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Greater Adelaide / Port Adelaide - East
$592
Median rent / wk
Period ending Mar 2026
+1.0%
Rent growth / yr
Period ending Mar 2026
5,186
People
17 Jul 2026
+41.7%
Growth since 2021
Census
12
For sale now
indexed listings
Data sourcesABSDFFH Rental ReportACARARefreshed July 2026
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Suburb (SAL) analysis
This analysis uses Suburb (SAL) boundaries, which can differ from Statistical Areas (SA2) even when they share the same name. SAL 40592.
5,186
People
est. as @ 17 Jul 2026
2021 Census | 3,659 people
1.15 km²
Land area
4,509.6 /km²
Density
2.8%
Unemployment
53 /yr
Resi approvals
The suburb of Hillcrest (SA) is a family-oriented community situated 8.6 kilometers north-northeast of the Adelaide CBD. It is characterized by its tree-lined streets, picturesque landscapes, and convenient access to local shopping centres, cafes, and restaurants. The area features attractive recreational spots along the River Torrens, including Linear Park and the TK Shutter Reserve, alongside educational options ranging from local childcare and kindergartens to primary and secondary schools. The local population is highly educated and culturally diverse, with a notable proportion of working-age residents and strong local school performance. Transit infrastructure supports the suburb with 9 active transport stops, providing routes that connect residents to broader destinations. Demographic analysis indicates that the suburb of Hillcrest (SA) has experienced outstanding population growth. As of May 2026, the population is estimated at approximately 5,186 residents, representing a 41.7% increase of 1,527 people since the 2021 Census when the population was recorded at 3,659. This latest population estimate is derived from yearly SA2-level ERP releases and quarterly national address file updates. Driven by growth rates and population density that are well-above average, the area has become a highly active development zone with elevated property development rates. While overall population expansion patterns are moderate, the combination of high education levels and rapid growth makes the suburb a key highlight in the region.
Estimated residents are up from 3,659 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,527 people, or 41.7%.
Districts View
Population growth
Hillcrest ranks in the 65th percentile nationally for population growth, with the population up +41.7% since the 2021 Census.
Forecast demand
Official forecasts point to an additional 438 residents by 2041 — growth of 8.4% on the current estimated population.
Infrastructure pipeline
7 major projects are tracked in and around Hillcrest, and infrastructure activity ranks in the 51st percentile nationally.
Employment outlook
Industry-weighted employment growth of 6.6% is forecast over the next five years based on the local industry mix.
High development activity
Residential development activity ranks in the 96th percentile nationally, with 266 dwelling approvals over five years.
Strong incoming supply can absorb demand and dampen rent and price growth until new stock is taken up.
Districts' reading of national rankings, Census change and the tracked project pipeline for Hillcrest. Each line cites its evidence; this is interpretation, not advice. The Investment Report PDF is the long form of this thesis.
Sales activity
Data to 17 Jul 2026No market glance has been ingested for this suburb yet. Recorded sales below come from Districts property records where indexed.
Residential supply
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
The level of residential development activity in Hillcrest was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country
Detail
Districts assessments of ABS building approvals indicate that Hillcrest averages about 53 approved homes annually, with 266 residential approvals granted over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 148 registered during FY-26. Given that 5.6 people moved to the area for every new dwelling built during the 5 financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, construction is failing to keep pace with demand, which typically intensifies buyer competition and drives up prices. The average cost of new residential builds is $379,000, showing that developers are prioritizing high-end, premium houses. Meanwhile, commercial development has seen minor interest, with $5.7 million in approved commercial projects this financial year.
Construction activity in Hillcrest is elevated, running 43.0% higher per capita than the average for Greater Adelaide over the 5 year period, offering solid options for buyers while reinforcing established property values. This level of activity is significantly higher than the national average, showcasing strong developer confidence. New residential projects consist of 90.0% standalone houses and 10.0% multi-unit dwellings, preserving the suburb's traditional residential feel and catering to families desiring extra space. There are about 57 people per residential approval, indicating a growing local market.
Future projections suggest that Hillcrest will add 438 new residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimate by Districts. If current building volumes persist, the supply of homes should be sufficient to meet demand, creating positive conditions for buyers and potentially allowing growth to outpace current expectations.
Districts' assessment of the Port Adelaide Enfield LGA register has identified 25 substantial development applications lodged in Hillcrest over the past 5 years (8 in the last 12 months). Minor and ancillary works — single dwellings, outbuildings, signage and smaller residential developments — are excluded. Of these, 15 were approved (60%, or 100% of those decided) while 9 are under assessment. Districts estimates that 4 of these developments have likely been constructed. The most common application types are multi-resi, mixed use and commercial.
25 applications in the profile extract.
Recent Development Approvals by Type
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Hillcrest (SA) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest FY Approvals | 149 | 11,753 | 185,138 |
| Current FY-to-Date Approvals | 148 | 11,277 | 184,871 |
| –Detached House Approvals | 57/89.8% | 6,033/72.7% | 89,436/61.9% |
| –Attached/Other Approvals | 6/10.2% | 2,262/27.3% | 55,043/38.1% |
| Average Annual Approvals | 53 | 10,592 | 188,882 |
| Total 5-Year Approvals | 266 | 52,960 | 944,410 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (2yr) | 18.4 | 7.2 | 6.5 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (5yr) | 12.1 | 7.4 | 7.2 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (2yr) | 4.3 | 2.1 | 2.8 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (5yr) | 5.6 | 1.9 | 2.1 |
| Persons per Approval | 57 | 144 | 158 |
| Residential Value per Unit | 379 | 288 | 342 |
| Commercial Development Value | 5,743 | 5,145,583 | 105,080,908 |
| Development Drivers Ranking | 96 | 88 | 100 |
Project pipeline
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Hillcrest has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 23rdth percentile nationally
Detail
Local infrastructure projects, major works, and planning updates are key drivers of regional change. In total, no projects have been identified by Districts as having an influence on this area. Key regional projects include the final stages of the Lochiel Park Green Village, upgrades to the Klemzig Interchange, Gawler Line Electrification and Level Crossing Removals, and the Valley View Secondary School upgrade, with details provided below for the most relevant items.
Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
ConstructionA 52-hectare master-planned community that will deliver up to 1,500 new homes in Adelaide's north-east. The development will feature a variety of housing options, a new community facility with a pool and gym, extensive parks, and a village centre.
Source 1 for Oakden Rise (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Oakden Rise (opens in new tab)
Sports & Recreation
ConstructionA strategic master plan endorsed by the City of Campbelltown in 2014 to guide staged upgrades to around 10 km of creek line trails along Third, Fourth and Fifth Creeks, creating a safer and more accessible trail network from the foothills to the River Torrens Linear Park. The plan addresses existing conditions, access and safety issues, proposing new alignments, materials, furniture, biodiversity improvements, and upgraded signage. Implementation continues through multiple staged projects; the Fourth Creek Morialta Parri Trail upgrade at Denis Morrissey Park, Hectorville, was officially launched in February 2024, co-funded by the SA Government Planning and Development Fund Open Space Grant Program ($225,000).
Source 1 for Chain of Trails Master Plan (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Chain of Trails Master Plan (opens in new tab)
Sports & Recreation
ConstructionRedevelopment of Campbelltown RSL facilities including modern club amenities, function spaces, dining facilities, and community meeting rooms. The project enhances services for veterans and the local community with contemporary facilities and improved accessibility.
Source 1 for Campbelltown RSL Development (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Campbelltown RSL Development (opens in new tab)
Residential Development
ProposedFive-building accessible residential project with 60 units designed for people with disabilities. Supported through NDIS.
Residential Development
CompletedCompleted 15 hectare sustainable residential village developed by Renewal SA on the former Lochiel Park education site, about 8 km from the Adelaide CBD. The project created an award-winning green village with over 100 dwellings, parkland, wetlands, recycled stormwater systems, solar technologies and high-efficiency homes, including South Australia's first zero-carbon home.
Source 1 for Lochiel Park (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Lochiel Park (opens in new tab)
7 projects tracked around Hillcrest (SA), in the source's significance order. Stages and reference links are as published by the source.
On the market now
Data to 17 Jul 2026Price not recorded
House · 3 bed · 344m² land
Listed 24 Aug 2026
$845,000–$895,000
House · 3 bed · 98m² land
Listed 22 July 2026
Price not recorded
House · 4 bed
Listed 19 Mar 2026
$490,000–$520,000
Unit · 2 bed
Listed 21 Jan 2026
$840,000–$860,000
House For Sale · 3 bed
Listed 4 June 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 4 bed · 431m² land
Listed 24 June 2026
$800,000–$875,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 320m² land
Listed 7 July 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 3 bed · 296m² land
Listed 30 July 2026
$920,000–$960,000
House For Sale · 3 bed · 460m² land
Listed 5 Aug 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 3 bed · 560m² land
Listed 6 Aug 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 3 bed · 459m² land
Listed 13 Aug 2026
$575,000–$631,000
Land For Sale · 0 bed
Listed 17 Aug 2026
From indexed listing events. Districts records what the listing publishes — asks and attributes are the agent's, not a valuation.
Properties
Data to 17 Jul 2026Source: Districts property records · 20 in 2026 · 200 recorded sales in total
Other indexed properties in Hillcrest with no sale record in Districts yet.
Nearby
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Suburb | Distance | People | Median | Growth | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest | — | 5,186 | — | — | — |
| Oakden | 0.7 km | 4,132 | — | — | — |
| Windsor Gardens | 0.9 km | 6,479 | — | — | — |
| Northgate (SA) | 1.6 km | 3,678 | — | — | — |
| Lightsview | 1.6 km | 7,370 | — | — | — |
| Greenacres | 1.7 km | 3,751 | — | — | — |
| Gilles Plains | 1.9 km | 4,305 | — | — | — |
| Klemzig | 2.0 km | 7,474 | — | — | — |
| Hampstead Gardens | 2.1 km | 1,843 | — | — | — |
| Northfield | 2.4 km | 5,769 | — | — | — |
| Walkley Heights | 2.5 km | 3,581 | — | — | — |
| Holden Hill | 2.6 km | 4,225 | — | — | — |
| Campbelltown (SA) | 2.6 km | 10,419 | — | — | — |
| Valley View | 2.8 km | 6,930 | — | — | — |
| Manningham | 2.8 km | 1,547 | — | — | — |
| Dernancourt | 2.9 km | 4,636 | — | — | — |
| Clearview | 2.9 km | 4,735 | — | — | — |
| Paradise (SA) | 3.0 km | 8,275 | — | — | — |
| Felixstow | 3.1 km | 2,664 | — | — | — |
| Broadview | 3.2 km | 4,972 | — | — | — |
| Vale Park | 3.3 km | 2,555 | — | — | — |
| Enfield (SA) | 3.6 km | 7,339 | — | — | — |
| Marden | 3.7 km | 2,900 | — | — | — |
| Ingle Farm | 3.8 km | 9,925 | — | — | — |
| Glynde | 3.9 km | 2,190 | — | — | — |
| Hectorville | 4.0 km | 4,723 | — | — | — |
| Para Vista | 4.0 km | 3,121 | — | — | — |
Market columns show — where a nearby suburb has not been ingested yet.
Population density and growth drivers well above average
Development activity and population drivers well above average
A dense and highly active development area
Well-educated local population
Strong school performance
Outstanding population growth since Census
Employment growth over the past year near the strongest in the nation
Population Growth
6.5
Density
9.3
Development Activity
9.6
Employment Drivers
7.8
Infrastructure Drivers
5.1
Education
8.4
Amenities
8.1
Transport & Access
Demographics
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Population growth drivers in Hillcrest are above average based on Districts' ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends
Detail
According to census updates from the ABS for the region and new home addresses verified by Districts, the suburb of Hillcrest (SA) has an estimated population of 5,186 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 1,527 residents (41.7%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 3,659 individuals. This estimation is based on a resident population of 5,183 calculated by Districts using the June 2025 ABS ERP figures alongside 70 validated new addresses added since the census. The population density is 4,509 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top 10% of national locations evaluated by Districts, which highlights the high demand for local land. The 41.7% growth rate since the 2021 census outpaced the state growth of 7.5% and the Greater Adelaide region, positioning the suburb as a regional growth leader. This population rise was mainly supported by overseas arrivals, who accounted for about 74.0% of the overall population gains lately.
Employment
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Districts analysis reveals Hillcrest significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide
Detail
The local workforce is highly educated with significant employment in essential services, showing an unemployment rate of only 2.8% and an annual job growth rate estimated at 7.3% based on Districts statistical aggregations. As of March 2026, there are 2,896 employed residents, with the local unemployment rate sitting 1.0% lower than the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%. The workforce participation rate is relatively typical at 70.9%, compared to 66.6% across Greater Adelaide. Census records show that a minor 9.7% of the workforce worked from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
The primary employment fields for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The suburb exhibits a concentration of jobs in transport, postal & warehousing, with its share of employment reaching times the regional average. In contrast, construction jobs are underrepresented, accounting for compared to the regional average of . Comparing the count of the Census working population against the resident population suggests that this predominantly residential suburb offers few local employment opportunities.
Income
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Income levels sit below national averages according to Districts assessment
Detail
Taxpayer income records from the ATO for the financial year 2023, compiled by Districts at the postcode level, show a median income of $50,364 and an average of $56,749 in Hillcrest. These figures are below the national average and lower than Greater Adelaide's median of $54,808 and average of $66,852. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since the financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $55,486 for the median and $62,520 for the average. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and personal incomes in Hillcrest within the 40th to 41st percentiles. The largest income bracket contains 36.6% of residents (1,898 people) who earn between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, which is similar to the wider region where this group makes up of the population. Financial stress from housing costs is high, with residents retaining only of their income, which sits in the st percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile for income.
Housing stock
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Hillcrest is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region
Detail
The housing stock in Hillcrest at the time of the latest Census was composed of 80.8% standalone houses and 19.2% other housing types, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings across metro Adelaide. Home ownership rates in Hillcrest stood at 23.4%, which is lower than the metropolitan average, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (41.6%) or renting (35.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the metro Adelaide average at $1,602, while the median weekly rent was $319, compared to metropolitan averages of $1,562 and $320. Nationally, mortgage costs in Hillcrest are notably lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are also well below the national median of $375.
Households
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Hillcrest has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size
Detail
Families make up the majority of households at 70.3%, consisting of couples with children at 34.5%, couples without children at 22.7%, and single parents at 12.0%. Non-family households account for 29.7% of the total, with single person households making up 26.9% and group households representing 2.8%. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is slightly larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Household Types (Census)
ABS / Districts
Education
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Hillcrest shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators
Detail
Residents in Hillcrest hold qualifications at rates well above regional averages, with 38.6% of people aged 15+ possessing a university degree, compared to 19.8% in the SA4 area and 25.7% across SA. This education levels position the population well for knowledge-based jobs. Among university qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 25.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 10.7% and graduate diplomas at 2.8%. Vocational education is also common, with 25.9% of residents aged 15+ holding technical qualifications, split between advanced diplomas at 10.6% and certificates at 15.3%.
Amenities
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by Districts, based on counts and proximity analysis
Supermarket
854m · score 52
Child Care
464m · score 44
GP
538m · score 79
Government Services
5.3km · score 62
Post Office
0km · score 0
Getting around
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Detail
Public transit data shows 9 active transport stops in Hillcrest, consisting of bus services. These stops are connected to 5 routes, which support 651 weekly passenger journeys. Transit access is good, with residents living an average of 232 meters from the nearest stop. Because the area is largely residential, most commuters travel out of the suburb, with private cars being the primary mode of travel at 84% and buses at 12%. Average car ownership is 1.2 vehicles per household, which is lower than the metropolitan average. A relatively small share of residents, 9.7%, work from home, based on 2021 Census records that may reflect pandemic conditions.
Transit service frequency averages 93 daily trips across all routes, which translates to about weekly trips for each transport stop.
Healthcare
Data to 17 Jul 2026Data to 2024Districts view
Health performance in Hillcrest is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts
Detail
Health indicators in Hillcrest reveal notable difficulties based on Districts assessments of mortality and chronic illnesses, with medical issues present across all ages but significantly more common among senior residents. Private health insurance coverage is low at about 49% of the population (approximately 2,564 people), compared to 52.7% in Greater Adelaide and the national average of 55.7%.
Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent issues, affecting 7.0% and 6.7% of the population respectively, though 75.1% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes for residents under the age of are better than average. Residents aged and older make up of the population ( people), which is below the Greater Adelaide share of . Seniors face some health challenges, though these rank lower nationally than the rest of the local demographic.
Ancestry & language
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Hillcrest is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on Districts assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics
Detail
Hillcrest displays high levels of multiculturalism, with 42.9% of residents born outside Australia and 46.1% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, followed by 34.0% of the population. Hinduism shows a notable local concentration at 14.7%, which is much higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.8%.
Looking at parent origins, the largest ancestral backgrounds are English at 20.3% (below the regional average of 27.8%), Australian at 17.0% (below the regional average of 22.8%), and Other at 16.0% (above the regional average of ). Other specific backgrounds include Indian residents at of the population (compared to regionally), Polish at (compared to ), and Spanish at (compared to ).
Age structure
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Hillcrest's population is younger than the national pattern
Detail
With a median age of 35, Hillcrest has a younger population than Greater Adelaide, where the median is 39, and sits slightly below the national median of 38. The 35 - 44 demographic is well represented at 18.0% compared to the wider Adelaide area, while the 65 - 74 bracket is smaller at 7.3%. Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 35 to 44 increased from 17.0% to 18.0%, while the group aged 0 to 4 declined from 8.1% to 6.7%. Projections for 2041 indicate demographic changes, led by a 28% growth in the 45 to 54 cohort, which is expected to rise from to people. Conversely, the cohorts aged to and to are projected to shrink.
Child care
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Hillcrest (SA) was found to possess higher than average child care supply broadly for children under 5, with strong provision across both long day care and out of school hours care.
Detail
Hillcrest currently has an estimated 347 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 189 children aged 0-2 and 127 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 17% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 4% by 2041 (to approximately 360 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 489. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.1 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.
5.5
Income
3.2
Age
2.4
Household Composition
6.3
Housing
3.1
Cultural Diversity
8.6
Health
3.8
Housing Cost
3.4
Rate Sensitivity
0.0
Districts utilizes the 2024 population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, which use 2022 as a base year. In cases where SA2 areas lack this data, or for projections beyond 2032, calculations rely on the 2023 age-specific regional and LGA forecasts from the SA State Government (using 2021 data) adjusted via weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 levels. Based on these projections, the suburb of Hillcrest (SA) is expected to experience population growth slightly below the national median, increasing by 441 residents by 2041, which represents an overall gain of 8.4% across the 16 years.
Annual Population Growth Rates (CAGR) by Period
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Hillcrest (SA) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest Population Est. | 5,186 | 1,501,231 | 27,798,796 |
| Growth Since Census | 41.7% | 8.2% | 9.3% |
| Population 2021 Census | 3,659 | 1,387,290 | 25,422,788 |
| Natural Increase | 26.0% | 13.0% | 20.0% |
| Overseas Migration | 74.0% | 87.0% | 80.0% |
| Interstate Migration | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population Forecast Growth (2041) | 8.4% | 11.7% | 19.8% |
| Persons per Square Kilometer | 4,509 | 460 | 3 |
According to Districts evaluations of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from regional data, the 12 months leading up to March 2026 saw employment rise by 7.3% and the labour force expand by 7.7%, resulting in a 0.4 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same period, Greater Adelaide recorded a 4.2% rise in employment and a 4.0% increase in the labour force, alongside a 0.2 percentage point decrease in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide context for future local demand. Over five and ten-year intervals, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% and 13.7% respectively, with substantial variations across different industries. Mapping these trends to the local industry composition suggests Hillcrest employment could rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, based on a basic weighted extrapolation that does not account for localized population changes.
Employment Change (Persons)
DEWR / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Hillcrest (SA) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employment | 2,896 | 796,068 | 14,651,372 |
| –Health Care & Social Assistance | 19.0% | 17.7% | 15.2% |
| –Retail Trade | 9.8% | 10.0% | 9.5% |
| –Education & Training | 8.3% | 9.3% | 9.2% |
| Labour Force | 2,980 | 827,758 | 15,298,546 |
| Participation Rate | 70.9% | 66.6% | 67.2% |
| Working from Home | 9.7% | 11.0% | 23.9% |
| Unemployment | 2.8% | 3.8% | 4.2% |
| 1Yr Emp. Growth | 7.3% | 4.2% | 1.5% |
| 5Yr Emp. Growth Forecast | 6.6% | 6.6% | 6.5% |
| Employment Drivers Ranking | 78 | 97 | 100 |
Latest Annual Income Estimate
ATO / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Hillcrest (SA) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Annual Income Est. | 55,486 | 60,382 | 62,948 |
| Average Annual Income Est. | 62,520 | 73,651 | 80,903 |
| ATO Median Taxable Income | 50,364 | 54,808 | 57,137 |
| ATO Average Taxable Income | 56,749 | 66,852 | 73,435 |
| Median Household Income | 1,599 | 1,548 | 1,746 |
| –$0 to 399 | 122 (6.3%) | 37,088 (6.4%) | 638,312 (6.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 384 (19.8%) | 108,366 (18.7%) | 1,671,771 (16.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 403 (20.8%) | 137,920 (23.8%) | 2,158,104 (21.3%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 709 (36.5%) | 184,280 (31.8%) | 3,201,695 (31.6%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 206 (10.6%) | 56,790 (9.8%) | 1,114,514 (11.0%) |
| –$4,000+ | 116 (6.0%) | 55,631 (9.6%) | 1,357,681 (13.4%) |
| Median Family Income | 1,952 | 1,988 | 2,120 |
| –$0 to 399 | 48 (3.5%) | 11,131 (2.8%) | 236,192 (3.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 133 (9.8%) | 44,126 (11.1%) | 758,676 (10.6%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 307 (22.5%) | 92,625 (23.3%) | 1,474,408 (20.6%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 604 (44.3%) | 150,665 (37.9%) | 2,562,321 (35.8%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 179 (13.1%) | 51,282 (12.9%) | 973,396 (13.6%) |
| –$4,000+ | 93 (6.8%) | 48,102 (12.1%) | 1,145,171 (16.0%) |
| Median Personal Income | 759 | 762 | 805 |
| –$0 to 399 | 1,409 (27.2%) | 400,128 (26.7%) | 7,303,780 (26.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 1,306 (25.2%) | 379,068 (25.3%) | 6,526,191 (23.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 1,528 (29.5%) | 407,649 (27.2%) | 7,137,153 (25.7%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 834 (16.1%) | 260,233 (17.3%) | 5,359,808 (19.3%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,499 | 73 (1.4%) | 19,555 (1.3%) | 527,649 (1.9%) |
| –$3,500+ | 36 (0.7%) | 34,598 (2.3%) | 944,215 (3.4%) |
| –Low Income (<$800/wk) | 26.1% | 25.1% | 22.8% |
| –High Income (>$3,000/wk) | 16.6% | 19.4% | 24.4% |
| Largest Income Group | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 |
| Household Disposable Income | 5,778 | 5,698 | 6,376 |
| SEIFA Score | 4.9 | 5 | 5.6 |
Hillcrest at a glance
Source: ABS 2021 Census
Rents today
$592/wk
DFFH median rent
Period ending Mar 2026
+1.0%
DFFH rent movement, 1 yr
Rents are rising
The DFFH median weekly rent rose 1.0% year on year to $592/wk (Period ending Mar 2026).
The 2021 Census recorded a median rent of $319/wk — an older point-in-time figure, kept separate from current medians.
RTBA rental bond lodgements are not in this extract. Rents above are report medians, not bond data.
Housing Tenure (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Hillcrest (SA) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dwellings (Census) | 1,371 | 536,045 | 9,275,218 |
| –Owned Outright | 23.4% | 32.1% | 32.1% |
| –Owned with Mortgage | 41.6% | 38.5% | 36.2% |
| –Rented | 35.0% | 29.4% | 31.7% |
| –Detached Houses | 80.8% | 75.2% | 72.5% |
| –Semi-Detached | 16.1% | 16.4% | 12.6% |
| –Apartments | 3.1% | 8.2% | 14.3% |
| –Other Dwellings | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| –Median Monthly Mortgage | 1,602 | 1,562 | 1,863 |
| –Median Weekly Rent | 319 | 320 | 375 |
| –$0-149/wk | 12.4% | 10.4% | 7.3% |
| –$150-349/wk | 41.8% | 49.5% | 33.4% |
| –$350-649/wk | 45.7% | 38.0% | 50.9% |
| –$650-949/wk | 0.0% | 1.7% | 6.6% |
| –>$950/wk | 0.0% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| –Aggregate Housing Cost | 1,150 | 1,009 | 1,189 |
| –Mortgage / Income | 23.1% | 23.3% | 24.6% |
| –Rent / Income | 19.9% | 20.7% | 21.5% |
| –Persons per Bedroom | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Metrici | Hillcrest (SA) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Household Est. | 1,940 | 580,075 | 10,142,077 |
| Median Household Size | 2.6 | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Total Households (Census) | 1,369 | 536,048 | 9,275,217 |
| –Lone Person Households | 26.9% | 27.7% | 25.6% |
| –Group Households | 2.8% | 3.7% | 3.9% |
| –Other Households | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| –Family Households | 70.3% | 68.6% | 70.5% |
| –Couple with Children | 34.5% | 29.6% | 31.4% |
| –Couple No Children | 22.7% | 26.1% | 26.8% |
| –One Parent Family | 12.0% | 11.7% | 11.1% |
| –Avg Children per Family | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Currently Married | 51.1% | 45.7% | 46.5% |
| Never Married | 32.6% | 36.4% | 36.5% |
Participation in study is high, with 30.7% of the population enrolled in education. This group includes 10.3% attending primary school, 6.9% in tertiary studies, and 5.8% enrolled in secondary school.
Qualification Attainment by Type - Residents Aged 15+ (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Hillcrest (SA) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| University Qualifications | 38.6% | 28.9% | 30.4% |
| –Bachelor Degree | 25.1% | 19.2% | 20.0% |
| –Postgraduate Degree | 10.7% | 7.0% | 7.6% |
| –Advanced Diploma | 10.6% | 10.1% | 10.8% |
| –Certificate | 15.3% | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| No Tertiary Qualifications | 35.4% | 39.0% | 36.8% |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 503 | 11,054 |
| Total School Attendance | 416 | 228,555 | 4,176,099 |
| ICSEA Score | 1,093 | 1,032 | 1,001 |
| Education Drivers Ranking | 84 | 64 | 100 |
Schools detail
| # | School name | Type | Places | ICSEA | Distance (km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hillcrest Primary School | Primary | 416 | 1093 | 0.84 |
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Parcel Locker
0km · score 0
Dentist
613m · score 58
Hospital
3.0km · score 89
Shopping Centre
1.1km · score 83
Banks
3.2km · score 30
Pharmacy
515m · score 84
Fitness Centre
1.3km · score 60
Schools
840m · score 28
Transport Servicing
GTFS / Districts
| Metrici | Hillcrest (SA) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Stops | 9 | 7,666 | 171,981 |
| Routes | 5 | 590 | 12,966 |
| Weekly Trips | 651 | 54,614 | 1,140,068 |
| Avg Dist. Between Stops (m) | 39 | 77 | 235 |
| Avg Dist. to Local Pop. (m) | 232 | 256 | 7,586 |
| Population per Stop | 439 | 194 | 161 |
| Population per Trip | 6.1 | 27.3 | 24.3 |
| Population per Route | 790 | 2,526 | 2,136 |
| Public Transport Access Ranking | 55 | 85 | 100 |
| Vehicles per Dwelling | 1.2 | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| Work from Home | 9.7% | 11.0% | 23.9% |
| Single Mode Commute | 88.0% | 86.8% | 73.8% |
| Two Mode | 1.9% | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| Three+ Mode | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| –Car | 83.9% | 85.3% | 84.1% |
| –Train | 0.6% | 2.1% | 4.9% |
| –Bus | 12.4% | 6.7% | 3.6% |
| –Walk | 1.0% | 2.4% | 3.7% |
| –Cycle | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| –Ferry | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| –Tram/Light Rail | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| –Other | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
Private Health Insurance Coverage
ATO / Districts
| Metrici | Hillcrest (SA) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Health Cover Rate | 49.5% | 52.7% | 55.7% |
| Need for Assistance | 6.3% | 6.6% | 5.8% |
| Zero L/T Health Conditions | 75.1% | 67.9% | 69.8% |
| One Long Term Condition | 15.1% | 21.3% | 20.5% |
| Two Long Term Conditions | 6.1% | 7.0% | 6.4% |
| 3+ Long Term Conditions | 3.7% | 3.8% | 3.3% |
| –Arthritis | 7.0% | 8.3% | 7.7% |
| –Asthma | 6.3% | 7.7% | 7.4% |
| –Cancer | 1.9% | 2.7% | 2.6% |
| –Dementia / Alzheimers | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| –Diabetes | 4.8% | 4.8% | 4.3% |
| –Heart Disease | 3.4% | 3.8% | 3.6% |
| –Kidney Disease | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| –Lung Condition | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| –Mental Health Issue | 6.7% | 8.6% | 8.0% |
| –Stroke | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| –Other Condition | 7.0% | 7.8% | 7.3% |
Place of Birth (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Hillcrest (SA) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born Overseas | 42.9% | 28.7% | 29.3% |
| Born in Australia | 57.1% | 71.3% | 70.7% |
| Australian Citizens | 79.4% | 86.3% | 83.8% |
| Speak English Only | 53.9% | 77.8% | 76.4% |
| Speak Other Language | 46.1% | 22.2% | 23.6% |
| Indigenous Population | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
| Largest Ethnic Group | English | English | English |
| Main Religion | Christianity | Christianity | Christianity |
| –Buddhism | 3.9% | 2.4% | 2.6% |
| –Christianity | 34.0% | 42.4% | 47.5% |
| –Hinduism | 14.7% | 2.8% | 2.9% |
| –Islam | 5.9% | 3.0% | 3.5% |
| –Judaism | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| –Other | 6.0% | 1.8% | 1.4% |
| –No Religion | 35.4% | 47.5% | 41.6% |
Age Distribution
ABS / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts
| Metrici | Hillcrest (SA) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Age | 35 | 39 | 38 |
| Largest Age Group | 35 to 44 | 25 to 34 | 25 to 34 |
| Children (0-14) | 19.0% | 16.6% | 17.5% |
| Working Age (15-64) | 66.4% | 64.2% | 64.7% |
| Seniors (65+) | 14.9% | 19.2% | 17.8% |
| Age Distribution Variance | 25.0% | 15.0% | 16.0% |
| Dependency Ratio | 51.0% | 56.0% | 55.0% |
| Fastest Growing Age Group | 85+ | 85+ | 85+ |
Hillcrest contains 3 Long Day Care centres (263 places) and 1 OSHC facility (100 places), with overall provision relative to the local child population appearing favorable compared to national benchmarks, and above the Greater Adelaide average. With no preschool/kindergarten services observed in the area, only long day care, the ratio of children per place for the under 5 age group is 1.2 - placing the area among the top 30% nationally for supply per child. With projected population growth of 8.4% between now and 2041, and 3.7% in the under 5 age group in particular, 37 new places will be needed to maintain today's ratios. As well as this projected growth, other drivers of note in the area are strong employment performance.
In assessing child care markets local school supply is a particularly important factor, given school-run convenience, and enrolment vs child care place analysis can provide useful insight into capacity both for parents seeking child care options and child care operators assessing opportunities in an area. The catchment sees a level of school enrolment relative to population of 8.0 per 100 residents with 416 enrolments across primary and secondary institutions. A lower-than-typical rate which suggests pressure might be taken off local services somewhat by school hubs in nearby areas. Additionally, the level of school places per child care place (LDC+PSK) is moderate. Out of school hours child care provision is similarly strong, with 100 places serving the 5-12 cohort. Proximity analysis saw distances of local residents to their nearest child care centre being shorter than average while high fees are observed despite adequate supply suggesting premium positioning or quality differentiation. Another finding worth noting is the low level of commercial activity in the area and assessment of local working populations which suggest many of the local population commute elsewhere for work with nearby services potentially taking some pressure off local child care centres.
1 school catchment intersects Hillcrest (note; school catchment data provided for public schools only - primary school data only available in SA), in which 1,014 children aged under 5 reside, served by 387 LDC and preschool places. The demand-to-supply ratio for this catchment is 2.6 children per place.
Children per LDC Place by Geographic Level
ACECQA / ABS / GNAF / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts