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Campbelltown

SA 5074 • Greater Adelaide

9,263
Population (2021)
$37,076
Median Income
3.48 km²
Area
66m
Elevation
Family-FriendlyEstablishedConvenientRiversideUrban

About Campbelltown

Campbelltown is a well-established north-eastern suburb of Adelaide, located just 8.7 km from the CBD in South Australia. With a population of 9,263 (2021 census), it offers a balanced mix of residential living and local amenities. The suburb is bordered by the River Torrens to the north-west, providing scenic green corridors and parklands. Named after pioneer settler Charles James Fox Campbell, the area has a rich history dating back to 1851.

Campbelltown is home to excellent amenities including the Campbelltown Leisure Centre, multiple gyms, and numerous parks and playgrounds. Residents enjoy a strong selection of dining options spanning Italian, Thai, and Chinese cuisines, along with major supermarkets including Coles, Woolworths, Foodland, and IGA. Schools in the area include East Marden Primary, Charles Campbell College, and St Ignatius College. The suburb attracts families and professionals who value its convenient location and community atmosphere.

Campbelltown falls under postcode 5074 and is governed by Campbelltown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hartley electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5074
Urban Area
Campbelltown
LGA
Campbelltown
Federal Electorate
Sturt
State Electorate
Hartley
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.88°, 138.66°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
3.48 km²
Elevation
66m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • H20, H21, H30 — Adelaide CBD via Paradise Interchange 20-25 min
  • 178, 178X — Adelaide CBD via Magill Road 25-30 min
  • 578, 579 — Tea Tree Plaza / Modbury 15-20 min

Commute to Adelaide

Distance
8.7 km
By Bus
20-30 min
By Car (Peak)
20-25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12-15 min

🛣️ No train station in suburb; bus services frequent along Lower North East Road

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot along the main roads, with good bus connectivity

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$330
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,156
Census 2021
9,263
▲ 13.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,780
Income 2021
$37,076
▲ 38.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,937
Born Overseas 3,846

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 657
  • 2. China 651
  • 3. Italy 526
  • 4. England 257
  • 5. Sri Lanka 137
  • 6. Malaysia 136
  • 7. South Korea 122
  • 8. Hong Kong 114
  • 9. Philippines 93
  • 10. Pakistan 74
  • 11. Iran 68
  • 12. Nepal 54
  • 13. Vietnam 53
  • 14. Greece 48
  • 15. New Zealand 48

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,898
Italian 1,850
Australian 1,762
Chinese 1,158
Indian 616
Scottish 430
German 419
Irish 381
Greek 287
Korean 141

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,747
Both parents born in Australia
5,139
Both parents born overseas
900
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.2%
No Religion
33.0%
Hinduism
5.5%
Buddhism
3.3%
Islam
3.1%
Sikhism
2.6%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
546 (5.9%)
5-14 years
1,025 (11.1%)
15-19 years
383 (4.1%)
20-24 years
584 (6.3%)
25-34 years
1,532 (16.5%)
35-44 years
1,383 (14.9%)
45-54 years
987 (10.7%)
55-64 years
835 (9.0%)
65-74 years
790 (8.5%)
75-84 years
740 (8.0%)
85+ years
458 (4.9%)

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