Maylands
At 0.53 square kilometres, Maylands packs a $1,530,000 median house price and a university-educated majority into one of Adelaide's most compact footprints. The suburb's 58.9% university qualification rate runs 28.8 percentage points above the national figure, placing it among SA's most credentialled communities. Household income sits at the 66.1st percentile nationally, yet property prices rose 33.6% in a single year from $1,145,000 in early 2025 to $1,530,000 by early 2026. A population of 1,508 lives at 2,824 persons per square kilometre, and the SEIFA IEO decile of 8 confirms above-average education and occupation advantage.
Population
1,508
Median Age
41.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,832/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
30
Median House
$1.5M
Median 1Q 2026
The $1,530,000 median house price rose 33.6% from $1,145,000 just one year earlier, a sharper move than most Adelaide suburbs. Separate houses make up 65.4% of dwellings, giving buyers meaningful choice in a low-supply market, while semi-detached homes account for 29.4% and apartments only 4.6%. Three-bedroom homes dominate at 42.7%, followed by two-bedroom at 33.9%. Monthly mortgage repayments average $2,167, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 27.3%, below the 30% stress threshold despite prices well above the state median. Outright owners at 35.1% broadly match mortgage holders at 32.8%, indicating an established owner base rather than a suburb of heavily leveraged newcomers.
For Buyers
The $1,530,000 median house price rose 33.6% from $1,145,000 just one year earlier, a sharper move than most Adelaide suburbs. Separate houses make up 65.4% of dwellings, giving buyers meaningful choice in a low-supply market, while semi-detached homes account for 29.4% and apartments only 4.6%. Three-bedroom homes dominate at 42.7%, followed by two-bedroom at 33.9%. Monthly mortgage repayments average $2,167, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 27.3%, below the 30% stress threshold despite prices well above the state median. Outright owners at 35.1% broadly match mortgage holders at 32.8%, indicating an established owner base rather than a suburb of heavily leveraged newcomers.
For Investors
A renter share of 32.1% at $338 per week in weekly rent gives landlords a steady tenant pool, though the gross yield against a $1,530,000 median is thin. Vacancy at 5.4% is elevated and worth monitoring. Development activity reached 25 applications in the past 12 months, including new residential dwellings and ancillary structures, signalling continued confidence in the suburb. The migration picture favours long-term demand: overseas arrivals net 478 residents annually to the broader SA region driving population, while internal outflows run at 160 per year. The gentrification score sits at early signs stage, with population up 17% since 2011 and rent growth of 9.1% over the period, suggesting further price pressure rather than a market that has already peaked.
Development Activity
Total DAs
136
Last 12 Months
30
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+7.1%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
The median age of 41 matches the national figure closely, though senior share grew 2.9 percentage points over the decade while working-age share fell 1.9 points, pointing to gradual aging. University qualifications at 58.9% run 28.8 percentage points above the national average, one of the clearest markers of this suburb's professional character. Overseas-born residents reach 26.5%, which is 4.9 percentage points above the national figure. English ancestry leads at 542 residents, followed by Italian at 251 and Irish at 166, giving the community a European-heritage bent. Italian (44 speakers) and Greek (15) are the top non-English languages. Average household size of 2.2 is 0.3 below national, consistent with the 27.1% of families who are couples with no children.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
65.4%
Houses
29.4%
Townhouse
4.6%
Apartment
Tenure
Tenure splits relatively evenly: 35.1% own outright, 32.8% carry a mortgage and 32.1% rent. Outright owners edging ahead of mortgage holders points to an established wealth base. The stock is dominated by separate houses at 65.4%, with semi-detached at 29.4% providing an alternative entry point below the $1,530,000 median. Three-bedroom dwellings account for 42.7% of the stock and two-bedroom for 33.9%, so the market skews toward family-size accommodation. The median house price moved from $1,145,000 in early 2025 to $1,530,000 one year later, a 33.6% rise. Mortgage-to-income at 27.3% and rent-to-income at 18.4% both sit below standard stress thresholds, meaning existing holders are not under pressure to sell.
Median House Price Trend
Source: State Valuer-General
Mortgage / mo
$2,167
Rent / wk
$338
HH Size
2.2
Personal Income / wk
$1,018
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
5.4%
Unoccupied
37
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
18.4%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
27.3%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
27.1%
Couples, no children
1,115
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare leads the local industry mix at 19.4% of workers (122 people), followed by Professional and Technical Services at 17.6% (111) and Education at 12.2% (77). Public Administration accounts for 8.6% and Construction for 5.9%. By occupation, Professionals dominate at 332 workers, with Managers at 122 and Clerical and Administrative at 101. Full-time employment runs at 63.5% and unemployment at 5.2%, with a participation rate of 64.0%. The SEIFA IEO decile of 8 confirms above-average education and occupation standing nationally, while the IRSAD decile of 7 places the suburb in the upper half for socioeconomic advantage. Real incomes grew 7.8% over the decade. The low IER decile of 2 reflects the relatively small renter proportion and compact land holding rather than low incomes.
Unemployment
3.5%
Labour Force
10,816
Unemployed
379
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
63.5%
Part-time
31.3%
Participation
64.0%
Employed
768
Occupations
Top Industries
University
58.9%
Postgraduate
17.2%
Born Overseas
26.5%
Dwellings
650
Transport to Work
Car dependency runs at 74.9%, below the outer-suburban norm, and 9.6% of residents walk or cycle, an above-average active transport share for Adelaide. Public transport captures 10.4% of commuters. The suburb scores IRSAD decile 7, placing it in the upper tier of socioeconomic advantage nationally. Crime data shows 67 recorded incidents, giving a rate of 44.4 per 1,000 residents. Volunteering at 18.5% is healthy, and only 6.0% of residents (88 people) need daily assistance. No schools are recorded inside the 0.53 square kilometre boundary, so families draw on institutions in surrounding suburbs. Mortgage-to-income at 27.3% and rent-to-income at 18.4% both remain below stress levels, keeping housing affordable relative to local incomes.
Drive
74.9%
Public Transport
10.4%
Walk / Cycle
9.6%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+1.23%/yr
(+190 people/yr)
EstablishedAnnual population growth runs at 1.23%, adding approximately 190 persons per year. The 10-year population rise is 7.6%, and forecasts under the medium scenario project the broader area reaching 16,116 by 2031. Overseas migration is the primary driver at 478 net arrivals annually, offset by net internal outflow of 160, a pattern typical of inner suburbs that attract international residents but lose locals to outer areas. The gentrification stage registers early signs, supported by population up 17% since 2011 and rent growth of 9.1%. Affordability improved from 34.7% of income in 2011 to 28.6% in 2021, though the 33.6% price surge in 2025 to 2026 has likely reversed that trend. Development activity of 25 applications in 12 months confirms ongoing investment interest.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+478
Net Internal / yr
-160
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +17% since 2011, Net internal outflow -160/yr, Strong overseas inflow +478/yr, Accelerating: 0% → 16%
Safety & Crime
Total Offences
67
Year ending June 2024
Rate per 1,000 People
44.4
Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria / SA Police
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Maylands compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Maylands a good suburb to live in?
Maylands scores IRSAD decile 7 and IEO decile 8, placing it in the upper tier of socioeconomic advantage nationally. University qualifications reach 58.9%, which is 28.8 percentage points above the national average. Housing costs are manageable relative to incomes, with mortgage-to-income at 27.3% and rent-to-income at 18.4%, both below stress thresholds.
What is the median house price in Maylands?
The median house price is $1,530,000 as at early 2026, up 33.6% from $1,145,000 one year earlier. Weekly rent averages $338 and monthly mortgage repayments run about $2,167, giving a mortgage-to-income ratio of 27.3% relative to the local household income base.
What schools are in Maylands?
No schools are recorded inside the 0.53 square kilometre Maylands boundary in this dataset. Families draw on schools in neighbouring suburbs. The local population is highly educated, with university qualifications at 58.9%, which is 28.8 percentage points above the national figure.
Is Maylands safe?
Maylands recorded 67 incidents in the crime dataset, giving a rate of 44.4 per 1,000 residents. As a broader indicator, the suburb scores IRSD decile 6 and IRSAD decile 7, both in the upper half of socioeconomic advantage nationally, consistent with a stable, low-disadvantage community.
Is Maylands good for property investment?
The 33.6% price rise from $1,145,000 to $1,530,000 over one year is a strong capital growth signal, and 25 development applications in 12 months confirm ongoing activity. The renter share of 32.1% provides a tenant pool, though the vacancy rate of 5.4% is elevated. Overseas net migration of 478 per year to the broader area supports long-term demand.
How is Maylands's population changing?
Population is growing at 1.23% annually, adding around 190 persons per year. The 10-year population increase is 7.6%, and overseas migration is the primary driver at 478 net arrivals per year, partially offset by internal outflow of 160. Medium forecasts project the broader area reaching 16,116 by 2031.
How much development is happening in Maylands?
There were 25 development applications lodged in the past 12 months, including new residential dwellings, ancillary structures, swimming pools and tree management works. For a suburb of only 0.53 square kilometres and 1,508 residents, that represents an active pipeline and is consistent with the 33.6% price growth recorded over the same period.
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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