Kadina (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 the suburb of Kadina's population is estimated at around 3,224 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 280 people (9.5%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,944 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 3,181, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 43 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 31 persons per square kilometer, a level providing ample space per person. the suburb of Kadina's 9.5% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the Rest of SA (5.9%), along with the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration that contributed approximately 72.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

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Kadina features a balanced job market that includes both white collar and blue collar positions, with essential services well represented, an unemployment rate of 7.0%, and an estimated employment growth of 4.5% over the past year, according to Districts aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,298 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.6% above Regional SA's rate of 5.5%, and workforce participation lags significantly at 51.3% compared to Regional SA's 58.4%. Based on Census responses, a low 7.1% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

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Tax statistics from the ATO for financial year 2023, compiled by Districts, show that the suburb of Kadina has income levels below the national average. Taxpayers in the suburb of Kadina have a median income of $46,020 and an average income of $54,618, compared to Regional SA benchmarks of $48,920 and $58,933. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to roughly $50,700 for the median and $60,173 for the average by March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual incomes in Kadina between the 6th and 11th percentiles nationally. The largest earnings segment consists of the 28.4% of residents (915 individuals) who make between $400 - 799 weekly, contrasting with the broader region where the - category is most common at . Although residents retain of their income due to modest housing costs, total disposable income falls in the th percentile nationally.

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Census data reveals that residential properties in Kadina consist of 90.6% standalone houses and 9.4% alternative formats such as townhouses and apartments, compared to Regional SA rates of 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings. The rate of outright home ownership was identical to the Regional SA benchmark at 43.0%, while mortgaged properties accounted for 27.7% and rental properties made up 29.3% of local dwellings. Monthly mortgage costs were lower than the Regional SA average at $1,083, whereas weekly rent was higher at $250, compared to Regional SA figures of $1,153 and $220. Locally, mortgage obligations are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices sit significantly below the national median of $375.

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Families represent the majority of local households at 64.1%, consisting of 18.2% couples with children, 33.3% couples without children, and 11.8% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 35.9% of homes, with single-person households at 32.6% and group households at 3.1%. The average household occupancy of 2.2 residents is slightly below the Regional SA average of 2.3.

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Local education profiles present distinct challenges, with university completion rates at 12.5%, well below the national average of 30.4%. This disparity highlights a clear opportunity for targeted educational programs. Among degree holders, bachelor qualifications are the most common at 9.0%, followed by graduate diplomas at 2.2% and postgraduate degrees at 1.3%. Practical and vocational qualifications are highly prevalent, with 38.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.6% and certificates at 29.4%.

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Health assessments from Districts, which analyze mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, highlight notable health difficulties in Kadina across both younger and older cohorts, with private health insurance coverage levels particularly low at approximately 49% of the population (~1,567 individuals), compared to the national average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity is below national averages in Kadina, where 92.4% of residents were born in Australia, 92.7% hold citizenship, and 98.0% speak only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 43.9% of the community. In terms of relative differences, the most notable overrepresentation is in Judaism, which accounts for no residents, matching the rate of Regional SA.

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The local median age of 49 is higher than the Regional SA average of 47 and significantly above the national median of 38. Compared to the wider region, Kadina has a larger proportion of residents aged 85 and over (6.0%) and fewer residents aged 45 - 54 (8.6%). Since the 2021 Census, the 65 to 74 demographic has increased from 14.4% to 15.5% of the total, and the 85 and over group rose from 4.9% to 6.0%. Over the same period, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 10.3% to 8.6%. Looking toward 2041, demographic models point to considerable changes in the age distribution of the suburb of Kadina. The and over group is expected to increase by ( individuals), rising from to . This aging trend is prominent, with seniors aged and over accounting for of the projected population growth. Conversely, the cohorts aged to and to are projected to shrink.

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Kadina currently has an estimated 148 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 95 children aged 0-2 and 62 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 7% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 1% by 2041 (to approximately 150 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 297. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 9.7 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.