Brahma Lodge

SA 5109 • Greater Adelaide

3,380
Population (2021)
$27,092
Median Income
1.35 km²
Area
$290/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalFamily-FriendlyAffordableSuburban

About Brahma Lodge

Brahma Lodge is a residential suburb in Adelaide's northern corridor, located within the City of Salisbury approximately 22 kilometres north of the Adelaide CBD. The suburb covers just 1.35 square kilometres and is home to 3,380 residents with a median age of 37 years and a median household income of around $1,081 per week. Brahma Lodge is a notably diverse community, with significant populations from Myanmar, Afghanistan, Vietnam, and India contributing to a rich multicultural character.

The suburb sits within a well-established residential area with access to local schools, the Parafield Gardens shopping precinct, and community services nearby. Residents benefit from proximity to the Gawler Line rail corridor and Adelaide Metro bus routes connecting them to the city. Brahma Lodge offers affordable family housing compared to inner-city Adelaide, making it popular with young families and newly established communities seeking solid neighbourhood infrastructure at accessible price points.

Brahma Lodge falls under postcode 5109 and is governed by Salisbury Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ramsay electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5109
Urban Area
Salisbury - North-East
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.78°, 138.65°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
1.35 km²
Elevation
36m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Parafield
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • Adelaide Metro Route 120, 121 — Adelaide City (North Terrace) 40-50 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
22 km
By Train
Approx. 35 min via Gawler Line from Parafield
By Car (Peak)
30-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ Main North Road is the key arterial; bus and train both viable for city commuters

Walkability Car-Dependent

Some local amenities accessible on foot, but most errands and shopping require a car or bus

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$290
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,170
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
5.7%

55 state housing + 16 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,320
Census 2021
3,380
1.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$23,660
Income 2021
$27,092
14.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,023
Born Overseas 1,181

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Myanmar 135
  • 2. England 133
  • 3. Afghanistan 105
  • 4. India 76
  • 5. Vietnam 75
  • 6. Philippines 47
  • 7. Italy 46
  • 8. Nepal 46
  • 9. Pakistan 42
  • 10. Scotland 29

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,004
Australian 891
Scottish 200
German 190
Irish 182
Italian 166
Australian Aboriginal 93
Vietnamese 93
Filipino 73
Chinese 58

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,291
Both parents born in Australia
1,621
Both parents born overseas
320
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
40.7%
No Religion
35.6%
Islam
8.0%
Hinduism
4.5%
Buddhism
3.6%
Sikhism
0.8%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
224 (6.6%)
5-14 years
480 (14.2%)
15-19 years
184 (5.4%)
20-24 years
213 (6.3%)
25-34 years
460 (13.6%)
35-44 years
467 (13.8%)
45-54 years
404 (12.0%)
55-64 years
386 (11.4%)
65-74 years
295 (8.7%)
75-84 years
217 (6.4%)
85+ years
56 (1.7%)

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