Flinders Park
SA 5025 • Greater Adelaide
About Flinders Park
Flinders Park is a western suburb of Adelaide located just 5.3 km from the CBD in the City of Charles Sturt. Named after explorer Matthew Flinders, it recorded a population of 5,489 at the 2021 Census, reflecting 12.5% growth since 2016. The suburb has a diverse community with 70.9% Australian-born residents alongside significant Italian, Indian, and Greek communities.
Flinders Park offers a convenient suburban lifestyle with 13 parks covering over 10% of its area and easy access to the River Torrens along its southern boundary. The suburb is well-served by Adelaide Metro bus services and sits close to major arterials including Grange Road and Holbrooks Road. It appeals to families and professionals seeking affordable inner-west living with quick CBD access.
Flinders Park falls under postcode 5025 and is governed by Charles Sturt Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the West Torrens electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 155 — Adelaide CBD via Henley Beach Rd 15-20 min
- 153 — West Lakes via Grange Rd 20 min
- 287 — Arndale via Findon Rd 15 min
Commute to Adelaide
🛣️ Well-served by bus routes along Grange Road and Henley Beach Road corridors
Some errands can be accomplished on foot with good bus connectivity to the CBD.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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70 Holbrooks Road
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Dean Avenue
Housing 2021 Census
35 state housing + 12 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. India 231
- 2. Italy 187
- 3. England 113
- 4. Greece 102
- 5. China 56
- 6. South Africa 51
- 7. Pakistan 41
- 8. Vietnam 40
- 9. New Zealand 36
- 10. Philippines 35
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)