Darlington
SA 5047 • Greater Adelaide
About Darlington
Darlington is a quiet residential suburb located in the City of Marion in Adelaide's southern suburbs, approximately 13 kilometres south of the CBD. With a population of around 1,272 according to the 2021 Census, it sits at the foot of the Southern Lofty ranges at an elevation of 83 metres, giving it a leafy, semi-hilly character that sets it apart from the flatter coastal suburbs nearby. The suburb is bordered by three significant recreation reserves — Eden Hills, Sturt Gorge, and O'Halloran Hill — providing a green bushland buffer that makes it feel more rural than its proximity to Adelaide might suggest. Darlington falls within easy reach of Flinders University and Flinders Medical Centre, making it popular with university staff and healthcare workers.
Darlington offers residents a relaxed lifestyle with an impressive range of amenities close at hand, including Westfield Marion — one of Adelaide's largest shopping centres — just a few kilometres away, and several beautiful beaches including Seacliff, Brighton and Glenelg all within easy reach. The suburb has a mix of established families and professionals who value its quiet streets, bushland walking trails, and good school options in the surrounding area. Public transport via bus services connects the suburb to Adelaide CBD and the nearby rail network at Oaklands and Tonsley. The combination of green space, coastal access, quality facilities, and proximity to Flinders University gives Darlington a well-rounded lifestyle appeal.
Darlington falls under postcode 5047 and is governed by Marion Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Davenport electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 171, 172 — Adelaide CBD via Flinders University Approx 40-50 min
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Bus services connect to Oaklands and Tonsley train stations. Flinders University is approximately 3 km away.
Local streets are walkable for leisure and nearby parks, but most daily needs require a car or bus.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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9-11 White Crescent
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1 Mulga Street
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78-124 Seacombe Road
Housing 2021 Census
33 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 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 41
- 2. India 40
- 3. Malaysia 30
- 4. China 20
- 5. Greece 17
- 6. Scotland 17
- 7. Poland 16
- 8. Italy 14
- 9. Vietnam 14
- 10. Hong Kong 12
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)