East Side
NT 870 • Rest of NT
About East Side
East Side is a residential suburb of Alice Springs in the Northern Territory of Australia, situated on the traditional Country of the Arrernte people. With a population of approximately 2,919 (2016 census), it is one of the larger residential suburbs in Alice Springs and is located east of the town centre. The suburb sits at the foot of the MacDonnell Ranges and features a diverse community including long-term residents, professionals, and Indigenous Australians.
East Side offers a suburban lifestyle within easy reach of Alice Springs town centre, with access to local schools, parks, and sporting facilities. Residents enjoy proximity to the dramatic red-rock landscapes of the East MacDonnell Ranges, Trephina Gorge, and N'Dhala Gorge. The suburb has a mix of public housing and private residences, and the community benefits from Alice Springs' full range of amenities including the hospital, shopping centres, and the famous Todd Mall in the town centre.
East Side falls under postcode 870 and is governed by Alice Springs Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Braitling electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Alice Springs Bus Route 400 — Alice Springs Town Centre 10–15 min
- Alice Springs Bus Route 500 — Gap Road / Hospital 12 min
Commute to Alice Springs
🛣️ Alice Springs is a car-oriented regional city. The Ghan tourist train connects Alice Springs to Adelaide and Darwin but is not a commuter service.
Some errands can be done on foot with local parks and schools nearby, but most shopping and services require a short car or bus trip to the town centre.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.
Housing 2021 Census
53 state housing + 4 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 110
- 2. United States 96
- 3. New Zealand 83
- 4. Nepal 63
- 5. India 42
- 6. Philippines 32
- 7. China 30
- 8. South Africa 22
- 9. Germany 19
- 10. Italy 15
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)