South Australia · Suburb Profile

Walker Flat SA — Suburb Profile

Population, median income, rent prices, housing costs and demographics for Walker Flat, South Australia. ABS Census 2021.

The population of Walker Flat SA is 92 according to the 2021 Census. The median personal income in Walker Flat is $506 per week ($26,312 per year). Median rent in Walker Flat is $213 per week ($923 per month). Walker Flat has a median age of 61 years, older than the national median of 38. Walker Flat has a population density of 0.7 people per km².

The most common overseas birthplace in Walker Flat is England. The most common religion is No Religion (51% of residents). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Walker Flat is $1,011.

There were 1 recorded offences in Walker Flat in 2025-26, a rate of 11 offences per 1,000 people. The most common offence category was theft (1 offences).

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Walker Flat Population

residents (Census 2021)

Walker Flat Median Income & Rent

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Median Income

$506/wk

$26,312 per year

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Median Rent

$213/wk

$923 per month

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Median Age

61years

23 years older than national median

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Mortgage

$1,011/mo

Avg household size: 1.7 · 0.8 per bedroom

Walker Flat Demographics

Gender Split

Male 57.1% (52) Female 42.9% (39)

Population Density

0.7

people per km²

92 people · 140.6 km²

Households

1.7

Avg household size

0.8

Persons per bedroom

$966

Family income/wk

Walker Flat Age Distribution

20-24

25-29

30-34

45-49

50-54

55-59

60-64

65-69

70-74

75-79

80-84

85+

♂ Male ♀ Female

Source: ABS Census 2021 — Suburb & Locality (SAL)

Walker Flat Housing Tenure

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Owned outright

100.0% 33 dwellings

Source: ABS Census 2021 — Suburb & Locality (SAL)

Walker Flat Country of Birth

Australia

88.2%

England

5.9%

Germany

5.9%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G09 — Country of Birth by SAL

Walker Flat Religion

No Religion

51.1%

Catholic

15.6%

Anglican

12.2%

Lutheran

10.0%

Uniting Church

6.7%

Not stated

4.4%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G14 — Religion by SAL

Walker Flat Education Level

Year 12 or equivalent

43.1%

Year 10 or equivalent

27.8%

Year 11 or equivalent

23.6%

Year 9 or equivalent

5.6%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G16 — Highest Year of School by SAL

Walker Flat Employment

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Employed full-time

23.2% 19 people

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Employed part-time

19.5% 16 people

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Not in labour force

57.3% 47 people

Source: ABS Census 2021 G46 — Labour Force Status by SAL

Walker Flat Qualifications

Certificate III/IV

52.5%

Advanced Diploma/Diploma

25.0%

Bachelor Degree

22.5%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G49 — Non-School Qualification by SAL

Walker Flat Occupation

Labourers

40.0%

Managers

25.0%

Community & Personal Service

20.0%

Professionals

15.0%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G51 — Industry of Employment by Occupation

Walker Flat Field of Study

Engineering

100.0%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G51 — Field of Study by SAL

Walker Flat Dwelling Types

Separate house

100.0%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G36 — Dwelling Structure by SAL

Walker Flat Weekly Household Income

$1-$149/wk

9.1%

$150-$299/wk

9.1%

$300-$399/wk

12.1%

$400-$499/wk

24.2%

$650-$799/wk

12.1%

$800-$999/wk

15.2%

$1,000-$1,249/wk

9.1%

$1,250-$1,499/wk

9.1%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G33 — Household Income by SAL

Walker Flat Marital Status

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Married

41.9% 36

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Separated

4.7% 4

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Divorced

19.8% 17

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Widowed

8.1% 7

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Never married

25.6% 22

Source: ABS Census 2021 G05 — Marital Status by SAL

Walker Flat Ancestry

Australian

39.5%

English

35.1%

German

15.8%

Scottish

7.0%

Irish

2.6%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G08 — Ancestry by SAL

Walker Flat School & University Attendance

Secondary — Government

100.0%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G15 — Type of Educational Institution by SAL

Walker Flat Need for Assistance

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Needs assistance

3.4% 6

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No need for assistance

96.6% 168

Source: ABS Census 2021 G18 — Core Activity Need for Assistance by SAL

Walker Flat Volunteering

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Volunteer

25.6% 22

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Not a volunteer

74.4% 64

Source: ABS Census 2021 G23 — Voluntary Work by SAL

Walker Flat How People Get to Work

Car (driver)

46.4%

Other

25.0%

Walked only

17.9%

Did not go to work

10.7%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G62 — Method of Travel to Work by SAL

Walker Flat Car Ownership

1 vehicle

38.6%

2 vehicles

45.5%

3 vehicles

6.8%

4+ vehicles

9.1%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G34 — Motor Vehicles per Dwelling by SAL

Walker Flat Number of Bedrooms

1 bedroom

8.9%

2 bedrooms

33.3%

3 bedrooms

40.0%

4 bedrooms

17.8%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G41 — Number of Bedrooms by SAL

Walker Flat Population Mobility

11.3%

moved in the last year

34.1%

moved in the last 5 years

5.7%

unemployment rate (Census)

39.8%

labour force participation

Source: ABS Census 2021 G43 — Summary by SAL

Walker Flat Indigenous Population

0.0%

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander

Indigenous residents

173

Non-Indigenous residents

Source: ABS Census 2021 G07 — Indigenous Status by SAL

Walker Flat Long-term Health Conditions

Heart disease

Mental health

Arthritis

Asthma

Diabetes

Source: ABS Census 2021 G19 — Long-term Health Conditions by SAL

Walker Flat Personal Weekly Income Distribution

$0 or less/wk

11.8%

$1-$149/wk

5.9%

$150-$299/wk

5.9%

$300-$399/wk

14.7%

$400-$499/wk

11.8%

$500-$649/wk

8.8%

$650-$799/wk

14.7%

$800-$999/wk

7.4%

$1,000-$1,249/wk

8.8%

$1,250-$1,499/wk

5.9%

$1,500-$1,749/wk

4.4%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G17 — Personal Income by SAL

Walker Flat Family Structure

Couple — no children

53.8%

Couple — children under 15

23.1%

Couple — no children under 15

11.5%

One parent — children under 15

5.8%

One parent — no children under 15

5.8%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G29 — Family Composition by SAL

Walker Flat Military Service

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Previously served

3.8% 3

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Never served

96.3% 77

Source: ABS Census 2021 G22 — ADF Service by SAL

Walker Flat Unpaid Carers

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Provided unpaid assistance

12.2% 11

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Did not provide

87.8% 79

Source: ABS Census 2021 G25 — Unpaid Assistance by SAL

Walker Flat Children Ever Born

No children

27.3%

1 child

36.4%

3 children

36.4%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G28 — Children Ever Born by SAL

Walker Flat When Migrants Arrived

1951–1960

1961–1970

1981–1990

Source: ABS Census 2021 G10 — Year of Arrival by SAL

Walker Flat Unpaid Domestic Work

Less than 5 hours

15.1%

5–14 hours

29.0%

15–29 hours

21.5%

30+ hours

11.8%

Did not do domestic work

22.6%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G24 — Unpaid Domestic Work by SAL

Walker Flat Household Size

1 person

56.8%

2 persons

34.1%

4 persons

9.1%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G35 — Household Size by SAL

Walker Flat Where Residents Moved From

Same address

Moved from SA

Source: ABS Census 2021 G44 — Address 1 Year Ago by SAL

Walker Flat Family Blending

Intact family — no other children

100.0%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G31 — Family Blending by SAL

Walker Flat Crime Statistics

Reported offences in 2025-26 — 1 total

Theft

Offence trend by year:

2021

2022

2023

2024

2025

Source: SA Government Open Data — data.sa.gov.au

Walker Flat Rent Prices & Affordability

26%

of income

Moderate

Household Income $816/wk

Median Rent $213/wk

Rent-to-Income 26.1%

Rent is between 25–35% of household income — moderate housing costs.

If you earn X in Walker Flat

Your weekly income

≈ $3,536/month

Median rent $213/wk

Left after rent $603/wk

Rent share 26.1%

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Walker Flat vs State & National Average

Nearby Suburbs in SA

Boatswain Point

Pop: 46 Income: $668/wk Rent: $200/wk

Calomba

Pop: 46 Income: $959/wk Rent: $200/wk

Honiton

Pop: 46 Income: $849/wk Rent: $200/wk

Thomas Plain

Pop: 46 Income: $1,050/wk Rent: $100/wk

Thornlea

Pop: 46 Income: $1,050/wk Rent: $180/wk

Leighton

Pop: 46 Income: $825/wk Rent: $180/wk

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Frequently Asked Questions About Walker Flat

What is the population of Walker Flat SA?

The population of Walker Flat SA is 92 according to the ABS Census 2021.The suburb has a population density of 0.7 people per km².

What is the median income in Walker Flat?

The median personal income in Walker Flat SA is $506 per week, or $26,312 per year.The median household income is $816 per week.Family income is $966 per week.

How much is rent in Walker Flat?

Median rent in Walker Flat SA is $213 per week ($923 per month).Rent represents 26.1% of household income, which is considered moderate.

What are mortgage repayments in Walker Flat?

The median monthly mortgage repayment in Walker Flat SA is $1,011. This data comes from the ABS Census 2021 and reflects mortgage repayments for owner-occupied dwellings.

What is the median age in Walker Flat?

The median age in Walker Flat SA is 61 years.This is older than the national median age of 38 years.

Is Walker Flat a good suburb to live in?

Walker Flat is a suburb in South Australia with a population of 92.The median income is $506/wk, which is below the SA average of $763/wk.Rent affordability is rated as moderate (26.1% of household income). See the full suburb profile above for detailed statistics.

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Data: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. SA2 area: 41513. All dollar figures in AUD.