Hazelwood Park (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 Hazelwood Park's population is estimated at around 1,926 as of May 2026. This reflects a decrease of 27 people (1.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,953 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 1,924, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 4 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,048 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by Districts. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which was essentially the sole driver of population gains during recent periods.

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The local workforce is characterized by high levels of educational attainment, with professional fields strongly represented, an unemployment rate of only 0.9%, and an estimated job growth rate of 3.3% over the prior year, according to Districts compilations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,046 residents are employed, with the local unemployment rate sitting 3.0% below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%, while participation in the labor force aligns closely with the regional benchmark of 66.6%. Census figures indicate that a moderate 18.9% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this may reflect temporary COVID-19 restriction impacts.

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According to the latest postcode-level ATO data released for the financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Hazelwood Park record a median income of $69,245 and an average of $113,412. This places the locality in the highest percentiles across the country, compared to a median of $54,808 and an average of $66,852 for Greater Adelaide. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since the financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to roughly $76,287 for the median and $124,946 for the average as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census records, household, family, and individual incomes are all positioned highly, ranking between the 83rd and 88th percentiles nationally. Income brackets show a concentration of high earners, with 28.1% of residents (541 people) in the + weekly bracket, contrasting with the broader metropolitan area where the - range is most common at . The large proportion of high-income earners ( earning above /week) demonstrates substantial financial capacity in the community. Residents retain of their income once housing costs are paid, indicating strong purchasing power, with the SEIFA index ranking the area in the th decile.

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The distribution of housing types in the suburb of Hazelwood Park at the time of the latest Census stood at 76.3% detached houses and 23.8% other options such as semi-detached homes, apartments, or alternative dwellings, compared to the Adelaide metropolitan breakdown of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. The rate of outright home ownership reached 45.1%, substantially exceeding the metropolitan average, with the remaining residences being purchasing with a mortgage (37.5%) or rented (17.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,329 was well above the metropolitan benchmark of $1,562, while the median weekly rent was $345 compared to $320 across Adelaide. Nationally, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Hazelwood Park are notably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rental costs sit below the national average of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 73.4%, consisting of couples with children at 38.2%, couples without children at 26.4%, and single-parent homes at 7.8%. The remaining 26.6% are non-family households, with single-person households representing 24.6% and group living situations accounting for 2.5% of the total. The median size of households is 2.6 people, slightly higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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The level of formal education in the suburb of Hazelwood Park is considerably higher than state and regional averages, with 55.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree compared to 25.7% across SA and 28.9% in Greater Adelaide. This educational profile positions the workforce well for knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 35.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 15.5% and graduate diplomas at 4.3%. Vocational qualifications are held by 19.4% of residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.9% and certificates at 9.5%.

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Public transport services in the suburb of Hazelwood Park include 13 active transit stops serviced by a selection of buses. These locations are connected to 8 distinct routes, which support 512 passenger trips each week. Transport accessibility is highly rated, with residents situated an average of 175 meters from their nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers commute to other suburbs; private vehicles are the primary mode of transport at 89%, followed by buses at 7% and cycling at 3%. Average vehicle ownership is 1.4 cars per dwelling. Additionally, 18.9% of working residents worked from home according to 2021 Census data, which may reflect the pandemic conditions of the time.

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Health assessments indicate excellent physical outcomes for the residents of the suburb of Hazelwood Park, based on Districts evaluations of mortality and chronic illness rates, which show very low rates of common health conditions across all age brackets. Furthermore, the proportion of residents with private health insurance is exceptionally high at approximately 72% of the population (1,380 people), compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Hazelwood Park exhibits higher levels of cultural diversity than most compared locations, with 30.6% of residents born outside Australia and 25.6% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, accounting for 46.0% of the population. The most pronounced religious overrepresentation occurs in Buddhism, which is practiced by 2.6% of residents compared to 2.4% across Greater Adelaide.

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The median age of 43 years in the suburb of Hazelwood Park is notably higher than the Greater Adelaide median of 39 and the Australian average of 38 years. Relative to Greater Adelaide, the suburb has a larger share of children aged 5 - 14 (14.2%) but fewer young adults aged 25 - 34 (8.9%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 6.8% to 9.3%, and the 15 to 24 cohort has grown from 10.9% to 12.0%. Meanwhile, the 65 to 74 demographic decreased from 11.6% to 10.3%. Looking forward to demographic projections indicate notable shifts in the age profile. The to age cohort is projected to expand by ( people), rising from to . The combined cohorts aged and over will account for of the total population growth, pointing to an aging demographic profile, whereas the to group is expected to decrease by residents.

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Hazelwood Park currently has an estimated 88 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 41 children aged 0-2 and 27 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 7% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 2% by 2041 (to approximately 90 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 177. Birth rates in the area have averaged 5.2 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.