Athol Park

SA 5012 • Greater Adelaide

2,023
Population (2021)
$33,800
Median Income
0.94 km²
Area
9m
Elevation

About Athol Park

Athol Park is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Charles Sturt (City) area. With a population of 2,023 and a median income of $33,800, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 0.94 km² at an elevation of 9m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Adelaide.

As part of Greater Adelaide, the suburb offers excellent value and a relaxed South Australian lifestyle. Residents enjoy access to local amenities, wine regions, and beautiful beaches within easy reach. Athol Park combines affordability with quality of life.

Athol Park falls under postcode 5012 and is governed by Charles Sturt Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cheltenham electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5012
Urban Area
Charles Sturt - North-East
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.86°, 138.54°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
0.94 km²
Elevation
9m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
34 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,084
Census 2021
2,023
2.9% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,960
Income 2021
$33,800
35.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 898
Born Overseas 1,062

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 376
  • 2. India 112
  • 3. Philippines 90
  • 4. Bosnia & Herzegovina 37
  • 5. China 34
  • 6. Cambodia 23
  • 7. England 22
  • 8. Italy 21
  • 9. Malaysia 15
  • 10. Nepal 13
  • 11. Sri Lanka 13
  • 12. Thailand 13
  • 13. Germany 12
  • 14. New Zealand 11
  • 15. Poland 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Vietnamese 507
English 270
Australian 265
Chinese 163
Filipino 100
Indian 90
Italian 72
Scottish 60
Serbian 53
Australian Aboriginal 49

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

358
Both parents born in Australia
1,447
Both parents born overseas
138
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
34.9%
No Religion
29.7%
Buddhism
16.8%
Islam
8.3%
Hinduism
3.3%
Sikhism
1.8%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
134 (6.6%)
5-14 years
257 (12.7%)
15-19 years
123 (6.1%)
20-24 years
162 (8.0%)
25-34 years
340 (16.8%)
35-44 years
342 (16.9%)
45-54 years
233 (11.5%)
55-64 years
196 (9.7%)
65-74 years
139 (6.9%)
75-84 years
61 (3.0%)
85+ years
37 (1.8%)

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