Torrensville (SA)

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According to investigations of ABS population updates for the wider region and new addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Torrensville has an estimated population of 4,369 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 259 individuals (6.3%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 4,110 people. This adjustment is calculated from a resident population of 4,363, determined by Districts after examining the ABS's June 2025 release of ERP figures, along with an extra 13 verified new locations since the Census date. Such a population count results in a density of 2,141 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical density of nationwide locations monitored by Districts. The 6.3% rise in the suburb of Torrensville since the Census is within 1.2 percentage points of the state level (7.5%), showing competitive expansion characteristics. Overseas migration was the primary driver of growth in the area, accounting for roughly 89.0% of the total population increases in recent times.

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The suburb of Torrensville possesses a highly qualified workforce, with a strong showing in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 2.1%, and an estimated job growth of 6.8% over the last year, based on Districts' compiled statistical area data. As of March 2026, 2,865 local residents are employed, which leaves the unemployment rate 1.7% below the 3.8% recorded across Greater Adelaide, while workforce participation is exceptionally high at 76.9% compared to 66.6% in Greater Adelaide. Census records show that a modest 11.6% of residents worked from their homes, though the influence of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions should be taken into account.

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According to Districts' compilation of the latest postcode-level ATO statistics published for financial year 2023, the suburb of Torrensville recorded a median taxpayer income of $54,200, with the average income at $64,655. These figures are below the national averages and compare to levels of $54,808 and $66,852 across Greater Adelaide. Factoring in a Wage Price Index increase of 10.17% since financial year 2023, current calculations place these figures at roughly $59,712 for the median and $71,230 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Torrensville are modest, falling between the 47th and 49th percentiles nationally. The statistics show the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common, accounting for 32.4% of residents ( people), which aligns with the wider region where of households sit in this bracket. Financial strain from housing costs is substantial, with only of income remaining after housing expenses, placing the area in the th percentile, while its SEIFA income metric places it in the th decile.

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Residential structures in the suburb of Torrensville at the time of the latest Census consisted of 71.1% houses and 28.8% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings across the Adelaide metropolitan region. Meanwhile, the home ownership rate in the suburb of Torrensville matched the Adelaide metropolitan average of 32.8%, with the remaining properties occupied by people with a mortgage (29.4%) or tenants renting (37.7%). The median monthly mortgage cost of $1,863 was higher than the Adelaide metropolitan average of $1,562, while the median weekly rent was $360, compared to $320 across Adelaide. On a national level, mortgage costs in the suburb of Torrensville align with the Australian average of $1,863, whereas weekly rents are below the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 63.7%, consisting of 24.4% couples with children, 28.2% couples without children, and 9.6% single parents. The remaining 36.3% are non-family households, with single-person households representing 27.9% and group households accounting for 8.2% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.4 people is slightly below the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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Academic credentials in the suburb of Torrensville are considerably higher than broader averages, with 38.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% across SA and 28.9% in Greater Adelaide. This high level of education positions the local workforce well for opportunities in knowledge-based industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 25.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees (10.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.6%). Vocational training accounts for 24.5% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.6%) and certificates (15.9%).

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An analysis of public transport reveals 19 active stops within the suburb of Torrensville, which are served by buses. These stops accommodate 25 separate routes, providing a total of 2,253 weekly passenger journeys. Access to transport is excellent, with residents living an average of 199 meters from their nearest stop. Because it is a mostly residential area, the majority of workers travel outside the suburb for employment, with private cars remaining the primary travel choice at 74%, followed by buses at 13% and bicycles at 5%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.1 cars per dwelling, which is below the regional average. A relatively low proportion of residents (11.6%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic conditions.

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The suburb of Torrensville displays positive health profiles, based on Districts' evaluation of mortality data and the occurrence of chronic illnesses, which shows a low incidence of typical medical issues in both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is slightly above the SA2 average at approximately 53% of the population (~2,296 people).

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The suburb of Torrensville has a high level of cultural diversity, with 32.7% of its residents born outside Australia and 36.7% using a language other than English at home. The principal religion is Christianity, representing 45.5% of the population. The most notable difference in religious affiliation is in the Other category, which accounts for 2.0% of the population, compared to 1.8% across Greater Adelaide.

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The median age of residents in the suburb of Torrensville is 36 years, slightly below the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and the national median of 38. Compared to the wider Adelaide region, the suburb of Torrensville has a higher proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (22.5%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (8.6%). The percentage of residents in the 25 - 34 bracket is significantly higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, this 25 to 34 cohort has increased from 20.6% to 22.5% of the population, whereas the 45 to 54 group has decreased from 12.3% to 10.7%. By the age distribution of the suburb of Torrensville is projected to evolve, with the to age bracket leading the changes by expanding (an increase of people) to reach from while the to group is expected to grow by a more modest , adding children.

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Torrensville currently has an estimated 209 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 127 children aged 0-2 and 85 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 22% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 10% by 2041 (to approximately 229 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 273. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.2 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally.