Glenelg East

SA 5045 • Greater Adelaide

3,855
Population (2021)
$50,752
Median Income
1.35 km²
Area
15m
Elevation

About Glenelg East

Glenelg East is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the Holdfast Bay (City) area. With a population of 3,855 and a median income of $50,752, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 1.35 km² at an elevation of 15m, 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. Glenelg East combines affordability with quality of life.

Glenelg East falls under postcode 5045 and is governed by Holdfast Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Morphett electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5045
Urban Area
Holdfast Bay
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.98°, 138.53°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
1.35 km²
Elevation
15m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$325
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,756
Census 2021
3,855
2.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$41,340
Income 2021
$50,752
22.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,943
Born Overseas 825

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 219
  • 2. India 77
  • 3. South Africa 36
  • 4. New Zealand 34
  • 5. Brazil 33
  • 6. Nepal 33
  • 7. Scotland 31
  • 8. Philippines 27
  • 9. China 25
  • 10. Germany 21
  • 11. Thailand 20
  • 12. Greece 18
  • 13. Canada 17
  • 14. Iran 17
  • 15. Ireland 16

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,674
Australian 1,285
Scottish 469
Irish 460
German 296
Italian 202
Greek 104
Indian 79
Dutch 69
Chinese 56

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,189
Both parents born in Australia
1,077
Both parents born overseas
505
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.2%
Christianity
43.6%
Hinduism
1.8%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.8%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
164 (4.3%)
5-14 years
403 (10.5%)
15-19 years
168 (4.4%)
20-24 years
232 (6.0%)
25-34 years
470 (12.2%)
35-44 years
540 (14.0%)
45-54 years
505 (13.1%)
55-64 years
575 (14.9%)
65-74 years
500 (13.0%)
75-84 years
214 (5.6%)
85+ years
83 (2.2%)

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