Mitcham (SA)

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According to evaluations of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside new addresses confirmed by Districts following the Census, the suburb of Mitcham (SA) has an estimated population of approximately 2,491 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 659 residents (36.0%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 1,832 people. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 2,490, which was estimated by Districts using the June 2025 ABS ERP data release combined with 9 verified new addresses established after the Census date. Such a population count represents a density ratio of 1,399 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average benchmark across national locations tracked by Districts. The 36.0% expansion in the suburb of Mitcham (SA) since the 2021 census outpaced the SA3 area (5.6%) and the SA4 region, establishing it as a regional growth leader. Population gains in the area were mostly generated by overseas migration, which served as virtually the sole source of population increases in recent times.

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Mitcham has a workforce with high levels of education, characterized by a strong presence of professional services, a low unemployment rate of 1.5%, and an estimated job growth rate of 10.1% over the past year, according to Districts' compiled statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 1,396 residents employed, and the unemployment rate is 2.3% lower than the 3.8% recorded in Greater Adelaide, with labor force participation matching Greater Adelaide's 66.6% closely. According to Census replies, a moderate 15.7% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.

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The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year show that incomes in the suburb of Mitcham are among the highest nationwide, with a median of $56,384 and an average of $89,126. These figures stand above the median of $54,808 and average of $66,852 recorded for Greater Adelaide. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at approximately $62,118 (median) and $98,190 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in Mitcham align with the 67th percentile nationally. Looking at income brackets, the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common, accounting for 27.2% of residents (677 individuals), which aligns with regional patterns where fall into the same bracket. The high concentration of top-tier earners ( making more than /week) shows substantial financial strength in the area. After accounting for housing expenditure, residents retain of their earnings, indicating strong spending power, and the locality sits in the th decile for the SEIFA income index.

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Residential architecture in Mitcham, as recorded in the most recent Census, consisted of 62.1% houses and 38.0% alternative dwellings (such as semi-detached properties, apartments, and other housing types), compared to the Adelaide metro split of 75.2% houses and 24.9% alternative dwellings. Meanwhile, the home ownership rate in Mitcham was significantly higher than the metropolitan average at 38.6%, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (37.3%) or occupied by tenants (24.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the locality was notably higher than the Adelaide metro average at $2,000, whereas the median weekly rent was documented at $328, compared to metropolitan benchmarks of $1,562 and $320 respectively. On a national level, mortgage costs in Mitcham exceed the Australian average of $1,863, whereas rental costs remain well below the countrywide benchmark of $375.

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Family units represent the majority of households at 71.2%, which is composed of 33.6% couples with children, 26.8% couples without children, and 10.4% single-parent households. Non-family living arrangements make up the remaining 28.8% of households, consisting of single-person households at 26.4% and group homes at 1.7%. The median household occupancy of 2.5 residents matches the Greater Adelaide average.

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Academic achievement in Mitcham is substantially higher than regional benchmarks, with 48.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% across SA and 28.1% in the SA4 region. This high concentration of tertiary qualification positions the area well for knowledge-driven sectors. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 31.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees (12.3%) and graduate diplomas (4.8%). Vocational training accounts for 22.0% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas (10.3%) and certificates (11.7%).

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Public transport analysis identifies 11 active transit stops within the suburb of Mitcham (SA), consisting of various bus options. These stops are served by 10 distinct routes, which combine to support 302 passenger trips each week. Transport connection is classified as high quality, with local residents living an average of 271 meters from the closest transit point. Being a residential neighborhood, the majority of working residents travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel choice at 88%, and 3% of commuters choosing to cycle. Car ownership stands at an average of 1.4 vehicles per household. Additionally, 15.7% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related working arrangements.

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Health metric data reveals exceptional wellness levels in Mitcham, according to Districts' evaluation of mortality indices and the incidence of long-term conditions, which shows low rates of typical medical issues across all generations, while private health insurance coverage is remarkably high at roughly 62% of the population (1,548 individuals). This is higher than the 52.7% observed across Greater Adelaide and the national benchmark of 55.7%.

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Mitcham shows higher cultural diversity than the average location, with 23.8% of the community born outside Australia and 13.1% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, claimed by 45.2% of Mitcham residents. However, the most distinct deviation from regional patterns is in Buddhism, which represents 1.6% of the population, compared to 2.4% across Greater Adelaide.

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The median age of 44 years in Mitcham is higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 39, and sits well above the Australian median of 38. Relative to Greater Adelaide, the 15 - 24 age bracket is highly represented at 18.2% locally, whereas the 25 - 34 age group is underrepresented at 6.9%. The local 15 - 24 demographic concentration is also higher than the national benchmark of 12.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 cohort expanded from 14.1% to 18.2% of the population, and the 65 to 74 demographic rose from 11.7% to 15.1%. On the other hand, the 55 to bracket fell from to , while the to cohort dropped from to . Projections for the year signal major demographic adjustments for Mitcham. The to cohort is expected to grow, increasing by residents () from to . The demographic shift towards an older population is clear, with residents aged and over accounting for of the projected growth, while the to and to age brackets are projected to contract.

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Mitcham currently has an estimated 54 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 59 children aged 0-2 and 39 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 7% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 7% by 2041 (to approximately 58 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 240. Birth rates in the area have averaged 6.6 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally).