Thebarton (SA)

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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by Districts since the Census Thebarton's population is estimated at around 1,611 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 169 people (11.7%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,442 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 1,603, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 22 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,342 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by Districts. Thebarton's 11.7% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the state (7.5%), along with the SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 89.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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Thebarton boasts a highly educated workforce with essential services well represented, an unemployment rate of just 2.4%, and 7.7% in estimated employment growth over the past year, based on Districts aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,021 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.4% below Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%, and workforce participation is well beyond standard (74.4% compared to Greater Adelaide's 66.6%). Based on Census responses, a low 12.9% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

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Taxpayer data from the ATO for financial year 2023 indicates that the median income in the suburb of Thebarton is $56,371, with an average income of $67,244. These figures are close to the national middle ground, compared to a median of $54,808 and an average of $66,852 for Greater Adelaide. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index rise of 10.17% since financial year 2023, estimated figures for March 2026 stand at approximately $62,104 for the median and $74,083 for the average. Census data places individual weekly earnings at the 55th percentile ($831), whereas household incomes rank at the 31st percentile. Income distribution analysis shows 28.3% of residents (455 individuals) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the regional proportion of . Affordability pressures are notable, with residents retaining only of their income, placing the area in the th percentile for this metric, while its SEIFA ranking sits in the th decile.

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At the most recent Census, the mix of residential properties in the suburb of Thebarton consisted of 56.4% separate houses and 43.6% other options, including apartments and semi-detached dwellings, compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings across the Adelaide metro area. Home ownership rates are lower than the metropolitan average at 25.5%, with mortgaged properties representing 25.3% and rental properties making up 49.2% of local housing. The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the metropolitan benchmark at $1,627, while the median weekly rent was $315, compared to Adelaide metro averages of $1,562 and $320 respectively. On a national scale, mortgage costs are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent payments are below the country-wide figure of $375.

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Families make up 49.4% of all households in the suburb of Thebarton, consisting of 17.8% couples raising children, 19.1% couples without children, and 11.1% single-parent households. The remaining 50.6% are non-family households, with single-person households accounting for 39.3% and group households representing 10.5% of the total. The median household occupancy is 2.1 residents, which is smaller than the average of 2.5 observed across Greater Adelaide.

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The proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications in the suburb of Thebarton is high, with 39.7% of those aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% across SA and 28.9% in Greater Adelaide. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 26.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 9.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.6%. Vocational and technical training is also well represented, with 28.0% of the population aged 15+ holding qualifications in these areas, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.3% and certificates at 16.7%.

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Analysis of transit options indicates there are 24 active bus stops operating in the suburb of Thebarton. These locations are serviced by 14 separate routes, which combine to offer 1,591 passenger trips each week. Access to transport is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 169 meters from their nearest stop. Most residents travel outside the area for work, with private vehicles remaining the most common choice at 70%, followed by bus travel at 8% and walking at 6%. The average number of motor vehicles is 0.9 per household, which is below the metropolitan average. A relatively low proportion of residents (12.9%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the pandemic conditions at that time.

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Assessments of mortality and the occurrence of chronic conditions in the suburb of Thebarton point to lower health outcomes, with common illnesses slightly more frequent across both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is just above the SA2 average at approximately 54% of the population, representing about 863 people.

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The level of cultural diversity in the suburb of Thebarton is higher than in most equivalent markets, with 27.5% of residents born outside Australia and 27.9% using a language other than English in their households. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 36.1% of the population, while Buddhism shows the most distinct local concentration at 2.4%, matching the rate across Greater Adelaide.

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The median age in the suburb of Thebarton is 38, which is comparable to the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and matches the national figure of 38. The 25 - 34 age bracket is highly represented locally at 20.9%, compared to its share in Greater Adelaide, and sits well above the national average of 14.6%. Conversely, children aged 5 - 14 represent a lower share at 8.2%. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 cohort has increased from 19.6% to 20.9% of the population, while the 45 to 54 group decreased from 13.8% to 12.0%, and the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 9.3% to . Long-term projections indicate that by the demographic profile will shift, with the to cohort expected to increase by individuals () from to while the to group is forecast to grow by ( people).

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Thebarton currently has an estimated 75 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 47 children aged 0-2 and 30 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 42% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 7% by 2041 (to approximately 80 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 101. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.6 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally.