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Elizabeth

SA 5112 • Greater Adelaide

1,033
Population (2021)
$23,504
Median Income
1.92 km²
Area
$230/wk
Median Rent
AffordableMulticulturalHistoricFamily-Friendly

About Elizabeth

Elizabeth is an outer northern suburb of Adelaide, located approximately 24 kilometres north of the CBD in the City of Playford local government area. Established in 1955 as one of Australia's first master-planned satellite towns, it was designed to house workers for the expanding manufacturing industries of post-war South Australia, including the famous Holden plant. With a population of around 1,033 in the specific suburb (and over 40,000 across the broader Elizabeth area), it represents one of Adelaide's most recognisable working-class communities.

Elizabeth offers an affordable entry into the Adelaide housing market, with median weekly rents around $230 and house prices well below the metropolitan average. The area is well-served by the Gawler railway line and Adelaide Metro buses, making commuting to the CBD feasible. The suburb has a strong multicultural character, with significant Afghan, English, and other immigrant communities. Elizabeth City Centre provides major retail and services including Coles and Woolworths, and TAFE SA has a campus here serving the local community.

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

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5112
Urban Area
Playford - Elizabeth
LGA / Council
Playford
Federal Electorate
Spence
State Electorate
Elizabeth
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.72°, 138.67°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
1.92 km²
Elevation
36m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Elizabeth Station
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • 740, 742, 744 — Elizabeth City Centre / Tea Tree Plaza Various

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
24 km
By Train
Approx. 45 min to Adelaide Station (Gawler Line)
By Car (Peak)
35-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25 min

🛣️ Gawler Line provides direct rail connection to Adelaide CBD

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Good walkability near the train station and Elizabeth City Centre with supermarkets, services, and retail

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Elizabeth City Shopping Centre Elizabeth Way & Phillip Highway Elizabeth 5112 SA
  • Woolworths
    Elizabeth City Centre, 50 Elizabeth Way Elizabeth 5112 SA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$230
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,083
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
38 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
19.1%

68 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,024
Census 2021
1,033
▲ 0.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$21,372
Income 2021
$23,504
▲ 10.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 624
Born Overseas 313

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 69
  • 2. Afghanistan 48
  • 3. Myanmar 26
  • 4. New Zealand 13
  • 5. Pakistan 11
  • 6. Vietnam 11
  • 7. Scotland 9
  • 8. Netherlands 8
  • 9. Cambodia 7
  • 10. Iran 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 424
Australian 302
Scottish 74
Irish 61
Australian Aboriginal 43
German 42
Dutch 18
Chinese 13
Vietnamese 13
Italian 10

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

397
Both parents born in Australia
413
Both parents born overseas
130
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
43.9%
Christianity
30.7%
Islam
11.9%
Buddhism
2.1%
Hinduism
1.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
48 (4.6%)
5-14 years
144 (13.9%)
15-19 years
65 (6.3%)
20-24 years
74 (7.2%)
25-34 years
135 (13.1%)
35-44 years
161 (15.6%)
45-54 years
136 (13.2%)
55-64 years
115 (11.1%)
65-74 years
83 (8.0%)
75-84 years
44 (4.3%)
85+ years
23 (2.2%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What train line serves Elizabeth SA? +

Elizabeth is served by the Gawler Line (Adelaide Metro), with Elizabeth Station providing trains to Adelaide CBD in approximately 45 minutes.

Is Elizabeth SA affordable? +

Yes — Elizabeth is one of Adelaide's most affordable suburbs. The median weekly rent is around $230 and house prices are significantly below the metropolitan median.

What local government area is Elizabeth SA in? +

Elizabeth is located in the City of Playford local government area in the northern suburbs of Adelaide.

What shopping is available in Elizabeth SA? +

Elizabeth City Centre is the major retail hub, featuring Coles and Woolworths supermarkets, along with a range of specialty stores, services, and a TAFE SA campus.

What is the history of Elizabeth SA? +

Elizabeth was established in 1955 as a planned satellite city for post-war Adelaide, originally designed to house workers at nearby manufacturing plants including the Holden Elizabeth assembly plant, which closed in 2017.