Kurralta 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 the suburb of Kurralta Park's population is estimated at around 3,309 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 170 people (5.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,139 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 3,303, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 78 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 4,085 persons per square kilometer, which lies in the top 10% of national locations assessed by Districts, making land in the area a highly-sought resource. Over the past decade, the suburb of Kurralta Park has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a 1.4% compound annual growth rate, outpacing the SA3 area. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 97.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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Kurralta Park features a highly educated labor force with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of just 1.9%, and an estimated employment growth of 6.1% over the past year, according to Districts aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 2,298 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.9% below Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%, and workforce participation is well beyond standard (81.0% compared to Greater Adelaide's 66.6%). Based on Census responses, a low 8.4% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

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According to tax statistics compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year, local earnings are slightly below the national median. Taxpayers in the suburb of Kurralta Park recorded a median income of $54,816 and an average income of $65,377, compared to $54,808 and $66,852 respectively across Greater Adelaide. Adjusting for a 10.17% rise in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year yields estimated current figures of approximately $60,391 for median income and $72,026 for average income as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census shows that personal, family, and household incomes are moderate, placing between the 39th and 54th percentiles. The largest income group, representing 34.0% of the population (1,125 residents), receives weekly earnings of $1,500 - 2,999, which is comparable to the recorded regionally. Financial stress from housing costs is significant, leaving residents with only of their income, which ranks in the th percentile, while the SEIFA index for income places the area in the th decile.

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According to the latest Census, the housing mix in the suburb of Kurralta Park consisted of 42.8% detached houses and 57.2% alternative residential types such as townhouses and apartments, differing from the Greater Adelaide split of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Homeownership rates were lower than the metropolitan average at 19.5%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (28.3%) or tenants (52.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the metropolitan benchmark at $1,600, while the median weekly rent was $300, compared to Greater Adelaide figures of $1,562 and $320 respectively. On a national scale, mortgage commitments in the area are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and typical rent levels remain below the countrywide figure of $375.

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Families make up 57.5% of households, consisting of couples with children at 21.3%, couples without children at 25.0%, and single parents at 8.1%. The remaining 42.5% are non-family households, with single-person households representing 32.9% and group living situations accounting for 10.2%. The typical household size stands at 2.3 individuals, which is slightly below the Greater Adelaide median of 2.5.

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The level of education in the suburb of Kurralta Park is notably high, with 42.5% of residents aged 15 and older holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% across SA and 28.9% in Greater Adelaide. This concentration of advanced qualifications positions the local workforce well for professional services. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 27.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 12.7% and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Vocational training is also well represented, with 27.6% of residents aged 15 and older possessing technical credentials, including advanced diplomas at 11.8% and certificates at 15.8%.

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Public transport networks include 13 passenger stops within the suburb of Kurralta Park, utilizing a range of bus services. These stops support 14 distinct routes, generating 2,353 passenger journeys per week. Access to transport is high, with properties averaging 139 meters from the closest boarding point. Because the area is mainly residential, the majority of workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars accounting for 75% of journeys and buses representing 17%. The average number of motor vehicles per household is 1.0, which is below the metropolitan standard. Work-from-home rates stood at 8.4% during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

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General health indicators are positive for the suburb of Kurralta Park, with mortality rates and illness trends matching national figures. The rate of common medical conditions is low overall, although it is higher than the national standard for older, vulnerable demographics. The share of residents with private health insurance is slightly ahead of the typical SA2 region, representing approximately 53% of the community (~1,748 people).

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The suburb of Kurralta Park has a high level of cultural variety, with 44.4% of residents born outside Australia and 44.1% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 33.2% of the population. Hinduism shows a distinct local concentration at 12.4% of residents, which is higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.8%.

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The median age of residents is 31, showing that the suburb of Kurralta Park is younger than Greater Adelaide at 39 and Australia as a whole at 38. There is a high proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (29.8%) and a lower share of those aged 65 - 74 (4.7%) compared to the metropolitan area. The concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 demographic has increased from 28.0% to 29.8% of the population, and the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 15.0% to 16.2%, while the to group fell from to . Demographic projections for indicate that the to demographic will see the largest growth, rising by to add residents and reach .

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Kurralta Park currently has an estimated 175 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 101 children aged 0-2 and 68 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 14% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 15% by 2041 (to approximately 201 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 238. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.0 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.