Athelstone

SA 5076 • Greater Adelaide

9,601
Population (2021)
$43,108
Median Income
6.20 km²
Area
155m
Elevation

About Athelstone

Athelstone is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Campbelltown (City) area. With a population of 9,601 and a median income of $43,108, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 6.20 km² at an elevation of 155m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Adelaide.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Athelstone is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Athelstone falls under postcode 5076 and is governed by Campbelltown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Morialta electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5076
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.87°, 138.71°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
6.20 km²
Elevation
155m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,152
Census 2021
9,601
4.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,256
Income 2021
$43,108
22.3% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,710
Born Overseas 2,693

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Italy 452
  • 2. England 405
  • 3. India 211
  • 4. China 183
  • 5. Malaysia 147
  • 6. South Africa 67
  • 7. Iran 64
  • 8. Hong Kong 61
  • 9. Greece 55
  • 10. Germany 49
  • 11. New Zealand 47
  • 12. Lebanon 43
  • 13. Scotland 43
  • 14. Poland 42
  • 15. Sri Lanka 42

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Italian 2,649
English 2,643
Australian 2,414
Scottish 613
Irish 591
Chinese 511
German 511
Greek 320
Indian 230
Dutch 166

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,959
Both parents born in Australia
4,244
Both parents born overseas
1,176
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
56.5%
No Religion
32.7%
Hinduism
1.8%
Buddhism
1.4%
Islam
1.3%
Sikhism
1.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
455 (4.7%)
5-14 years
1,100 (11.5%)
15-19 years
571 (5.9%)
20-24 years
553 (5.8%)
25-34 years
1,100 (11.5%)
35-44 years
1,222 (12.7%)
45-54 years
1,312 (13.7%)
55-64 years
1,360 (14.2%)
65-74 years
1,146 (11.9%)
75-84 years
623 (6.5%)
85+ years
158 (1.6%)

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