Elizabeth East

SA 5112 • Greater Adelaide

4,607
Population (2021)
$25,012
Median Income
2.46 km²
Area
67m
Elevation

About Elizabeth East

Elizabeth East is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Playford (City) area. With a population of 4,607 and a median income of $25,012, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.46 km² at an elevation of 67m, 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. Elizabeth East combines affordability with quality of life.

Elizabeth East falls under postcode 5112 and is governed by Playford Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Elizabeth electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5112
Urban Area
Playford - Elizabeth
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.73°, 138.68°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
2.46 km²
Elevation
67m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$225
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,062
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,440
Census 2021
4,607
3.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$22,724
Income 2021
$25,012
10.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,872
Born Overseas 1,237

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 356
  • 2. Afghanistan 145
  • 3. Philippines 65
  • 4. Pakistan 63
  • 5. Scotland 54
  • 6. Myanmar 47
  • 7. Vietnam 28
  • 8. India 24
  • 9. Germany 23
  • 10. New Zealand 23
  • 11. Bangladesh 19
  • 12. Netherlands 19
  • 13. Nepal 17
  • 14. Italy 12
  • 15. Iran 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,811
Australian 1,420
Scottish 347
Irish 307
German 230
Australian Aboriginal 192
Italian 101
Filipino 68
Dutch 65
Vietnamese 45

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,943
Both parents born in Australia
1,697
Both parents born overseas
471
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.4%
Christianity
29.4%
Islam
9.2%
Buddhism
1.5%
Hinduism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
291 (6.3%)
5-14 years
618 (13.4%)
15-19 years
285 (6.2%)
20-24 years
287 (6.2%)
25-34 years
571 (12.4%)
35-44 years
593 (12.9%)
45-54 years
544 (11.8%)
55-64 years
505 (11.0%)
65-74 years
409 (8.9%)
75-84 years
282 (6.1%)
85+ years
219 (4.8%)

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