Maylands (SA)

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Based on evaluation of ABS demographic updates for the wider region, alongside new address points verified by Districts since the Census, the resident population for the suburb of Maylands (SA) is calculated to stand at roughly 1,587 in May 2026. This represents a rise of 79 people (5.2%) from the 2021 Census, when the count was 1,508 people. This shift is derived from a resident headcount of 1,582, estimated by Districts using the most recent ABS ERP statistics (June 2025) plus an extra 3 validated new addresses registered since the Census date. Such a headcount translates to a density of 2,994 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top quartile of all nationwide communities evaluated by Districts. The post-census expansion of 5.2% in the suburb of Maylands (SA) is within 2.3 percentage points of the state average (7.5%), showing a competitive growth profile. Demographic expansion here was mostly fueled by net overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 92.0% of the total demographic growth over recent times.

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Maylands possesses a highly educated workforce, with professional services showing strong representation, an unemployment rate of just 2.2%, and 5.0% in estimated employment growth over the past year, based on Districts aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 931 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.6% below Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%, and workforce participation is fairly standard (69.6% compared to Greater Adelaide's 66.6%). Based on Census responses, a moderate 13.7% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

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The taxpayer income profile in this locality ranks among the top tiers in the country, based on the latest ATO statistics compiled by Districts for financial year 2023. Taxpayers here report a median income of $62,577 and an average income of $94,360, which compares to median and average figures of $54,808 and $66,852 across Greater Adelaide. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index rise of 10.17% since financial year 2023, current estimates would stand at approximately $68,941 for median earnings and $103,956 for average earnings as of March 2026. According to the Census, individual weekly earnings are high, sitting at the 80th percentile nationally ($1,018 weekly). Income distribution figures show that 27.2% of taxpayers (431 individuals) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, which is close to the wider metropolitan rate of . After meeting housing costs, residents retain of their income for other living expenses, and the area ranks in the th decile of the SEIFA income index.

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At the time of the latest Census, the local housing mix consisted of 65.4% separate houses and 34.6% other dwelling types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and miscellaneous structures), compared to 75.2% separate houses and 24.9% other dwelling types across the Adelaide metropolitan region. The home ownership rate was notably higher than the metropolitan benchmark, standing at 35.5%, with the remaining dwellings split between properties with a mortgage (32.4%) and rented properties (32.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly higher than the Adelaide metropolitan average at $2,167, and the median weekly rent was recorded at $338, compared to metropolitan averages of $1,562 and $320 respectively. On a national level, mortgage outlays are considerably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents remain below the national average of $375.

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Family units constitute the majority of local households at 60.0%, which is made up of 27.6% couples with children, 22.7% couples without children, and 8.8% single parent families. The remaining 40.0% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 36.3% and group households making up 3.4%. The median household size is 2.2 residents, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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Educational qualifications in the area are substantially higher than regional benchmarks, with 49.8% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% across SA and 28.9% in Greater Adelaide. This elevated level of education positions the community well to benefit from knowledge-based industries. Bachelor degrees represent the most common high-level qualification at 31.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees (12.9%) and graduate diplomas (5.4%). Technical and vocational training accounts for 21.2% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.7%) and certificates (11.5%).

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Public transit data shows 4 active transit stops operating locally, comprising a variety of bus services. These stops are connected to 14 distinct routes, which combine to support 1,166 passenger journeys each week. Local transit access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 241 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 78%, followed by buses at 12% and walking at 5%. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.0 car per household, which is below the metropolitan average. Around 13.7% of working residents worked from home (according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era travel limits).

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Health metrics demonstrate favorable outcomes throughout the locality, according to Districts' evaluation of mortality data and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, which reveals very low rates of common health conditions across every age cohort. The rate of private health insurance is exceptionally high, covering approximately 64% of the population (1,019 people). This compares to a private coverage rate of 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%.

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The local population displays greater cultural diversity than most Australian property markets, with 26.5% of residents born outside Australia and 20.8% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, accounting for 42.0% of the community. However, the most distinct religious deviation is in the Other category, which represents 1.3% of residents compared to 1.8% across Greater Adelaide.

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The median age of residents is 40 years, matching the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and sitting slightly above the national median of 38 years. The 55 - 64 age bracket is heavily represented at 14.2% relative to the metropolitan area, while children aged 5 - 14 represent a smaller share at 8.9%. Post-2021 Census estimates indicate that the 15 to 24 age bracket has expanded from 11.2% to 13.7% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort has risen from 13.4% to 14.8%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 14.2% to 12.7%, while the 5 to cohort declined from to . Population projections for point to significant demographic transitions. The + cohort is expected to grow by ( people), rising from to individuals. The combined + age brackets will account for of all population growth, highlighting the aging profile of the suburb. Conversely, the to and to age cohorts are projected to contract.

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Maylands currently has an estimated 93 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 39 children aged 0-2 and 26 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 7% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 0% by 2041 (to approximately 93 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 119. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 8.7 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.