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Cowandilla

SA 5033 • Greater Adelaide

1,455
Population (2021)
$30,628
Median Income
0.53 km²
Area
12m
Elevation

About Cowandilla

Cowandilla is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the West Torrens (City) area. With a population of 1,455 and a median income of $30,628, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 0.53 km² at an elevation of 12m, 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. Cowandilla combines affordability with quality of life.

Cowandilla falls under postcode 5033 and is governed by West Torrens Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the West Torrens electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5033
Urban Area
West Torrens
LGA
West Torrens
Federal Electorate
Adelaide
State Electorate
West Torrens
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.93°, 138.56°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
0.53 km²
Elevation
12m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,433
Census 2021
1,455
▲ 1.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,376
Income 2021
$30,628
▲ 20.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 863
Born Overseas 516

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 82
  • 2. Greece 61
  • 3. England 38
  • 4. Vietnam 29
  • 5. Italy 27
  • 6. Egypt 22
  • 7. China 19
  • 8. Philippines 17
  • 9. Nepal 14
  • 10. Cambodia 12
  • 11. Thailand 12
  • 12. Pakistan 10
  • 13. Afghanistan 9
  • 14. Indonesia 9
  • 15. New Zealand 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 348
Australian 346
Greek 170
Irish 121
Scottish 99
Italian 98
German 79
Indian 68
Chinese 54
Dutch 31

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

539
Both parents born in Australia
679
Both parents born overseas
159
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.6%
No Religion
33.8%
Islam
5.5%
Hinduism
3.6%
Buddhism
3.2%
Sikhism
2.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
77 (5.3%)
5-14 years
105 (7.2%)
15-19 years
52 (3.6%)
20-24 years
117 (8.0%)
25-34 years
236 (16.2%)
35-44 years
188 (12.9%)
45-54 years
166 (11.4%)
55-64 years
152 (10.4%)
65-74 years
123 (8.5%)
75-84 years
116 (8.0%)
85+ years
122 (8.4%)

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