Redhead (NSW)

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In accordance with population updates from the ABS for the wider region and address verifications conducted by Districts after the Census, the suburb of Redhead has a projected population of approximately 3,947 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 162 individuals (4.3%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented 3,785 residents. This demographic change is calculated from a resident count of 3,947, which Districts determined by analyzing the latest ABS ERP release from June 2025 alongside an additional 290 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population count translates to a density of 1,072 persons per square kilometer, a figure that aligns closely with standard averages across areas analyzed by Districts. The 4.3% expansion recorded in the suburb of Redhead since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 region (3.2%), positioning it as a primary driver of growth locally. This population rise was largely fueled by moves from other states, which accounted for roughly 52.0% of the overall gains in recent times.

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The suburb of Redhead possesses a highly educated workforce with strong representation in critical service fields, alongside an unemployment rate of only 1.9%, according to statistical area aggregations by Districts. In March 2026, there were 1,896 employed locals, with the unemployment rate sitting 2.2% below the Regional NSW average of 4.1%, while workforce participation was slightly soft at 58.6% compared to the regional average of 60.6%. Census figures show that a substantial 29.0% of the working population operated from home, though this may reflect pandemic lockdown measures.

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Taxpayer statistics from the ATO aggregated by Districts for financial year 2023 indicate that the suburb of Redhead has incomes above the national average. The median income for local taxpayers is $55,166, with an average of $74,186, compared to Regional NSW figures of $52,390 and $65,215. Adjusting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 yields estimated values of approximately $60,859 for the median and $81,842 for the average in March 2026. According to the Census, household, family, and individual incomes are moderate, placing between the 41st and 43rd percentiles. Weekly earnings between $400 - 799 represent the largest group at 26.2% (1,034 people), whereas the $1,500 - bracket is the largest regionally at . The suburb of Redhead displays diverse income brackets, with of residents receiving less than weekly and earning more than showing a varied socioeconomic landscape. Housing costs are manageable, with residents keeping of their earnings, although disposable income falls below the norm at the th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile.

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Residential architecture in the suburb of Redhead at the time of the latest Census consisted of 93.3% separate houses and 6.7% alternative housing types, such as townhouses and flats, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other options across Regional NSW. Home ownership was significantly higher than the regional benchmark, sitting at 57.2%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (29.4%) or occupied by tenants (13.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,300 was much higher than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, while the median weekly rent was $420 compared to the regional figure of $330. Nationally, local mortgage commitments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents exceed the national benchmark of $375.

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Families make up the majority of homes at 65.3%, consisting of couples with children at 32.2%, couples without children at 24.9%, and single parents at 7.8%. The remaining 34.7% are non-family households, with single-person households at 32.7% and group housing making up 1.7% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.4 residents is identical to the average across Regional NSW.

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The local academic profile is strong compared to the wider region, with university graduation rates of 29.2% for those aged 15 and over, exceeding both the Rest of NSW average of 21.3% and the SA3 average of 23.5%, reflecting a clear focus on tertiary studies. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 19.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 6.1% and graduate diplomas at 3.5%. Vocational skills are also prominent, with 37.5% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 25.9%.

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Public transport studies show 37 active transit stops within the suburb of Redhead, consisting of various bus options. These stops are served by 9 separate routes, which provide 116 weekly passenger services. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 149 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because the neighborhood is mostly residential, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars being the main transport mode for 95% of trips. Car ownership averages 1.5 vehicles per household. Additionally, 29.0% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data collected during pandemic conditions.

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Health indicators are positive for residents in the suburb of Redhead, with Districts investigations of mortality and illness showing results that align with national averages. The prevalence of common illnesses is low overall, though it rises above the national average among older, vulnerable groups, while private health insurance rates are high, covering roughly 56% of the population (approximately 2,219 individuals) compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW.

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The suburb of Redhead shows lower cultural diversity than average, with 89.5% of residents born in Australia, 93.3% holding citizenship, and 95.7% using only English at home. The main religious affiliation is Christianity, representing 55.6% of residents, which is close to the Regional NSW average of 55.9%.

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The median age of 48 years in the suburb of Redhead is higher than the Regional NSW average of 43 and the national average of 38. The age structure features a large proportion of 65 - 74 year-olds (15.6%), while the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller (5.6%) than the regional average. This concentration of 65 - 74 year-olds is higher than the national figure of 9.4%. Post-2021 Census estimates indicate that the 15 to 24 age bracket rose from 10.0% to 13.2% of the population, and the 65 to 74 group rose from 13.2% to 15.6%. In contrast, the cohort aged 85 and over decreased from to , and the to group fell from to . Projections suggest that the age structure in the suburb of Redhead will change by with the to cohort expected to grow by individuals () from to while the to and to groups are projected to contract.

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Redhead currently has an estimated 146 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 86 children aged 0-2 and 58 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 14% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 19% by 2041 (to approximately 174 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 397. Birth rates in the area have averaged 5.5 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.