Coromandel Valley
SA 5051 • Greater Adelaide
About Coromandel Valley
Coromandel Valley, locally known as "Coro", is a semi-rural suburb nestled in the foothills of the Adelaide Hills, approximately 16.5 kilometres south-east of the Adelaide CBD within the City of Mitcham. Elevated at around 200 metres above sea level, the suburb has a population of 4,380 with a median age of 41 and household incomes well above the national average. The area strongly attracts families with children, who are drawn to its spacious blocks, natural bushland surrounds, and access to quality schooling options.
The valley setting gives Coromandel Valley a distinctive leafy, semi-rural character, with reserves, bushwalking trails, and the Sturt River providing natural amenity on the doorstep. Residents enjoy a relaxed lifestyle while remaining within commuting distance of Adelaide via the Southern Expressway and Adelaide Metro bus connections to Blackwood. The suburb has a strong community feel reinforced by local schools, sporting clubs, and neighbourhood events, making it popular with established families and those seeking a quieter pace of life without straying too far from the city.
Coromandel Valley falls under postcode 5051 and is governed by Mitcham Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Waite electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Adelaide Metro bus routes — Blackwood Station / Adelaide CBD 45-60 min to CBD
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Southern Expressway provides fast freeway access to Adelaide; hills terrain can slow peak travel
Rural-fringe suburb with limited footpaths and no walkable retail; a car is essential for daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Corner Cumming Street & Trevor Terrace
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339 Main Road
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Suffolk Road
Housing 2021 Census
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 416
- 2. New Zealand 37
- 3. Germany 34
- 4. Scotland 34
- 5. South Africa 21
- 6. Netherlands 20
- 7. United States 20
- 8. Wales 20
- 9. China 14
- 10. Canada 13
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)