Manningham (SA)

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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area and new addresses validated by Districts, the estimated population of Manningham as of February 2026 is around 1,546. This reflects an increase of 155 people (11.1%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,391 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 1,431 estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,810 persons per square kilometer, placing Manningham in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by Districts. Manningham's 11.1% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the state average (9.0%) and that of Greater Adelaide, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 74.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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Manningham has a well-educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 1.2%, with an estimated employment growth of 1.9% over the past year, according to Districts' aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025878 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 2.7% lower than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%.

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The median taxpayer income in Manningham suburb is $58,194 according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by Districts for financial year 2023. The average income is $65,572. This is slightly below the national average. In contrast, Greater Adelaide has a median income of $54,808 and an average income of $66,852. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $63,315 (median) and $71,342 (average). Census data shows that income levels in Manningham cluster around the 63rd percentile nationally. Income brackets indicate that 29.3% of the population earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly. A significant 32.5% earn above $3,000 weekly. After housing expenses, of income remains for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the th decile.

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Manningham's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 80.8% houses and 19.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Adelaide metro's 70.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Manningham was 32.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 40.3% and rented ones at 27.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, higher than Adelaide metro's $1,562. The median weekly rent was $320, matching Adelaide metro's figure. Nationally, Manningham's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were lower than the national figure of $375.

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Family households account for 71.3% of all households, including 35.6% couples with children, 26.0% couples without children, and 8.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 28.7%, with lone person households at 24.3% and group households comprising 4.8% of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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Manningham's educational attainment exceeds broader standards significantly. Among residents aged 15+, 37.4% possess university qualifications, compared to SA4 region's 19.8% and SA's 25.7%. This notable advantage positions Manningham favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 23.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (10.1%) and graduate diplomas (4.3%).

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Manningham has seven active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by twelve different routes that collectively facilitate 1,142 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is considered excellent, with residents typically residing 181 meters from the nearest stop. Primarily a residential area, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 88%, while buses account for 8%. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 1.6, which exceeds the regional average.

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Manningham demonstrates above-average health outcomes based on Districts' assessment.

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Manningham's population showed higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 26.7% born overseas and 25.5% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Manningham, accounting for 53.8%. The category 'Other' had an overrepresentation of 3.6%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 1.8%.

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Manningham's median age is 39 years, aligning with Greater Adelaide's average of 39 and closely matching Australia's median of 38. The 55-64 cohort is notably over-represented in Manningham at 14.6%, compared to the Greater Adelaide average, while the 75-84 age group is under-represented at 4.6%. Post the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age group has increased from 13.7% to 14.5% of Manningham's population. Conversely, the 0 to 4 cohort has decreased from 4.8% to 4.0%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Manningham's age profile. The 45 to 54 cohort is projected to grow by , adding residents to reach . Meanwhile, both the to and to age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.

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Manningham currently has an estimated 61 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 59 children aged 0-2 and 38 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 8% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 0% by 2041 (to approximately 61 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 145. Birth rates in the area have averaged 12.6 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.