Nuriootpa (SA)

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According to ABS demographic updates for the wider region alongside new address datasets verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Nuriootpa has an estimated population of 7,837 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 936 residents (13.6%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 6,901 inhabitants. This variation is derived from a resident headcount of 7,628, calculated by Districts using the ABS demographic release from June 2025 combined with 271 verified new locations established after the Census. This count indicates a density of 190 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and space for additional building. The 13.6% growth rate in the suburb of Nuriootpa since the 2021 census was higher than the Rest of SA (5.9%) and its SA4 region, making it a regional growth leader. Population expansion was mostly supported by arrivals from other states, which accounted for approximately 87.0% of the overall population increases in recent times.

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The local workforce is split between professional and industrial roles, with a strong manufacturing base, an unemployment rate of only 2.8%, and job growth estimated at 4.1% over the past year based on statistical area data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, there were 3,746 employed residents, with the local unemployment rate sitting 2.7% below the Regional SA mark of 5.5%, while participation rates were similar to the 58.4% recorded across Regional SA. Census figures show that a low 7.9% of the workforce worked from home, though this data is affected by pandemic lockdowns.

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Tax office data for the 2023 financial year indicates that incomes in this area are below the national baseline, showing a median income of $50,883 and an average of $58,339. By comparison, Regional SA recorded a median of $48,920 and an average of $58,933. Adjusting for a 10.17% rise in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at roughly $56,058 for the median and $64,272 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual incomes between the 21st and 27th percentiles nationwide. The largest cohort comprises 31.6% of residents (2,476 individuals) who earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, mirroring the metropolitan zone where fall into the same bracket. Residents retain of their income after housing costs, which sits at the th percentile nationally.

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At the time of the last Census, the local housing stock consisted of 93.3% separate houses and 6.7% alternative housing styles including townhouses and apartments, compared to Regional SA which had 88.5% houses and 11.5% other housing types. Home ownership was slightly lower than the Regional SA average, sitting at 37.9%, while mortgaged properties accounted for 38.7% and rented properties made up 23.4% of dwellings. Monthly mortgage costs were higher than the Regional SA average, with a median of $1,348 compared to $1,153, while weekly rent was $295 compared to $220. Compared to national benchmarks, mortgage payments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also below the national figure of $375.

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Families make up 68.1% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 25.0%, couples without children at 32.5%, and single parents at 10.0%. The remaining 31.9% are non-family households, with single-person households representing 30.2% and group houses accounting for 1.6%. The median size of households is 2.3 individuals, aligning with the Regional SA average.

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Attainment levels point to educational gaps, as university graduation rates stand at 13.7%, which is lower than the Australian baseline of 30.4%. This highlights a need for targeted educational strategies. Bachelor degrees represent 9.9% of qualifications, with postgraduate qualifications at 1.9% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 39.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade qualifications, comprising advanced diplomas at 9.7% and certificates at 29.7%.

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Health assessments by Districts indicate notable challenges, with chronic illness and mortality rates elevated across age brackets, while private health insurance coverage is low, held by approximately 50% of residents (~3,925 individuals) compared to the national average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity metrics are below the national average, with 90.0% of residents born in Australia, 94.1% holding citizenship, and 97.1% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 52.2% of the population. The most distinct relative overrepresentation is in Judaism, which is practiced by 0.1% of residents compared to none across Regional SA.

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The median age is 45, which is lower than the Regional SA average of 47 but higher than the national median of 38. The 15 - 24 age bracket is overrepresented at 11.8% of the local population, whereas the 55 - 64 bracket is underrepresented at 11.6%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 75 to 84 has increased from 8.7% to 10.6% of the population, while the 65 to 74 group fell from 13.8% to 12.9%. Projections for 2041 indicate major changes in the age profile, with the 85+ cohort expected to more than double by adding 439 residents (147%), growing from to . Seniors aged and over will account for of the total population growth, reflecting an aging population, whereas declines are expected in the to and to age groups.

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Nuriootpa currently has an estimated 352 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 205 children aged 0-2 and 137 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 16% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 6% by 2041 (to approximately 373 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 681. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.7 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 30% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.