Fullarton
At a median house price of $1,951,500 in early 2026, Fullarton sits well above the South Australian median, yet household income lands at only the 58.5th percentile nationally, a gap that explains why 30.7% of residents carry a mortgage while 35.2% own outright. The suburb spans just 1.35 km2 with 4,500 residents, giving a density of 3,321 people per km2. University qualifications reach 56.9%, which is 26.8 points above the national figure, and the median age of 44 is 4 years older than the national average. These two signals together point to an established, professional enclave where wealth is held in property rather than income, and where long-tenure ownership is the norm.
Population
4,500
Median Age
44.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,686/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
40
Median House
$2.0M
Median 1Q 2026
The $1,951,500 median house price represents a 12.5% rise from $1,735,000 just one year earlier in 1Q 2025, one of the stronger short-term moves in the Adelaide premium tier. Stock is split almost equally between separate houses (49.5%), semi-detached dwellings (30.0%), and apartments (20.5%), so buyers seeking a standalone home compete for roughly half the total supply. Two-bedroom dwellings account for 38.1% and three-bedroom for 35.0%, meaning the market leans toward smaller family configurations rather than large estates. Monthly mortgage repayments average $2,000 and mortgage-to-income sits at 27.4%, below the 30% stress threshold despite the high entry price, because the high university-educated cohort commands above-average incomes. Outright owners at 35.2% outnumber mortgage holders at 30.7%, reflecting long holding periods in a suburb where 76% of residents stayed over the Census period.
For Buyers
The $1,951,500 median house price represents a 12.5% rise from $1,735,000 just one year earlier in 1Q 2025, one of the stronger short-term moves in the Adelaide premium tier. Stock is split almost equally between separate houses (49.5%), semi-detached dwellings (30.0%), and apartments (20.5%), so buyers seeking a standalone home compete for roughly half the total supply. Two-bedroom dwellings account for 38.1% and three-bedroom for 35.0%, meaning the market leans toward smaller family configurations rather than large estates. Monthly mortgage repayments average $2,000 and mortgage-to-income sits at 27.4%, below the 30% stress threshold despite the high entry price, because the high university-educated cohort commands above-average incomes. Outright owners at 35.2% outnumber mortgage holders at 30.7%, reflecting long holding periods in a suburb where 76% of residents stayed over the Census period.
For Investors
With 34.2% of residents renting and weekly rent at $345, Fullarton offers a functional tenant pool, though the $1,951,500 median implies a gross yield of around 0.9%, very low even by premium Adelaide standards. The 7.2% vacancy rate is elevated compared to the broader Adelaide market, pointing to some softness in the rental segment. Development activity reached 35 applications in 12 months, mostly signage and tree removal works rather than new residential supply, so stock pressure is limited. The rent-to-income ratio of 20.5% means tenants face little financial stress, supporting rental retention. The investment case depends on continued capital growth, which at 12.5% over the past year has been strong, rather than on yield, and the suburb's concentration of professionals and healthcare workers underpins sustained demand.
Development Activity
Total DAs
276
Last 12 Months
40
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+5.3%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Fullarton iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
Sunrise Christian School Fullarton
R-6 · 175 students
Demographics
The median age of 44 is 4 years above the national figure, placing Fullarton firmly in the older end of the age distribution nationally. Overseas-born residents make up 30.5% of the population, which is 8.9 points above national. English ancestry dominates at 1,637 residents, followed by Scottish (488) and Irish (406), while Chinese ancestry counts 345. The top non-English languages are Mandarin (106 speakers) and Hindi (47), reflecting a small but growing international professional cohort. University qualifications at 56.9% run 26.8 points above national, among the highest in South Australia. Average household size is 2.3, which is 0.2 below the national average, consistent with the couples-without-children profile: 27.6% of families have no children. Volunteering at 21.9% indicates a resident base with capacity and willingness to engage in community life.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
49.5%
Houses
30.0%
Townhouse
20.5%
Apartment
Tenure
Tenure in Fullarton divides into three roughly comparable groups: 35.2% own outright, 30.7% carry a mortgage, and 34.2% rent. The nearly equal split between owners and renters is unusual for a suburb at this price point and reflects the mix of long-held family homes and smaller apartments rented by professionals. The stock leans toward two and three bedroom dwellings (38.1% and 35.0% respectively), with four-plus bedroom homes at only 19.5%, lower than comparable premium suburbs. Semi-detached dwellings account for 30.0%, above the national average for this housing type, which is a legacy of the suburb's compact 1.35 km2 footprint. The median house price rose from $1,735,000 to $1,951,500 between 1Q 2025 and 1Q 2026, a 12.5% gain in one year, and reached its peak value at the latest measurement. Mortgage-to-income at 27.4% and rent-to-income at 20.5% both sit below common stress thresholds.
Median House Price Trend
Source: State Valuer-General
Mortgage / mo
$2,000
Rent / wk
$345
HH Size
2.3
Personal Income / wk
$846
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
7.2%
Unoccupied
138
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
20.5%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
27.4%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
27.6%
Couples, no children
3,169
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is the dominant employer at 22.9% of the workforce (369 workers), more than double its typical share in most suburban areas nationally, followed by Professional/Tech at 13.8% (223 workers) and Education at 12.5% (202 workers). By occupation, Professionals (768) and Managers (308) together account for the largest share, consistent with a knowledge-economy workforce. The unemployment rate is 5.7% and full-time employment rate is 59.5%, with 794 part-time workers suggesting a portion of the highly educated workforce chooses flexible arrangements. Participation at 55.2% sits below what the income level might suggest because 1,484 residents are not in the labour force, partly explained by the older median age of 44. The concentration of healthcare and education workers creates a stable employment base less exposed to economic cycle volatility than finance or construction-heavy suburbs.
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
59.5%
Part-time
34.8%
Participation
55.2%
Employed
1,962
Occupations
Top Industries
University
56.9%
Postgraduate
18.3%
Born Overseas
30.5%
Dwellings
1,768
Transport to Work
Car dependency is the norm at 76.7% of residents driving, though 8.7% use public transport and 8.6% walk or cycle, above the average for suburbs at this distance from a CBD. No schools are recorded within the Fullarton boundary in this dataset, so families rely on institutions in neighbouring suburbs. The crime rate of 60.7 incidents per 1,000 residents translates to 273 recorded offences across the population of 4,500; context on specific categories is not available, but the rate is within a range typical for inner-ring Adelaide suburbs. Rent-to-income at 20.5% keeps renters below common financial stress thresholds, while mortgage-to-income at 27.4% does the same for buyers. Only 8.9% of residents (389 people) need daily assistance, low relative to the older median age of 44, suggesting a healthy and capable population.
Drive
76.7%
Public Transport
8.7%
Walk / Cycle
8.6%
Work from Home
N/A
Safety & Crime
Total Offences
273
Year ending June 2024
Rate per 1,000 People
60.7
Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria / SA Police
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Fullarton compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fullarton a good suburb to live in?
Fullarton has a highly educated resident base, with university qualifications at 56.9%, which is 26.8 points above the national average. Household incomes sit at the 58.5th percentile nationally. The older median age of 44 and 76% residential stability over the Census period point to a settled, established area. The main trade-off is a $1,951,500 median house price and limited public transport, with 76.7% of residents driving.
What is the median house price in Fullarton?
The median house price is $1,951,500 as of 1Q 2026, up 12.5% from $1,735,000 in 1Q 2025. Weekly rent averages $345 and monthly mortgage repayments run around $2,000, with a mortgage-to-income ratio of 27.4%, below the 30% stress threshold.
What schools are in Fullarton?
No schools are recorded within the Fullarton boundary in this dataset. Families draw on schools in neighbouring inner-Adelaide suburbs. The resident population is highly educated, with 56.9% holding university qualifications, which is 26.8 percentage points above the national average.
Is Fullarton safe?
The recorded crime rate is 60.7 incidents per 1,000 residents, totalling 273 offences across the 4,500-person population. Specific crime categories are not available in this dataset. As a broader indicator, only 8.9% of residents (389 people) require daily assistance, consistent with a low-disadvantage inner-Adelaide suburb.
Is Fullarton good for property investment?
Weekly rent of $345 against a $1,951,500 median implies a gross yield near 0.9%, very low. The 7.2% vacancy rate is elevated compared to the broader Adelaide average. However, price growth of 12.5% in one year to 1Q 2026 has been strong, and a 34.2% renter share provides a consistent tenant pool. Returns depend heavily on continued capital appreciation rather than yield.
How is Fullarton's population changing?
Specific population growth forecasts are not available in this dataset. The current population is 4,500 with a density of 3,321 per km2. The suburb shows high stability, with 76% of residents remaining over the Census period and a turnover rate of only 24%, suggesting slow organic change rather than rapid growth or decline.
What languages are spoken in Fullarton?
About 30.5% of Fullarton residents were born overseas, which is 8.9 points above the national figure. The most common non-English languages are Mandarin (106 speakers), Hindi (47), Greek (37) and Italian (28), reflecting a small international professional community alongside the predominantly English-speaking resident base.
How much development is happening in Fullarton?
There were 35 development applications lodged in the past 12 months. Recent examples include signage installations and a tree removal application, rather than new dwelling construction. This modest activity level, relative to the 1.35 km2 footprint and 4,500 residents, suggests Fullarton is not undergoing significant densification.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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