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Rest of SA / Mid North
$370
Median rent / wk
Period ending Mar 2026
0.0%
Rent growth / yr
Period ending Mar 2026
1,608
People
17 Jul 2026
+3.8%
Growth since 2021
Census
11
For sale now
indexed listings
Data sourcesABSDFFH Rental ReportACARARefreshed July 2026
ABS QuickStats SAL40635How we calculate this
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Suburb (SAL) analysis
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1,608
People
est. as @ 17 Jul 2026
2021 Census | 1,549 people
176.35 km²
Land area
9.1 /km²
Density
3.0%
Unemployment
3 /yr
Resi approvals
Situated 192 kilometers north of the Adelaide CBD, the suburb of Jamestown is a historic rural community set amidst picturesque landscapes of rolling hills, vineyards, and agricultural fields. As of the latest population estimates for May 2026, the area has an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of approximately 1,608 people, representing a 3.8% increase of 59 residents since the 2021 Census when the population stood at 1,549. This demographic growth is underpinned by regional population updates and validated new addresses recorded since the last official census. The local economy features a notable utilities employment sector, while the housing market is characterized by a high proportion of detached houses and strong levels of outright home ownership, offset by a low median household size and affordable housing options. The demographic profile of the suburb of Jamestown shows a high concentration of mature and older residents, with households consisting largely of couples without children and single-person homes. While the community enjoys a vibrant agricultural industry famous for fresh produce and wine, overall population growth remains modest, exhibiting limited expansion patterns. Residents and visitors benefit from regional outdoor recreation options, including nature reserves, hiking, and cycling paths that define the area's country lifestyle. Local housing demand is met with high rates of home ownership, and families in the area tend to have an above-average number of children, contributing to the distinct social fabric of this rural center.
Estimated residents are up from 1,549 at the 2021 Census — a change of 59 people, or 3.8%.
Districts View
Forecast demand
Official forecasts point to an additional 21 residents by 2041 — growth of 1.3% on the current estimated population.
Employment outlook
Industry-weighted employment growth of 5.8% is forecast over the next five years based on the local industry mix.
Below-average resident incomes
Jamestown ranks in the 28th percentile nationally for income (score 2.8/10).
Lower household incomes can constrain rent growth and buyer depth, and increase sensitivity to interest-rate and cost-of-living pressure.
Limited public transport access
Jamestown ranks in the 20th percentile nationally for transport & access (score 2/10).
Car-dependent locations can appeal to a narrower tenant pool and are more exposed to fuel and commuting costs.
Below-average amenity provision
Jamestown ranks in the 21st percentile nationally for amenities (score 2.1/10).
Thin local amenity can cap price premiums relative to better-serviced neighbouring suburbs.
Lower education outcomes
Jamestown ranks in the 25th percentile nationally for education (score 2.5/10).
School quality and attainment influence family demand, a key driver of long-term owner-occupier depth.
Districts' reading of national rankings, Census change and the tracked project pipeline for Jamestown. 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
Districts assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Jamestown, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally
Detail
Residential building activity is minimal within Jamestown, averaging 3 yearly home approvals, which totals 17 approvals over a five-year timeframe. This quiet construction landscape highlights the rural character of the locality, where building is generally spurred by individual housing requirements rather than broader market forces. Consequently, because approval volumes are so low, solitary construction schemes can heavily sway annual comparisons and growth metrics.
In comparison to the Rest of SA, real estate development in Jamestown is naturally much quieter, and it similarly tracks below nationwide medians. Meanwhile, building starts have consisted entirely of stand-alone houses, highlighting a market geared toward families seeking space and a country way of life. The ratio of roughly 292 people for each home approval underlines the low-density profile of this locality.
Long-term forecasts suggest Jamestown will see its resident count rise by 21 people by 2041, measured from the most recent quarterly projections. Under ongoing construction rates, the volume of new housing is expected to comfortably satisfy local requirements, maintaining favorable buying conditions and potentially paving the way for expansion that outpaces current predictions.
Districts' assessment of the Northern Areas LGA register has identified 42 substantial development applications lodged in Jamestown over the past 5 years (7 in the last 12 months). Minor and ancillary works — single dwellings, outbuildings, signage and smaller residential developments — are excluded. Of these, 29 were approved (69%, or 100% of those decided) while 11 are under assessment. The most common application types are industrial, commercial and retail.
42 applications in the profile extract.
Recent Development Approvals by Type
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Jamestown | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest FY Approvals | 3 | 185,138 | 56 |
| Current FY-to-Date Approvals | 4 | 184,871 | 63 |
| –Detached House Approvals | 4/100.0% | 89,436/61.9% | 43/98.6% |
| –Attached/Other Approvals | 0/0.0% | 55,043/38.1% | 1/1.4% |
| Average Annual Approvals | 3 | 188,882 | 54 |
| Total 5-Year Approvals | 17 | 944,410 | 270 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (2yr) | 3.4 | 6.5 | 1.8 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (5yr) | 2.1 | 7.2 | 2 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (2yr) | 0.4 | 2.8 | 0.7 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (5yr) | 0.7 | 2.1 | -0.1 |
| Persons per Approval | 292 | 158 | 570 |
| Residential Value per Unit | 458 | 342 | 231 |
| Commercial Development Value | 3,003 | 105,080,908 | 33,398 |
| Development Drivers Ranking | 20 | 100 | 22 |
Project pipeline
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Jamestown has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 16thth percentile nationally
Detail
Local infrastructure projects and zoning updates play a major role in regional performance. Districts has identified no new projects expected to influence this locality. Planned regional works include the Mid North South Australia REZ Expansion, Silver to Sea Way, SA Housing Trust Maintenance Contracts Review and Service Program, and the SA Water Capital Work Delivery Contracts 2024-28.
Ports, Marinas, Fisheries & Aquaculture
CompletedInfrastructure upgrade project involving sealing of 19,350 square metres of previously unsurfaced port area with 6,100 tonnes of asphalt. Removal of 8,800 tonnes of contaminated material and addition of 9,100 tonnes of new material. Focus on Berths 5 and 7 to enhance port capacity and economic benefits to Mid North region.
Sports & Recreation
ConstructionThe Port Pirie Riverbank Precinct project is a multi-staged renewal of the city's foreshore area. Stage 1 focuses on Solomontown Beach and the creation of a vibrant youth precinct. Key features include a connected promenade, new picnic shelters and BBQs, upgraded toilet facilities, a beach deck with shade structures, a pump track, and a basketball half-court. The project aims to revitalize the waterfront, providing modern recreational facilities for the local community and enhancing the area's appeal to tourists.
Source 1 for Port Pirie Riverbank Precinct (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Port Pirie Riverbank Precinct (opens in new tab)
Residential Development
ApprovedRenewal SA selected Graycar Contractors to deliver 10 rental homes for key workers and 42 residential allotments at Balmoral Park Estate. The two-stage expansion is supported by a 1 million AUD grant from the Regional Housing Initiatives Program. Chelsea Homes will construct the homes and civil works within 30 months from August 2025.
Source 1 for Balmoral Park Estate Expansion (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Balmoral Park Estate Expansion (opens in new tab)
Residential Development
ConstructionA two-stage expansion of an existing estate in Risdon Park, Port Pirie, delivering 10 fit-for-purpose rental homes for key workers and 42 additional serviced housing allotments. The 10 homes will be leased to the Government Employee Housing scheme for a minimum of 10 years to support essential workforce retention, backed by 1 million dollars in funding from Renewal SA's Regional Housing Initiatives Program.
Source 1 for Balmoral Park Estate Expansion (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Balmoral Park Estate Expansion (opens in new tab)
Residential Development
ConstructionA rural acreage estate offering 17 large land allotments (approx. 5,000m2 - 5,232m2) with mains water, electricity, and NBN connection, providing country living opportunities 5km from Port Pirie in the Mid North region of South Australia. The current stage is available for sale.
8 projects tracked around Jamestown (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 2026$465,000
House · 4 bed · 1,240m² land
Listed 24 June 2026
$390,000
Other · 1 bed · 865m² land
Listed 16 Dec 2024
$300,000
Land · 0 bed · 67,583m² land
Listed 25 Nov 2022
$165,000
Land · 0 bed · 12,060m² land
Listed 29 Apr 2025
$70,000
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 1,679m² land
Listed 6 Mar 2025
$430,000
House For Sale · 2 bed · 221m² land
Listed 24 Apr 2026
$445,000
House For Sale · 3 bed
Listed 27 May 2026
$60,000
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 2,889m² land
Listed 17 June 2026
$69,000
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 619m² land
Listed 19 June 2026
$389,000
House For Sale · 3 bed · 826m² land
Listed 31 July 2026
$575,000
House For Sale · 4 bed
Listed 24 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 · 19 in 2026 · 192 recorded sales in total
Other indexed properties in Jamestown with no sale record in Districts yet.
Nearby
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Suburb | Distance | People | Median | Growth | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamestown | — | 1,608 | — | — | — |
| Peterborough (SA) | 32.9 km | 1,579 | — | — | — |
| Crystal Brook (SA) | 41.0 km | 1,607 | — | — | — |
| Port Pirie South | 55.4 km | 3,958 | — | — | — |
| Port Pirie West | 57.0 km | 2,651 | — | — | — |
| Risdon Park | 57.3 km | 4,003 | — | — | — |
| Risdon Park South | 57.3 km | 2,290 | — | — | — |
| Clare (SA) | 70.4 km | 3,336 | — | — | — |
| Whyalla | 98.0 km | 3,707 | — | — | — |
| Whyalla Playford | 99.6 km | 2,623 | — | — | — |
| Whyalla Norrie | 101.5 km | 6,497 | — | — | — |
| Whyalla Stuart | 103.0 km | 6,668 | — | — | — |
| Whyalla Jenkins | 104.1 km | 2,038 | — | — | — |
| Stirling North | 105.1 km | 2,896 | — | — | — |
| Balaklava | 106.5 km | 2,209 | — | — | — |
| Port Augusta | 110.5 km | 6,724 | — | — | — |
| Port Augusta West | 113.4 km | 4,316 | — | — | — |
| Kadina | 118.3 km | 3,115 | — | — | — |
| Wallaroo (SA) | 121.5 km | 4,207 | — | — | — |
Market columns show — where a nearby suburb has not been ingested yet.
Strong outright home ownership
Low median household size
Affordable housing options
Above-average children per family
Notable utilities employment base
Strong detached house representation
Population Growth
0.7
Density
1.8
Development Activity
2.0
Employment Drivers
6.4
Infrastructure Drivers
4.9
Education
2.5
Amenities
2.1
Transport & Access
Demographics
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Jamestown has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by Districts
Detail
Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by Districts since the Census the suburb of Jamestown's population is estimated at around 1,608 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 59 people (3.8%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,549 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 1,608, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 37 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 9.1 persons per square kilometer, a level providing ample space per person. the suburb of Jamestown's 3.8% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (2.4%), marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration, which was essentially the sole driver of population gains during recent periods.
Employment
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
The employment environment in Jamestown shows above-average strength when compared nationally
Detail
The local workforce exhibits a balanced mix of professional and industrial roles across varied sectors, featuring a low unemployment rate of 3.0% and an estimated annual job growth of 3.7% based on regional data compilation. Figures from March 2026 show 818 employed residents, with the unemployment rate standing 2.5% below the Regional SA level of 5.5%, while labor participation is typical at 63.2% compared to 58.4% across Regional SA. According to Census data, a modest 7.2% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure reflects historical pandemic-related restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are farming, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and school education & training. The region exhibits a strong concentration in utilities services, with an employment share times higher than the regional average. Conversely, industrial manufacturing has a minor footprint, accounting for of employment compared to across the wider region. There appears to be a mismatch between local jobs and resident workers, suggesting that local employment options within the immediate area are relatively sparse.
Income
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Income levels sit below national averages according to Districts assessment
Detail
Taxpayer data from the ATO compiled for the 2023 financial year indicates that personal earnings in Jamestown align closely with national averages. The median income among tax-paying citizens is $54,017, and the average income is $67,575, which contrasts with Regional SA figures of $48,920 and $58,933 respectively. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would translate to approximately $59,511 for the median and $74,447 for the average by March 2026. The 2021 Census reports that individual earnings place at the 34th percentile ($730 weekly), while household earnings sit at the 14th percentile. The largest group of households, representing 28.3%, falls into the weekly bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 (comprising 455 residents), matching regional patterns where are in this range. Although living costs are moderate with households retaining of their earnings, total disposable income sits at the st percentile nationwide.
Housing stock
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Jamestown is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
Detail
Residential structures in Jamestown at the time of the census consisted of 96.7% detached houses and 3.3% alternative dwelling styles like apartments or townhouses, compared to 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings across Regional SA. Outright home ownership in the locality was high at 47.1%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (32.5%) or occupied by tenants (20.4%). The median monthly home loan repayment was lower than the regional average at $982, and the median weekly rent was $215, compared to regional figures of $1,153 and $220. Nationally, local mortgage costs sit well below the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices are also significantly lower than the national median of $375.
Households
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Jamestown features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size
Detail
Families represent the majority of local households at 61.9%, which includes 22.4% couples raising children, 32.8% couples without children at home, and 6.9% single-parent households. Single-person dwellings make up 34.9% of the remaining 38.1% of non-family households, while group housing accounts for 2.2%. The median household occupancy of 2.1 residents is slightly lower than the Regional SA average of 2.3.
Household Types (Census)
ABS / Districts
Education
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Educational outcomes in Jamestown fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment
Detail
Educational attainment levels in the area show that university graduation rates stand at 13.8%, which is notably below the national average of 30.4%, pointing to opportunities for targeted study programs. Undergraduates holding a bachelor degree account for 11.0% of the population, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.5% and postgraduate degrees at 1.3%. Conversely, vocational and practical training is common, with 36.7% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.2% and certificate level qualifications at 27.5%.
A significant 21.1% of the local population is enrolled in formal study. This student cohort includes attending primary schools, in high schools, and undertaking higher education.
Amenities
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by Districts, based on counts and proximity analysis
Supermarket
18km · score 29
Child Care
1.2km · score 80
GP
20km · score 24
Government Services
89km · score 17
Post Office
0km · score 0
Getting around
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
No public transport data available for this catchment area.
Transport Servicing
GTFS / Districts
| Metrici | Jamestown | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Stops | 0 | 171,981 | 0 |
| Routes | 0 | 12,966 | 0 |
| Weekly Trips | 0 | 1,140,068 | 0 |
| Avg Dist. Between Stops (m) | 0 | 235 | 0 |
| Avg Dist. to Local Pop. (m) | 0 | 7,586 | 0 |
| Population per Stop | 0 | 161 | 0 |
| Population per Trip | 0 | 24.3 | 0 |
| Population per Route | 0 | 2,136 | 0 |
| Public Transport Access Ranking | 20 | 100 | 20 |
| Vehicles per Dwelling | 1.6 | 1.4 | 1.5 |
| Work from Home | 7.2% | 23.9% | 9.1% |
| Single Mode Commute | 91.8% | 73.8% | 90.1% |
| Two Mode | 1.0% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| Three+ Mode | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| –Car | 90.9% | 84.1% | 90.4% |
| –Train | 0.0% | 4.9% | 0.0% |
| –Bus | 0.0% | 3.6% | 0.7% |
| –Walk | 6.1% | 3.7% | 5.9% |
| –Cycle | 0.6% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| –Ferry | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.0% |
| –Tram/Light Rail | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| –Other | 1.9% | 1.1% | 1.1% |
Healthcare
Data to 17 Jul 2026Data to 2024Districts view
Health performance in Jamestown is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts
Detail
Assessments of mortality statistics and the rate of long-term medical conditions point to notable healthcare challenges in the area, with common health issues affecting both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is slightly ahead of the typical SA2 average at approximately 54% of the population (~863 people), compared to 48.9% in Regional SA.
Joint inflammation and mental health concerns are the most prevalent medical issues, affecting 10.5% and 8.3% of the community respectively, while 62.1% of individuals reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 62.5% across Regional SA. The working-age cohort experiences elevated rates of long-term illnesses, and residents aged and over represent of the population ( people), which is higher than the Regional SA level of . Senior health outcomes face some difficulties, with national performance metrics tracking closely to general population trends.
Ancestry & language
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
The latest Census data sees Jamestown placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics
Detail
The locality displays low levels of multicultural representation, with 93.7% of residents born in Australia, 95.7% holding citizenship, and 98.0% speaking only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, followed by 57.7% of the population, which exceeds the Regional SA proportion of 45.2%.
Ancestry details show that the primary backgrounds represented are Australian at 36.1%, English at 34.9%, and Irish at 8.0%. Notable differences compared to regional averages include German ancestry representing 6.9% of local residents (compared to regionally), Welsh heritage at (compared to ), and Maltese background at (compared to ).
Age structure
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Jamestown hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide
Detail
Jamestown's median age of 49 is slightly higher than the Regional SA average of 47 and significantly above the national median of 38. The suburb has a higher proportion of residents in the 75 - 84 bracket (11.6%) than Regional SA, but fewer people aged 35 - 44 (9.1%). The concentration of seniors aged 75 - 84 is also higher than the national figure of 6.1%. This elderly demographic expanded from 9.4% to 11.6% of the population since the 2021 Census, while the 45 to 54 group fell from 11.1% to 9.3%, and the 25 to 34 group dropped from 10.6% to . Looking to projections suggest major changes in the age profile, led by a rise in residents aged + (an increase of people), growing from to . This shift is pronounced, with individuals aged + making up of the projected population increase, while both the to and to brackets are expected to decrease in size.
Child care
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Jamestown was found to possess higher than average child care supply broadly for children under 5, though with mixed findings across service types as long day care and preschool are well-supplied while out of school hours care appears more constrained.
Detail
Jamestown currently has an estimated 85 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 51 children aged 0-2 and 33 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 0% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 7% by 2041 (to approximately 79 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 168. Birth rates in the area have averaged 9.7 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.
2.0
Income
2.8
Age
9.0
Household Composition
1.1
Housing
9.6
Cultural Diversity
0.4
Health
2.5
Housing Cost
0.7
Rate Sensitivity
0.0
Projections for each SA2 region are drawn from ABS and Geoscience Australia releases from 2024 using 2022 as their starting point. Where these figures are unavailable, or for periods past 2032, calculations apply age-group projections released in 2023 by the SA State Government for LGAs and Regions, adjusting these numbers via a weighted aggregation methodology from LGA down to SA2 boundaries. Anticipated future growth suggests a trajectory in line with the lowest quartile of non-metropolitan regions across Australia, with projections indicating the suburb of Jamestown will add 21 residents by 2041, representing a total increase of 1.3% over the 16 years.
Annual Population Growth Rates (CAGR) by Period
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Jamestown | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest Population Est. | 1,608 | 414,088 | 27,798,796 |
| Growth Since Census | 3.8% | 5.9% | 9.3% |
| Population 2021 Census | 1,549 | 390,843 | 25,422,788 |
| Natural Increase | 0.0% | 0.0% | 20.0% |
| Overseas Migration | 0.0% | 53.0% | 80.0% |
| Interstate Migration | 100.0% | 47.0% | 0.0% |
| Population Forecast Growth (2041) | 1.3% | -0.5% | 19.8% |
| Persons per Square Kilometer | 9 | 0 | 3 |
Analysis of data from the ABS and SALM indicates that over the 12-month period, local employment expanded by 3.7% while the active workforce grew by 4.2%, leading to a rise in the unemployment rate of 0.5 percentage points. By comparison, Regional SA recorded an employment rise of 1.2% and labor force growth of 2.6%, resulting in a 1.4 percentage point increase. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia as of May-25 offer further context regarding prospective workforce demands. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential trends. Globally, national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary greatly by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce suggests employment could rise by 5.8% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, representing a simple proportional estimate that does not account for specific local demographic trends.
Employment Change (Persons)
DEWR / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Jamestown | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employment | 818 | 14,651,372 | 11,925 |
| –Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing | 14.7% | 2.4% | 12.4% |
| –Health Care & Social Assistance | 14.6% | 15.2% | 17.4% |
| –Education & Training | 10.1% | 9.2% | 9.0% |
| Labour Force | 843 | 15,298,546 | 12,939 |
| Participation Rate | 63.2% | 67.2% | 55.5% |
| Working from Home | 7.2% | 23.9% | 9.1% |
| Unemployment | 2.9% | 4.2% | 7.8% |
| 1Yr Emp. Growth | 3.7% | 1.5% | 4.2% |
| 5Yr Emp. Growth Forecast | 5.8% | 6.5% | 5.6% |
| Employment Drivers Ranking | 64 | 100 | 18 |
Latest Annual Income Estimate
ATO / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Jamestown | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Annual Income Est. | 59,511 | 62,948 | 53,549 |
| Average Annual Income Est. | 74,447 | 80,903 | 64,378 |
| ATO Median Taxable Income | 54,017 | 57,137 | 48,606 |
| ATO Average Taxable Income | 67,575 | 73,435 | 58,435 |
| Median Household Income | 1,214 | 1,746 | 1,047 |
| –$0 to 399 | 44 (6.2%) | 638,312 (6.3%) | 1,072 (9.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 186 (26.4%) | 1,671,771 (16.5%) | 3,435 (29.8%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 199 (28.2%) | 2,158,104 (21.3%) | 3,031 (26.3%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 199 (28.2%) | 3,201,695 (31.6%) | 2,847 (24.7%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 48 (6.8%) | 1,114,514 (11.0%) | 680 (5.9%) |
| –$4,000+ | 29 (4.1%) | 1,357,681 (13.4%) | 450 (3.9%) |
| Median Family Income | 1,680 | 2,120 | 1,433 |
| –$0 to 399 | 9 (2.1%) | 236,192 (3.3%) | 247 (3.4%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 66 (15.1%) | 758,676 (10.6%) | 1,465 (20.2%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 122 (28.0%) | 1,474,408 (20.6%) | 2,118 (29.2%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 168 (38.5%) | 2,562,321 (35.8%) | 2,401 (33.1%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 43 (9.9%) | 973,396 (13.6%) | 653 (9.0%) |
| –$4,000+ | 28 (6.4%) | 1,145,171 (16.0%) | 370 (5.1%) |
| Median Personal Income | 730 | 805 | 575 |
| –$0 to 399 | 360 (22.4%) | 7,303,780 (26.3%) | 8,564 (30.8%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 511 (31.8%) | 6,526,191 (23.5%) | 8,954 (32.2%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 442 (27.5%) | 7,137,153 (25.7%) | 6,173 (22.2%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 232 (14.4%) | 5,359,808 (19.3%) | 3,615 (13.0%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,499 | 34 (2.1%) | 527,649 (1.9%) | 195 (0.7%) |
| –$3,500+ | 29 (1.8%) | 944,215 (3.4%) | 306 (1.1%) |
| –Low Income (<$800/wk) | 32.6% | 22.8% | 39.1% |
| –High Income (>$3,000/wk) | 11.0% | 24.4% | 9.8% |
| Largest Income Group | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 | $400 - 799 |
| Household Disposable Income | 4,751 | 6,376 | 4,059 |
| SEIFA Score | 4 | 5.6 | 2.6 |
Jamestown at a glance
Source: ABS 2021 Census
Rents today
$370/wk
DFFH median rent
Period ending Mar 2026
0.0%
DFFH rent movement, 1 yr
Weekly rent
The DFFH median weekly rent is $370/wk (Period ending Mar 2026).
The 2021 Census recorded a median rent of $215/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 | Jamestown | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dwellings (Census) | 670 | 9,275,218 | 11,247 |
| –Owned Outright | 47.1% | 32.1% | 43.3% |
| –Owned with Mortgage | 32.5% | 36.2% | 31.0% |
| –Rented | 20.4% | 31.7% | 25.8% |
| –Detached Houses | 96.7% | 72.5% | 89.8% |
| –Semi-Detached | 2.7% | 12.6% | 8.5% |
| –Apartments | 0.0% | 14.3% | 1.0% |
| –Other Dwellings | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| –Median Monthly Mortgage | 982 | 1,863 | 888 |
| –Median Weekly Rent | 215 | 375 | 182 |
| –$0-149/wk | 21.1% | 7.3% | 24.8% |
| –$150-349/wk | 78.9% | 33.4% | 72.3% |
| –$350-649/wk | 0.0% | 50.9% | 2.6% |
| –$650-949/wk | 0.0% | 6.6% | 0.3% |
| –>$950/wk | 0.0% | 1.8% | 0.0% |
| –Aggregate Housing Cost | 509 | 1,189 | 478 |
| –Mortgage / Income | 18.7% | 24.6% | 19.6% |
| –Rent / Income | 17.7% | 21.5% | 17.4% |
| –Persons per Bedroom | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.7 |
| Metrici | Jamestown | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Household Est. | 705 | 10,142,077 | 11,515 |
| Median Household Size | 2.1 | 2.5 | 2.2 |
| Total Households (Census) | 679 | 9,275,217 | 11,249 |
| –Lone Person Households | 34.9% | 25.6% | 34.7% |
| –Group Households | 2.2% | 3.9% | 2.3% |
| –Other Households | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| –Family Households | 61.9% | 70.5% | 63.0% |
| –Couple with Children | 22.4% | 31.4% | 21.0% |
| –Couple No Children | 32.8% | 26.8% | 29.9% |
| –One Parent Family | 6.9% | 11.1% | 11.1% |
| –Avg Children per Family | 2 | 1.6 | 2 |
| Currently Married | 50.5% | 46.5% | 44.5% |
| Never Married | 27.4% | 36.5% | 33.3% |
Qualification Attainment by Type - Residents Aged 15+ (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Jamestown | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| University Qualifications | 13.8% | 30.4% | 11.9% |
| –Bachelor Degree | 11.0% | 20.0% | 8.8% |
| –Postgraduate Degree | 1.3% | 7.6% | 1.5% |
| –Advanced Diploma | 9.2% | 10.8% | 7.8% |
| –Certificate | 27.5% | 22.0% | 29.6% |
| No Tertiary Qualifications | 49.6% | 36.8% | 50.7% |
| Number of Schools | 2 | 11,054 | 26 |
| Total School Attendance | 308 | 4,176,099 | 4,103 |
| ICSEA Score | 1,012 | 1,001 | 949 |
| Education Drivers Ranking | 25 | 100 | 7 |
Schools detail
| # | School name | Type | Places | ICSEA | Distance (km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jamestown Community School | Combined | 235 | 996 | 0.38 |
| 2 | St James School | Primary | 73 | 1028 | 0.62 |
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Parcel Locker
0km · score 0
Dentist
24km · score 29
Hospital
20km · score 74
Shopping Centre
86km · score 18
Banks
19km · score 35
Pharmacy
18km · score 27
Fitness Centre
113km · score 12
Schools
9.1km · score 29
Private Health Insurance Coverage
ATO / Districts
| Metrici | Jamestown | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Health Cover Rate | 53.7% | 55.7% | 48.5% |
| Need for Assistance | 7.7% | 5.8% | 8.5% |
| Zero L/T Health Conditions | 62.1% | 69.8% | 59.4% |
| One Long Term Condition | 23.6% | 20.5% | 24.4% |
| Two Long Term Conditions | 8.4% | 6.4% | 9.5% |
| 3+ Long Term Conditions | 6.0% | 3.3% | 6.7% |
| –Arthritis | 10.5% | 7.7% | 11.6% |
| –Asthma | 8.1% | 7.4% | 8.6% |
| –Cancer | 3.6% | 2.6% | 2.9% |
| –Dementia / Alzheimers | 2.1% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| –Diabetes | 5.6% | 4.3% | 6.9% |
| –Heart Disease | 4.9% | 3.6% | 5.0% |
| –Kidney Disease | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| –Lung Condition | 2.6% | 1.6% | 2.8% |
| –Mental Health Issue | 8.3% | 8.0% | 9.9% |
| –Stroke | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| –Other Condition | 7.5% | 7.3% | 7.1% |
Place of Birth (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Jamestown | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born Overseas | 6.3% | 29.3% | 8.3% |
| Born in Australia | 93.7% | 70.7% | 91.7% |
| Australian Citizens | 95.7% | 83.8% | 91.5% |
| Speak English Only | 98.0% | 76.4% | 96.3% |
| Speak Other Language | 2.0% | 23.6% | 3.7% |
| Indigenous Population | 1.6% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Largest Ethnic Group | Australian | English | Australian |
| Main Religion | Christianity | Christianity | Christianity |
| –Buddhism | 0.5% | 2.6% | 0.4% |
| –Christianity | 57.7% | 47.5% | 49.1% |
| –Hinduism | 0.0% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| –Islam | 0.3% | 3.5% | 0.5% |
| –Judaism | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| –Other | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.5% |
| –No Religion | 40.7% | 41.6% | 49.3% |
Age Distribution
ABS / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts
| Metrici | Jamestown | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Age | 49 | 38 | 47 |
| Largest Age Group | 55 to 64 | 25 to 34 | 55 to 64 |
| Children (0-14) | 17.3% | 17.5% | 16.0% |
| Working Age (15-64) | 52.8% | 64.7% | 56.6% |
| Seniors (65+) | 30.1% | 17.8% | 27.4% |
| Age Distribution Variance | 11.0% | 16.0% | 13.0% |
| Dependency Ratio | 90.0% | 55.0% | 77.0% |
| Fastest Growing Age Group | 85+ | 85+ | 85+ |
Jamestown contains 1 Long Day Care centre (56 places), 1 preschool/kindergarten facility (56 places) and 1 OSHC facility (15 places), with overall provision relative to the local child population appearing favorable compared to national benchmarks, and above the Regional SA average. Combined service provision across long day care and preschool/kindergarten services, and the approximate 85 children in the cohort, sees a ratio of children per place of 0.8 - placing the area among the top 20% nationally for supply per child. Looking at long day care specifically against the under-5 population, the ratio is 1.5 children per place (upper quintile supply). Further breakdowns by age, to help in identifying the most in-need services, show strong LDC provision for the infant and toddler cohort (<3yo) with 56 places across 1 facility serving 51 children while preschool supply is similarly strong with 1 facility providing 56 places (0.6 children aged 3-4 per place compared to the Regional SA average of 1.4). Projected population decline of 7.1% in the under 5 age group between now and 2041 suggests a reduction in demand for childcare services. Socioeconomic performance in the area in the way of income and employment figures, including female workforce participation, are broadly in line with national averages.
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 19.2 per 100 residents with 308 enrolments across primary and secondary institutions. This notably elevated rate of school supply suggests many students travel to the area from beyond the immediate surrounds, typically amplifying local childcare demand given school-run proximity. Despite this, however, the level of school places per child care place (LDC+PSK) is lower than average. Proximity analysis saw distances of local residents to their nearest child care centre being longer than typical nationally while fees are notably lower than national averages. 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.
Children per LDC Place by Geographic Level
ACECQA / ABS / GNAF / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts