Walkerville (SA)

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The suburb of Walkerville (SA) has an estimated population of around 3,414 as of May 2026, according to analysis of ABS population updates and new addresses validated by Districts since the Census. This figure represents an increase of 547 people (19.1%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 2,867 people. The adjustment is derived from a resident population of 3,404, as estimated by Districts after reviewing the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and incorporating an additional 15 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level corresponds to a density ratio of 2,798 persons per square kilometer, positioning the suburb within the upper quartile compared to national locations evaluated by Districts. The suburb of Walkerville (SA) achieved a 19.1% growth since the 2021 census, surpassing both the state figure of 7.5% and the SA3 area rate, thereby establishing it as a growth leader in the region. Population expansion in the area was mainly fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately of total population increases during recent periods.

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Walkerville is characterized by an educated labor force with a high concentration of professional services workers, a low unemployment rate of 2.9%, and an annual employment growth rate estimated at 7.8% based on localized statistical data. As of March 2026, there are 1,735 employed residents, and the local unemployment rate sits 0.9% below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%. However, labor force participation is lower at 61.2% compared to the 66.6% recorded across Greater Adelaide. According to Census records, a moderate 15.4% of the workforce operated from home, though these figures may have been influenced by pandemic-related lockdown measures.

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Postcode-level ATO data compiled by Districts for financial year 2023 shows that Walkerville has a median taxpayer income of $61,540 and an average income of $112,945. These figures are exceptionally high by national standards, comparing to a median of $54,808 and an average of $66,852 across Greater Adelaide. Factoring in a Wage Price Index increase of 10.17% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $67,799 for the median and $124,432 for the average. Census records show individual median weekly income is at the 77th percentile ($981 weekly), while household weekly income is at the 59th percentile. Looking at income distributions, 27.3% of the population (representing 932 individuals) earn between $1,500 and weekly, which aligns with the broader regional figure of in this bracket. The high proportion of top-bracket earners, with earning above weekly, points to substantial economic capacity in the area. After accounting for mortgage and rent payments, households retain of their income, indicating high disposable income, and the area is positioned in the th decile of the SEIFA index for income.

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Data from the latest Census shows that the housing stock in Walkerville consists of 50.1% standalone houses and 49.9% alternative dwellings, such as semi-detached homes, townhouses, and apartments. This contrasts with the broader Adelaide metropolitan area, where standalone houses make up 75.2% of dwellings and alternative structures account for 24.9%. Home ownership is highly prevalent in Walkerville at 41.1% of households, compared to metropolitan averages, while the remaining properties are either held with a mortgage (25.1%) or occupied by tenants (33.8%). The median monthly cost for mortgaged households is $2,167, which is notably higher than the metropolitan median of $1,562, while the median weekly rent stands at $373, compared to the regional median of $320. On a national scale, Walkerville home loan repayments are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rental costs remain below the countrywide median of $375.

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Families make up 59.0% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 26.0%, couples without children at 26.2%, and single-parent households at 6.6%. The remaining 41.0% consist of non-family households, with single-person households representing 37.0% and group housing making up 3.7% of the total. The median size of a household is 2.2 residents, which is lower than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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Residents of Walkerville display high rates of educational attainment, with 49.9% of the population aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% across SA and 28.9% in Greater Adelaide. This concentration of tertiary education positions the local workforce well for knowledge-based industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 31.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 14.4% and graduate diplomas at 4.3%. Vocational training is held by 21.2% of residents aged 15+, comprising advanced diplomas at 10.3% and certificates at 10.9%.

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Public transit infrastructure in Walkerville includes 15 active stops serviced by various bus connections. These stops accommodate 19 different transit lines, which provide 1,714 weekly passenger journeys. Transport convenience is rated highly, with the average home located 167 meters from the nearest stop. Because the suburb is primarily residential, the majority of working residents travel out of the area for employment, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 83% and bus travel accounting for 10%. Households own an average of 1.1 vehicles, which is lower than the metropolitan average. Additionally, 15.4% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic travel restrictions.

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Health indicators in Walkerville show positive outcomes based on assessments of death rates and the occurrence of long-term health conditions, with younger age groups showing a particularly low incidence of common medical issues. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, with approximately 71% of the population (2,440 people) holding cover, compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%.

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Walkerville features a higher level of cultural diversity than most comparable local property markets, with 22.3% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 32.0% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the main religious affiliation, representing 45.7% of the population. The most notable deviation from metropolitan averages is in the Other category, which accounts for 1.6% of residents, compared to 1.8% across Greater Adelaide.

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The median age of Walkerville residents is 46 years, placing it well above the Greater Adelaide median of 39 and the Australian national median of 38 years. The demographic breakdown shows a high concentration of residents aged 85 and older (6.2%), while the cohort aged 25 to 34 is relatively small (11.3%) compared to the metropolitan area. Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 35 to 44 has risen from 10.7% to 12.2%, and the 15 to 24 group has expanded from 10.8% to 12.2%, while the 45 to 54 group decreased from 12.7% to 11.1%. Long-term population forecasts for point to significant changes in the age structure, with the and older cohort expected to experience the fastest growth at , adding residents to reach a total of . In contrast, the group aged to is projected to grow by a modest (adding children).

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Walkerville currently has an estimated 102 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 77 children aged 0-2 and 50 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 1% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 61% by 2041 (to approximately 164 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 300. Birth rates in the area have averaged 7.3 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally).