Robe (SA)

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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area around the suburb of Robe, and new addresses validated by Districts, the estimated population is around 1,532 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 280 people (22.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,252 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 1,204, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and an additional 59 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 10.9 persons per square kilometer. Robe's growth rate of 22.4% since the 2021 census exceeded that of the SA3 area (6.9%) and the Rest of SA, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration, contributing approximately 81.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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Robe has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. Employment grew by 0.9% in the past year.

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The suburb of Robe had a median taxpayer income of $50,090 and an average income of $73,227 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by Districts for the financial year 2023. This is higher than the national average, contrasting with the Rest of SA's median income of $48,920 and average income of $58,933. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $54,498 (median) and $79,671 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household incomes were at the 16th percentile, while personal income was at the 37th percentile. Income analysis showed that the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket dominated with 30.3% of residents (464 people), reflecting patterns seen in the surrounding region where similarly occupied this range. Housing costs were modest with of income retained. However, total disposable income ranked at just the nd percentile nationally and the area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the th decile.

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In Robe, as per the latest Census evaluation, 96.0% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 4.1% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This compares to Non-Metro SA's 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Robe stood at 49.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 27.5% and rented ones at 23.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,232, higher than Non-Metro SA's average of $1,153. The median weekly rent in Robe was $250, compared to Non-Metro SA's $220. Nationally, Robe's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,232 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially lower at $250 against the national figure of $375.

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Family households constitute 66.7% of all households, including 19.3% couples with children, 42.5% couples without children, and 4.9% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 33.3%, with lone person households at 30.4% and group households comprising 2.1% of the total. The median household size is 2.1 people, which is smaller than the Rest of SA average of 2.3.

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The area's university qualification rate is 16.7%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 11.9%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.5%) and postgraduate qualifications (2.3%). Vocational credentials are also common, with 40.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas account for 10.4% and certificates for 30.3%.

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Robe's health outcomes data shows excellent results based on Districts' assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were very low across all age groups.

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Robe's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 89.5% of its population born in Australia, 91.8% being citizens, and 96.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Robe, comprising 44.6% of people. However, Buddhism shows an overrepresentation at 1.1%, compared to 0.6% across Rest of SA.

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Robe's median age is 54, notably higher than the Rest of SA figure of 47 and Australia's figure of 38 years. The 65-74 age group constitutes a strong 19.6% in Robe compared to Rest of SA, while the 5-14 cohort is less prevalent at 7.1%. This concentration of the 65-74 age group exceeds the national figure of 9.5%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has grown from 10.0% to 11.3%, while the 25-34 cohort increased from 9.2% to 10.3%. Conversely, the 5-14 cohort has declined from to . By demographic modeling suggests Robe's age profile will significantly evolve. Leading this shift, the + group is projected to grow by , reaching people from its current . Demographic aging continues as residents aged and older represent all anticipated growth. Conversely, both the - and - age groups are expected to decrease in numbers.

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Robe currently has an estimated 61 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 34 children aged 0-2 and 22 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 20% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 25% by 2041 (to approximately 46 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 104. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 6.1 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally.