Findon

SA 5023 • Greater Adelaide

6,997
Population (2021)
$37,492
Median Income
2.44 km²
Area
$310/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyEstablished SuburbAffordable LivingNear Coast

About Findon

Findon is a well-established suburb located approximately 8 kilometres northwest of Adelaide's CBD in South Australia. Home to around 6,997 residents (2021 Census), the suburb sits within the City of Charles Sturt local government area. Findon features a mix of traditional post-war homes and newer developments, with quiet residential streets and a diverse community of families, retirees, and professionals.

The suburb offers convenient access to West Lakes Shopping Centre, the Findon Community Centre, and several quality schools including Findon High School and Seaton Park Primary. The Queen Elizabeth Hospital is just 2.7 km away, and coastal beaches at Grange and Henley are within a short drive. Findon attracts families and professionals seeking an affordable, well-serviced suburban location with easy access to both the Adelaide CBD and western beaches.

Findon falls under postcode 5023 and is governed by Charles Sturt Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cheltenham electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5023
Urban Area
Charles Sturt - Inner East
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.90°, 138.53°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
2.44 km²
Elevation
12m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

East Grange
1 km
12 min
Seaton Park
1.2 km
15 min
Grange
1.9 km
23 min

Bus Services

  • 208 — Torrens Rd, Arndale, QEH, Adelaide Airport via Findon Rd 25-35 min
  • Multiple — Adelaide CBD via Torrens Rd / Grange Rd corridors 25-35 min

Commute to Adelaide

Distance
8 km
By Train
18-22 min (from East Grange)
By Bus
25-35 min
By Car (Peak)
20min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15min

🛣️ Excellent train access via Grange Line; bus route 208 connects western suburbs without going through city

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Train stations within walking distance; local shops and schools accessible on foot; buses supplement coverage

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Findon Shopping CentreCnr Grange Road & Findon Road Findon 5023 SA
  • Woolworths
    185 Findon Road Findon 5023 SA
  • ALDI
    Grange Road 263 - 271, Findon SA 5023

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
9.9%

202 state housing + 83 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,205
Census 2021
6,997
12.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,560
Income 2021
$37,492
36.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,348
Born Overseas 2,370

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 555
  • 2. Italy 332
  • 3. England 137
  • 4. Greece 95
  • 5. Vietnam 86
  • 6. China 82
  • 7. Philippines 71
  • 8. Pakistan 63
  • 9. New Zealand 54
  • 10. Bosnia & Herzegovina 47

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,562
Australian 1,429
Italian 1,361
Indian 479
Greek 472
Scottish 362
Irish 354
German 314
Chinese 246
Serbian 133

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,532
Both parents born in Australia
3,422
Both parents born overseas
710
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.9%
No Religion
28.7%
Hinduism
4.6%
Sikhism
4.4%
Islam
3.9%
Buddhism
1.8%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
434 (6.2%)
5-14 years
635 (9.1%)
15-19 years
339 (4.8%)
20-24 years
500 (7.1%)
25-34 years
1,281 (18.3%)
35-44 years
955 (13.6%)
45-54 years
844 (12.1%)
55-64 years
771 (11.0%)
65-74 years
563 (8.0%)
75-84 years
434 (6.2%)
85+ years
235 (3.4%)

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