Fulham Gardens (SA)

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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by Districts since the Census the suburb of Fulham Gardens has an estimated population of approximately 6,857 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 284 people (4.3%) from the 2021 Census, which documented 6,573 residents. The calculation is derived from a resident population of 6,820, calculated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with an additional 82 validated new addresses since the Census. This population level translates to a density ratio of 2,833 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quartile of national areas monitored by Districts. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth, accounting for approximately 82.0% of the recent population gains.

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Fulham Gardens benefits from a qualified resident workforce, particularly within essential service industries, featuring an unemployment rate of only 2.5% alongside an estimated job growth rate of 5.7% over the past year, as aggregated by Districts from statistical area statistics. As of March 2026, 3,675 local residents are employed. The local unemployment rate is 1.3% below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%, while the labor participation rate matches the regional level of 66.6%. Census data indicates that a low 10.9% of the workforce worked from home, although this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.

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The suburb of Fulham Gardens shows a median taxpayer income of $49,698 and an average of $70,076 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by Districts for financial year 2023. This is slightly above average nationally, contrasting with Greater Adelaide's median income of $54,808 and average income of $66,852. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $54,752 (median) and $77,203 (average) as of March 2026. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Fulham Gardens, between the 41st and 42nd percentiles. Income analysis reveals the predominant cohort spans 30.1% of locals (2,063 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region showing in the same category. After housing, of income remains for other expenses and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the th decile.

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According to the latest Census, the residential mix in Fulham Gardens consisted of 75.6% standalone houses and 24.4% alternative dwellings like townhouses and apartments, compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings across metropolitan Adelaide. The home ownership rate was notably higher than the metro average at 48.2%, with remaining residences being mortgaged (29.3%) or rented (22.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,950 sat comfortably above the Adelaide metro average of $1,562, while the median weekly rent was $370 compared to $320 regionally. Compared to national benchmarks, local mortgage payments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, whereas weekly rents are below the national figure of $375.

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Families represent the majority of local households at 73.8%, which is broken down into 33.3% couples with children, 28.5% couples without children, and 10.6% single parents. Non-family households account for the remaining 26.2%, consisting of single-person households at 24.0% and group housing arrangements at 2.2%. The typical household size of 2.5 residents is identical to the average across Greater Adelaide.

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University qualification rates stand at 26.4% in Fulham Gardens, slightly below the Australian average of 30.4%, pointing to a reasonably competitive educational profile. Bachelor degrees represent the most common qualification at 18.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.9% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Vocational qualifications are prominent, with 30.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.0% and certificates at 20.6%.

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Public transport infrastructure includes 34 active transit stops within Fulham Gardens, consisting of bus services. These locations are connected to 20 separate routes, offering a total of 1,196 weekly passenger trips. Access to transit is highly rated, with residents living an average of 191 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the area's residential profile, most workers travel out of the suburb, with private cars being the primary commute method at 90% and buses accounting for 5%. Households average 1.5 vehicles. A relatively low 10.9% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 factors.

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Evaluation of regional health indicators reveals favorable health outcomes in Fulham Gardens, based on Districts research into mortality rates and chronic health conditions. Both youth and older demographics experience low rates of common illnesses, and private health coverage is relatively widespread, representing approximately 55% of the community or roughly 3,750 residents.

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Fulham Gardens displays greater cultural diversity than most compared markets, with 30.5% of its population born overseas and 31.0% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 63.1% of residents, compared to 42.4% across Greater Adelaide.

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The median age in Fulham Gardens is 45 years, which is older than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 years and the national median of 38 years. The 75 - 84 age cohort is well represented at 10.5% of the population compared to Greater Adelaide, while the 25 - 34 cohort is less common at 11.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 9.4% to 10.5%, and the 85+ cohort grew from 3.4% to 4.4%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 14.1% to 12.0%, and the 5 to 14 age group decreased from to . Future demographic modeling suggests the local age structure will change significantly by . The + cohort is projected to expand the fastest, growing by as it adds residents to reach a total of . Seniors aged and over will account for of the net population growth, highlighting the aging trend, while the number of children aged to is projected to decrease by .

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Fulham Gardens currently has an estimated 287 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 167 children aged 0-2 and 111 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 2% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 1% by 2041 (to approximately 290 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 586. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 6.7 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.