Reynella (SA)

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According to investigations of ABS population statistics for the region and new home address coordinates confirmed by Districts post-Census, the suburb of Reynella has an estimated population of 4,961 in May 2026. This indicates a growth of 125 residents (2.6%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 4,836 individuals. The calculation relies on a resident population of 4,955 estimated by Districts using the June 2025 ABS ERP publication, alongside 21 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population translates to a density of 1,198 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical numbers recorded across various regions examined by Districts. In recent times, population expansion in the locality was mostly driven by arrivals from overseas, who made up about 51.0% of the total demographic increase.

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The suburb of Reynella maintains a diverse labour force of white-collar and blue-collar workers, with a solid representation of essential service fields, a jobless rate of just 3.6%, and an estimated job growth of 5.7% over the previous year, as aggregated by Districts. In March 2026, 2,791 residents were employed, while the unemployment rate was 0.3% lower than the 3.8% rate in Greater Adelaide. Workforce participation stands at a standard 69.5% relative to the Greater Adelaide baseline of 66.6%. Census figures indicate that a low 8.0% of local workers conducted their jobs from home, although this should be viewed in light of COVID-19 restriction periods.

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According to the latest postcode-level ATO details compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Reynella recorded a median income of $51,177 and an average income of $55,803. These figures are below the national averages, contrasting with the median income of $54,808 and average income of $66,852 in Greater Adelaide. Accounting for a 10.17% increase in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $56,382 for the median and $61,478 for the average in March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes are modest in the suburb of Reynella, positioning them between the 23rd and 31st percentiles. The data shows that the weekly income range of $1,500 - 2,999 is the most common, accounting for 35.5% of households (1,761 people), which matches regional trends where 31.8% of households are in this category. Financial pressure from housing is significant, leaving just 84.6% of income after housing costs, placing the area in the 25th percentile.

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The mix of housing in the suburb of Reynella at the time of the latest Census was 91.3% standalone houses and 8.7% other types of housing, including townhouses, units, and alternative dwellings, compared to the Adelaide metro split of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. The home ownership rate in the suburb of Reynella matched the Adelaide metro benchmark of 32.3%, with remaining households holding a mortgage (48.3%) or renting (19.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,300, which is below the Adelaide metro average, while the median weekly rent was $320, compared to Adelaide metro averages of $1,562 and $320. Nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb of Reynella are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national average of $375.

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Family households represent the largest segment at 68.7% of all residences, consisting of 28.1% couples with children, 25.7% couples without children, and 14.0% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 31.3%, with single occupant households representing 28.8% and group households making up 2.2%. The median household size of 2.4 persons is slightly below the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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The local population presents educational gaps, with university graduation rates at 16.7%, which is lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents an opportunity for focused learning programs. Bachelor degrees are held by 12.1% of residents, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.7% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Technical and trade qualifications are prominent, with 40.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas at 8.8% and certificates at 31.4%.

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Public transport services in the suburb of Reynella include 26 active transit stops, which are used by bus services. These stops are connected to 14 individual routes, which run a total of 1,033 passenger trips per week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 216 meters from the nearest stop. Commuter patterns are outward-focused, with private vehicles remaining the primary transport option at 92%. Dwellings have an average of 1.4 vehicles. A low 8.0% of working residents performed their jobs from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect COVID-19 pandemic guidelines.

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Health assessments point to notable challenges in the suburb of Reynella, based on Districts analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease trends across young and old cohorts, alongside a low private health insurance rate of approximately 49% of the population (~2,435 people). This compares to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%.

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The level of cultural diversity in the suburb of Reynella is similar to the broader metropolitan average, with 80.7% of residents born in Australia, 91.5% holding citizenship, and 90.6% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 37.0% of the population. The most visible local overrepresentation is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of residents, matching the 0.1% share across Greater Adelaide.

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With a median age of 38, the suburb of Reynella is close to the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and matches the national average of 38 years. Compared to the Greater Adelaide distribution, there is a notable concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 (15.9%), while those aged 85+ are underrepresented (1.8%). Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 5.9% to 7.8% of the population, whereas the 0 to 4 age group has shrunk from 6.2% to 4.6%, and the 35 to 44 age bracket has dropped from 15.2% to 14.0%. Demographic projections indicate the age structure in the suburb of Reynella will shift by 2041, with the 85+ cohort projected to double, adding 89 people (100%) to grow from 89 to 179. The combined age cohorts aged 65 and over will account for 58% of the overall population growth, showing an aging population, while the 65 to 74 and 0 to 4 groups are projected to contract.

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Reynella currently has an estimated 228 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 167 children aged 0-2 and 112 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 24% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 6% by 2041 (to approximately 215 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 433. Birth rates in the area have averaged 10.7 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.