Birdwood

SA 5234 • Greater Adelaide

1,376
Population (2021)
$40,352
Median Income
43.65 km²
Area
405m
Elevation

About Birdwood

Birdwood is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Adelaide Hills (District Council) area. With a population of 1,376 and a median income of $40,352, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 43.65 km² at an elevation of 405m, 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. Birdwood is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Birdwood falls under postcode 5234 and is governed by Adelaide Hills Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Schubert electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5234
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.82°, 138.98°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
43.65 km²
Elevation
405m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,602
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,298
Census 2021
1,376
6.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,280
Income 2021
$40,352
21.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,118
Born Overseas 183

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 121
  • 2. New Zealand 13
  • 3. Ireland 10
  • 4. South Africa 7
  • 5. Germany 6
  • 6. Philippines 4
  • 7. United States 4
  • 8. France 3
  • 9. India 3
  • 10. Wales 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 721
Australian 542
German 160
Irish 118
Scottish 116
Italian 46
Dutch 18
Welsh 18
Polish 13
Australian Aboriginal 12

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

866
Both parents born in Australia
275
Both parents born overseas
160
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
56.1%
Christianity
35.4%
Buddhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
69 (5.0%)
5-14 years
200 (14.5%)
15-19 years
69 (5.0%)
20-24 years
95 (6.9%)
25-34 years
134 (9.7%)
35-44 years
144 (10.5%)
45-54 years
205 (14.9%)
55-64 years
225 (16.4%)
65-74 years
147 (10.7%)
75-84 years
69 (5.0%)
85+ years
14 (1.0%)

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