Grange (SA)

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According to investigations of ABS demographic statistics for the surrounding region alongside address records verified by Districts subsequent to the Census, the suburb of Grange (SA) has an estimated population of 6,279 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 136 people (2.2%) from the 2021 Census, which registered 6,143 residents. This adjustment is calculated using a resident count of 6,205, which was determined by Districts following analysis of the June 2025 ABS ERP publication, combined with 101 validated new addresses identified after the Census. This population level corresponds to a density of 1,763 persons per square kilometer, a figure that exceeds the typical density of nationwide regions evaluated by Districts. The local population expansion was largely fueled by net overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 95.0% of the overall population growth during the recent timeframe.

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The local workforce is characterized by high educational attainment and a strong concentration in essential service fields, accompanied by an unemployment rate of just 3.0% and an estimated job growth rate of 6.1% over the past year, as aggregated by Districts from regional statistics. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 3,197, while the local unemployment rate was 0.8% below the 3.8% registered across Greater Adelaide, although the workforce participation rate of 62.6% trailed the regional benchmark of 66.6%. According to Census records, a modest 14.7% of the working population operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.

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According to Districts compilations of postcode-level ATO tax filings from the 2023 financial year, Grange residents recorded a median taxpayer income of $60,242 and an average income of $76,686. These figures stand significantly above national benchmarks, and compare to Greater Adelaide medians and averages of $54,808 and $66,852. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median income of roughly $66,369 and an average of $84,485 as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Grange were positioned near the national median. Income distribution data shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket contains 27.0% of local earners, totaling 1,695 people, which is comparable to the recorded across the broader region. Once housing costs are accounted for, households retain of their earnings, indicating substantial disposable income, while the suburb ranks in the th decile on the SEIFA income index.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing inventory in Grange was composed of 64.0% standalone houses and 36.0% alternative housing styles, including semi-detached properties and apartments, compared to Adelaide metro where standalone houses made up 75.2% and other configurations comprised 24.9%. The rate of outright home ownership in Grange stood well above the Adelaide metro average at 44.0%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with mortgages (31.1%) or renters (24.9%). The median monthly payment for home loans in the area was significantly higher than the metropolitan average of $1,562 at $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $334 compared to the regional figure of $320. On a national scale, mortgage commitments in Grange exceed the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rental costs are notably lower than the national median of $375.

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Family households represent the vast majority of local living arrangements at 68.7%, consisting of couples with children at 27.3%, couples without children at 31.9%, and single parent households at 8.4%. Non-family households account for the remaining 31.3%, which is dominated by single-person households at 29.6% and group share houses at 1.7%. The local median household occupancy size of 2.3 individuals is slightly lower than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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The local academic profile is highly distinctive within the region, with university graduation rates representing 32.4% of residents aged 15+, which is higher than both the South Australian average of 25.7% and the SA3 average of 28.8%, showing a strong community orientation toward tertiary qualifications. Bachelor degrees represent the most common credential at 21.7%, while postgraduate degrees and graduate diplomas account for 7.2% and 3.5% of the population respectively. Technical and vocational qualifications are also well represented, with 31.2% of residents aged 15+ holding practical trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.9% and certificates at 19.3%.

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Public transport networks include 35 active passenger stops within the suburb of Grange (SA), consisting of both rail and bus facilities. These transport hubs are connected to 26 separate routes, which combine to support 1,449 passenger journeys every week. Accessibility is classified as excellent, with typical residences situated 188 meters from the nearest boarding point. As a residential suburb, the majority of working residents travel out of the area for employment, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 86%, while 6% commute via train. The average number of motor vehicles per household is 1.3. Additionally, 14.7% of workers performed their duties from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic conditions.

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Grange displays favorable health profiles based on Districts metrics covering mortality and chronic disease rates, with general disease rates remaining low overall, though they rise above the national average among older, vulnerable groups, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is exceptionally high at approximately 57% of the population, representing about 3,596 individuals. This is higher than the 52.7% coverage rate observed throughout Greater Adelaide.

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The local area displays a higher degree of multicultural representation than typical, with 22.2% of the population born outside of Australia and 13.1% communicating in a language other than English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, which is practiced by 54.3% of local residents, compared to 42.4% recorded across Greater Adelaide.

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The suburb of Grange (SA) has a median age of 49 years, which is substantially higher than the Greater Adelaide median of 39 and the national benchmark of 38. Compared to metropolitan Adelaide, there is a pronounced concentration of residents in the 65 - 74 age bracket, who make up 14.8% of the local population, while young adults aged 25 - 34 are underrepresented at 9.0%. This local concentration of 65 - 74 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 9.4%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased its share from 11.7% to 13.3%, and the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 8.8% to 9.9%, while the to cohort has decreased from to . Demographic projections indicate that the suburb of Grange (SA) will undergo major age shifts by with the to cohort expected to grow by residents (), rising from to . Overall, cohorts aged and above are expected to make up of the total population expansion, emphasizing the aging profile of the community, while the to and to age brackets are projected to decline in numbers.

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Grange currently has an estimated 320 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 212 children aged 0-2 and 141 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 21% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 2% by 2041 (to approximately 313 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 494. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.4 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally.