Woodville South (SA)

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The suburb of Woodville South currently has an estimated population of around 4,223 as of May 2026, according to analysis of ABS population updates and new addresses validated by Districts. This figure represents an increase of 759 people, which is a 21.9% rise since the 2021 Census that recorded 3,464 residents. The updated estimate is derived from a resident population of 4,181 calculated by Districts after reviewing the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025, plus seven additional validated new addresses since the Census date. With a density ratio of 2,872 persons per square kilometer, this level of population places the suburb in the upper quartile compared to national locations assessed by Districts. The 21.9% growth since the 2021 census surpassed the state rate of 7.5% and the SA3 area rate, positioning the suburb as a regional growth leader. Recent population gains were mainly driven by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 56% of the overall increase during recent periods.

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A highly trained workforce characterizes the suburb of Woodville South, alongside strong representation in community and essential services, an unemployment rate of only 2.1%, and a yearly jobs increase estimated at 9.6%. By March 2026, working residents numbered 2,598, with unemployment sitting 1.8% below the metropolitan rate of 3.8%. Labor force participation is exceptionally high at 76.7% compared to the capital city average of 66.6%. Census data showed that a minor 10.3% of workers performed their duties from home, though this was likely affected by pandemic restrictions.

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Tax data from FY 2023 indicates a median taxpayer income of $56,571 and an average of $64,040 in the suburb of Woodville South. This trails national benchmarks but compares favorably to the metropolitan median of $54,808, though it is lower than the metropolitan average of $66,852. Factoring in a wage index rise of 10.17% since FY 2023, estimated March 2026 earnings would stand at a median of $62,324 and an average of $70,553. Census records place local household, family, and individual incomes at the 56th percentile nationwide. The largest earnings group comprises 35.6% of the workforce (1,503 individuals) earning between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the metropolitan bracket of 31.8%. Discretionary funds remain at 85.1% of income once housing costs are paid, placing the area in the 5th decile for socio-economic income advantage.

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At the time of the census, standalone houses made up 79.5% of properties in the suburb of Woodville South, while apartments, semi-detached houses, and other styles made up 20.4%. This compares to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings across the metropolitan area. Outright home ownership matches the metropolitan benchmark of 31.2%, with mortgaged properties making up 42.2% and rental properties accounting for 26.6%. The typical monthly home loan payment was $1,800, notably higher than the metropolitan average of $1,562. The median weekly rental payment was $340, compared to the wider metropolitan figure of $320. Nationally, local mortgage commitments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national median of $375.

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Families make up 70.1% of local households, consisting of couples with children (33.9%), couples without children (23.6%), and single-parent homes (11.4%). Single-person dwellings constitute 25.6% of the area, and group households account for 4.1%, leaving non-family settings at 29.9% overall. The average household size of 2.5 residents is identical to the metropolitan average.

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The proportion of residents in the suburb of Woodville South holding a university degree is 27.7%, slightly below the national average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 20.6%, with postgraduate qualifications at 5.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Practical and vocational qualifications are highly prevalent, with 33.1% of residents aged 15 and over holding certificates (23.6%) or advanced diplomas (9.5%).

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The suburb of Woodville South has 12 active public transport stops, serviced by a network of buses. These stops accommodate 19 different routes, which provide 1,141 passenger journeys weekly. Accessibility is favorable, with residents living an average of 317 meters from their nearest transit stop. Commuting patterns reflect the residential nature of the suburb, with outward travel dominated by private vehicles at 86% and buses at 5%. Households own an average of 1.4 cars. Home-based work was recorded at 10.3% at the time of the 2021 Census, which was likely influenced by public health restrictions.

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Medical indicators for the suburb of Woodville South are positive, with illness and mortality rates matching national standards. Common health conditions are distributed normally across age groups, and private health coverage is slightly ahead of regional averages, covering approximately 52% of the population, which equates to about 2,209 individuals.

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The suburb of Woodville South displays high levels of multiculturalism compared to most regional markets, with 24.7% of residents born abroad and 26.8% communicating in a language other than English at home. Christianity is the dominant faith, practiced by 54.1% of the population. The most prominent statistical variance is in the religious category of Other, which accounts for 2.5% of locals compared to 1.8% across the capital city.

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The median age of 37 in the suburb of Woodville South is slightly younger than the metropolitan average of 39 and very close to the national average of 38. The 35 to 44 age bracket is highly represented at 16.1%, while seniors aged 75 to 84 are underrepresented at 4.9%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has expanded from 13.9% to 16.1%, while the 45 to 54 cohort has shrunk from 12.9% to 11.8%. Long-term forecasts suggest significant shifts by 2041, with the 45 to 54 demographic projected to grow by 35% (173 people) to reach 672 from 498, while the 0 to 4 group is expected to grow by a modest 9%, adding 25 children.

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Woodville South currently has an estimated 291 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 176 children aged 0-2 and 117 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 32% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 9% by 2041 (to approximately 317 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 358. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.8 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.