and personal incomes in the area between the 0th and 1st percentiles nationally. The local earnings profile shows that the $400 - 799 weekly income bracket contains 33.4% of the population, representing 908 individuals, whereas the broader region is dominated by the $1,500 - bracket at . The fact that of incomes fall below weekly highlights the financial difficulties present in the area. Housing cost pressures are significant, leaving only of income after housing expenses, which ranks in the nd percentile.

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At the time of the last Census, the housing mix in Elizabeth Grove consisted of 43.5% detached houses and 56.5% other housing types, such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings, compared to Greater Adelaide's split of 75.2% detached houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in the area was lower than the metropolitan average at 18.4%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (21.4%) or renting (60.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,075, which is below the metropolitan average, while the median weekly rent was $225, compared to metropolitan averages of $1,562 and $320. Nationally, Elizabeth Grove's median mortgage payments are below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national figure of $375.

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Families make up 57.0% of all households, consisting of 19.9% couples with children, 16.5% couples without children, and 18.8% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 43.0% of the community, with single person households representing 40.0% and group houses making up 3.1%. The median household size of 2.3 individuals is slightly lower than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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Local education statistics indicate room for progress, with university completion rates at 7.5%, which is below the national mark of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 5.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.3% and graduate diplomas at 0.9%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 34.3% of residents aged 15 and over holding vocational certificates, including 6.1% with advanced diplomas and 28.2% holding certificate qualifications.

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Analysis of transit options indicates 18 active bus stops operate within the suburb of Elizabeth Grove. These stops are served by 18 separate routes, which support 863 passenger trips each week. Transport connectivity is high, with residents living an average of 170 meters from their nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb of Elizabeth Grove, most workers travel outside the area, with private vehicles being the primary mode of travel for 91% of commuters, while 7% use buses. The average rate of vehicle ownership is 0.8 cars per home, which is below the regional average. A low 2.1% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

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Assessments of mortality rates and chronic health conditions indicate significant medical concerns in Elizabeth Grove, impacting both younger and older residents. The rate of private health insurance coverage is very low, with approximately 46% of the population holding cover, representing about 1,243 people. This compares to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%.

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Elizabeth Grove displays a higher level of cultural diversity than most areas, with 30.2% of its population born outside of Australia and 23.8% using a language other than English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 39.1% of residents. The most notable religious concentration relative to the region is Islam, representing 6.3% of the community compared to 3.0% across Greater Adelaide.

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The median age of 36 in Elizabeth Grove is slightly younger than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Adelaide, there is a larger proportion of children aged 5 to 14, at 15.3%, but fewer residents in the 75 to 84 age bracket, at 4.2%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 11.9% to 13.3% of the population, while the 45 to 54 group has decreased from 11.4% to 10.6%. By 2041, demographic shifts are expected to alter the age structure, with the 45 to 54 age group projected to grow by 48% or people, rising from to .

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Elizabeth Grove currently has an estimated 209 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 116 children aged 0-2 and 76 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 22% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 21% by 2041 (to approximately 253 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 333. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 14.4 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.