Kensington Gardens (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 Kensington Gardens's population is estimated at around 2,569 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 71 people (2.8%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,498 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 2,565, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 5 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,356 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by Districts. Kensington Gardens's 2.8% growth since census positions it within 2.2 percentage points of the SA3 area (5.0%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately of overall population gains during recent periods.

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Kensington Gardens features a highly educated workforce, with professional services showing strong representation, an unemployment rate of just 1.9%, and 4.3% in estimated employment growth over the past year, based on Districts aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,390 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.9% below Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%, and workforce participation is somewhat below standard (62.4% compared to Greater Adelaide's 66.6%). Based on Census responses, a moderate 14.8% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

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Districts' latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 reveals that income in the suburb of Kensington Gardens is among the highest in Australia, with the median assessed at $56,090 while the average income stands at $86,668. This contrasts to Greater Adelaide's figures of a median income of $54,808 and an average income of $66,852. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $61,794 (median) and $95,482 (average) as of March 2026. Census 2021 income data shows personal income ranks at the 69th percentile ($915 weekly), while household income sits at the 39th percentile. Distribution data shows the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 26.1% of residents ( people), aligning with the surrounding region where this cohort likewise represents . After housing, of income remains for other expenses and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the th decile.

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Dwelling structure within Kensington Gardens, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 46.0% houses and 54.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Adelaide metro's 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Kensington Gardens was well beyond that of Adelaide metro, at 41.4%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (28.1%) or rented (30.6%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well above the Adelaide metro average at $2,000, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $346, compared to Adelaide metro's $1,562 and $320. Nationally, Kensington Gardens's mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are less than the national figure of $375.

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Family households dominate at 60.3% of all households, comprising 23.5% couples with children, 26.3% couples without children, and 9.2% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 39.7%, with lone person households at 36.7% and group households comprising 3.2% of the total. The median household size of 2.2 people is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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Educational attainment in Kensington Gardens significantly surpasses broader benchmarks, with 49.4% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 25.7% in SA and 28.9% in Greater Adelaide. This substantial educational advantage positions the area strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees lead at 33.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.8%) and graduate diplomas (3.6%). Vocational pathways account for 22.1% of qualifications among those aged 15+ – advanced diplomas (9.2%) and certificates (12.9%).

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Public transport analysis reveals 13 active transport stops operating within Kensington Gardens comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 20 individual routes, collectively providing 1,357 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 173 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward - car remains the dominant mode at 84%, with 11% by bus and 3% cycling. Vehicle ownership averages 1.1 per dwelling, below the regional average. Some 14.8% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

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Health outcomes data demonstrates outstanding results across Kensington Gardens, based on Districts' assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups , and the rate of private health cover found to be exceptionally high at approximately 61% of the total population (1,571 people). This compares to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide. The national average is 55.7%.

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Kensington Gardens was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 32.6% of its population born overseas and 26.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in Kensington Gardens was found to be Christianity, which makes up 48.2% of people in Kensington Gardens. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 4.0% of the population, compared to 2.4% across Greater Adelaide.

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At 45 years, Kensington Gardens's median age is considerably higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and also substantially exceeding the 38-year national average. The 75 - 84 age group shows strong representation at 10.3% compared to Greater Adelaide, whereas the 5 - 14 cohort is less prevalent at 8.9%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 11.2% to 12.7% of the population, while the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 9.0% to 10.3%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 12.4% to 11.1%. Demographic modeling suggests Kensington Gardens's age profile will evolve significantly by . The + cohort shows the strongest projected growth at , adding residents to reach . Senior residents (+) will drive of population growth, underscoring demographic aging trends. Meanwhile, population declines are projected for the to and to cohorts.

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Kensington Gardens currently has an estimated 77 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 56 children aged 0-2 and 36 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 11% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 1% by 2041 (to approximately 76 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 244. Birth rates in the area have averaged 6.1 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.