Glandore (SA)

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The suburb of Glandore has an estimated population of around 3,027 as of May 2026, according to ABS population updates and new addresses validated by Districts. This figure shows a decrease of 14 people (0.5%) compared to the 2021 Census count of 3,041 people. The adjustment comes from a resident population of 3,023, as determined by Districts after reviewing the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and 15 newly validated addresses recorded since the Census date. This population size corresponds to a density ratio of 2,829 persons per square kilometer, which ranks the suburb in the upper quartile among national locations evaluated by Districts. Recent population growth in the area was mainly fueled by overseas migration, accounting for approximately 89.0% of all population gains during that timeframe.

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A highly qualified labor force characterizes Glandore, alongside strong representation in crucial service sectors, a jobless rate of only 2.5%, and an annual employment expansion rate of 4.3% calculated from localized statistics. In March 2026, working residents numbered 1,836, helping Glandore register a jobless rate 1.3% lower than the Greater Adelaide benchmark of 3.8%. Additionally, labor participation is exceptionally strong at 72.7%, outperforming Greater Adelaide's 66.6%. According to historical census records, a modest 12.5% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by emergency health lockdowns.

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Glandore residents recorded a median taxpayer income of $53,227 and an average of $62,361, based on the ATO financial year 2023 dataset. These figures fall below the national benchmarks, and also lag behind the Greater Adelaide median of $54,808 and average of $66,852. Factoring in a 10.17% increase in the Wage Price Index since the financial year 2023 baseline, updated calculations suggest local income levels would sit around $58,640 for the median and $68,703 for the average in March 2026. The 2021 Census confirms that Glandore's family, household, and individual earnings sit in a moderate bracket, ranging between the 47th and 49th percentiles nationally. The largest income tier consists of residents earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, representing 29.7% of local earners ( residents), which is very close to the wider region's figure of . After housing outlays, households retain of their earnings for discretionary use, positioning the area in the th decile of the SEIFA index.

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The housing stock in Glandore at the time of the latest Census consisted of 63.6% detached houses and 36.4% alternative dwellings, such as units, townhouses, and apartments, compared to the wider Adelaide metropolitan distribution of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Homeownership rates in Glandore matched the Adelaide metropolitan average of 31.8%, with the remaining properties divided between those with a mortgage at 32.5% and rental properties at 35.8%. Typical monthly home loan payments in Glandore were registered at $1,907, which is notably higher than the Adelaide metropolitan average of $1,562, while typical weekly rent payments were $290, compared to $320 across the metropolitan area. On a national level, Glandore's monthly mortgage outlays exceed the Australian average of $1,863, whereas weekly rental costs remain well below the national baseline of $375.

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Families make up the majority of Glandore households at 62.6%, consisting of couples with children at 28.5%, couples without children at 23.3%, and single-parent households at 9.1%. The remaining 37.4% of dwellings are occupied by non-family households, which includes single persons at 31.1% and group shared households at 6.4%. Glandore's average household size of 2.4 residents is slightly below the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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Educational profiles in Glandore are highly advanced compared to regional trends, with 40.0% of citizens aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% across SA and 28.9% throughout Greater Adelaide. This concentration of advanced qualifications positions the local community well for careers in knowledge-intensive sectors. Undergraduate degrees are the most common at 27.0%, followed by postgraduate study at 8.9% and graduate diplomas at 4.1%. Vocational and technical qualifications are also common, with 25.8% of residents aged 15+ holding credentials, split between advanced diplomas at 10.0% and certificates at 15.8%.

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Public transport services in Glandore consist of 15 active stops, providing a combination of light rail and bus options. These stops support 26 distinct transit routes, which deliver a combined total of 3,094 passenger services each week. The suburb has excellent transport access, with homes located an average of 182 meters from the nearest stop. Because Glandore is predominantly residential, most workers travel to other areas for employment, with private cars remaining the primary commute method for 74% of residents, followed by buses at 8% and bicycles at 3%. Households own an average of 1.2 cars, which is lower than the regional average. A relatively small share of the population, 12.5%, worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

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Analysis of medical records and mortality data indicates that Glandore residents experience favorable health outcomes, with low rates of common illnesses across both youth and senior demographics, while private health insurance coverage is held by approximately 52% of the population, representing about 1,563 individuals.

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Glandore exhibits a higher degree of multicultural representation than most comparable areas, with 28.4% of its residents born in another country and 25.1% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion in the area, practiced by 43.1% of residents. The most distinct religious concentration is Hinduism, which represents 5.3% of the community, compared to 2.8% across the Greater Adelaide region.

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Glandore's median age of 39 years is equal to the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and sits close to the national median of 38. Compared to regional averages, there is a high concentration of residents in the 25 - 34 age bracket, which accounts for 16.9% of the population, while seniors aged 75 - 84 are less common at 4.2%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 35 to 44 has risen from 13.0% to 14.1%, while the 55 to 64 bracket has decreased from 14.0% to 13.0%. Long-term demographic projections indicate that Glandore's age structure will shift by 2041. The 45 to 54 demographic is expected to see the fastest growth at , adding residents to reach a total of whereas the to age group is projected to grow by just , adding children.

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Glandore currently has an estimated 124 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 89 children aged 0-2 and 59 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 0% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 8% by 2041 (to approximately 134 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 233. Birth rates in the area have averaged 11.5 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.