Glenelg
SA 5045 • Greater Adelaide
About Glenelg
Glenelg is one of Adelaide's most iconic beachside suburbs, located approximately 11 kilometres south-west of the CBD within the City of Holdfast Bay. With a population of 3,440, a median age of 55, and an average household size of just 1.8, it is a well-established coastal community popular with retirees, downsizers, and professionals seeking a seaside lifestyle. The suburb covers under 1 square kilometre, making it one of the most compact and densely developed beach precincts in South Australia.
Glenelg is centred on Moseley Square and the lively Jetty Road strip, lined with restaurants, cafes, boutique shops, and entertainment venues that draw visitors and residents alike throughout the year. The suburb is directly served by Adelaide's iconic Glenelg Tram, which runs to the Adelaide CBD in approximately 25 minutes, offering one of the best beach-to-city connections in any Australian capital. Its warm beachside atmosphere, foreshore recreational facilities, and exceptional transport access make Glenelg a perennially sought-after address for those seeking a lifestyle-focused home by the sea.
Glenelg falls under postcode 5045 and is governed by Holdfast Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Morphett electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route G10 (Glenelg Tram), Route 167, 170 — Adelaide CBD (Victoria Square) / Brighton 25-30 min to CBD
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Iconic Glenelg Tram provides direct city access; Anzac Highway and Tapleys Hill Road for drivers
Jetty Road shopping strip, beach, cafes and tram stop are all within easy walking distance of most residential streets
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesNile Street Glenelg 5045 SA -
WoolworthsCnr Jetty And Brighton Rds Glenelg 5045 SA -
ALDI601 Anzac Highway, Glenelg SA 5045
Schools
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Diagonal Road
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Jervois Street
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16 Milton Street
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39 Partridge Street
Housing 2021 Census
17 state housing + 15 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. England 274
- 2. India 73
- 3. Brazil 51
- 4. Scotland 48
- 5. Germany 39
- 6. Italy 36
- 7. China 32
- 8. Philippines 31
- 9. United States 31
- 10. New Zealand 30
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)