Munno Para West (SA)

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According to investigations of ABS demographic statistics for the surrounding territory, along with fresh address points verified by Districts after the Census, the suburb of Munno Para West has an estimated population of approximately 9,499 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,922 individuals (25.4%) since the 2021 Census, when the head count stood at 7,577 people. This variance is calculated from a resident population of 8,527, determined by Districts after reviewing the most recent ERP details published by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 536 validated new addresses following the Census date. Such a population count translates to a density of 2,793 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the top quartile of all domestic territories reviewed by Districts. The 25.4% expansion rate of the suburb of Munno Para West since the 2021 census outpaced the state (7.5%) and the Greater Adelaide zone, making it a primary growth driver in the region. This upward trend was mostly generated by interstate arrivals, which made up roughly of the total demographic growth in recent times, though all other components like natural change and overseas arrivals also made positive contributions.

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Munno Para West possesses a diverse workforce distributed between professional and industrial roles, with manufacturing and industrial businesses heavily represented, and an unemployment rate of 7.3%, according to Districts collated regional data. In March 2026, 3,382 local citizens were employed, while the jobless rate was 3.5% higher than the Greater Adelaide figure of 3.8%, showing potential for progress, and labor participation is notably lower (59.9% relative to Greater Adelaide's 66.6%). Census data indicates that a modest 5.2% of residents worked from their homes, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.

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The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics from Districts for financial year 2023 show that incomes in the suburb of Munno Para West are below the national baseline, with a median of $54,229 and an average of $58,366. This is lower than the Greater Adelaide benchmarks of a median income of $54,808 and an average income of $66,852. Applying Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of roughly $59,744 (median) and $64,302 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, individual incomes sit at the 56th percentile ($834 weekly), while household incomes are at the 39th percentile. Income distribution shows 43.6% of residents (4,141 individuals) are in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, which corresponds to the wider region where this segment makes up . Financial strain from housing costs is notable, with only of income remaining, placing the area in the th percentile.

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The mix of housing types in Munno Para West at the time of the last Census consisted of 98.5% standalone houses and 1.5% other housing styles (duplexes, townhouses, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to the Adelaide metropolitan breakdown of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwelling types. At the same time, the rate of home ownership in Munno Para West was below the Adelaide metropolitan average, standing at 8.9%, with the remaining properties occupied by people with a mortgage (49.1%) or renters (42.0%). The median monthly home loan payment was significantly below the Adelaide metropolitan benchmark at $1,319, and the median weekly rent was logged at $315, compared to metropolitan Adelaide figures of $1,562 and $320. On a national level, mortgage costs in Munno Para West are considerably lower than the Australian baseline of $1,863, and rent prices are far below the national figure of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 77.6%, consisting of 33.6% couples with children, 20.8% couples without children, and 22.3% single parent arrangements. Non-family households account for the remaining 22.4%, which includes single person homes at 18.9% and group living situations at 3.5%. The median household size of 2.8 individuals is larger than the Greater Adelaide standard of 2.5.

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The community has notable educational gaps, with university graduation rates (11.0%) sitting far below the Australian benchmark of 30.4%. This highlights both a clear deficiency and a potential focus area for directed educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 8.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees (1.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Practical and vocational skills are prominent, with 44.2% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.3%) and certificates (35.9%).

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Public transport reviews indicate there are 14 active passenger stops operating in Munno Para West, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 9 separate routes, which combine to deliver 377 passenger trips per week. Transit accessibility is classified as good, with homes generally situated within 325 meters of the closest stop. Because the area is mostly residential, the majority of workers commute to other districts, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 94%. Households own an average of 1.5 vehicles. A small proportion of residents, 5.2%, work from home (2021 Census; potentially reflecting COVID-19 pandemic guidelines).

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Medical indicators point to significant challenges in Munno Para West, according to Districts analysis of mortality statistics and the rate of chronic illnesses, which affect both younger and older residents, and the proportion of residents with private health insurance is low at roughly 50% of the population (~4,758 people). This is lower than the 52.7% recorded in Greater Adelaide and the national benchmark of 55.7%.

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Munno Para West displays cultural metrics that are close to the wider region's averages, with 84.0% of residents born in Australia, 91.0% holding citizenship, and 86.2% using only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, accounting for 32.7% of the local population. However, the most distinct variation is in the Other category, which represents 1.8% of the local population, matching the 1.8% average for Greater Adelaide.

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With a median age of 26, Munno Para West is significantly younger than Greater Adelaide's median of 39 and the Australian median of 38. The age distribution shows a high proportion of 25 - 34 year-olds (22.7%), whereas the 65 - 74 age bracket is smaller (3.2%) than in Greater Adelaide. This share of 25 - 34 year-olds is higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Post-2021 Census figures show the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 13.6% to 17.2% of the population. Conversely, the 55 to 64 group decreased from 6.5% to 5.3% and the to cohort fell from to . By Munno Para West is expected to experience shifts in its demographic composition. The to age cohort is projected to grow by people () from to . Meanwhile, the to cohort is expected to increase by just ( people).

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Munno Para West currently has an estimated 1,082 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 513 children aged 0-2 and 341 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 22% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 10% by 2041 (to approximately 1,191 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,178. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 18.2 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally.